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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDowntown Streetscape.pptIOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION March 4, 2014 1Ji__.•YYII`A• t ,F 1 ` IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER 1. OVERVIEW + PROCESS :* Bloomington St. 2. SITE ASSESSMENT © I 3. GOALS Market St. 4. PLAN HIGHLIGHTS Jefferson St. 5. IMPLEMENTATION. I Iowa Ave. Washington St. College St. w Burlington SL m� N N N N C a, C L a J C Q or J IOWA CITY. DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE rururulu .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ............................................................ Rmm C3YER1/IEW + PRC3�E�S MANAHAN rururu prprpr �J IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE r i GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER MASTER PLAN STUDY AREA THE STUDY AREA COMPRISES SIXTEEN BLOCKS, OR APPROXIMATELY 65 ACRES. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE The Plan ... aims to define a framework for streetscape improvements and an enriched pedestrian realm that supports and accommodates the evolving social, cultural, and commercial needs of the community. ... builds on existing strengths and provides key recommendations that will refresh and unify the downtown core and the Pedestrian Mall- selective editing. GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I (CL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER TIMELINE STAKEHOLDER INPUT Steering + Technical Committee 19 members. 12 meetings Identify goals and objectives, provide insight on infrastructure concerns, review proposed planning concepts IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE Event Monitoring Bicycle Community Meetings Sustainability Workshop GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I (CL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER TOTAL TRAFFIC Visitors s=Z 5,554 Page Views Q 38,203 YOUR AVERAGE PARTICIPANT IS... Female rWi 43 Years Old Living in these Postal Codes: 52240, 52245, 52246 This is for There's More to Market Street esults Which two improvements do you think are MOST important for Market? Designated bike lanes 29 votes Inviting arches and lighting crossing the street Bump outs at 27 votes the intersections Accent plantings and benches 22 votes Bury power lines 18 votes Conversion to two way traffic 8 votes Provide parallel parking along both side 7 votes Wayfinding element at Market and Dubuque 3 votes 114 10 EVENT MONITORING FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT. JULY 26, 2014 ARTS FESTIVAL • Power is an ongoing problem: power shortages and running cords are problematic. • Many of the existing power receptacles in tree wells are damaged. Unpleasant exhaust and noise from temporary generators. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT Alleys received heavy pedestrian use. Seating was near capacity. Pedestrian conflicts between seating area and stage. Absence of pre- concert support activities. HOME FOOTBALL GAME Inadequate light levels. Trash and maintenance services inadequate. GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER IOWA CITY. DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE rim, AQ .f //r _ — Vie._ ■ a� f;1 mkw- IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER Washington Street looking west • �ouo-wsa•en +o• ••o•e vmse � . v WIXWpvY CHARACTERISTICS Classification Commercial ROW 100' Ave. Dim. Bldg to Bldg 95' Skeet Paving Concrete Sidewalk Pavng Concrete, Exposed Mature canopy at east Aggregate Sidewalk Dimension 8' -6" to 27.5' Concrete Artwork walks w/ 3' wide exposed aggregate Tree Well Design accent bands Other Unit pavers at crosswalks mulch ring, 4'x4' pit with at Cfnton and Washington Range of paving types DESIGN FEATURES PopNarSlCBwalkPo(eSenMen WaShingfon 9lreSt Tree Type Ginkgo, Ash, Linden, Lighting Maple, Red Oak Dominant Tree Type Ash, Maple at east end Benches Mature canopy at east Outdoor Dining end Artwork Gaps Bicycle Tree Well Design Raised planters, circular Other mulch ring, 4'x4' pit with Neenah grate, lawn parkway at Gilbert to Linn Single Globe and Shoe box (20' -24') Yes Yes and Caf6 at Planter Tickle My Keys Yes Restored facades MANY STRENGTHS ... A STRONG STARTING POINT FOR THE PROJECT • Vibrant pedestrian realm • Eclectic mix of retail and restaurants • Memorable public art • Nationally recognized events • Landmark destinations F ILA _T CI I f ,N f I IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER �� o� �, �,- ENHANCEMENTS ARE NEEDED AT THE PUBLIC REALM • Existing play surface needs to be replaced • Basic streetscape amenities are lacking along many streets • Uneven surfacing throughout Pedestrian Mall W'i� �, l i,14i���i 6 � - �I�II, i''Ilim5i � , r 4 �I Ajw apt. