Gather
at the River: Identification and preservation of local culture |
| This paper focuses on the search for community identity and vision through the development of a park master plan. Many residents of Knights Landing, a small, unincorporated community, and the designers saw the park planning process and the future park as an opportunity for uniting the sometimes-divided community while also celebrating the rich history of the place. Participation strategies for this project included employing techniques to reach the Latino/a and Anglo populations as well as children and the elderly. The resulting concept for the park design, “Gather at the River: to remember our past, enjoy our present and build our future,” lays the foundation for a community gathering place that will welcome everyone and celebrate the unique qualities of this place and its people. |