Wichita Downtown Revitalization Master Plan - Wichita, Kansas
PlaceMatters partnered with Goody Clancy to help Wichita, Kansas create a Revitalization Master Plan for its downtown. PlaceMatters' work focused on using online tools, mobile technologies, and the AnyWare suite of tools for public meetings to help Wichita citizens create a common vision for the revitalization of their downtown.
The team focused on economic analysis and connecting downtown sites as part of the planning process. The project's goals included creating a plan for a "24/7" downtown and creating a strong business plan.
PlaceMatters conducted "Walk-shops" in Wichita to help launch the plan process. Walk-shop participants got an introduction to walkability concepts and then took a walk around downtown, taking photographs of elements that affect the pedestrian environment. They then returned and, using AnyWare tools, discussed and voted on key concepts that emerged.
You can see a video of Ken Snyder introducing the Walk-shop exercises here. You can also view the photos taken during the Walk-shops on the Walk-shop flickr page.
Media and Other Coverage:
- KSN Channel 3 Coverage of Walk-shops, with video news clip
- Wichita Downtown Development Corporation Blog
- Wichita Eagle Press Coverage
- Wichita Business Journal Coverage
