The Lincoln Neighborhood Corridor Plan. The LiNC

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1 October 1, 2014 Planning Commission Study Session The Lincoln Neighborhood Corridor Plan The LiNC

2 Purpose of Tonight s Meeting Introduction to The LiNC Review of Existing Conditions and Community Identified Issues Planning Scope and Timeline Commissioner Feedback

Streets A Community Resource Streets are for

and recreation They are well designed and

3 Streets A Community Resource Streets are for more than moving cars They provide networks for moving pedestrians, vehicles, bikes and transit They provide open space for gathering and recreation They are well designed and green to provide a quality environment for everyone

4 LUCE Vision ENHANCEMENT Streetscape enhancements Improved pedestrian environment Local-serving uses Better traffic and transit flow Façade improvements

5 Project Boundaries PNA FOSP Lincoln Blvd. OPA

6 Existing Conditions

8 Existing Conditions STREET CHARACTERISTICS 76 Street 2 Travel lanes in each direction Center Turn Lane Parking on both sides 12 sidewalks Auto lighting only 12 feet 76 Feet 12 feet The street is wide and designed for the sole purpose of accommodating lots of vehicles

9 Existing Conditions BUILDING CHARACTERISTICS Mostly 1- and 2-story, some larger Older in nature Variety in lot depths and limited alley access limits redevelopment

10 Existing Conditions LAND USES Lots of small businesses Very few vacancies! Eclectic mix of old and new High % of auto-oriented: used cars, tire sales, repair Some retail/restaurant and neighborhood-serving

11 Existing Conditions 2012 RELINQUISHMENT Caltrans relinquished street to City control/operation 3 year process Planning effort identified to improve the boulevard

12 Streetscape and the Pedestrian Experience

13 Facades and Public Realm Issues: A DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH? Steel fencing, barbed wire and blank or non-transparent facades General lack of investment in storefronts and landscaping Code violations signage, windows

14 Barriers to Access 1200 Feet Limited Crossings Curb Ramps and driveways not ADA Compliant Signage and street furniture limits access

15 Landscaping and Trees LANDSCAPING/TREES Lots of mature trees Limited canopy (vase shaped) Wide spacing Some trees missing or in poor health Lack of care in parkways Weeds

16 Pedestrian Comfort and Safety PEDESTRIAN AMENITIES Wide sidewalks, but dirty and unkempt Trash and litter, few trash cans (only at bus stops) Street furniture and installations showing age No pedestrian lighting General feel of neglect

17 Street Life OPPORTUNITY FOR ENHANCEMENT Lots of community members use Lincoln Low Crime Stats Crime Homeless Issues Fire/Medical Frequent trash service Few Traffic Violations Limited evening uses

18 Visual Interest and Culture VISUAL AMENTIES Improving due to grassroots movement New investment cleaning up shopfronts Sporadic, needs coordinated approach

19 Traffic and Infrastructure

20 Congestion HIGH VOLUME 40,000+ Daily Vehicles Peak N/B: 7:30-9AM Peak S/B: 1-8PM

21 Transit Services RIDERSHIP Lincoln served by BBB#3 and R3 Congestion limits bus movements for much of the day Off-Peak Peak Commute BBB seeks ways to shorten travel times to increase ridership N/B

connectivity Cluttered gateway into Downtown Santa

22 Freeway Off-Ramps and Bridge NO MANS LAND Confusing for pedestrians and a barrier to north/south connectivity Cluttered gateway into Downtown Santa Monica Infrastructure and lack of landscaping creates a hard edge

23 Land Uses and the Business Community

24 Land Uses that Serve Daily Needs MORE NEIGHOBORHOOD SERVING USES? New destinations desired by community: Restaurants Cafes and coffee shops General retail Grocery Entertainment, etc.

25 The Business Community ADDRESSING CORRIDOR AS A COMMUNITY Many businesses have nothing in common, save for Lincoln Blvd. Lack of pride in public realm, landscaping, pedestrian experience Limited coordination for events and marketing No voice for advocacy or improvements

26 The Lincoln Neighborhood Corridor Plan

27 Project Team

28 Project Team + The Studio of Tad Savinar

29 City Team Planning Public Works Big Blue Bus Economic Development Community and Cultural Services * Includes input from Police, Fire and Maintenance

30 Go from Good to Great! Project Goals Improve streetscape conditions for pedestrians, vehicles, transit and other users Retain existing businesses, and attract new ones that serve the local community. Assist with formation of merchant association or Business Improvement District Resolve parking issues and address retail demand Enhance transit ridership Beautify Lincoln Boulevard

lighting Intersection & Travel Lane Modifications

31 DETAILED STREETSCAPE DESIGN Crosswalks and Signals ADA Accessibility Sustainable landscaping/ pedestrian lighting Intersection & Travel Lane Modifications Elimination of curb cuts and driveways Sidewalk Enhancements Project Scope

Adaptive reuse standards and guidelines Improved

32 Project Scope BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT TOOLKIT Short-Term common sense approaches Long-Term Management (BID) Adaptive reuse standards and guidelines Improved Facades Event Programming Incentives to attract desired uses

Murals Creative Signage Banners History-based

33 Project Scope BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM Paint and Planters Branding Opportunities Public Art and Murals Creative Signage Banners History-based Expressions Community-led and grass roots opportunities

parking Modifications to parking requirements to incentivize

34 Project Scope PARKING AND TDM Parking Inventory Study Smart meter data Ground effort Opportunities for employee shared parking Modifications to parking requirements to incentivize desired uses Trip reduction strategies and implementation measures

wayfinding Mobility Hubs at transit crossroads Project

35 TRANSIT NETWORK ENHANCEMENTS Improve ridership, speed Improve visibility and use of bus stops Enhanced wayfinding Mobility Hubs at transit crossroads Project Scope Potential for dedicated bus lanes In coordination with City of LA

Media Demonstration Projects and Pop-up Events Mindmixer

36 Project Scope PUBLIC OUTREACH Workshops Stakeholder Interviews Letters to Property Owners Focus Groups Social Media Demonstration Projects and Pop-up Events Mindmixer Public Participation Tools Collaboration with Lincoln Boulevard Taskforce

37 Project Timeline Initiation and Concepts Refinement Assessment Development and Selection 4 Plan Preparation and Adoption Fall/Winter 2014/5 Winter/Spring 2015 Summer/Fall 2015 Winter/Spring 2016

38 Visit us at Project updates Social media links Notifications Also at:

Draft Bergamot Area Plan

ATTACHMENT 1 Draft Bergamot Area Plan Taskforce on the Environment April 15, 2013 www.bergamotplan.net 1 Overview WHAT IS THE BERGAMOT AREA PLAN? A Community-Based Planning Document Guiding the Future