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE MW2� 06 1 To GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS i studioINSITE i CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM i MMS CONSULTANTS i KCL ENGINEERING i ARTHOUSE DESIGN i MINDMIXER THE EXISTING DOWNTOWN LIGHTING IDENTITY IS LIMITED • Range of inconsistent design styles • Inadequate illumination at certain locations • Inefficient light fixtures I many reaching end of serviceable life M 'o. i�" z AAA IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER STRONG WAYFINDING FRAMEWORK IS GENERALLY LACKING • Existing kiosks feel oversized • No longer meeting intended purposes • Many are in a state of disrepair I1 114 ARE R o •., y W _ 1ry Ik_.9 1kc u1F i�� ton 1. 1 i IL a, Aim I ^I f[ r. v 4A IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I (CL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER TREE HEALTH • Many of the existing trees are of questionable health • Thinning and pruning requirements I Urban arborist study recommended • Ash Tree Blight - plan for the future! ArA s IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER EVENT INFRASTRUCTURE • The Iowa Arts Festival I Iowa City Jazz Festival I All Kinds of Soul Festival • Downtown Events host over 100,000 people - local, statewide and beyond • Current infrastructure is inadequate for power supply + is safety concern Fw .F IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I (CL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER UTILITY ANALYSIS IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE SANITARY SEWER Some low velocity, line breaks WATER SERVICE Line replacements recommended due to age, condition, capacity, and to accommodate proposed development STORM SEWER Areas of concern include capacity issues, access, routes, breaks, ineffective surface drainage, sizing, limited documentation ELECTRICAL Additional electrical capacity needed for special events and vendors NATURAL GAS Replace gas lines with projects FIBER OPTIC / IT/ COMMUNICATIONS Existing conduit reaching the end of its service life, fiber optic limited GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER MASTER PLAN GOALS IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE u �C GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER 6) DEVELOP A MULTI - LAYERED, FLEXIBLE LIGHTING FRAMEWORK 7) ENHANCE THE WAYFI NDI NG NETWORK IOWA CITY. DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE r I • ._.� :mow IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER PLAN HIGHLIGHTS I Way- finding + Identity A.,., 61,VI 017LI SIM • Family of way- finding elements makes the environment legible and enhances users' experiences • Beacons of light and information during the night hours • Altered for specific locations and messages IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER PLAN HIGHLIGHTS I Transportation Enhancements • Pedestrian Enhancements - crosswalks and intersections throughout • Traffic Modeling Required to further evaluate options • Clinton Street - Two Northbound travel lanes, one southbound travel lane. • Market Street - Convert to Two -Way Traffic. • Gilbert Street - Reduce travel lanes to one in each direction plus center turn lane. • Burlington Street - Enhanced center turn -lane paving. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER I 0 Potential Enhanced Bicycle Parking 1 ■ ■ ■ 1 Potential Bicycle Lanes ream oraommlWbke kmxs mml be cwnr fd wMg 0 HprgC SIW' yba5C1 q Wft (oHCms W d Ve COIIldws. � Existing Bicycle Lane � Existing Shared Lane 1111111111111111■ • • • • • h tl N Y 3 a u � u END° Bloomington SL- f1 EO.; oowaEda'�"•�F FF IOWR CIW ,•, t. W A S H I N G T O N STREET I Proposed Improvements ,, IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE Transportation Enhancements Enhanced bicycle parking at end of block, mid -block at transformer, and throughout block in sidewalk amenity zone Loading zones are to remain, but the northern zone will be reduced in width Lighting New pedestrian roadway lighting (North & South) Extensive storefront lighting Wayfinding and Identify Gateway element at Washington and Dubuque Utility Replace the two water main lines along Washington Replace the storm sewer line along Washington west of Gilbert to Linn GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER D U B U Q U E S T R E E T I Proposed Improvements QV (OW, - ■ : A& ML _AL_ -,ML—`AL_ IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE Transportation Enhancements Traffic patterns remain the some Enhanced bike parking mid -block on either side of alley Lighting Monument pedestrian /roadway lights with pendants, overhead Tivoli strings and municipal seal Electric power outlets in monuments Sustainable Enhancements Infill street trees where feasible Wayfinding and Identify Gateway Elements at Iowa and Washington Utility Spot repair of storm sewer is recommended at three locations of No change in parking GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER C L I N T O N S T R E E T I Proposed Improvements Transportation Enhancements Two Northbound travel lanes, one southbound travel lane On street parallel parking on both sides of street Net gain of 8 parking 5' Designated bike lanes, both ways Enhanced bicycle parking Relocate bus queuing to Washington Pedestrian refuge median at crosswalks + enhanced intersection and crosswalk treatment Pavers in sidewalk amenity zone Lighting Monument lights with banners IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER • Selective editing process to build on positive characteristics. • Address deferred maintenance or outdated elements. • Create secondary destinations that expand opportunities for all age groups. WEATHER DANCE FOUNTAIN / PERFORMANCE NORTH ENTRY / BLACKHAWK MINI PARK CAFE / SOUND GARDEN PLAYGROUND ZONE - J:JJJ LINN STREET ENTRY BLACKHAWK MINI PARK I Proposed Improvements f■, ,. R.I• K _ �1 , • Create a prominent, welcoming and flexible public space that builds off of BHMP's history and looks to future... • Establish a threshold to the Ped Mall that is memorable and thoughtfully designed to become an iconic destination for residents and visitors. IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I (CL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER IOWA CITY. DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE • IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER PRIORITIZATION OF PROJECTS PROJECT / STREET , PROJECT / STREET I PROJECT / STREET • Existing Conditions • Opportunities for Improved Functionality • Public Input IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN UPDATE GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS I studioINSITE I CONSERVATION DESIGN FORUM I MMS CONSULTANTS I KCL ENGINEERING I ARTHOUSE DESIGN I MINDMIXER CALENDAR YEAR 2014 - QUICK START PROJECTS 1. Ped Mall Playground Resurfacing 2. Sheltered Bike Parking Pilot w/ PV 3. Large Format Banner /Art on Building at Burlington Street 4. Lighting Mock -up in Ped Mall 5. Planting Rail Mock -up in Ped Mall 6. Purchase and Install Recycling Containers in Ped Mall 7. Infill Trees on College Street and Burlington Street 8. Lighting at N.Linn and Market Street I match ICDD funding 1 9. Sidewalk Repair 10. Iowa Avenue Tree Grates [ and other streets as needed I 11. Misc. Repair [ trash receptacles, bench. etc.1 12. Misc. Painting 13. LED Conversions of Select Existing Lights 14. Linn Street Benches 15. North Linn and Bloomington Painted Crosswalk 16. Design of Ramp Facade Improvements on Burlington 17. Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Pilot STUDIES 1. Urban Arborist to Evaluate Plantings in Ped Mall, Washington + Clinton 2. Traffic Modeling for Downtown Iowa City 3. Survey 1 Washington Street I Ped Mall I Dubuque Street I DESIGN + ENGINEERING PROJECTS 1. Pedestrian Mall - Schematic Design thru Construction Documents 2. Washington Street - Schematic Design I Clinton to Linn ] 4. Dubuque Street- Schematic Design 0— PHjI[Y GR�ENS 00 HILLY {ROWS GREEN r ^mot i ti 2015 and BEYOND • Ped Mall and Black Hawk Mini Park Rehabilitation • Lighting, electrical, paving, urban plantings • Design in 2014 - Public Art Piece - Permanent Stage • Construction in 2015 [ potential phasing in future years ] - Budgetary Considerations - Impact on Business Community - Inclusion of Alternates Unknown • Dubuque Street • Potential Alignment with Gateway Project [ 2016 ] • Washington Street • Most Disruptive Project [ Full Pavement Removal ] • Potential Alignment with Jefferson Building Rehabilitation [ 2017 -20) • Water Main Risk MOVING FORWARD • Goal: Keep positive momentum and engagement with the public • Complete quickstarts and generate excitement and support • Complete design work in 2014 for the Pedestrian Mall and Black Hawk Mini Park • Final decision on implementation of major projects will be presented after cost estimates are refined and other priorities are able to be considered PATM - 1 I rB FEW .. ,.: J?I � � QUESTIONS + ANSWERS.ly.,, ✓ _r I%zP e . - I i .11 1, vlv Z •'.t' i' 7 -/ .� y.., The measure of any great civilization is in its cities, and the measure of a city greatness is to be found in the quality of its public spaces, its parks and squares. - John Ruskin