On Oct. 1, the Lake Wales Community Redevelopment Agency board unanimously adopted Lake Wales Connected, a strategy for revitalization of the city’s historic Downtown and one of its most important close-in neighborhoods.
The plan builds upon the bold “city as a garden” vision established by the famous Olmsted Brothers firm. Lake Wales Connected describes upgrades to streets and public spaces, including re-planting a consistent canopy of shade trees, which will not only beautify the city but also raise property values and quality of life. The plan also calls for the addition of a new town square, extending trails and bike paths to unify city neighborhoods, completing a network of walkable sidewalks, and encouraging more affordable housing and home ownership through city incentives.
Park Avenue & Market Street