Chicago-based Core Spaces and its construction manager Massaro Corporation sought to close Hetzel Street between East College Avenue and East Calder Way from December 22 until November 28, 2023, for the construction of the 12-story mixed-use building.
Starting July 15, the road will be closed to vehicle traffic between Fraser and Pugh streets from 6 to 11 p.m. every Thursday through Saturday.
Fireworks and live concerts highlight this weekend's remaining Fourth of July festivities in Centre County.
About 1,200 square feet of the ground floor area is located within State College Borough. The State College Planning Commission in January recommended approval of the plan.
After discovering the memorial had been discarded, some community members expressed outrage on social media and in comments during Monday’s borough council meeting.
Council voted 6-0 to approve the ordinance, with Theresa Lafer abstaining. It will go into effect on August 1, with enforcement beginning in September.