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Carlos Ramirez-Rosa (35th), who represents the area where the plaza will be built. The city used feedback and suggestions from local residents and community groups like Logan Square Neighborhood Association to create the design, said Ald. The plaza is meant to celebrate Latin American heritage with Mexican, Puerto Rican and Peruvian-inspired tile detailing. Credit: City of Chicago A rendering of the plaza’s “entertainment lounge” and some of the materials and textures the city plans to incorporate. The broader traffic circle overhaul project has been in the works for several years, and is being funded through federal and local dollars, including tax-increment financing. Shown in new drawings, the plaza will include four spaces: a family lounge area with seating and green space, an entry lounge with pedestrian crossing and a “meet up spot,” a plazita and activity hub, and an entertainment lounge outfitted with a stage. So instead of driving up to those businesses, residents will walk through the plaza to get to them. The portion of Kedzie Avenue that includes El Cid and Same Day Cafe will be incorporated into the plaza. To make room for the plaza, the city will reroute Kedzie Avenue at the station through what is currently the bus turnaround. “La Placita” will comprise gathering spots and green space in the area surrounding the Logan Square Blue Line station. LOGAN SQUARE - After months of collecting feedback from community leaders, the city has unveiled designs for the plaza that will be part of the Logan Square circle redesign.