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Phase 2A In this slide show: Grand Staircase & Under Jackson Plaza July 8, 2011

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Phase 2AIn this slide show:

Grand Staircase & Under Jackson Plaza

July 8, 2011

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The Jackson Plaza is now partially opened to the public.

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Restoration of the Grand Stairs is nearly complete and will be open soon.

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The black light post illuminates the plaza. Historic replicas of the original cast iron lights on the granite balustrade will be added later.

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New flower baskets, lighting and gutters installed under the north side canopy.

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This partial test-piece shows reproduced historic copper flashings to be installed along the north and west canopy trim.

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All chains supporting the canopy will be restored and painted.

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Site of the 31 new geothermal wells. The wells are connected and reach the mechanical room under the plaza.

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Terrazzo steps for the Grand Stairs delivered onsite for installation.

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The Grand Stairs will be open to the public by fall 2011.

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Stainless steel hand rails installed on the rehabilitated Grand Stairs.

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The Grand Stairs provide access to the main waiting room and new baggage and ticket areas.

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Installation of wooden counters in the baggage and ticketing area is underway.

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Columns and structural shear wall recently painted for extra durability.

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Electric lift will provide access for disable personnel from terminal level to Amtrak break room.

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Lift seen from mezzanine level.

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Steel guards provide safety when viewing the track.

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New west side geothermal wells are waiting to be connected to the rest of system.

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The geothermal wells will provide 100 percent heating and cooling for the entire building.

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New guard plates were installed to protect structural columns along Jackson Street.