Placemaking and Public Space Activation Ideas BRIDGE/OVERPASS ART FEASIBILITY DURABILITY PROS CONS /Low High Highly visible Allows for collaboration with local Provides gateway into project corridor Coordination and permission from MARTA may be challenging MURAL ON CONCRETE WALL High (assuming approval from owner) Highly visible Allows for collaboration with local Potential difficulty deciding on subject matter Coordination and permission from Marta and/or CSX CROSSWALK ART High Draws attention to crossing Collaboration with local Requires maintenance FHWA may express disapproval if not compliant with MUTCD
TRAIL SHADE STRUCTURE Much needed amenity from May September Opportunity to inject vibrant color Post will require more permanent footers, which need structural engineering oversight Will require permission from MARTA where structures are fixed to building face ARTISTIC BIKE RACKS High High Artistic and functional Promotes increased use of park and trail Opportunity for collaboration with local Requires oversight to ensure racks are designed to be functional as well as artistic ARTISTIC PLANTER BOXES High Potential to increase green landscape Potential for collaboration with local and/or youth Good option for semi-permanent vertical barrier between roadway and bicycle/pedestrian space Maintenance and watering requirements UNIQUE TRAIL LIGHTING Low /high Potential to increase safety of trail and increase night usage May require access to electricity (may be solar options, but requires additional research) Some of the newer technologies may have unknown, LED art may have cost constraints
INTERACTIVE STREET FURNITURE /high Adds fun element particularly at bus stops, creates a more social space Custom designs may be cost-prohibitive GAMES/ACTIVITIES High Low Activates the park to create a community gathering space, increases sociability Potential for vandalism/theft with any unattached pieces Parts/pieces may require management with partner entity LITTLE FREE LIBRARY High Low/moderate Reflects local character that celebrates literature, easy to implement, proven success Opportunity to partner with schools/youth Needs to be in a visible location with foot traffic to be well used PUBLIC ART /high Creates interest for areas of path not suitable for active uses Cost may be prohibitive depending on type of public art Potential for vandalism
ARTISTIC BUS SHELTERS High Brings positive attention to bus transit, encourages ridership, provides comfort and interest for transit users Requires partnership and approval by Marta May only impact a small number of riders on this corridor, except at busier stops near the High School May require building permit Installation will require more permanent installation and oversight by a structural engineer, depending on scale COMMUNITY GARDEN Low/moderate Sociability, public health, greenspace, active use Educational element and youth involvement Space, maintenance, and watering requirements User commitment and management Recruitment for volunteers or members ART THAT APPEARS IN THE RAIN High Low Would be unique concept in Atlanta region, easy to implement Untested, may have limited impact given Atlanta s sunshine Less visible than other art options FOOD TRUCK PARK N/A Opportunity to showcase Decatur s burgeoning food scene, potential to activate area around high school Provides local business opportunity Would require dedicated space at times that overlap with high traffic to support vendors
YOGA/EXERCISE CLASSES High N/A Would utilize existing linear greenspace without the need for infrastructure or major investment Would require organization/advertising to host programs, ability to formally use linear green space PUBLIC, OUTDOOR MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS Low/moderate Creative outlet and opportunity to bring music to the corridor Would work best in area with little traffic noise to compete with music, but enough foot traffic to make viable - maybe good option for Marta station but would require permission Maintenance and theft/vandalism potential BICYCLE BLENDER PROGRAM High Low/moderate Health oriented, dual-purpose interactive seating for exercise and healthy food May require users to bring their own ingredients and blender (novelty vs. convenience), potential for vandalism if not securely attached to ground