Columbia plan would upgrade Merriweather, add public square

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With renovated restrooms and concessions, Merriweather Post Pavilion would be expanded into the cultural center of a redeveloped downtown Columbia.

Nearby, what is now parking space near the mall?s food court entrance would be transformed into a public square surrounded by retail stores and extending to Lake Kittamaqundi with a pedestrian- and eco-friendly design.

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