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Now that the Drexel school year has started, I finally got around to visiting the new park... and it's a deadzone. I was the only one walking around there on Sunday. I'm willing to bet that the reason is that the Bulletin Building is currently U/C, added to the fact that there's really nothing around.
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However, the execution of the Drexel Square was excellent. I can see it will be a cool place to hang out and especially once the new bldgs are built around it and the completion of the Bulletin bldg renovations and re-cladding is done. Also, if there was more retail between 30th and 32nd on Market St, it would help liven the area. Bottom line, it's got huge potential, especially as more builds get done. BTW, on Market St the buses and lines to the buses were long. They have to figure a way out to get some sort of bus transportation hub right there. BTW...30th street station looks glorious with Drexel Square in front. I have lots of photos that I will try to post later, but kind of a busy day for me. |
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This park is an investment in the future of the area. It is just a beginning and a good one at that. Looking forward to seeing 30th st st apron transformed. That should be starting soon, no?
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Everything with Amtrak is a matter of funding. Plus there was/is lots of push back in regards to changing the drop off point on the west side of the station. Much of what has been proposed, and there have been several variations presented, includes a lot of underground plaza work, including the much needed underground connection with the SEPTA subway/trolley station. So, in answer to your question, I'm not aware of any final design or timetable for the work. That might not happen until firm funding is included in Amtrak's budget----approved by our fearless leaders in DC. |
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Regarding Amtrak's construction plans:
http://www.phillydistrict30.com/current-projects-1 Still too early for anything to materialize, but all the big changes are exciting. The area around 30th st station with all the new and in-process builds makes it feel very cosmopolitan. |
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Taken yesterday:
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...437b1f82_b.jpgIMG_7142 by iheartphilly iheartphilly, on Flickr https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d3893d3b_b.jpgfullsizeoutput_d009 by iheartphilly iheartphilly, on Flickr https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...11911c2a_b.jpgIMG_7146 by iheartphilly iheartphilly, on Flickr https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...4b2b4188_b.jpgIMG_7149 by iheartphilly iheartphilly, on Flickr https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6a30782d_b.jpgIMG_7151 by iheartphilly iheartphilly, on Flickr https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...596bfdd4_b.jpgIMG_7162 by iheartphilly iheartphilly, on Flickr https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...1e914669_b.jpgIMG_7173 by iheartphilly iheartphilly, on Flickr |
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not trying to hate on this project i really cant wait i just wish they went with different design :skyhighmind: |
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A huge chunk of the parking lot has been closed off, and they've starting taking down the facade mockup of the Bulletin Building.
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zoning/use permit issued on 10/3 along with unity of use for the parcels pertaining to these towers.
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That west side of the station is a nightmare to walk around on, so hopefully any configuration they end up building improves the pedestrian experience. Seems like that'll be super important given the massive increase in density in the immediate area. |
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