Myrtle Avenue Plaza Begins to Take Shape

Thu, Apr 13th, 2017

We are pleased to say that the construction of Myrtle Avenue Plaza is winding down. A significant amount of seating, including benches, tables, and platform seating has been installed and is already proving popular with the local lunch crowd.

Additional seating and plaza amenities will continue to arrive as construction continues. Below is a recap what’s already in place and what’s still to come in the Plaza:

What’s Completed

  • Benches installed
  • Planted areas formed
  • Tree pits created
  • Game tables installed
  • New trash and recycling bins arrived
  • Sidewalk pouring complete
  • All underground utilities in place

What’s Still to Come

  • Public art installation
  • B54 bus stop at Grand & Myrtle with new bus shelter
  • Moveable chairs and tables with umbrellas
  • 34 new bike racks
  • Pedestrian-level lighting
  • Trees and plantings
  • New emergency NYPD/FDNY call boxes

We’re looking forward to having a completed Plaza that’ll be home to countless lunch breaks, evening hangouts, community events, and more.

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