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Home My WebLink AboutDowntown Master Plan2014 owa City Downtown and Pedestrian Mall Master Plan City council May 3, 2016 The History • 2013 CIP Project — Downtown Maintenance ($850k) • January 2013 Downtown Riverfront Crossing Master Plan • "The City Plaza (Ped Moll) —The Visioning Process revealed that several key stakeholders felt that the pedestrian moll was beginning to look doted. Because of its iconic nature, the City should begin on inclusive community process to determine what, if any, improvements should be mode. The outcome of this process would determine if the moll should be "freshened up," or not." • "The City invested extensively in Downtown streetscope improvements approximately 15 years ago. Now is a good time to those improvements for updating" • City Council Strategic Plan Priorities • 2012-13 — Development of the Downtown and Near Downtown Areas • 2014-15 —A Strong Urban Core • The Iowa City Downtown District (established 2012) The Opportunity • Underground utilities • Poor condition • Needed capacity • Absent infrastructure (telecommunications) • Lighting • Inconsistent styles • Safety concerns • LED (improved energy and maintenance) • Festive / seasonal limitations • Lack of tree diversity and poor planting areas • Small planting areas impact tree health • Significant ash tree presence 4` m Via � L a Toe i 0�,, w a PLAN KEY • APPROPRIATE FOR PRESERVATON •APPROPRIATE IN SOME CIRCUMSTANCES BUT WILL REQUIRE MORE CARE •SHOULD BE REMOVED OR AT MINIMUM, NO FURTHER INVESTMENT OF TIME OR FUNDS 02 2 CQ Vg l__,, F N` . EXISTING CONDITIONS AND SITE ANALYSIS --c�uwvv Boasts an active pedestrian life with an eclectic mix of retail and restaurants • Strong foundation in place with I� mature tree canopy, popular play area, and successful [ ' events vu • Aging infrastructure [ lighting ] • Some components in a state of disrepair [ paving, limestone planter walls, furnishings, kiosks ] • Evaluation of existing tree canopy I QE i a ` ITT .... . r ... .. , .>-. .. ... ................•................................................................................ ... ..... PLAN KEY • APPROPRIATE FOR PRESERVATON •APPROPRIATE IN SOME CIRCUMSTANCES BUT WILL REQUIRE MORE CARE •SHOULD BE REMOVED OR AT MINIMUM, NO FURTHER INVESTMENT OF TIME OR FUNDS 02 2 CQ Vg l__,, F N` . EXISTING CONDITIONS AND SITE ANALYSIS --c�uwvv Boasts an active pedestrian life with an eclectic mix of retail and restaurants • Strong foundation in place with I� mature tree canopy, popular play area, and successful [ ' events vu • Aging infrastructure [ lighting ] • Some components in a state of disrepair [ paving, limestone planter walls, furnishings, kiosks ] • Evaluation of existing tree canopy I QE i a ` ITT The Opportunity • Upgrade accessibility features • ADA curb ramps and entryways / improved drainage at intersections • Uneven brick surfacing in Ped Mall • Clear pedestrian pathways • Modernized signalization equipment at intersections • Improved festival and special opportunities • Electrical upgrades • Small and large performance areas • Transportation • Expand pedestrian realm • Bicycle access and safety • Balance parking for stronger retail and slower speeds • Public art, wayfinding, seating, paving surface and more w VWR.I The Process • Genus Landscape Architects selected from RFP process that attracted 18 firms — Review committee included staff, TCDD, SOTA and UI • 19 member steering and technical committee (12 meetings) • Stakeholder focus groups • Event observations (football game, SOTA festival, concert series) • Three public meetings attracting 425+ participants • Online engagement with over 5,500 site visitors and 38,000 page views PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE NOV. 19. 4013 4OO -?WPM P% EASE )ON THE CITY OF IOW A( TY SHERATON HOTEL AND THE CONSULTANT TEA'.' 