Town of Normal, IL
Online Survey
The Underpass

Online Survey

Survey opened to public from Feb. 17 to March 4

Following is a summary of survey findings

More than 1,600 participated in the survey and their input was requested on:

  • Priorities for the project
  • South Plaza uses and amenities
  • North Plaza amenities
  • Underpass experience

The No. 1 use for the Underpass is as a pass-through/transitional space and the second most popular use was as a gathering/social space.


Respondents ranked the following in priority order:

  1. Uptown Station access
  2. South Side Drop-off/Pick-up
  3. North Plaza
  4. South Plaza
  5. Gateway to Children's Discovery Museum

Preferred South Plaza Uses:

  • Events, Festivals & Markets
  • Concerts
  • Stage
    Other themes included: Green Space, Art, Seating and Exercise

Appealing North Plaza Amenities:

  • Water Elements
  • Interactive/Thinking Play
  • Public Art Installation
  • Moveable Seating

Appealing Options for the Underpass Experience:

  • Special Lighting
  • Changeable or Permanent Art Installation
    Other themes included: Safety, Lighting, Bike/Ped Friendly

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