In 2015 a triangular lot at the intersection of W. Michigan and N. Holmes on Indianapolis’ Near Westside was transformed into a gateway park as part of a partnership between neighborhood leaders, the Humane Society of Indianapolis, Westside CDC, and Keep Indianapolis Beautiful (KIB). The effort was part of the Great Places 2020 initiative led by LISC-Indianapolis, and KIB, who was asked to lead early action wins in the neighborhood. This painted utility box featuring a blossoming tree and ... view more »
In 2015 a triangular lot at the intersection of W. Michigan and N. Holmes on Indianapolis’ Near Westside was transformed into a gateway park as part of a partnership between neighborhood leaders, the Humane Society of Indianapolis, Westside CDC, and Keep Indianapolis Beautiful (KIB). The effort was part of the Great Places 2020 initiative led by LISC-Indianapolis, and KIB, who was asked to lead early action wins in the neighborhood. This painted utility box featuring a blossoming tree and colorful houses was part of that project.
Following an engagement process, the triangle lot was quickly identified by neighbors as a critical space within the Great Place boundary that needed renovation. The transformation included a significant cleanup along the CSX corridor to remove tall brush and unwanted weeds, adding native plants and trees, creating a fence weaving, and installing a 10’ tall interactive locomotive-themed artwork. Much of the work was and is led by neighbors, aided by volunteers during the 2015 Lilly Global Day of Service, and will be stewarded in the future by the nearby Humane Society and other volunteers.
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