Episode 6 - The Future (Part 2)

In an early design concept by Hargreaves Associates that received intensive media attention, Shaker Boulevard would be closed through Shaker Square to create additional open space.

Our conversation continues with Tiffany Graham and David Wilson of LAND Studio and Wayne Mortensen of Cleveland Neighborhood Progress. Plus, we discuss clips from speakers at public meetings who feel passionately about what should — and shouldn’t — happen in Shaker Square’s future, including the possibility of closing Shaker Boulevard through the Square.

Episode 5 - The Future (Part 1)

An aerial image of Shaker Square as it exists today. What will the future hold?

What’s the future of Shaker Square? Join planners Tiffany Graham and David Wilson of LAND Studio and Wayne Mortensen of Cleveland Neighborhood Progress as they talk about the process that’s shaping what will happen here in the future — including ideas to make the Square greener and more park-like. Can a place that’s separated both people and neighborhoods now unite them?

Episode 4 - The Present

Donita Anderson of North Union Farmers Market, now in its 24th year on Shaker Square.

On this episode, we move from Shaker Square’s past… to its present. We hear from the Square’s current owner, Peter Rubin of The Coral Company, about why the Square is 100% leased for the first time in 15 years — and about what’s still not working on the Square. Also, Donita Anderson of the ever-popular North Union Farmers Market; Joe Dawson and Brandon Chrostowski of Edwins Restaurant and Leadership Institute; patrons at Dewey’s Coffee Shop; and Cleveland Police Fourth District Commander Brandon Kutz.