Construction begins on Courthouse

[Julian]

I would have expected some type of PR event associated with it, no?

http://www.news4jax.com/news/19454811/detail.html

[mtraininjax]

I would have expected some type of PR event associated with it, no?

Has anyone seen the massive drill to begin the construction of the crane that will be down there? Besides we don't have any money for PR, this albatross is already costing too much.

[reednavy]

This isn't technically construction beginning. They're taking core samples of the soil to see what kind of conditions are there and how deep the pilings or foundation should go. Standard procedure on any large project, doesn't necessarily mean construction has comenced. However, that said, it is a step in the right direction.

[mtraininjax]

doesn't necessarily mean construction has comenced.

Maybe not, but the knuckleheads are already planning on re-routing traffic off of Monroe, check it out.

[fsujax]

Do you really think the Mayor wants to draw anymore attention to this disaster?

[mtraininjax]

to this disaster

Of for that matter, any disaster? That Crow must still taste fresh in his mouth after Trail Ridge.

[tufsu1]

doesn't necessarily mean construction has comenced.

Maybe not, but the knuckleheads are already planning on re-routing traffic off of Monroe, check it out.

proof?

[mtraininjax]

proof?

I did not take a picture of it but there are message boards discussing the rerouting of Monroe traffic just past Jefferson.

[Charles Hunter]

Not sure where this announcement came from, but it is quoted on another board (JaxOutLoud):

CITY TO CLOSE PORTION OF MONROE STREET FOR COUNTY COURTHOUSE CONSTRUCTION

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 15, 2009 â€" Beginning May 26, a portion of Monroe Street in downtown will be closed to allow for the construction of the new Duval County courthouse.

Monroe Street will be closed between Broad Street (to the west) and Julia Street (to the east). Motorists may utilize Forsyth Street (one-way westbound) or Church Street (one-way eastbound) as detour routes.

Electronic message boards were put into place on Monday, May 11 to notify motorists of the impending construction activity and detour signage will be posted accordingly. The road will be reopened once construction is complete.

[tufsu1]

well they do have to re-route the road....of course they could do that first, then build....but I'm sure that would be somewhat more expensive....and they will probably use the extra space for staging

[heights unknown]

Progress...I love it and it's about time for this "God forsaken" Courthouse.  Hope it is finished on time, on budget, and even under budget (if there is such a thing nowadays).

Heights Unknown

[Springfielder]

Here's proof, which was sent out as a media release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
Contact:  Misty Skipper, (904) 630-7377
Kristen Beach, (904) 630-2709

CITY TO CLOSE PORTION OF MONROE STREET FOR COUNTY COURTHOUSE CONSTRUCTION

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 15, 2009 â€" Beginning May 26, a portion of Monroe Street in downtown will be closed to allow for the construction of the new Duval County courthouse.

Monroe Street will be closed between Broad Street (to the west) and Julia Street (to the east). Motorists may utilize Forsyth Street (one-way westbound) or Church Street (one-way eastbound) as detour routes.

Electronic message boards were put into place on Monday, May 11 to notify motorists of the impending construction activity and detour signage will be posted accordingly. The road will be reopened once construction is complete.

[Springfielder]

Progress...I love it and it's about time for this "God forsaken" Courthouse.  Hope it is finished on time, on budget, and even under budget (if there is such a thing nowadays).

Heights Unknown

On budget? We still have not been given a firm price, and to my knowledge, the city council has not approved it

[heights unknown]

Progress...I love it and it's about time for this "God forsaken" Courthouse.  Hope it is finished on time, on budget, and even under budget (if there is such a thing nowadays).

Heights Unknown

On budget? We still have not been given a firm price, and to my knowledge, the city council has not approved it

I know Springfielder, but construction is about to begin, so regardless of a price not having been given, or that City Council has not approved that price, at least the shovels and dirt are moving, so let's hope for the best!

Don't forget, I used the word "hope" in that sentence; we can only hope it's on budget or even under budget.

Heights Unknown

[Springfielder]

This is a complete fiasco and IMO, should be shelved until the next administration takes over. So, I'm not at all happy to see any activity taking place...not when we, the taxpayers have been screwed by this over and over again