October 1, 2014 Planning Commission Study Session The Lincoln Neighborhood Corridor Plan The LiNC
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 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
LUCE Vision ENHANCEMENT Streetscape enhancements Improved pedestrian environment Local-serving uses Better traffic and transit flow Façade improvements
Project Boundaries PNA FOSP Lincoln Blvd. OPA
Existing Conditions
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
Existing Conditions 50 150 BUILDING CHARACTERISTICS Mostly 1- and 2-story, some larger Older in nature Variety in lot depths and limited alley access limits redevelopment
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
Existing Conditions 2012 RELINQUISHMENT Caltrans relinquished street to City control/operation 3 year process Planning effort identified to improve the boulevard
Streetscape and the Pedestrian Experience
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
Barriers to Access 1200 Feet Limited Crossings Curb Ramps and driveways not ADA Compliant Signage and street furniture limits access
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
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
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
Visual Interest and Culture VISUAL AMENTIES Improving due to grassroots movement New investment cleaning up shopfronts Sporadic, needs coordinated approach
Traffic and Infrastructure
Congestion HIGH VOLUME 40,000+ Daily Vehicles Peak N/B: 7:30-9AM Peak S/B: 1-8PM
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
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
Land Uses and the Business Community
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.
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
The Lincoln Neighborhood Corridor Plan
Project Team
Project Team + The Studio of Tad Savinar
City Team Planning Public Works Big Blue Bus Economic Development Community and Cultural Services * Includes input from Police, Fire and Maintenance
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Project Timeline 1 2 3 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
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