Abstract:
The downtown area presently has the advantage of a number of historic buildings and pleasant open spaces. However, these features have been compromised over the years by piecemeal infill practices, assorted theme related and period storefronts, insufficient sidewalks and other pedestrian amenities, and a lack of street landscaping. The downtown area is also impacted by 3rd Street (State Highway 26), which bisects the downtown area as a two-way arterial carrying traffic west and east. This plan recommends improvements to the downtown streetscape intended to enhance downtown historical buildings and open spaces. [From the Plan]