5 INDIANAPOLIS REGIONAL CENTER PLAN 2020 PLANNING DOWNTOWN�fS FUTURE TODAY INTRODUCTION 4.  LEARNING DOWNTOWN SUMMARY The Learning Downtown Committee focused on K-12 education, research and higher education and lifelong learning. Priorities Summary Topics emphasized in the Learning Downtown section include: Place a high priority on K-12 education, viewing it as the platform upon which other educational pursuits are based.  The quality of K-12 educational opportunities is critical to attracting and retaining talented families and individuals.   Increase the opportunities to participate in leading edge research and to attend top tier higher education institutions related directly to the BioCrossroads- Central Indiana Life Science Network and continued biomedical- based economic development. Provide opportunities for lifelong learning, particularly in the form of arts and cultural facilities and programs, enhancing not only the educational opportunities available in the community, but the quality of life. The Key Learning Community is one of Downtown's many public, private, higher education and lifelong learning opportunities Encourage new initiatives related to technology, life sciences, advanced manufacturing and informatics.  These initiatives are critical elements of our long- term economic policy.  Enhance the federal, state and local government role in supporting new initiatives, focusing on education, attracting employment in the life sciences and identifying and remediating impediments to site preparation.  The Regional Center should be promoted as a unique proving ground for public-private partnerships and corporate and institutional collaboration that produces results. Develop an environment that provides opportunity for new investment and the creation of jobs.  Improve the information technology infrastructure for emerging and existing businesses.  Improve pedestrian movement and the overall pedestrian experience. 5.  MOVING AROUND DOWNTOWN SUMMARY The Moving Around Downtown Committee focused on transportation, infrastructure and public safety. Priorities Summary Topics emphasized in the Moving Around Downtown section include: Improve circulation and access by promoting projects such as the existing Downtown circulator bus, the proposed transit center and long-range rapid transit needs.  Evaluate transportation needs and connect each individual transportation mode into an integrated multimodal system. Maintain and improve all infrastructure systems to meet the ever-growing demands while minimizing environmental impact.   Pursue advancements relating to new technology products and services. Continue to ensure the safety of people within the Regional Center.  Look for additional ways to make Downtown safe and secure for visitors, residents and workers. The Clarian People Mover is Downtown's newest transportation investment New Central Library renovation and addition White River State Park pedestrian bridge at Old Washington Street