Downtown Construction Update 8-31-18
Center City
Construction labor hours eclipsed 100,000 as Center City continues its ascent. This week, the 11th concrete pour out of 20 on the East will take place and concrete pours will continue next week. Underground work continues on the project.
On the Grand River side, metal decking and panels continue to be installed. The concrete pour for floor #6 is planned for this week and next. Exterior skin activities are taking off and starting to turn vertical, with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing trades beginning to work their way up as well. Testing and inspection occurred and the Target space has received a TCO to turnover to Target and their contractor.
Consumers Energy Gas Line
Consumers Energy continues with the installation of a new gas main in the alley of the 100/200 of E. Grand River Ave. The gas main has been installed and the crew will now continue with tie-ins to the gas main during the week of 09/03. During this work Consumers Energy will have extended construction hours from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. beginning Tuesday (09/04) through Friday, (09/07).
The Hub @ East Lansing
Work continues as concrete is the main focus as vertical progress is visible on site. An increase in truck traffic continues to be expected as more materials and equipment make their way on site. The contractor continues to monitor the site for safety and implement additional traffic control techniques as necessary.
Parking Garage Repairs
The facilities repair project for the Grove Street, Charles Street and Division Street Parking Garages have been completed.
Thank you for your patience during the construction downtown. Please remember to sign up for downtown East Lansing construction alerts by texting ELBUZZ to 38470. You can also visit www.EastLansingBuzz.org to find the latest information about the construction in downtown East Lansing. As always, you can reach the City Construction Communication Team at construction@cityofeastlansing.com or (517) 319-6930 with any questions.
