Arts & Culture Commission Meeting Date: May 8, 2023
To: Arts and Culture Commission Members
From: Natalie Draper, Library Director
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Discuss Bridge Square Design Development
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Action Requested:
The ACC is asked to discuss and provide input on the Bridge Square Design Development prior to moving into final design.
Summary Report:
The City Council approved the final concept plan for Bridge Square on June 21, 2022. The City has pulled together a project design team for this project. Damon Farber will lead the project team of:
Prime Consultant / Landscape Architect - Damon Farber Landscape Architects
Subconsultant / Design oversight - Bob Close and Bruce Jacobsen
Subconsultant / Civil Engineer - Bolton & Menk
Subconsultant / Electrical Engineer - Nelson Rudie Associates
Subconsultant / Lighting Design - Schuler & Shook
The City has been working with the project team and representatives from Damon Farber will be present to share the preliminary design development building off the concept plan that was approved by City Council. Throughout the month of May the City will be seeking input from project stakeholders and other boards and commissions.
The presentation is attached.
Background on the Council Approved Concept Plan
Phase 1 final design will include the following features from the final concept plan:
1. The Square: Located on the east side of Water Street, The Square is a "right-sized" paved area, surrounded by green, that contains the existing fountain, Civil War Memorial and a new vertical element (Gateway icon) to draw visitors into the space. Walks from the plaza connect to existing crosswalks, facilitating good circulation into and through the square. Additional benches provide places for sitting, reflecting and interpreting.
2. Water Street: Water Street retains its place as a significant historic feature bisecting the central lawn area while maximizing flexibility for a variety of daily uses and larger special events. Pedest...
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