Explore the Final Riverfront Report

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Explore the Final Riverfront Report 〰️

Reconnect with our riverfront.

Check out the four primary drivers for the Moline River Front + Centre Plan.

INVEST IN A STRONG PUBLIC REALM.

How do we create a destination for locals and visitors that anchors the Downtown Riverfront experience?

Inspired by the existing cultural vibrancy of Moline, we will invest in a strong public realm framework centered around existing cultural and natural resources, public spaces, public ways, existing infrastructure and recreational amenities. This framework promises to support fresh investment opportunities for community programming and renewed neighborhood vibrancy.

DEFINE A NEW DISTRICT.

How do we unlock the prime redevelopment potential of the site?
By creating place-based strategies that align market- and community-supported uses with authentic locational attributes, we can create a competitive niche for the Downtown Riverfront that differentiates Moline while complementing existing districts and destinations throughout the region.

CONNECT OUR ASSETS.

How can the riverfront better serve as a hub with strengthened connections to Downtown, neighborhoods and community assets?
Strengthening both physical and programmatic connections can provide increased social access, equity and engagement to and through the District thereby positioning this site as an epicenter within Moline’s vibrant culture and 24/7 appeal.

EMBRACE THE RIVER.

How do we redefine the relationship between Downtown and the river?
By embracing the natural systems that make Moline unique, we can create new activations that serve to educate, inspire and empower the community to fall in love with and provide stewardship of these spaces for generations to come. In what ways can we reconnect to and embrace the river? Let’s find out together!

PROJECT MILESTONES

PROJECT KICK-OFF

SUMMER 2023

  • The first visit in September included the project kick-off meeting, field survey and boat ride on the river.

  • Key stakeholders shared their thoughts about the riverfront study area with the project team. Stay tuned for the Engagement Summary #1.

ENGAGEMENT BLITZ #1

FALL 2023

  • Thanks for sharing your thoughts at:

    Mercado on Fifth
    Friday, October 13th
    5 pm - 8 pm

    Freight House Farmers Market
    Saturday, October 14th
    8 am - 12 pm

    Paint Nite at Dead Poet’s Espresso
    Saturday, October 14th
    1 pm - 2:30 pm

  • Thanks for attending the Moline River Front + Centre Plan Fall Fest on October 14th from 4-6PM outside of the BridgePointe 485 Building. Community members shared their vision for Moline’s riverfront while enjoying trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, free professional family photos, live music, and a food truck from El Mariachi.

  • Over 700 survey participants shared their thoughts and vision for the future of Moline’s riverfront. Check out the Community Engagement Summary!

ENGAGEMENT BLITZ #2

WINTER 2024

  • The project team met with stakeholders to gather additional feedback about the Moline riverfront concepts.

  • Thanks for joining City staff, Renew Moline, and the project team at the Moline Riverfront ‘Love the River’ Celebration on Saturday, February 10th at Mercado on Fifth. During the community event, the project team gave a presentation covering the project background, community vision, and three design concepts.

    The celebration was fun for all and featured family-friendly activities and attractions which included free professional Valentines-themed photos, a Valentines-inspired decorating station, and local sweet treats and refreshments.

    CLICK HERE to check out Community Engagement Summary #2.

  • Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the draft riverfront concepts. CLICK HERE to check out Community Engagement Summary #2.

ENGAGEMENT BLITZ #3

SPRING 2024

  • Thanks for sharing your thoughts on Saturday, May 11th at Mercado on Fifth at the ‘Take Me to the River’ Workshop!

    The project team covered work completed to date, what we heard from the community, and how we refined the vision into a design for the district. The celebration featured family-friendly activities and attractions including free animal balloons, community chalk drawing, and local sweet treats and refreshments.

  • Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the draft riverfront concepts. CLICK HERE to check out Community Engagement Summary #3.

DRAFT + FINAL PLAN

SUMMER 2025

BUILDING OFF OF PAST PLANNING EFFORTS

This initiative will build on work and engagement that has been to-date, including: