Salem Town Pump Fountain Rehabilitation Project Update

From:Robert K McCarthy
Councillor Ward One

Subject: Salem Town Pump Fountain Rehabilitation Project Update

Please be advised that work to rehabilitate the Town Pump Fountain at the corner of the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall and Washington Street will continue through mid to late August. The delay in completing the project stems from a few unexpected issues that have arisen with respect to drainage and plumbing. The project team quickly identified solutions to these issues and has moved forward as expeditiously as possible.

Aspects of the project that remain include one additional concrete pour, the installation of pump components, installation of the basin (etched concrete components) and grating, and re-bricking of the plaza area around the fountain.

The Pedestrian Mall will be kept open for pedestrian access and deliveries through the period of construction; however, there may be periods of time when vehicular access for deliveries will be restricted at the Essex and Washington Streets Intersection.

Information on the project can be found at the following link:http://www.salem.com/Pages/SalemMA_PedMall/index.

If you have any questions with respect to the work being performed, or if you experience any issues that require the attention of the City, please contact Andrew Shapiro in the Department of Planning and Community Development at 978-619-5685 or ashapiro@salem.com. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.