There are four potential sites for the Heritage Bank Center on the table. All but one moves that arena away from the beloved riverfront location. Let’s dive into each of these more.
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West Newport - Looking Ahead
How can community organizations and the City of Newport enhance quality of life and strengthen local connections and infrastructure? What actions, policies, or funding should be pursued at the government level, and which policies have the most community support?
Read MoreWest Newport - Site Development Iterations and Final Plan
In addition, we propose incorporating light industrial, commercial, and community-use buildings to enhance neighborhood vibrancy, generate local employment, and provide services that support long-term community growth and resilience.
Read MoreWest Newport - Community Charrette Findings and Precedent Projects
Our focus in this post will be West Newport’s top priorities for change. These priorities reflect a desire for a safer, more vibrant and inclusive neighborhood with more affordable housing, ample green spaces, and better community resources. Let’s dig deeper into each of these together:
Read MoreShaping the Future of West Newport: A Community-Driven Vision
This community development project brought together residents, local businesses, city leaders, and regional partners to address these challenges in a way that strengthens and sustains the neighborhood. By improving multi-modal transportation options, enhancing public spaces, protecting affordable housing, and leveraging historic preservation tools, the project will support inclusive growth that benefits both current and future residents. West Newport is poised to become a model of equitable, resilient, and community-driven redevelopment—one that honors its past while building a vibrant future for all who live and work there.
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