1, 1A REVIEW Of MAL PLANNIV�, CC.NCEPIS. 110 B, WBLIME STREET AMOS OEAN BALLROOM SHARE YOUR OPW10.N% n•.':. yrIAPf THE FUTURE Of IX:A •.vA •. InspireDowntownlC MASTER PLAN STUDY AREA THE STUDY AREA COMPRISES SIXTEEN BLOCKS, OR APPROXIMATELY 65 ACRES. 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 ebsting strengths and provides key recommendations that will refresh and unify the downtown core and the Pedestrian Mall - selective editing. STREET -BY -STREET AND PEDESTRIAN MALL ASSESSMENT Design Character and Role Classification Critical Dimensions Street -Specific Design Features STREETSCAPE INVENTORY 1 Street Paving and Traffic Signalization r, Lights + Other Electrical a Wayfinding + Identity Sidewalk Paving Curb Ramps, Crosswalks, Bump -Outs Trees + Tree Well Design Public Artwork Outdoor Dining Benches MAPPING Transportation [ Parking, Transit, Bicycle J National Register Eligible Structures UTILITY ANALYSIS 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, sung, 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 r Implementation • Quick start projects • Playground surfacing • Recycle stations • NSMP building lighting • Tree health evaluation • Multimodal traffic modeling Implementation • 2014 Schematic Design (Completed) • Washington Street • Dubuque Street • Pedestrian Mall • 2015 Final Design • Washington Street (completed) • North Ped Mall (90%+ w/ Lens) • 2016 Construction and Design • Washington Street Construction • Final Design of North Ped Mall (on hold) • 2017 Construction • North Ped Mall Construction • 2018 Final Design • Ped Mall • 2019 Construction • Ped Mall • Other • Dubuque Street • Complete Street projects (Gilbert, Clinton, Madison, Market/Jefferson) • Burlington Intersections (Clinton and Madison) Pedestrian Mall El F11 1, El F11 7 - ArrKk. 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NO FURTHER INVESTMENT OF TIME OR FUNDS ------------ .. 4 �Qo L ri- 4- EXISTING CONDITIONS AND SITE ANALYSIS • Boasts an active pedestrian life with an eclectic mix of retail and restaurants • Strong foundation in place with mature tree canopy, popular play area, and successful events • Aging infrastructure [ lighting J • Some components in a state of disrepair [ paving, limestone planter walls, furnishings, kiosks ] • Evaluation of existing tree canopy O ,T) Q P o Q a �o _-�- I PREFERRED SCHEMATIC DESIGN PLAN Create a series of secondary destinations to further enrich the experience of the Pedestrian Mall. • Entries become more welcoming • Black Hawk Mini Park is reimagined with a feature public art piece • Strengthen the Weather Dance Fountain and performance space • Enhanced opportunities for families and children's play Introduce a multi -layered lighting framework. • New pedestrian lighting • Permanent stage canopy lighting • Illumination of wayfinding kiosks • Fountain lighting • Accent tree lighting • Up -lighting of story walls I 'Freshen Up' and Reinvigorate the Pedestrian Mall. • Updated wayfinding elements celebrate Iowa City's unique history and provide user orientation • New furnishings • Selective surface repair and new brick banding • Repair limestone planter walls • Enhance the tree planting program • Expanded planting areas • Enhanced electrical capacity • Utility upgrades CLINTON STREET ENTRY AND WEST SECTION • Gatev✓ay feature with catenary lighting • Illuminated wayfinding kiosk • Entry room and 'story wall' with uplighting • Expanded bicycle parking • New shade structure with com- munity dining table • Flexible program space The proposed gateway feature with catenary lighting creates a welcoming entry. The entry room is focused on a new, updated wayfinding kiosk and provides user orientation. h/w Yr O 1Y VIlAG Yh�I�'[C i'�,. tlti:. WJhK1 M1i�1'Y (�r'J O I•f..W 14gf a(�� `1 (/,pl(Ip4TYrIWtM YlC4pMrt4f �: Q pw.VS1�ppplP #111wM: MI• a h>YM�IMIrGMwG KIY61CMOa r} IY•Y..OI:In: wn,1. ipJ 6AffW FhCRR 40600J0f CM