Mount Vernon Pedestrian Mall

The project proposes a pedestrian mall to replace the space that is currently Mount Vernon Ave SW, between Secchia Hall/Winter Hall and Seidman College of Business. 

• Further interconnectivity within the downtown campus
• Pedestrian-oriented pathway
• Decorative concrete and masonry
• Green spaces
• Tables and benches along the walkway
• Raised planters and seat walls
• Decorative landscaping and trees
• Large lawn area for outdoor events
• Art wall that showcases the history of the removed road and railroad
• Entrances/exits at Secchia/Seidman parking lots re-worked
• Overhead utilities relocated underground

Schedule

• Project Construction:  March 2021 – August 2021 (2 separate bid packages)

Architect: Fishbeck

General Contractor: Dykema Excavators