Reimagine 1100 S Menard
The Reimagine 1100 S Menard project seeks to redevelop an underutilized property as a public benefit to residents of The Island neighborhood.
PHASE 1 COMPLETE
Initial Community Design & Outreach
We aim to transform the vacant lot at 1100 S Menard into a vibrant, welcoming community space. We’re gathering input from residents like you to help shape a design that reflects your needs, values, and culture.
Meetings & Progress
Community Design Meeting #1
June 6, 2025
We held an open community meeting to gather input on residents’ ideas for the space. Feedback was recorded and added to the survey data. Next meeting dates were announced.
Community Design Meeting #2
July 18, 2025
We held an open community meeting to gather input on residents’ ideas for the space. Feedback was recorded and added to the survey data. Over 90 residents have completed the survey.
Human Scale presented survey data summaries, visuals representing usage ideas, and examples of possible site development layouts. Next meeting date was announced.
Community Design Meeting #3
August 8, 2025
We held an open community meeting to gather input on residents’ ideas for the space. Feedback was recorded. The community survey is still active and accepting ideas.
Human Scale presented updated visuals representing usage ideas, and examples of possible site development layouts.
PHASE 2 IN PROCESS
Fundraising & Acquisition
The second phase of this project will leverage the ideas of residents and the design concepts of professionals to grow a coalition of partners and sponsors who can make site redevelopment possible.
PHASE 3 NOT STARTED
Planning & Development
The third phase of this project will include further planning and redeveloping the property.