KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The time has come for yet another Plaza Art Fair in Kansas City.
The fall tradition takes place in the iconic Country Club Plaza. However, the plaza could look very different soon; the new owners are promising changes as the future begins to take shape.
Ownership says this future features more security and walkability.
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For years the century-old space has faced many challenges. Those challenges include rising crime and businesses leaving altogether, but the area’s best days may be ahead.
New renderings show some of the concepts the owners hope to achieve.
“I think we need more walkability in Kansas City,” said KC resident Lindsay Downey.
“So I think it’s a good idea. I also think it will cut down on crime that’s been going on.”
According to these new images from OmniPlan and new reports, the goal is to make the plaza more walkable.
Even breaking the area down into …