Pure Las Vegas: 3-term Mayor Carolyn Goodman's grand entrance into a downtown construction ceremony

Legendary Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman, in the last few months of her third and final term, arrives at a lucky poker chip presentation in the Oscar B. Goodman Plaza (her husband of 62 years) at Las Vegas City Hall, 495 S. Main St., with strains of Elvis Presley and glamorous Las Vegas showgirls. Her chip, featuring photos of former Mayor Oscar Goodman and her on flip sides, will become a permanent part of the new Civic Plaza development, as it will be included in the final concrete pour scheduled for the early morning hours on April 4, 2024. Mayor Goodman was joined by City Manager Mike Janssen, city officials and the showgirls to celebrate this construction milestone. No wonder she loves the job!

Civic Plaza is a new development that will include new city offices, restaurants and a large plaza for gatherings and events in the heart of downtown. The project encompasses an entire city block bordered by Main Street, Clark Avenue, First Street and Bonneville Avenue. It will also include an iconic piece of public art in the outdoor plaza. Civic Plaza is designed by LGA Architecture, and CORE Construction is the contractor. The project is expected to be completed in 2025. 4/3/2024.

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