City hires New York firm for fresh perspective on Indiana Avenue redevelopment

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9 thoughts on “City hires New York firm for fresh perspective on Indiana Avenue redevelopment

  1. The majority of firms submitting proposals had lots of resources and a breath to project experience and fell short. I understand that EKLA will have “extensive discussion” to get “community input.” Beyond that, what is inspires particular confidence this landscape architect will create a compelling plan for a large urban district. Has EKLA put forth a preliminary vision yet, or did they sell the committee on a process alone? The article doesn’t seem to explain clearly what led to the committee’s selection of EKLA and why all the prior proposals fell short. Can we get some insight about that and what the other proposals were lacking or what while likely differentiate at plan by EKLA?

  2. Rather that sit back and watch what happens, other firms or their representatives could actively particpate in the process rather than continue to fume about not having bern selected.

    And being local does not provide, ipsp facto, and absolute right or a preponderance od wisdom to develop a plan.

    Endless surface parking must be given over to a highe and better, complementary urban use. Proposing [more] soulless suburban design plans need not be done.

    A plan should be put forward that incorporates contiguous development designed for foot traffic but accommodating multi-modal vehicular access. The current West Street super arterial is a dreadful concrete corridor, a prime example of what should never be done again — too bad that a re-visioning of this massive roadway is not part of the scope.

  3. “Development continues on parts of 16 Tech, which sits north of the White River along Indiana Avenue, including . . . “. Incorrect description.

    The 16 Tech development is east [not north] of White River and north of Fall Creek.

  4. For all the naysayers about selecting an out of state firm, keep in mind they were selected by community representatives and will have local firms on the team.

  5. still a naysayer. $450k ? Really? Who were those community reps? No Local firms were qualified? All the talk about supporting local businesses is just that…. Talk.

  6. Have there been any public hearings to gather input from the Indiana Avenue constituents and other residents of Indianapolis? Seems like a good place to start before selecting an out of state agency.

  7. The first photo indicate a problem. West Street signals affixed to span wire. Hideous. Why not replace with mast arms. While span wires may be appropriate or the least cost option for a county road in a sparsely populated ares, they are inappropriate and unsightly.

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