7(B) Downtown Plan Update - Placemaking, Proposed Improvements and Implementation (2)

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V. Downtown Placemaking Trailside Park Trailside Park_i� siluated in tlie heart ut the d��ntu��n dii�i ser��es as t�ie celiter�iece ut the communit� The park is utilized by residents and��isitors as both a social gathering area and recreational space. Paul Bunxan trail users are also often found relaxing in the park. Trailside Park serves as the perfect setting for the citv and other local or�anizations to host communitv-buildin� events throughout the year. After the State Highway �71 realignment in 2oi8, community leaders identified an opportunitv to unite the city throu�h a series of park improvements. These include construction of a flag display (2o�A) installation a splash pad (2020), improvements to the Bean Hole Pit area (2020) new and updated holiday decorations (2020) and a potential redesign and reconfiguration of the �ark in the future. As these im�rovements are made-the�ark_��ill continue t� brin�, to�,ether the_ c�minunih� for generati�ns t� co�ne, Street Lighting Street lighting can add an immense amount of value to a place. Not only is lighting functional by providing illumination for sidewalks and streets; it can also contribute to the overall character of a place. The City should be prudent in determining when and where it installs street lighting. The most logical time to install it is when a street is being reconstructed. Street lighting within the City should be uniform and properly scaled. With the reconstruction of North Washington Avenue and installation of street lights in 2014, the City selected a decorative street lighting fixture and pole design that will used throughout the city as lighting is installed. � r i � � �: � ., � __ _