DOWNTOWN
greening
Greening is an extremely beneficial amenity for any downtown, greatly increasing the enjoyment of visitors. before
phase one: street trees
Street trees help to shade and cool areas intended for high pedestrian use, in addition to better defining the space. While greening has begun along 2nd Street (the main thoroughfare) this concept should be expanded throughout the downtown area.
5 years
Tree canopies help screen the buildings and in turn can create curiousity that will draw people in. Eventually, larger canopies will provide a sense of security to those passing beneath them, and a great level of shade will be achieved to promote a steady flow of pedestrian traffic downtown.
30 years
TIME LAPSE OF WEST 2ND STREET. Current conditions leave pedestrians largely in the heat and glare of the sun (top). In five years, tree canopies will help shade storefronts as well as provide a barrier between street and sidewalk (above). In 30 years, larger canopies will cool the downtown and provide a beautiful shaded canopy (right).
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