Provo Convention Center Approaching Completion

Published on January 25, 2012 at 11:16AM

(PROVO)-This spring, it is expected the new Utah Valley Convention Center in downtown Provo will be completed and ready to serve the community.

Utah County officials say the five-level facility will host corporate conventions while also serving as a site for bridal fairs, auto shows and large community events.

The center, which is a $41 million project, is owned by Utah County and being paid for via several bonds.

Upon completion, the center, which is on nearly 84,000 square feet of land, will feature an exhibition floor, a ballroom and several meeting rooms, such as a rooftop garden while county commissioner Larry Ellertson said it was designed to showcase versatility.

County leaders are planning for the grand opening to occur sometime in May.