On September 22, community leaders celebrated the past, present and future of South Kansas City at a time capsule burial ceremony and ribbon cutting for the new parking lot at the Trailside Center. The lot was a former restaurant and blighted parking lot. Construction began in March and was recently completed with 31 total parking spaces, two of which are ADA. There is also bicycle parking with a repair station. KC Parks designed the lot and Mega Industries Corporation was the contractor. Other interesting facts include:
- Earthwork – 350+ cubic yards
- Concrete – 100+ cubic yards
- Asphalt – 13,700 square feet
- Trees planted– 41
- Limestone fence posts installed – 9
In addition to the parking lot opening, a time capsule filled with South KC memorabilia was buried. Plans are for it to be dug up in 2067. More about the Time Capsule Contents>>