Courthouse Theater renovation on track for substantial completion in December

Andrew Jones, Cultural District Director, briefed the board on the Courthouse Theater renovation, including exterior and interior restoration work, paint analysis to recover historic colors, window and wood restoration, elevator tile details, and ADA improvements to make the theater accessible.

Jones said almost every window is being restored, plaster and cast-stone repair is in progress, and the historic organ was relocated to the Texas Theater in McGregor. He told the board the project team expects "mid to late December for estimated substantial completion." Board members praised the preservation work and noted the combined downtown investments total roughly $15 million, including courthouse and water-tower improvements that are intended to drive additional downtown activity.

Jones answered questions about event planning during Oktoberfest and explained staff will operate some functions out of nearby venues while construction continues.