Want to see 2 examples of 2 currently unused and useless pedestrian bridges? Look to the current one leading to Symphony Park from the city hall parking garage and the one above Las Vegas Blvd in the Cultural Corridor. There are plenty of other examples here too. Raising the pedestrian area above street level has proven to be ineffective over and over again when it comes to connecting pedestrians and the community, they eliminate the much desired permeability between 2 areas. Just a few stairs on Las Vegas Blvd. was even discussed as a barrier when (the then) new Aladdin was built. Even a few stairs can be a considered a barrier (even if psychological) for many. Plus bridges disconnects the public from the streetscape. I think something as simple as 3 to 4 paved, tree-lined-- art, light, and bench infused walkways would add a much more connectivity. Have a lane strictly for pedestrians/wheelchairs and another lane for bikes, skateboards and roller blades. A smooth pathway across the tracks and barriers installed for times when the train passes. Its a much more pleasurable way to travel than an elevated, disconnected walkway. It seems beautifully done street level walk ways that tie into the existing streets in Symphony park is the way to roll if they REALLY want to connect the 2 areas of downtown. That means connecting the Main St. area to the following streets in Symphony Park. One from the Plaza Hotel Casio area to West Carson Ave. One to connect to W. Bridger. One to connect at W. Clark. Maybe add one or two after further evaluation. I suspect all these could ours for much less than the 6 million it cost to construct the current (one) bridge leading into Symphony Park. This proposed pedestrian bridge is a BAD idea IMO and should be highly questioned at planning and city council meetings. reviewjournal/news/las-vegas/900000-design-pedestrian-bridge-symphony-park
Posted on: Mon, 12 Jan 2015 20:47:29 +0000
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