New Trail Provides Open Space in Downtown Arlington

As part of the revitalization plan for downtown Arlington, Phase I of the new Center Street Pedestrian Trail is underway. This two-mile trail will help beautify the downtown area, helping to raise the appeal and value of downtown Arlington real estate.

Trail Makes Arlington Pedestrian Friendly

The new trail system will be completed in two phases. With Phase I underway, Phase II is now in the design process.

Phase I will run through downtown and connect with the new Founder’s Plaza, and will provide pedestrian access to the new Levitt Pavilion outdoor amphitheater, which will also open in fall.

Along this two-mile walkway, there will be over a mile of upgraded landscaping to add visual appeal to the area. Seating areas will be available in several locations, as well as interesting information about the city’s history.

Minor inconveniences during the construction process include the closing of access driveways to the Central Library and City Hall. These minor inconveniences should only last a short period of time.

Phase II to Access UT Arlington

When Phase II is built, it will begin south of Founder’s Plaza and connect through UT Arlington, then continue on to Johnson Creek. The completion of the trail will provide greater connectivity among downtown attractions.

In addition to the new trail system, other upgrades to downtown Arlington real estate include upgrades to building fronts of existing businesses, the addition of mixed-use developments, and an expansion of owner-occupied housing to bring new life into the core of this historic city.