February 18, 2004

Galveston Livable Communities Initiative

The City of Galveston Livable Communities Steering Committee voted today to move forward on installation of benches, gas lights, electric lights, direction-finding signs, bicycle racks, park benches and trash receptacles on 23rd Street in Phase 2 of the downtown infrastructure improvement project.

Consultant John Cararra of The Goodman Corporation explained that the improvements can be financed with $80,000 remaining from the Phase 1 budget.

Carrara said that requests for qualifications for an architect to design the proposed transportation terminal on the Strand at 25th Street will be advertised next week.

Asked by Chair Fred Wichlep for an estimated time of completion for the terminal, Carrara said late 2005 seems likely.

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