Residents Dream Out Loud for the Future of The Plaza

Updated, June 29 5:59 a.m.

We'd like to thank everyone who came out to support our second forum, both in-person and virtually through our live blog.

? What types of stores do residents want in-town? What would set Evergreen Park apart from other municipalities? How can we bring this to The Plaza's space? These were all questions raised--and answered-- at our discussion.

As Patch has covered the topic there has been an overwhelming amount of comments suggesting popular commercial developments such as Trader Joe's and Whole Foods. On Thursday, we dug a little deeper into what made those developments so attractive, as well as unique ideas that weren't presented before.

We are now in the process of compiling all suggestions into a document to present to the village of Evergreen Park, so that officials will have something on-record as suggestions from residents for the development.

Re-play our live blog, then add your comments at the bottom.

Check back with Patch for continuing coverage of the ideas presented at .

Original Post: June 28, 6 a.m.

The day is finally here!

This evening, we present our second forum , hosted by our Evergreen Parker, Chris Clair, which will focus exclusively on the re-development of and the ideas you have for developing the space.

and since the deal has not technically been made, we want to hear your suggestions. so we want to encourage you to come out and participate, no matter what your suggestion or vision for the mall may be.

During this live blog, Evergreen Park Patch editor Renita Young will be happy to field your questions and comments to the crowd.

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