 Help Shape the Future of DeRenne – Nov. 2-6
We invite you to join us in helping shape the future of the DeRenne Avenue Corridor by participating in a weeklong design charrette, Nov. 2-6 at 131 W. DeRenne Avenue (inside the old NAPA Auto Parts store). The charrette will facilitate a focused and comprehensive approach to developing a concept for the future of the corridor—a vision driven by citizens with help from experts.
The charrette will include analysis throughout the day with open design studios Tuesday through Friday 8 a.m. – noon and 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. There will be a "pin up" session from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday showing a summary of the day's activities and an overview of concepts being considered. Focus group discussions on specific topics will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Please see the schedule and session descriptions below.
Members of the community and all those interested in the future of the DeRenne corridor are highly encouraged to participate. The multi-day planning workshop will include input from engineers, architects, market analysts, graphic designers, planners, City staff and the public. There will be ample time to meet with the charrette team, whether it is for a few minutes or all day.
A final presentation will be scheduled a few weeks after the charrette. Time and location are to be announced.
By the end of Phase II, the City will have a conceptual design representing an improved DeRenne Avenue with both traffic/roadway improvements and a vision for the corridor's beautification and revitalization.
Design Charrette Schedule:
Monday, November 2
Kick-off Presentation 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday November 3-6
Open Design Studio 8 a.m. – noon, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Pin up Session 6 p.m.– 7 p.m.
Focus Group Schedule:
Tuesday, November 3
Traffic 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
A discussion on the critical factors affecting traffic congestion along DeRenne Avenue and its intersecting streets as well as the range of solutions that will likely be explored during the charrette
Bike & Pedestrian 10:30 a.m. - noon
A discussion on the existing deficiencies along the corridor from a bicycle and pedestrian perspective as well as desires outcomes for the future bike/pedestrian environment
Transit 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
A discussion on the existing transit services in the vicinity as well as any transit service expansion
Neighborhood Encroachment 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
A discussion regarding historic and recent changes resulting from the reuse and/or redevelopment of residential properties to non-residential uses within the vicinity of the study area
Wednesday, November 4
Neighborhood Needs 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
A discussion with local residents on what the neighborhoods could use more or less of in order to maintain or improve their quality of life
Economic Investment 10:30 a.m. – noon
A discussion on incentives for new and/or additional economic investment in the corridor by developers and/or existing property owners
Business Development
- Commercial Property Owners 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
A discussion regarding existing business recruitment and retainage strategies and items that may help promote the corridor as a viable and successful place for business
Urban Design/Placemaking 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
A discussion about the elements that should be included in the DeRenne Avenue corridor design in order to establish the corridor as a “destination” as opposed to a corridor that people pass through or cross
Thursday, November 5
Public Infrastructure 8 a.m – 9:30 a.m.
A discussion on existing and planned infrastructure along the corridor and areas of existing deficiencies that should be considered during the design process
Urban Design Branding 10:30 a.m. – noon
A discussion on developing a unique identity and branding strategy for the DeRenne Avenue corridor rand how to appropriately incorporate that into future public and private design
Catalyst Site Overview 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
A discussion on the proposed plans for the four identified catalyst sites along the DeRenne Avenue corridor
Transportation Solutions 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
A discussion on solutions identified addressing the critical factors contributing to the congestion along the corridor |
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