Phase 2 work on the downtown Indianola Square Reconstruction Project continued this week, including the completion of subgrade prep on both Howard and Salem. Rock chamber and subdrain installation was also completed on Salem, with roadway paving expected to begin on Salem and Howard at the end of this week and into next, beginning with the travel lanes and curbs.

Site furnishings such as benches and trash receptacles are being installed through next week, as well as replacing the sidewalk on northside of Salem from the 1st St. intersection to the
alleyway. Later in May, sidewalks will be installed in front of street facing businesses on Salem, and construction crews will have a more definitive timeline on when work on Ashland will begin.