Equitable Growth Through TOD Planning Community Meeting # 2 November 2017
Goals Objectives Extend investment from downtown Connect neighborhoods physically and economically Enhance places based on local distinctiveness Benefit existing community though equitable and inclusive strategies Road map for equitable growth and development through transit oriented development (TOD) Milwaukee Streetcar TOD Planning Study Corridors Framework for investment decisions, zoning code updates and practical implementation strategies Meeting community and stakeholder goals and aspirations
1 Exploring the Neighborhoods
The Neighborhoods Bronzeville / King Drive Corridor From Juneau Ave to North Ave Between Interstate 43 and the Milwaukee River BRONZEVILLE/ KING DRIVE CORRIDOR DOWNTOWN LAKE MICHIGAN Walker s Point From Historic Third Ward down to Greenfield Ave Between Interstate 43 and the water WALKER S POINT Information from City of Milwaukee, MKE United
What we ve learned about...bronzeville / King Drive Corridor
Previous studies Bronzeville / King Drive Bronzeville Area Redevelopment Charrette 2013 Define edges with commercial buildings Incorporate public space Adaptive reuse + restoration Establish design guidelines + promote identity Provide year-round entertainment venues Promote mixed use development Dr. MLK Drive 2013 Visioning Charrette Develop MLK as Main Street Infill vacant lots Redevelop blighted buildings Façade improvement programs Increase density Green space programming Branding + Identity Northeast Side Comprehensive Plan, 2009 Build on Success Education and Outreach Create pocket parks and community gardens on vacant land Redevelop, renovate + reuse vacant buildings Develop gateways + activity nodes Bronzeville District Parking Study, 2008 Provide additional parking Implement shared parking, incentives for private development to provide public-use parking Focus on demand Encourage alternative modes of access, telecommuting, ride sharing Bronzeville Community Visioning Sessions, 2007 Involve local artists and community members in the planning process Establish a commercial and aesthetic identity Make Bronzeville a destination for African-American history, economic development and artistry Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District Redevelopment Plan, 2005 Promote Bronzeville as an African American arts, entertainment, and cultural district Improve physical character of the commercial and residential district Expand employment opportunities Celebrate racial diversity
Community led planning Engagement to date: 10 one-on-one interviews with key stakeholders 1 PAG meeting 1 community meeting in each neighborhood Summer festivals Other engagements
What we heard A history display would be awesome! More access between neighborhoods and downtown Family sit-down restaurants More affordable housing options for single adults More walkable streets Bronzeville / King Drive
What you want to see Bronzeville / King Drive Housing Choices Nearby Jobs Unique Character Places to Relax Shopping Options Places to Eat
What we have heard so far Bronzeville / King Drive Corridor History homes, institutions, streets, people Revitalization of storefronts and business buildings Balanced market and affordable housing for local residents Arts, culture, entertainment focus Focus at North and MLK Leverage economic growth to south Infill development Walkable and walk to neighborhood
2 What is TOD? Lessons from elsewhere
What is TOD? Transit Oriented Development Development Public realm Streetscape Creating new connections A strategy of connectivity Minneapolis Light Rail Metro
What is TOD? Transit Oriented Development Development New homes and jobs for local and new residents Re-use and additions to existing buildings Creating new buildings for people and families Denver, CO Hillsboro, OR Minneapolis St. Paul, MN Philadelphia, PA Chicago, IL Seattle, WA
What is TOD? Transit Oriented Development Development Attracting New Retail and Jobs New businesses in existing buildings Detroit, MI New buildings for growing businesses Detroit, MI
What is TOD? Transit Oriented Development Public Realm Better Shared Places Nice streets to walk Nicer streets to bike Walkable Street, Washington, DC Protected Bike Lane, Seattle, WA
What is TOD? Transit Oriented Development Streetscapes Enhancing Movement Transit Bikes Cars Trucks Chicago, IL Detroit, MI
What is TOD? Transit Oriented Development Creating New Connections Transit to jobs Transit to education Visitors to shopping and entertainment in neighborhoods
A Strategy of Connectivity Leverage major future transit investment to secure inclusive neighborhood development and revitalization for residents and the city as a whole. Chicago, IL
The Milwaukee Idea Advancing TOD Typical TOD Themes Commuting Mixed use Density Public realm Feasibility Value capture Equitable TOD Themes People Economy and Jobs Places Change
Density an Economic Decision
community People
schools and public facilities integrated within neighborhoods People
retail & personal services Economy and Jobs
entertainment Economy and Jobs
start-ups & job incubators Economy and Jobs
research & development Economy and Jobs
& industrial jobs maker spaces Economy and Jobs
art culture & Places
authenticity Places
vitality & vibrancy Places
a beautiful place Change
3 Bronzeville / King Drive Corridor Opportunities
Activity and Intensity North Ave and King Drive Schlitz Park Arena District Information from City of Milwaukee, MPROP
Destinations North Ave and King Drive Schlitz Park Arena District Information from City of Milwaukee, Google Maps
Underutilized Sites
Initial Approach Examples of Opportunities Information from City of Milwaukee
Bronzeville / King Drive Corridor Opportunities
Bronzeville / King Drive Corridor Opportunities
Bronzeville / King Drive Corridor Opportunities
Bronzeville / King Drive Corridor Opportunities
TOD Intersection Development King Drive + North Ave 1
TOD Intersection Development King Drive + North Ave Potential Reuse + Renovation Vacant + Underutilized Lots 1
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Adaptive Reuse, Detroit, MI 1
The Julian Apartments, Columbus, OH 1
Delmar Loop, St. Louis, MO 1
Fort Totten Square Apartments, Washington, DC 1
TOD Infill Block Development King Drive + Brown to Vine St 2
TOD Infill Block Development King Drive + Brown to Vine St Potential Reuse + Renovation Vacant + Underutilized Lots 2
Vacant Lot 2
Urban Infill Wicker Park, Chicago, IL 2
Havenhurst Pocket Park, West Hollywood, CA 2
Streetscape Initiative King Drive 3
Delmar Loop, St. Louis, MO 3
Streetcar Stop, Washington DC 3
New Connections 4
Chicago, IL 4
Spurce Street Bike Lane, Philadelphia, PA 4
Questions How consistent are these with the goals of each neighborhood? Are these the right themes to position TOD in Milwaukee?
Questions What type of development is right for transit and street intersections? What type of in-fill development would you like to see What other changes would you like to see to the streetscape if new transit were to come? Are these the right greenway connections? Are there others?
Next Steps Community Meetings #3 Jan / Feb Design and Idea Sharing Present preliminary framework ideas
Trolley Tour