Construction is accelerating on the downtown project. Infrastructure work is nearing completion, allowing for vertical construction to begin. The footings for the Green Street Market have been poured and under-slab plumbing and electrical fixtures have been stubbed in. Soon concrete blocks will be installed and the market floor slab poured. The Green Street Lawn is taking shape. Drilled piers are complete and prepared to receive steel members for the bespoke canopy structure and performance lawn.
At the gateway to the project, a section of Green Street has been removed to make way for the new Green Street Grove which will feature multiple gathering areas, landscaping features and public art installations including the signature piece planned for the pedestrian entrance.
Efforts are focused on underground infrastructure that will deliver improvements to the sanitary sewer and water systems. A major component of the current infrastructure work is the installation of a large storm sewer system to increase stormwater management capacity in the area. Groundwork continues at the City Hall Plaza for the construction of the public plaza - a key feature of the project. Sitework is underway to prepare the ground for the canopy and 17,000-square-foot four-season farmers market and events building. Heavy equipment continues to work on demolition, utility improvements, soil remediation and grading. Drilling rigs will soon be visible to install the deep foundations necessary for the canopy structure and outdoor performance venue.
Groundwork began at City Hall Plaza in preparation for the public plaza that will serve as a gathering space for those who visit, work or live in Lee’s Summit’s downtown community. Green Street Grove will extend across Green Street requiring permanent closure of Green Street between City Hall and Third Street.
Check out the second episode of “Meet Me at the Market,” a periodic development update on the Downtown Market Plaza!