I lived across the street for 9 years about 5 years ago and never saw any kind of “shady activity”. There could be some bums once in a while sitting on one of the benches but being in front of a church and with a lot of people doing exercise and walking with their kids and walking the dogs, it’s a very safe and family friendly plaza! Some personal trainers bring their people here too. There is a playground for kids and some grass to play or just lay a bit in the sun, have a picnic or just sit at one of the benches in the shade!