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Independence

plaza

SITE LOCATION: 2200 Independence Blvd. STRENGTHS, WEAKNESSES, & OPPORTUNITIES

CLASSIFICATION: Park Independence Plaza is a small park surrounded by single, and multi-
COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3 family residential, mixed-use, and commercial/retail areas. This park has

Central
PARK DISTRICT: pickle ball courts, futsal courts, and a playground, making it appealing to
users of all ages. This park does a good job of promoting accessibility,
ESTABLISHED: 1896 and it is well maintained. Opportunities for improvement include:
ACREAGE: 1.73 Acres • More weather mitigating structures, like trees for shade/screening
or shade structures
• Adding landscaping and storm water management practices to
PARK AMENITIES create a more inviting area

• Drinking Fountain (1)
• Futsal Courts (1)
• Park Loop Trail (1)
• Pedestrian Lighting (21)
• Pickleball Courts (1)
• Playground (1) PARK ASSESSMENT RATING
• Public Art (1)
• Trash Receptacles (1)
RATING KEY: 0-24 ACCEPTABLE; 25-49 POOR; 50-74 GOOD; 75-100 EXCELLENT

UNACCEPTABLE POOR GOOD ✓ EXCELLENT

Usability-12 Comfort/Character-31

Accessibility-16 Amenities-25 TOTAL SCORE

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