Work on a new concessions building at the Main Street Commons is expected to be completed in mid-May. Greg Moberly
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LAKE HAVASU CITY – Two new permanent structures under construction in Lake Havasu City’s newest downtown gathering hub are progressing as anticipated, according to the city.
A building for concessions, a public restroom building and eight additional shade canopies in the Main Street Commons are on track for a mid-May completion, according to a press release from Jerri Bracamonte, the city’s community engagement officer.
Main Street Commons, located on the corner of McCulloch Boulevard and Querio Drive, is meant to be used as a key spot for downtown events including, but not limited to, First Friday, Winterfest and the upcoming Brews and Brats Festival. It was originally known as the downtown catalyst project, winning second place and $1 million in a national competition between cities in efforts to revitalize towns and rural communities.
In total, design and construction costs for the Main Street Commons/downtown catalyst project have tallied about $4.2 million. The project is roughly 80% funded through prize winnings from what was the America’s Best Communities competition; grant funding from Arizona State Parks and Trails, the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona, Land and Water Conservation fund; and community donations.
Specifically, work on the new buildings and shade structures is about $1.06 million. Merrill Development, Inc. won the competitive bidding process and is conducting the new work.
The downtown park already has held many events and the grass that once was a lively shade of green has turned to brown from the recent weeks’ activity.
The Main Street Commons made its debut as a new hub for activity toward the end of 2025.
Greg Moberly
