NEW ALBANY, IN – September 15, 2023 marked the ribbon cutting ceremony for the City of New Albany’s revitalized East Main Street Corridor. Clark Dietz is pleased to team with clients like New Albany, and our project partner Luckett & Farley, who share our desire to improve connections, aid accessibility, and enhance infrastructure critical to a community’s identity.
The $5.5 million dollar project features improvements to pedestrian safety and the overall visual appeal on the Main Street corridor from State Street to East Fifth Street.
“We continue to enjoy our long-standing relationship with the City of New Albany,” says Clark Dietz President and Chief Executive Officer Wes Christmas, PE. “The Revitalization of East Main Street, efforts to upgrade multi-modal accessibility and safety and overall improvement of the character of the corridor were forward-thinking goals set by the City that align with our mission to improve quality of life for the residents of New Albany. We’re excited that the enhancements will foster better connections between businesses and patrons and supports what we feel is truly special about the City’s identity.”
The streetscape now includes pedestrian pathways, enhanced sidewalk spaces to support local businesses, parklets, green landscaping islands, and integrated wayfinding signage. The design elements incorporated frame the beautiful downtown environment without distracting from the historic structures.
“It’s liveable, attractive and authentic to New Albany,” said New Albany Major Jeff Gahan. “All these elements are designed to encourage interaction and to make Main Street a place where you want to stay a while, socialize and visit our local businesses and restaurants.”
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