Midwest Engineering Associates, Inc. was selected by the City of East Peoria for the design and construction of a pedestrian friendly zone, for community events and gatherings (Farmers Market, art shows, not-for profit fundraisers, etc.), through the shopping center parking lot, connecting the public library, the bike trail, and park located along Farm Creek.

Some of the project highlights included:

- Sustainable, native plantings combined with advanced, water efficient irrigation system with drip irrigation and water-smart spray heads sustains healthy landscaping

- Provided 120 volt and 240 volt to support kiosks for various community events and gatherings

- Tabletop pedestrian crossings with decorative pavement slow vehicles and make pedestrian crossings more visible

- Incorporated charging stations for electric vehicles to promote green transportation

- Created a link to the existing River Trail of Illinois along the top of the levee along Farm Creek

- Created spaces for outdoor dining adjacent to restaurants

- Provided architectural lighting and integrated shopping center sound system to provide ambient music