Some of the key themes that arose out of the Downtown
Summit presentations included:
1. Build more housing in Downtown to support existing
and new businesses;
2. Slow down traffi c to generate a pedestrian-friendly
environment and a pleasing outdoor dining
experience;
3. Support art. Consider creating a public art fund
and program;
4. Incorporate fun features like the slide down from the
Nob Hill Tower; and
5. Take risks and support (re)investment.
The Summit presentations generated excitement
and a sense of “wow” regarding all of the developments
taking place in Morgan Hill. As Morgan Hill evolves as a
destination, new developments and new art additions should
reflect the community and its aspirations.
In closing, good planning decisions are now starting
to pay off, and clearly the parking garage and perhaps the
Tarantula have helped catalyze the new reinvestment. An
interesting fact is that the majority of this $50 million of new
private investment is coming from local community members
and investors who care about the future of the community
and believe in its potential. .
To learn more about the downtown visioning summit and
the various projects, visit: morganhill.ca.gov/visionsummit.
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