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Download your copy of the approved neighborhood plan
today! Take action and get involved.
Congratulations to the South Central Neighborhood
Association and City of Wichita! The South Central Neighborhood Plan was
unanimously approved by the City Council and County Commission.
Check out our First Draft!
Thank you for your input and ideas! The Steering Committee for the South Central Neighborhood Plan is pleased to share the first draft of the publication. Tell us what you think. E-mail Matt Williams at the City of Wichita with your comments –
Take a look at the Open House Boards!
The pages below showcase the themes and organization of the plan's first draft. Tell us what you think!
Thank You!
Many thanks for the support for getting the word out about the exhibits for the South Central Neighborhood Plan. Everyone is delighted for the attention and look forward to sharing ideas for the future of the neighborhood. Check out some of the coverage leading up to the SoCe Neighborhood Event.
Wichita Eagle
https://www.kansas.com/news/local/article232341042.html
KMUW – 89.1 – NPR
https://www.kmuw.org/post/after-13-years-south-central-wichita-looking-new-plan
Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce
KFDI FM. 101.3
KWCH Ch. 12 – (CBS)
https://www.kwch.com/video/?vid=512885512
KSN – (NBC)
https://www.ksn.com/news/local/improving-wichitas-south-central-neighborhood/
Wichita South Central Neighborhood Plan Pop-Up Scheduled at Showcase Event
Saturday, July 20, 11 AM to 2 PM
(Wichita, KS) – The City of Wichita
and Metropolitan Area Planning Department created the
South Central Neighborhood Plan in 2006
to be used as a guide to increase the attractiveness, safety, and stability of
the neighborhood. They are now in the process of updating this plan to help
revitalize the neighborhood area by identifying improvements that reflect the
current views of the residents.
The Wichita South Central Neighborhood Plan
Pop-Up Event will take place during the SoCe Neighborhood Showcase on
Saturday, July 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. inside the SoCe Neighboring
Movement offices at 417 E. Gilbert. This
will be an informal, fun, interactive event for the public to learn more about
the project and share their ideas and priorities for the future.
The
feedback from the pop-up event will help guide strategies and priorities for
revitalizing the neighborhood’s attractiveness, safety and improvement. Major
themes may include land use, transportation, infrastructure, parks, and housing
opportunities.
The
SoCe Neighborhood Showcase event is free of charge and consists of a series of
bus stops along Gilbert St. where participants can learn more about the
specific business, organization, or site.
See attached map. Wichita Transit will provide a bus to shuttle
participants to each stop. The event
will include a farm-to-table meal at Legacy Ministries, a mini car show, live
music, kids activities, a prize drawing and more! The purpose of the Showcase is to champion the
SoCe neighborhood, spotlight the area’s various organizations and businesses,
introduce the neighborhood plan and gather community feedback.
Residents and businesses are encouraged to take part in the Wichita South Central Neighborhood Plan Pop-Up event to share your thoughts and ideas! An online survey is also available now at www.plansouthcentralneighborhood.com. Comment forms will be available at the event as well.
Media Contact: Jayne
Siemens 816-289-1109
Design Studio Recap
Thank you to everyone who participated in the design studio event! Over the next few months our team will be refining your ideas with the steering committee. Topics discussed include improving connections within the neighborhood, enhancing the riverfront and greenspaces, identifying grassroots initiatives, building the quality of subareas, and much more.
We look forward to sharing progress with you in the Spring!
Attend A Design Studio!
RDG will be hosting a Design Studio on February 20th at the Sedgwick County Child Advocacy Center. At this Design Studio, RDG will begin designing concepts for the future of our neighborhood. The process will address a guiding vision for the neighborhood, key market opportunities, and neighborhood features.
Who: You!
What: Design Studio – Creating concepts for the future of our neighborhood. Bring your ideas!
Where: Sedgwick County Child Advocacy Center at 1211 S Emporia St, Wichita, KS 67211
When: 4:30-6:30pm on Wednesday, February 20th.
Stop by for 15 minutes or the entire session!
Why: Because we want a healthier neighborhood!
Kick-off Meeting
Thank you for participating in the kick-off meeting! We look forward to continuing the discussion at the Design Studio in February!
Attend the kick-off meeting!. You're invited!.
The City of Wichita and Metropolitan Area Planning Department created the South Central Neighborhood Plan in 2006 to be used as a guide to increase the attractiveness, safety, and stability of the neighborhood. They are now in the process of updating this plan to help revitalize the neighborhood area by identifying improvements that reflect the current views of the residents. A Community Roundtable Event will be held on Tuesday, January 29 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at the Wichita Water Center, 101 E Pawnee Street. There will be a short presentation given with an overview of the project at the beginning and the rest of the time will be an informal small group discussion to talk about priorities for the future. The feedback from the meeting will help guide strategies and priorities for revitalizing the neighborhood’s attractiveness, safety and improvement. Major themes may include land use, transportation, infrastructure, parks, and housing opportunities. Residents and businesses are encouraged to engage with neighbors in your thoughts and ideas at the roundtable event!
Take the Survey
We need to hear from you!
A Neighborhood Survey is available online for you to provide input on the goals of the 2006 plan and priorities for the future. Taking the survey is simple and should take less than 10 minutes. Your voice is important to inform the project team and steering committee on important neighborhood projects and programs for future action. If you know someone who needs a paper survey to complete, let us know through the "Get Involved" tab at the top of the page.
Please share your opinion and take the survey here or by clicking the "Take a Survey" button to the right.