Work continued this week to transform the old fountain area at the Central Park near the library into a public square.
This was the scene Wednesday as workers were on the job at the location. The area has been fenced off since early August when construction began. In addition to removing the fountain, which had fallen out of use, the project included resurfacing using broomed and stamped concrete, and adding additional seating and tables as well as more plants and flowers.
Already it is apparent that considerable work has been done on the surface and to remove the old fountain.
The timetable calls for the project to be completed by sometime later this month. The work is being funded through an $89,000 grant from the Federated Co-op community spaces program, with a view towards rehabilitating the area for use as a venue for noon-hour concerts and other downtown events.
