Project Overview and Benefits
Reconstruction of the Rue Vendome Plaza around the Normandy Fountain started on March 5, 2020 and is currently underway to create an open, at grade, public plaza. This project involves raising Rue Vendome between Normandy Drive and 71 Street to create a level, accessible public plaza. Improvements include associated traffic signalization adjustments, construction of the public plaza, landscaping, lighting and other necessary improvements to encourage public use of the venue for various gatherings. During construction, it was determined that a new vault and electrical control panel were required for the fountain.
What's Happening
While the western portion of Rue Vendome Plaza opened to the public on May 9, 2021 and has been available for community events, The completion of this project has been delayed due to unforeseen conditions and continues to be delayed by a global shortage of construction materials.
Construction activities continue at the eastern portion of the Plaza (adjacent to the fountain). They include lighting, electrical work, fountain repairs, landscaping, irrigation, installation of benches as well as trash recycling receptacles and concrete work at the south edge of the fountain.
Timeline
As the continued delays with materials currently prevents us from forecasting the exact completion date, we will be better able to provide an anticipated completion date after all material has been obtained.
What to Expect
- Moderate levels of construction noise are expected during approved construction hours.
- Construction equipment, machinery and workers will be present in the work zone.
- The construction fence will be relocated and adjusted.
The project team is closely monitoring the situation surrounding COVID-19. The contractor is enforcing strict social distancing measures and employees are using face covers while on-site, including break times.
Who to Contact
Dexter Peralta, Neighborhood Affairs Coordinator
786.265.7443
