Public Meeting on Medical District/TJC Area Development Plan

TYLER — The City of Tyler will hold a public meeting today to present the preliminary outcomes of the Medical District and Tyler Junior College Area Development Plan. The meeting’s set this afternoon at 5:30 at TJC’s White Administration Building Board Room, 1327 South Baxter. Meeting participants will have the opportunity to hear conclusions on the Area Development Plan including the planning team’s findings and recommendations.

The City of Tyler initiated the Medical District and Tyler Junior College Area Development Plan study in January, 2011, to build upon recommendations set forth in the Tyler 21 Comprehensive Plan. According to city officials, the purpose of the plan is to further develop East Texas Medical Center, Trinity Mother Frances Hospitals, Tyler Junior College, neighborhoods, and surrounding areas as a vibrant district. Officials say today’s gathering will include plans for long term growth, pedestrian friendly corridors, and ideas to enhance the Medical District and Tyler Junior College area.