Installation of the precast pavers and benches continues between State and Clark Streets. In addition, the contractor continues to install the granite walls and stairs between State and Clark Streets.
The contractor will continue to form and pour the walls and stairs between Clark Street and LaSalle Street this week. The first concrete pour for the sloped ramp is also scheduled for this week.
Work on the arcades continues to progress with glass installation nearly complete for the arcade store fronts. Drywall installation continues in the arcades along with the bathroom tile. In addition, the contractor will be installing conduit for electrical fixtures and mechanical and plumbing items in the arcades. The underbridges at Clark Street and State Street are progressing with installation of pavers, concrete curbs and stainless steel railings.
The day of concrete placement, the north sidewalk of Wacker Drive and two westbound lanes of Wacker Drive will be closed to pedestrians and vehicles. We will maintain one westbound lane open at all times. The traffic lane and sidewalk closures will be between 7:00 PM and 6:00 AM during weekdays.
The north sidewalk of Wacker Drive between La Salle Street and Clark Street will remain close to pedestrians until May 2015. Pedestrians are directed to the south sidewalk.
The westbound curb lane of Upper Wacker Drive between La Salle Street and State Street may have daily temporary closures between 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
The westbound curb lane of Lower Wacker Drive between La Salle Street and State Street will have daily temporary closures between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM.