"The rebirth of Molkenmarkt is one of the most important urban development tasks in the center of Berlin," Gaebler said. "With the resolution of the framework plan for the Molkenmarkt charter, we have reached an important milestone for the historically significant neighborhood." Now, he said, the Senate wants to move quickly on to the next steps to begin the realization competitions for the building construction and the open spaces. "Then the previous plans will take on a real face." Meanwhile, construction and excavation have been going on at Molkenmarkt for quite some time. For one thing, archaeologists are digging to preserve important evidence of history in the ground for posterity. According to Gaebler, this work is expected to be completed in 2024. Also, in preparation for the new city quarter, the road layout around the Red Town Hall has been changed. Road construction is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2023.