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• Small elements might also be seen as focal points in Monticello's downtown. Works of public art can be delightful surprises as well as celebrations of a community's spirit. Benches, sidewalks and other utilitarian elements of a downtown can be a great medium for the right artist; these functional elements can become landmarks in their own right, even if they are no larger than a manhole cover. More traditional art—sculptures and murals—also have a place in downtown. Civic Facilities • As much as possible, the civic facilities of Monticello should be con- centrated in one area, increasing their prominence in the downtown and creating a true center of community for Monticello. Downtown Open Space • Not every space in downtown needs to be a building, street or parking lot. In fact, the downtown can be a better reflection of the community if spaces are reserved for parks, plazas and other open space elements. West and East Bridge Parks are obvious in their ability to fulfill this need; their relation between the river and downtown will likely cause the need for careful consideration of their long term use; they may no longer be quiet retreats overlooking the Mississippi. West Bridge Park should be developed to become the most active downtown outdoor space—the place where the community gathers on a regular basis for programmed events or casual meetings. It will be important to address functional concerns as a part of the • improvements to Bridge Park. If it is to be useful at night it must pro- vide a level of lighting that provides for comfort and security without diminishing the natural beauty of the river. Parking will be an issue, but land for park uses is more critical than parking in the park. On- street parking and remote parking not only protects valuable park space, it encourages a higher level of use of other parts of downtown. / - •t— -%..,../ h-•/ '-I »t, i. M i - . Ulirillilliiii,11 ,.4, 11-41:1 -ilet . • 1 :• ulliffill&Al 4:z..A.: . , : / _. . ..:„..„,ree'-- 1 -: -.;:-.! . ... 14 - t •oxiv Oil lc ›F, .. . ,, , rd_ ill t 1 O Ammo �� a. �'r,y1 a.; '� q u�, �'r '! `-1 I ..„ ' 'Vj, j_. AIM o ��01i A� Y '0 ,r'`�, -AA u4� l ' '. T r--rn-rrr 61C 1ir�, = ; .w,• • _ rrrrY�rn , r �.. -- .4.wis�, yf tt 11,1.1'/ '!40.6,4.4 w /'!s•ar►y ! ; iz i•of�. ri "v •�•� .y� — - :am �' - i�,;- -�� ee' , L 0illIvS,' gll 4. s ,nfnnh = - t1� I 'I I „. S�I- A : Gri111.++++�W1111t i , , i ai West Bridge Park is downtown's most Important outdoor gathering space. It offers the chance to be In downtown and near the rhrer•,development that surrounds should be organized and designed to keep this park prominent • ! , i A New Bridge Revitalizing Montcello's Downtown and Rlverlront - Page 3:17