More Sidewalk Talk

We all have to agree that the brick sidwalks are a true signature of the Grove, along with the old-style gas lights.

Expanding sidewalks width on Main Highway was discussed by the BID Capital and Infrastructure Committee. One area of concern is where Main Highway meets Grand Avenue.

According to the report done by Scott Silver, chairman of the sub-committee, "By eliminating the merge lane and adding this to the public sidewalk it dramatically improves this area. It is extremely difficult to navigate between the existing tree and building. In undertaking this expansion, we can decide whether to replace that tree, as well as the tree to the south. We may not have to do this, as we will now have at least five to six feet of sidewalk on the other side of the tree. We would also recommend expanding the sidewalk by continuing this closing of the merge lane and by eliminating the left turn center lane on Main Highway all the way down to Commodore Plaza."

He went on to say: "We can still preserve approximately six on street parking spaces where 8 exist now. Further, we suggest eliminating the first four parking spaces on both sides of Commodore Plaza as you enter off of Main Highway. We would line each side with planter boxes to create very dramatic entry and a lively public scene with broad dining areas on both sides. In order to accommodate short-term pickup and drop-off we would then take the next two spaces on the sector eight side of Commodore Plaza and designate those as short-term (15 minute) parking."

"We also suggest removal of the two parking spaces outside of Jaguar and on one side of Fuller."

Putting powerlines underground was discussed in the Center Grove, but of course, that always ends up costing more than anyone is willing to pay.