I've heard that Common Ground could put its second stage back at the old city market site this summer (last year they moved it over toward Washington and Shiawassee because of construction of the new market.) So I wouldn't be surprised to see some temporary pavement added.
The big question is: What will happen with the economy and credit markets this year? That's what is likely to drive how quickly the site gets fully redeveloped.
DOE auditors visited the City Market and were very pleased---want to use the market as an energy success story. Natural gas load has been decreased by 2/3rds; new lighting beats the state energy code by 40% (clerestory windows, even on a gloomy Michigan day, offer 35 footcandles at the floor); solar reflectancy of the galvalume roof and upper band decrease cooling demand; fiberglass frames of the windows offer same thermal break as a wood window (in lieu of standard, commercial aluminum); 98.5% thermally-efficient hot water system; 10,000 cubic yards of contaminated soil removed from the site (petroleum and heavy metals).
The growing waiting list is driving the installation of the second floor sooner than later. the building was designed for the complete installation of a second floor within the existing volume without displacing any vendors--oversized columns and footings. Stayed tuned...
What are the chances at getting a masonry facade? I'm glad to see a new market and I'm glad to hear it's successful, but the outward appearance is still disappointing.
There was a sign just off the Rivertrail with some new renderings of the Market Place development. The design is sorta bland, but it looks decent, and at 5 floors, it's a bit taller than originally proposed.
Gillespie also announce Lansing Metro Marinas yesterday where they will be offering boat tours of the Grand River. I thought the prices were pretty reasonable.
I rode on Gillespie's river boat yesterday from the Jazz Fest to the Lansing Center. The price was only $1 each way per person. I was surprised that it was such a good deal. The boat was packed and at some times there were too many people in line to fit on the boat.
For only a dollar it would be hard to pass up another ride. It offered a different way to travel up and down the river and another story to tell.
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The big question is: What will happen with the economy and credit markets this year? That's what is likely to drive how quickly the site gets fully redeveloped.
The growing waiting list is driving the installation of the second floor sooner than later. the building was designed for the complete installation of a second floor within the existing volume without displacing any vendors--oversized columns and footings. Stayed tuned...
Gillespie also announce Lansing Metro Marinas yesterday where they will be offering boat tours of the Grand River. I thought the prices were pretty reasonable.
http://metromarinas.com/HoursandPricing.aspx
For only a dollar it would be hard to pass up another ride. It offered a different way to travel up and down the river and another story to tell.