On it's way: A blueprint for our downtown's future.
While parts of our downtown are growing and being redeveloped, a comprehensive strategy is needed to connect these downtown assets. A Master City Plan has overwhelming support from the private and public sectors. This plan will become a blueprint for our future. It benefits the public and private sector when making decisions. At WDDC, our goal is to be strategic with public sector investment so we, as a community, maximize private sector investment.
Let’s take a quick look back. The success of 1989’s initial downtown development effort, sometimes called the RTKL plan, exceeded expectations. From there, a second series of downtown improvements, the River Corridor plan, took hold. After voters approved funding for a regional sports and entertainment arena, the Arena Neighborhood plan was designed to improve areas surrounding the arena site. Collectively, these three plans have built a strong foundation. Projects evolving from them continue to grow. With each new success, residents and visitors discover new ways to use and enjoy downtown Wichita.