Q Y[nv ucr PM! Mwn Icrw c44u1.,wraa wu. a4d} I4u; {D swY 01CRKY.fC/AbL�VYn�I ® rilOC}iM IC1YIW IP:NCxrv'J Q10ppIM IfG•hMp ® 4.1Y M/Y MF nCCY9lfiMhG �IOfMIV4�1♦N'� WYOIip/C001CM ® 4�1tlhG94CY Q Y4YF(�( OCA WEATHERDANCE FOUNTAIN AND PERFORMANCE SPACE • Permanent stage canopy and enlarged performance stage becomes a focal point at the heart of the Pedestrian Mall • Reorient seating and planter walls to improve views during shows • Layers of lighting • Wayfinding kiosk • Up -lighting at 'story wall' Friday night concert series appeals to a diverse group of users. Stepped seating has been reconfigured into a more traditional amphitheater -1yout to improve views during the performances. c�p_a t jtea+ dan I - , 'WW k Situated symmetrically on the Dubuque Street corridor, this dynamic feature provides a primary destination for performance and activity within the Pedestrian Mall. The canopy structure provides shelter and shading for an expanded, multipurpose stage below. The canopy offers integrated, adjustable lighting options for various uses, and can accommodate a range of outdoor performances and events. At Linn Street, a gateway feature with catenary lighting creates a welcoming entry and establishes a sense of arrival. .,�1. ,_. .\..l. CHILDREN'S PLAY ZONE AND LINN STREET ENTRY • New trees in expanded planting areas with colorful, low maintenance plantings • New concrete paving with seating and public artwork nodes • BenchMARK gallery • Interactive Eco -LAB with educational exhibits • Gateway feature with catenary lighting • Improve drainage at Bread Garden and west of fixed play • Relocated public art: Dorothy, Ties that Bind, Tickle My Keys Q KICIRUKf 14.n3 Q RWiNLI In\gl Qn t>N erPaIKLG MRw.,u aw'wy Q wDI.CVwI Y.ql Mwfu 0\1! a\ tK11(YI MT NV✓> ly Mi\I.ICw\' IlC{I .-. ONbyD4VMM RwUM M/ CM(MYI IG\�' ® nm\G MIOr.HK, ® wfCK�wGR.DC� !J ww1p M1%/[.Nfi.CW tJ GIDDCI<1A::hCw1 N0.a%M !r \�iQN11 WKtK west rrv*r"o or weal "loori City text (double sided) Ieln'I op. MN panel p• Delle S"Imi City'• • 44 t ta � '_/ ' / ._.—.[ -LED uFheN - Trmlucent �D.E;.. �►� ►�:.•�►. ?� acrylic cabinet VA IT? ��1i; .4.._. 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EXISTING CONDITIONS AND SITE ANALYSIS • Evaluation of existing framework and allocation of space • Wider than average travel lanes [ +16' J • Vaults extend into public ROW with access doors at sidewalk • Existing tree canopy is limited [ 3/9 existing trees coded red ] • Mix of lighting types • Aging streetscape components • Aging utilities View of west side of Dubuque Street near Washington Street. View along east side of Dubuque Street from intersection with Washington Street. aR1(r lK� (- T .�.I OiaGDNYh Ip GM 11 \fy�1.M 1 rcr '.UwiwYI.JWrt9 N...^Y. I T r T O Existing vault access door. EXISTING CONDITIONS AND SITE ANALYSIS • Evaluation of existing framework and allocation of space • Wider than average travel lanes [ +16' J • Vaults extend into public ROW with access doors at sidewalk • Existing tree canopy is limited [ 3/9 existing trees coded red ] • Mix of lighting types • Aging streetscape components • Aging utilities View of west side of Dubuque Street near Washington Street. View along east side of Dubuque Street from intersection with Washington Street. wIn YCYwYrV .es.. n�wuc� YpYY) nu,o �.n uo pvYN"N ..rYYorwY lai Ipplp S 4 r Existing section IOoxing norm. Proposea section looting norm. PROPOSED FRAMEWORK • Redistribute available space- reduce width of travel lanes and expand pedestnan zone • Maximize on -street parking • Some parking spaces to be designated as loading during certain hours • Sidewalk extensions at the intersections c - ELECTRIC J r4 trSTORNIJ J ELE^,.TRY FI FCTRr SANITARY SEWER ------------ 10' WATER MAIN J ELECTRIC ELECTRIC FIBER OPTIC 1 1 ELECTRIC - Q 18' STORM , t0 ELECTRIC 10' WATER MAIN ELECTRIC — ELECTRIC - ELECTRIC - SANITARY SEWER FIBER OPTIC 1 V NATER VAN SVMMAtT s� �ur'•au is 1 AIM CO+NKIANI. 