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nature exploration enhances early learning.”


The Smith Memorial Play-


ground, founded in 1899 by Richard and Sara Smith,


provides opportunities for unstructured play to chil- dren 10 and younger. “Rich- ard and Sarah envisioned a place that was green…It was always about connect- ing kids to nature,” Wise


said, explaining the orga- nization didn’t always go beyond its primary mission. “This opportunity gives us the chance to be more proac- tive in getting parents and children engaged in talking


Trolley Car Portal project sails through zoning T continued on page 4


he Philadelphia Zoning Board of Adjustments (ZBA)


unanimously approved zoning variances for the trolley plaza and Trolley Car Diner at 3940 Baltimore Ave, Wednesday, March 29th


.


Initially, the project received an automatic denial because the location is zoned for single housing. But as attor- ney Brett Feldman argued, “City planning has recom- mended the rezoning of this as ICMX, which would be an as of right use.” The project garnered the support of the Philadelphia Art Commission, SEPTA, the Philadelphia City Plan- ning Commission (PCPC), State Rep Roebuck, State Sen. Hughes, Council-


A rendering of the 2-story Trolley Car Station planned for the 40th Street Trolley Portal. (Renderings by Group G Architects, Andropogon Associates)


woman Blackwell, Cedar Park Neighbors, Spruce Hill Community Association, Garden Court Community Association, and the Wood- land Terrace Homeowners Association, with a proviso on the diner’s lighting and hours of operation. The University City Dis-


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trict (UCD) will manage the plaza, with its outdoor seating and landscaping. Ken Weinstein owner of the Trolley Car Diners in Mt. Airy will manage the two- story diner. Planners expect the diner to open in the fall of 2017.


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