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Apex Chamber educational programming on Energy • Saunders Gathering Space – At the
and Infrastructure discussed the Streetscape project. corner of Saunders and Commerce,
a lively community space will be
while creating a more welcoming decorative light poles and string dressed with cozy tables and chairs
environment for residents and visitors lights crisscrossing overhead. under a shade pergola, glowing string
to enjoy. Some of the renovations and • Street Furniture - Salem Street will lights, bike racks, and a life-size chess
highlights include: have new counter tops and benches board in the heart of Downtown Apex!
• Accessibility - Design features to create welcoming spots to savor
that make Salem Street safer and a meal from a local restaurant, sip a As the project winds down, the
accessible include a widened, curb- coffee or social district beverage, Keep Loving Local campaign updates
less design, enhanced pedestrian or simply relax. district visitors how downtown remains
crossings, continuous storm • Shade Trees – American Elms will open for business as construction
drainage grates, and removable line Salem Street, installed within closes portions of Salem Street,
safety bollards for special events. “soil cells” that provide space for pacing improvements with as minimal
• Decorative Lighting - The new roots to grow, supporting tree health disruption as possible. Get ready for an
corridor will be illuminated by and growth rates. all-new Salem Street experience!

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