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The Centennial Greenway has developed through a comprehensive three phase process; Analysis, Conceptual Planning and the The project began in late 2004 with an analysis of opportunities and benefits, and a physical analysis of existing conditions in the study area. Specific land uses were examined, with a focus on places to be linked by the Centennial Greenway and included; public open spaces, cultural facilities, schools, and retail and entertainment centers. Other undeveloped lands were also identified as potential corridors, or areas that could contribute to the open space of the Centennial Greenway as parks or The Conceptual Plan determined the potential and preferred alignment for the Centennial Greenway. Alternatives were identified based upon field study, the analysis process and input from the community during a series of public forums conducted in various locations throughout the study area. The options were further examined with the input of the project Technical and Citizen Advisory Committees. Throughout the process, discussions were conducted with landowners and stakeholders to natural areas, as well as contribute to the ecological improvement of rivers, streams and wildlife corridors. The final alignment was again tested with the Advisory Committees and with the citizens of the St. Louis Metropolitan area at a public forum held at the Clayton Community Center in December of 2005. In all the planning The process benefited from the guidance and input from a Citizens Advisory Committee, comprised of interested people from each of the communities in the study area, and a Technical Advisory Committee comprised of parks and planning staff leaders from each community, and representatives from interested stakeholders, including Washington University, Ameren Corporation, the City of St. identify potential obstacles and issues. process included nine public forums Louis Water Division and Metro. Final Greenway Plan.