Broken Arrow Comprehensive Plan Update Public Workshop Meeting #3 January 23, September 25,2018 2018 26 April 2016
AGENDA 1. Status Presentation - Charrette Recap - Proposed Vision Framework - Preliminary Plan Concepts - Next Steps 2. Open House Stations 3. Closing Remarks 26 April 2016 2
PLAN BACKGROUND A Comprehensive Plan Identifies where and how a community wants to grow; Serves as a policy document to guide changes to municipal regulatory tools; Is used to inform future development decisions; Reflects stakeholder s vision for the future of the community. 26 April 2016 3
CHARRETTE RECAP 26 April 2016 4
CHARRETTE RECAP WHAT WE HEARD Land Use and Development Want to keep Land Use Intensity System (LUIS) with refinements Interest in districts/nodal development Consider updates to fenceline area Mobility Continued concern about congestion Interest in more walkable areas throughout city Access improvements needed in growing areas Good baseline with INCOG GO Plan for bicycle/pedestrian recommendations Interest in improving appearance of key street corridors Utilities Concern about inadequate infrastructure in Wagoner County Concern about continued maintenance of floodplain areas 26 April 2016 5
CHARRETTE RECAP WHAT WE HEARD Housing Choices Lack of high-end housing Lack of diverse housing choices Concern about quality of some recent residential growth (too much emphasis on starter homes) Interest in opportunities for aging in place Economic Vitality Interest in investment and growth along Creek Turnpike corridor Strong competitive position for economic growth, but competition in region is growing Parks, Recreation & Open Space Strong park system, but with aging facilities and amenities Parks/open space not always provided with new residential developments Lack of trail connectivity Incorporate floodplains as trail greenbelts 26 April 2016 6
CHARRETTE RECAP WHAT WE HEARD Placemaking/Quality of Life Desire to use Rose District as model for other parts of the City High satisfaction with school district, but concern over growth Lack of city image in most parts of the community (outside of Rose District) 26 April 2016 7
SCENARIO PROCESS OVERVIEW
TREND SCENARIO Trend Scenario Seeks to replicate the recent patterns of urban development in Broken Arrow. In this scenario, most development occurs as low density, suburban style development near the fringes of the existing urbanized areas. 9
INFILL SCENARIO MODEL Infill Scenario Orients all new development within the existing incorporated area of Broken Arrow. While growth is distributed around multiple areas of the city, it orients more development than either Trend or Districts within the Rose District. 10
DISTRICT SCENARIO MODEL District Scenario Orients new urban development around 9 districts that were identified during the June 2018 charrette event in Broken Arrow. The districts include: District Area Rose District North Broken Arrow Expressway Water Tower (New Orleans & Elm) Innovation District Indian Springs South Creek Turnpike East Industrial Zone Aspen Village (New Orleans & Aspen) Forest Ridge Primary Use Mixed use Commercial/Industrial Mixed use Mixed use Mixed use Commercial/Industrial Commercial/Industrial Mixed use Mixed use 11
SCENARIO MODEL RESULTS Residential Land Suitability TREND INFILL DISTRICT Low Suitability High Suitability 12
SCENARIO MODEL RESULTS Non-Residential Land Suitability TREND INFILL DISTRICT Low Suitability High Suitability 13
VISION FRAMEWORK 26 April 2016 14
GUIDING PRINCIPLES & GOALS LAND USE & DEVELOPMENT MOBILITY Manage growth in a sustainable manner to preserve and enhance community character. GOAL: Promote redevelopment and reinvestment in aging areas of Broken Arrow. GOAL: Ensure that new development is high-quality and longlasting. GOAL: Direct new development to occur in an efficient and contiguous land pattern. Create a connected, balanced multi-modal transportation system that is safe and efficient. GOAL: Integrate innovative transportation techniques to ease congestion and provide more transportation options. GOAL: Incorporate design features to enhance the visual appearance, multi-modal options, and safety along key corridors. GOAL: Coordinate pedestrian, bicycle, and automobile infrastructure to facilitate efficient and safe movements and connections between modes. 26 April 2016 15
GUIDING PRINCIPLES & GOALS COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE Provide efficient and quality infrastructure services that keep up with growth and demand. GOAL: Incorporate sustainable practices in the maintenance and development of community infrastructure. GOAL: Enhance community resources to be resilient to disasters and floods. GOAL: Proactively plan infrastructure for areas prioritized for economic development. PARKS, RECREATION, AND OPEN SPACE Develop a connected system of quality parks, recreation facilities, trails, and open space. GOAL: Preserve natural open space areas for viewing nature and passive recreation activities. GOAL: Diversify the recreation opportunities offered in Broken Arrow to appeal to more residents. GOAL: Improve pedestrian and bicycle access between neighborhoods, parks, and trails. 26 April 2016 16
