With the unveiling of nine new design proposals for the redevelopment of the World Trade Center site by seven architectural firms, the Lower Manhattan Development Corporation announced plans for a public outreach effort. "Plans in Progress" featured elaborate and passionate presentations by representatives of the architects, designers, and artists who came up with highly imaginative ideas for rebuilding downtown. Visitors are now coming to the Winter Garden by the thousands to view the models, which have been placed behind the windows of empty storefronts.

Media from all over the world covered the December 18th meeting, which was attended by downtown residents, politicians, businessmen, victims' families, and officials. The models and multimedia presentations will be on display at the World Financial Center.