{"id":7800,"date":"2026-05-13T12:58:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T16:58:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/memorialunion\/?page_id=7800"},"modified":"2026-07-08T11:22:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T15:22:00","slug":"memorial-union-roof-replacement-project-status","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/memorialunion\/memorial-union-roof-replacement-project-status\/","title":{"rendered":"Memorial Union Roof Replacement Project Status"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Project Status:<\/strong> Active
Current Phase:<\/strong> Return to Phases 1\u20135
Latest Update:<\/strong> Weekly update through July 10
Last Updated:<\/strong> July 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Memorial Union roof replacement project is underway. This page provides current updates about project status, parking impacts, loading dock access, building access, entrance changes, safety measures, and phase-by-phase construction activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and cooperation while this important renovation work is completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Latest Update: Return to Phases 1\u20135 Through July 10<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Roof replacement work continues at the Memorial Union, with current impacts in the areas above Union Square and the Atriums. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking behind the Memorial Union remains closed, except for the upper tiers of the 45-minute visitor\/customer lot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The loading dock remains open; however, roofing work continues over the dock area during the current week and weeks ahead. Please reach out if you have any concerns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cones, barriers, fencing, and signage will remain in place throughout the project for safety and wayfinding. All exits remain available in case of an actual emergency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shingling is in progress. Structural roof repairs and installation of new flashing are also progressing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Door closures from the rear of the Memorial Union will shift as needed; however, some form of access will always remain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future work will include removal of the non-functional satellite dish and brief displacement of the WRIU antenna while that area of the roof is addressed. Additional details will be shared when exact dates are provided. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Current Access and Parking Impacts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Parking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Parking behind the Memorial Union remains closed, except for the upper tiers of the 45-minute visitor\/customer lot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visitors, customers, departments, tenants, and building partners who need parking accommodations should contact Melissa or Olavo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Loading Dock<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The loading dock remains open, but roofing work is taking place over the loading dock area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Access near the loading dock may be reduced while roof work is underway. A full closure of the loading dock is not expected at this time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rear Building Access<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Door closures from the rear of the Memorial Union will shift as needed during this phase of the project. Some form of access will always remain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please follow posted signage for the most current entrance and exit information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Door Closures and Emergency Egress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Exterior doors within the highlighted areas shown on the project images may be impacted by roof replacement work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doors marked for exit only, emergency exit only, or emergency egress only should not be used for regular entry or exit. All exits remain available in case of an actual emergency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Return to Phases 1\u20135: Through July 10\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Work continues in areas above Union Square and the Atriums.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Current Work <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Shingling is in progress.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    • Structural roof repairs are progressing.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      • Installation of new flashing is progressing.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        • Roofing work continues over the loading dock area.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          • Impacts in the areas above Union Square and the Atriums continue.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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            • Door closures from the rear of the Memorial Union will shift as needed.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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              • Some form of access will always remain.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                • Cones, barriers, fencing, and signage will remain in place for safety and way-finding.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                  • All exits remain available in case of an actual emergency.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    Phases 1\u20135 Impacts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                    During this period, the following areas are expected to be exit only: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    • South stairs <\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Sliding doors <\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Main Union Square doors <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                      Safety and Wayfinding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      For the safety of students, staff, faculty, visitors, customers, vendors, tenants, and construction crews, please follow all temporary barriers and posted signage during the roof replacement project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Throughout the project, you may see:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      • Cones<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Barriers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Fencing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Directional signage<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Temporary entrance and access notices<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Construction staging areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Emergency-egress-only door signage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                        Please do not enter restricted construction areas or move safety equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        All exits remain available in case of an actual emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        Accessibility and Accommodation Requests<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                        The Memorial Union team understands that temporary access changes may affect students, staff, faculty, visitors, customers, vendors, tenants, and building partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        If you need an accommodation related to parking, deliveries, building access, loading dock access, or another project impact, please contact Melissa or Olavo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        Project Contacts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                        For accommodation needs or questions related to the Memorial Union roof replacement project, please contact:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        Melissa Boyd-Colvin<\/strong>
                        Assistant Vice President for Student Engagement and Director of the Memorial Union
                        Melissa: 817-797-2179<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        Olavo Goncalves<\/strong>
                        Assistant Director, Office of Union Operations
                        Olavo: 401-663-2845<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        Future Updates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                        Future work will include removal of the non-functional satellite dish and brief displacement of the WRIU antenna while that area of the roof is addressed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        Additional details will be shared when exact dates are provided. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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