Park Design and Mill Run Restoration for the Meadville Medical Center
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Case Study in Urban Development
Next Steps
· Finish design for the physical therapy parking area and determine if the space needs to be increased or decreased for parking needs
· Adjust park design to accommodate for any changes
· Choose tree, shrub, and flower species to be planted in the park
· Determine which nursery will supply the tree and shrub species for the riparian zone and park design
· Determine which organizations will provide volunteers to install the vegetation (Albion Correctional, Allegheny College, Boy Scouts, Meadville Medical Center)
· Follow Work Agenda for the Mill Run Restoration
~Some tree species included in the park design may also be planted at this time (i.e. the trees in close proximity to the riparian zone)
· Find cost estimates on all elements included in the park
~Consider costs for using recycled materials
· Determine which company will remove the Coca Cola Bottling Plant and the asphalt parking area
· Determine which businesses and volunteer organizations will construct and install the park elements
~Consider local Amish vendors
· Begin park construction
