A dynamic bridge will link the Superdome to the great park, unifying major elements of the area into one grand destination.

Archaic city government facilities and civil courts will move into state-of-the-art facilities and a new court building. These new facilities will be able to protect and preserve legal records dating back to 1756. By refurbishing and occupying buildings that were underutilized before Katrina, the city and parish would be able to "right size" and modernize operations ata low cost. Plans are for the old buildings, along with the shopping center, to be razed to make room for the park and National Jazz Center building.

Transportation infrastructure improvements in the advanced planning stages could be modified to accommodate this world-class destination. A loop bus and streetcar linking the Hyatt Jazz District to surrounding business is part ofthe plan.

Prior to Katrina, the largest office complex in Louisiana surrounded the Hyatt-Superdome District site. Many of its inhabitants have been exploringways to downsize or leave the city entirely. By creating a world-classdestination at their doorway, firms will be enticed to stay, and otherbusinesses will be drawn to the area.

Hyatt District Rebirth Advisory Board

Before Katrina had dissipated over the United States, Laurence Geller and his leadership team were assessing the damage to the Hyatt Regency New Orleans and formulating plans to rebuild.