Social infrastructure encompasses the spaces and services that nurture the Social Determinants of Health, promoting physical well-being, social bonds, learning opportunities, and access to care. These elements lay the groundwork for a resilient and thriving community. The following uses establish a foundation for meaningful, community-centered investment at the heart of the neighborhood.
These opportunities are distributed across several residential blocks, supporting long-term stability for local families. While the CRA will prioritize creating ownership opportunities as part of this development, affordable rental options may also be considered in alignment with the CRA’s mission, the Board’s housing priorities, and prevailing market conditions.
The re-adapted ballpark structure is envisioned as a hub for local small businesses, offering affordable commercial leases that help sustain neighborhood entrepreneurship and cultural identity.
To support health and food access in the Ballpark NEXT neighborhood, a location has been identified for a fresh food market. Positioned near key pedestrian routes and transit, the market provides walkable access to affordable, nutritious options—addressing a long-standing gap in healthy food availability and supporting local food systems.
A public library is proposed at the corner of 1300 South and Main Street, establishing a civic anchor for the neighborhood. This location supports walkable access to learning, resources, and gathering space—fostering community connection and lifelong education.
Ballpark NEXT reimagines play as an everyday experience for all ages. The former ballfield becomes a flexible open space for informal sports and community events, while a dedicated children’s play area offers safe, shaded play close to residential blocks. Together, these spaces support physical activity, social connection, and intergenerational recreation—core elements of a healthy, vibrant neighborhood.
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North is at the top. Paxton Avenue bounds the north edge; 1300 South divides the north block from the south block. West Temple Street lies west of the site, West Richards Street east of the north block and along the southern edge, and Main Street east of the Neighborhood Field. A Shared Street crosses the upper residential blocks. Homeownership pictograms mark residences in the upper and lower parts of the plan. The fresh-food market pictogram is in the north block, immediately above and west of Creek Park; Creek Park, its creek and deck lie immediately north of 1300 South. The local small-business pictogram marks the former ballpark west of the Neighborhood Field. Gateway Plaza is west of the field; the stage runs along its east edge. The library is at 1300 South and Main Street, beside Library Court, with service access to its south, between the library and the large building immediately below it. Drop-off areas are shown along 1300 South; Emergency Access is southwest of the field, and Fire Station Access is to its southeast. One play pictogram marks the Neighborhood Field, while the other marks the dedicated playground southeast of the field by Fire Station Access. Shared Streets continue through the lower residential blocks.
Attainable Homeownership Opportunities
Local Small Businesses
Local Fresh Food
Public Library
Places for Play