Market Square restrooms open by NYE

This is actually a big deal. The new Market Square Garage restrooms will open - with a bit of fanfare - to the public at 11 a.m. Dec. 22.

Construction of the five-stall restroom facility, which began the week of May 16, has been completed in time for New Year’s Eve on the Square, a public event that draws a huge crowd.

The new restroom facility features LED lighting for energy efficiency and safety, plus graffiti-resistant paint and a topiary screen.

The Public Building Authority will provide maintenance and security for the facility, which is intended to serve visitors to downtown’s many special events.