DEVELOPING THE VISION
FOR CLINTON’S 21ST CENTURY.
CLINTON, TENNESSEE.
It goes without saying that great waterfronts, especially those found in urban areas, are defined by their public spaces along the water’s edge. For Clinton, several of the basic elements are already present for a comprehensive waterfront recreation and open space. Construction of a pedestrian bridge, where an existing highway once crossed the river, combined with a new riverwalk will provide important connections to the recreation areas at the proposed Carden Farm site, on the east bank of the Clinch River, and the existing Lakefront Park located on the west bank.

These elements will add significant value to Clinton’s downtown waterfront by providing increased public amenities and access to the water’s edge, creating new areas for residents and visitors to circulate and congregate, and become a unifying link to the various waterfront functional areas. Furthermore, these recreation and open space areas can be linked back to the downtown area as well as to other area trails and parks.

PURPOSE & GOALS
In December of 2004, the Mayor appointed a Commission on Clinton’s 21st Century. Their purpose and goals are for improving the attractiveness of the City and the quality of life within the community with an emphasis on the scenic potential of the riverfront and recreational opportunities.

1. Serve as a tool to attract private investment and development to Clinton.
2. Take advantage of undeveloped waterfront along both sides of the Clinch River.
3. Improve the aesthetic quality of downtown sidewalks, lighting and landscaping.
4. Create stronger, visual entrances.
5. Develop pedestrian connections to the historic district, downtown public buildings and the riverfront.
6. Develop more greenways & walking trails.
7. Create cultural attractions that recognize and preserve Clinton’s historical significance.

PUBLIC PROJECTS TO BE IMPLEMENTED

• A Cultural Center located in the old Green McAdoo School
• A Riverwalk on the west bank of the Clinch River
• A new Park and Recreation Complex on the Carden Farm 17-acre site across the river
• A new Pedestrian Bridge over the Clinch River to the Carden Farm site
• Renovation of Lakefront Park
• A new Amphitheater/Public Plaza at the Town Springs site
• Recreation Trails and Greenway connectors throughout