Downtown Battle Creek may be undergoing a make-over that would change streets and sidewalks, bring in an enclosed, elevated fireplace connected with an interactive water feature, a performance area and public seating along with green spaces and wireless access — all meant to make the city's center an inviting place, reports the Battle Creek Enquirer.
The public got a look March 11 at the latest version of the downtown BC revitalization plans, specifically the portion that would redesign streets, when
Battle Creek Unlimited and Battle Creek Downtown Partnership presented poster size drawings to the public.
The latest plans incorporate suggestions made previously by the public.
Officials say in the story they hope construction on the project will begin in June or July. However, the plan still is under evaluation for cost estimates, as certain features, such as lighting design, still may change.
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The streetscape is part of a larger revitalization program that, according to BCU's Web site, is expected to utilize $85 million in public and private investments over the next three years.
Organizers presented Plan D — an amalgamation of the best parts of other designs for the streets, sidewalks and surroundings of downtown — on several large placards in the McCamly Place atrium.
"We want it to be the next step that's also going to accommodate many of the things that people want to see downtown," said BCU president and chief executive officer Karl Dehn.
To find out public reaction to the plans, read
the whole story.
Source: Battle Creek Enquirer
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