The Cathedral is entering the structural steel installation phase of the roof replacement. To ensure the safety of our community, we are implementing a Strict Zero-Occupancy Policy for the Church and Rectory during active hoisting hours. Work begins Monday, April 6th.

Schedule:

Monday, April 6

• 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: The Cathedral is closed.
• 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.: The Cathedral is open for 12:05 p.m. Daily Mass.
• 1:00 p.m. until the end of the day: The Cathedral is closed.

Tuesday, April 7

• 6:30 a.m. until 8:00 a.m.: The Cathedral is open for 7:00 a.m. Daily Mass
• 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: The Cathedral is closed.
• 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.: The Cathedral is open for 12:05 p.m. Daily Mass.
• 1:00 p.m. until the end of the day: The Cathedral is closed.

1. THE EQUIPMENT

To reach the heights required for our Cathedral roof, the crane on-site will be massive. Please be aware of the scale of this operation:

• Crane Boom Length: 360 feet (providing a massive swing radius over the campus).

• Overhaul Ball (Headache Ball): 600 lbs (the weighted metal ball used to lower the hook).

2. MANDATORY VACANCY & DAILY SCHEDULE

Hoisting heavy steel over structures requires that no persons be inside the “fall zone” buildings.

• Monday, April 6 – Friday, April 10: The Rectory and Church must be entirely vacant daily while work is active.

• The School Building is SAFE for occupancy: This remains the designated safe zone and primary workspace for all staff.

• Mass Coordination: To honor our liturgical schedule, all work will begin after 8:00 am, and will cease daily at 11:30 AM. The Church will be safe to enter for the Noon Mass and lunch hour.

• Afternoon Resumption: Active hoisting (and the vacancy requirement) will resume at 1:00 PM daily until the shift concludes.

3. Restricted Zones & Traffic Control

The following areas are strictly off-limits to all foot and vehicle traffic during hoisting hours:

• Buildings: Entirety of the Church and Rectory.

• Entrances: 8th Street north exits; south side Church entry.

• Outdoor Areas: West Parking Lot (Staging Area) and the sidewalk between the buildings.

• 8th Street Impact: The sidewalk on 8th Street (between Cheyenne and Boulder) is closed. Additionally, one lane of traffic on 8th Street will be closed during operational hours.