Cleveland rededicated Public Square today after a year-long, $50 million renovation. Clevelanders gathered in thespace for the ceremony.
Greater Cleveland Partnership Chairman Tony Coyne spoke about the civic meaning of the redesigned space.
“This public square is a public square in the truest sense of the word 'public.' The voices of Clevelanders shaped this space, and what you see around us today is a result of Clevelanders’ passion —both your practical and visionary ideas that have come to life in a very dramatic fashion. This is your public square.”
The old square was bisected by two major streets. Now, only buses and bikes can pass -- and only along Superior Avenue. The area focuses instead on pedestrians and places to relax.
People visiting the green space were impressed by its open feel, featuring a large green space for events and recreation, a cafe and a water feature.
As she cooled off in the shallow reflection pool, Kathleen Sonhalter raved about the renovation,Sonhalter on a place to interact
"I’m quite delighted by the opportunity for us to hang out and interact with otherClevelanders. I will probably be coming down here, meeting up with friends for bike rides. We’ll probably use this as a gathering place. And just coming down to take a stroll through and cool off. I love this water feature."
The city hopes to use Public Square for year-round programming such as concerts in warmer weather and an ice-skating rink in the winter.
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