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7. PROGRESS REPORTS <br />a. Update on R -66 Mr Lennon advised basically we would R -66 PROJECT UPDATE <br />like also to publicly sell more land and we are work- <br />ing at this diligently. <br />Currently, Robertson's have a display of our downtown <br />model, civic center model and other items in one of <br />their windows for public viewing. We are also promot- <br />ing other area displays to develop concept of what is <br />happening to our downtown area for public involvement. <br />The River Bend Plaza will be coming to conclusion and <br />the merchants have a positive outlook. <br />The weekly construction schedule has been mailed, with <br />a copy in the Commissioner's packet. <br />b. Update on River Bend Plaza Project: Mr. Dan Akin, RIVER BEND PLAZA <br />our Engineering Consultant with Clyde E. Williams & UPDATE, R -66 <br />Associates, Inc., gave an update on the River Bend <br />Plaza Project. <br />Mr. Akin advised the Jefferson Street Alternate is <br />not included in the May 31 deadline, which is the <br />target date for the Plaza. The Commissioners said <br />they are aware of this portion being scheduled for a <br />later date. <br />Mr. Akin gave a breakdown of the schedules for the <br />canopies and the installation of the wiring- -this <br />will be operational at that time- -the pools with <br />the base concrete and side paving around, with the <br />lights, plumbing, etc., done, with the exception <br />of the architectural pieces which possibly may not <br />be completed by the architects at that time. He de- <br />fined some of the variables but some of the delays <br />discussed may be a matter of speculation at this <br />point. Ed Werley from Environmental Planning and <br />Design had been here from Pittsburgh, Pa., and re- <br />viewed all materials and /or supplies, as well as <br />construction. Concern was the hold -up with the <br />truck situation on deliveries. <br />Discussion also followed on the black rock in the <br />specs. Commissioner Wade emphasized for Dan Akin <br />to put the pressure on and to start "raising Cain" <br />if he has to, but to see that the job is done. Spring <br />is around the corner and the contractors will have many <br />jobs going and everyone will want their work done at <br />once. President Helmen reiterated that we do not want <br />the May 31 date to be a farce, and to stay on their <br />back. Dan Akin was commended for the pregress he has <br />made and to keep on top of the schedule. <br />- 10 - <br />