GUIDING PRINCIPLES & GOALS HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOODS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Provide a range of quality housing choices that appeal to a variety of ages, incomes, and lifestyles. GOAL: Plan for an attractive mix of quality housing choices that allow for opportunities to live in the community throughout all stages of life. GOAL: Develop strategies for neighborhoods to provide quality housing options of various types. GOAL: Reinvest in aging housing and neighborhoods to ensure neighborhood stability and longevity. Generate positive economic development that provides services, entertainment, and employment options to residents. GOAL: Position Broken Arrow as a location of preference for high-wage employers. GOAL: Attract quality retail development that serves existing residents and generates sales tax revenue. GOAL: Pursue development opportunities that collaboratively 26 April 2016 promote higher-institution research and development, innovation, and job incubation. 17
GUIDING PRINCIPLES & GOALS DISTRICTS Continue investment in and expansion of special districts to serve as centers of the community. GOAL: Promote development of diverse and mixed housing, retail, and entertainment options in the special districts. GOAL: Enhance walkability and bikeability within and connecting to planned special districts. GOAL: Improve infrastructure within special district areas to prepare for and foster additional quality development. QUALITY OF LIFE Provide all residents with access to excellent cultural, educational, entertainment, and health options. GOAL: Encourage development throughout the city to incorporate features that create a strong sense of place. GOAL: Celebrate the history and unique culture of Broken Arrow. GOAL: Promote community health through services, events, and active transportation. 26 April 2016 18
VISION FRAMEWORK PROPOSED STRUCTURE Plan Elements: Land Use and Development Transportation and Mobility Community Infrastructure Parks and Recreation GUIDING PRINCIPLES Housing and Neighborhoods Districts Quality of Life GOALS ACTIONS POLICIES 19
PRELIMINARY PLAN CONCEPTS 26 April 2016 20
PRELIMINARY PLAN CONCEPTS Placemaking Elements: Districts Corridors Parks and Open Space Preliminary plan concepts ultimately provide the framework for the updated future land use plan, but does not serve as the future land use plan itself. 21
DRAFT for Discussion What we Heard: - Focus on district development - Attract higher wage employers - Enhance old four corner retail 22
DRAFT for Discussion What we Heard: - Lack of community identity along major corridors - Arterial streets not conducive for nonmotorized users. 23
DRAFT for Discussion KENOSHA WASHINGTON ASPEN ELM NEW ORLEANS What we Heard: - Lack of community identity when entering Broken Arrow - Access improvements needed in growing areas 24
DRAFT for Discussion What we Heard: - Desire for more trail corridors - Connections between key activity areas needed 25
SCENARIO MODELS 1. TREND: Seeks to replicate the recent patterns of urban development in Broken Arrow. In this scenario, most development occurs as low density, suburban style development near the fringes of the existing urbanized areas. 2. INFILL: Orients all new development within the existing incorporated area of Broken Arrow. While growth is distributed around multiple areas of the city, it orients more development than either Trend or Districts within the Rose District. 3. DISTRICT: Orients new urban development around 9 districts that were identified during the June, 2018 charrette event in Broken Arrow. PROPOSED SCENARIO MODEL: Mix of all three scenarios that focuses growth in fewer key districts, some infill, and new residential growth that follows recent development trends. 26
PROPOSED SCENARIO CONCEPT Proposed Scenario does Serve as a framework for developing the future land use map Identify general character of future development patterns Identifies areas to focus on Largely fits well with existing land use guidance 2012 Future Land Use Map Proposed Scenario does not Serve as the future land use map Reflect specific or exclusive land use patterns 27
DRAFT for Discussion 28
NEXT STEPS 26 April 2016 31
NEXT STEPS Refine plan concepts Develop updates to future land use map Refine plan actions Continue report development 32
PLAN SCHEDULE Project Initiation & Community Status - Existing conditions - Branding/website - Market analysis - Opportunities/constraints Citywide Vision Plan - Community charrette - Alternative scenarios Comprehensive Plan & Implementation - Preferred scenario - Comp plan elements - Draft and final plan 2017 2018 2019 N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A Committee meetings Public meetings 26 April 2016 33
PROJECT CONTACTS City of Broken Arrow Farhad Daroga fdaroga@brokenarowok.gov (918) 259-2400 x. 5416 HALFF Consultant Team Jim Carrillo, FAICP, ASLA jcarrillo@halff.com (512) 777-4610 Danny O Connor, AICP doconnor@halff.com (405) 546-3819 Lenny Hughes, PLA lhughes@halff.com (214) 346-6266 Kendall Howard, AICP khoward@halff.com (214) 217-6401 26 April 2016 34