14-acre park over Downtown Connector aims to reconnect divided communities, begin construction in 2026.

Atlanta's "The Stitch" project plans to build a 14-acre park over the Downtown Connector, aiming to reconnect divided communities, particularly those impacted by past infrastructure decisions. The initiative includes transportation enhancements and affordable housing, with construction set to begin in 2026. Supported by local leaders, the project focuses on making Atlanta more walkable and bikeable, while honoring its historical ties, especially to Martin Luther King Jr.'s neighborhood.

October 23, 2024
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