Jessica Mathews / news@whmi.com


The City of Howell is documenting progress with its big Depot Lot Reconstruction Project downtown.

Regular updates are now being provided on the City’s website regarding the Howell Depot - Fire and Ice District project.

A dedicated page provides details on the exciting project, including construction updates and a time-lapse video. It will detail what’s been done and what is planned for the weeks ahead.

Mayor Bob Ellis told WHMI there is a lot of earth moving and utility work taking place, including relocating pipes and electrical wires. He said as of now, they are on track to finish the project by the end of November.

The project will boast a prominent, outdoor “shed” or open-air pavilion that will house an ice-skating rink for winter, and a destination for downtown events. Restrooms, rentable space, concessions, lockers, and skate rentals are included – along with a high-end sound and lighting system. Three firepits are part of a gathering space; along with a playable, interactive fountain with lights – not to be confused with a “splash pad”. Those will all be ringed around the Historic Depot Museum.

A link for people to follow the project progress is provided.