The project is a collaborative public/private effort to dramatically update the 10-acre Public Square into a catalytic, dynamic, world-class public space in the heart of downtown Cleveland. As it exists today, Public Square is almost 60% hard scape. The new design will remove 50,000 square feet of pavement and will add 20% more space. The design for Public Square is an opportunity to create a space that works for all users whether they visit on foot, bicycle, car, or bus.
Public Square
Project Details
| Completed | Summer 2016 |
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| Location | Public Square: Downtown |
| Project Type | Public space |
| Program | 10-acre programmed public space |
| Sponsor | Group Plan Commission |
| CDA Investment | $5.25 million from ACDF |
| Total Project Costs | $42 million |
| Community Demographics | Poverty Rate: 36.4% Median Income: 116.5% Unemployment Rate: 17.8% |
Impact
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Community Centered Impact
The project sponsor committed to construction participation goals for Minority, Female, and Cleveland Small Businesses (MBE/FBE/CSB) as well as minority, female and City of Cleveland resident workers.
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Executed Community Benefits Agreement
The project sponsor has committed to quantifiable community impacts by executing a Community Benefits Agreement.
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Accessible Public Transit
The completed project maintains and enhances access to public transit through new bus shelters.
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New Public Space
The project creates a vibrant public space for all of Cleveland in the heart of the city.