14 $PAU$ A LOAO1 C,&USLIC Morro '+CIW A LOCATIONS II RACKS. 7I$I[R fr'LLP'I ) MO] IW'MR)UAI NAI) M4 11 KarTACLB 6 4lri M PREFERRED SCHEMATIC DESIGN PLAN • Expand the pedestrian realm and extend the character of the Pedestrian Mall to the north [additional 10' allocated to the pedestrian zone] • Catenary lighting creates a unique night-time environment and memorable entrance to the downtown core • New pedestrian and roadway lighting • Colorful hanging baskets • Custom light pole bases • New street trees with low maintenance shrub and groundcover planting areas • Expanded planting and seating area at Prairie Lights • Increased bicycle parking • Enhanced paving at the crosswalks and intersection sidewalk extensions Wk, wi Z 00 As 77—.. qm rZ AL 86UP r Ii la �r i r 3 Dubuque Cost Opinion • December 2014 (Schematic Design) • Sitework/Removals • Utilities/Lighting • Paving • Site Amenities • Landscaping • Tota I = $685,000 $932,000 $266,000 $ 57,000 $103,000 $2,043,000 * Previous CIP budget was $2.5 million to account for inflation and contingencies Burlington /Clinton Intersection • 2013 Schematic Design (Completed) • 2014-2016 • School of Music Construction • Art Museum Planning • 2016 Final Design • 2017 Construction Note: Schedule may vary based on development and complete street strategy c ado `1 1 CL I Nf#N STREET f It' 1NIU LAW .� 11 LEFT-TLOW LUE a =~ y 17' IMPU LUC „• • yltyi (! -� V ZOIC LM[ Burlington /Clinton Intersection Cost Opinion • Total • Outside Funding $1,138,000 • Traffic Safety Improvement Program $500,000 Burlington /Madison Intersection • 2017 Final Design • 2018 Construction Note: Schedule may vary based on development and complete street strategy Burlington /Madison 5 I � w.er twwr 1 � Eliminates Ieft turns here Median deten mid -block ped crossing. I J yf r I I'.. „ wd hike � , S Lnir I l li t � S o i i 111 11 'nun Dedicated left tum lanes i• Burlington /Madison Intersection Cost Opinion • Total • Outside Funding $2,300,000 • Surface Transportation Program $1,511,000 • Traffic Safety Improvement Program $500,000 Summary of Planned Construction • 2017: North Ped Mall and Burlington / Clinton Intersection • 2018: Burlington and Madison Intersection • 2019: Balance of Pedestrian Mall • Annual Complete Street funds for potential use on Clinton, Madison, Gilbert and Market /Jefferson • Dubuque Street removed from 5 year CIP. Staff aims to reintroduce it in FY 2018 budget process this upcoming winter City Council Direction • Significant deferred maintenance, particularly on the Pedestrian Mall • Return to a maintenance approach (patch brickwork, fix planter walls, paint/replace light poles, maintain public art, remove kiosks, etc.) • Push forward with master plan goal of selective editing, while aiming to improve utilities, lighting, public art, performance space, accessibility, tree health, etc. • Redesign north Ped Mall with or without signature public art • Aim to stay on track with 2017-18 project that leaves opportunity for smaller or existing public art work(s) in BHMP • Start back at 30% design level and again seek artist or art work to design the space around with a goal of a 2018 project • Go through a comprehensive redesign process without a signature art work with a goal of a 2018 project • Perform minimal maintenance in 2017 and aim for a single larger project in 2018 or 2019 (design in 2017) • Realign Master Plan priorities • Staff focus on Pedestrian Mall, complete street projects, and Dubuque Street in next 5 years. Council can direct new priorities and ordering of projects if desired. • As new elements are introduced on Washington Street, more like replacements will be pursued throughout the district (benches, recycling stations, lighting, kiosks etc.) • Staff working with ICDD to introduce new holiday lighting on reconstructed Washington Street QUESTIONS + ANSWERS = - f � �