Beginning Monday, April 18, 2022, Gordon Construction will begin the initial work of the major overhaul of Congress Square, at the intersection of Congress and High Streets. This work will consist of moving materials on-site and deployment of construction signs, as well as removal of small traffic islands in the intersection according to a press release issued by the city.
PHASE A of the project will soon follow, including construction along the southeast corner of the intersection, temporarily impacting access to Free Street. Scheduled to be completed by June 30, 2023, Phase A will also fully replace the sidewalks in the intersection, add brand new traffic signals and lighting, create a more compact, urban-friendly intersection, and provide much-needed landscaping and street trees.
PHASE B construction of this project will be announced later this year and be followed by a construction pause in November.