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Features & Vision

Features of the Plan...

• a public plaza large enough for events, such as celebrations, performances
  or a market,
• a park-like setting for lunchtime use,
• food and information kiosks, restrooms,
• trees and a quiet garden-like area with café setting
• a small stage,
• strong green connection to the river
• an entrance plaza for city council chambers
• an entrance plaza for the County Courthouse with fountains,
• a major focal space with a fountain and a formal garden,
• rerouted streets to slow traffic and facilitate pedestrian crossings, and
• bus stops located close enough to each other to make transfers easily and invite walking.

Vision...

• Providing a great place at the heart of the city is good for San Antonio
• Brings diverse people together
• Creates active public space
• Encourages mixed-use development
• Promotes walking, biking and transit
• Supports business opportunities
• Renews downtown neighborhoods