Revitalization Commission Agenda and Packet 2013 07 08

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Revitalization Commission Minutes June 10, 2013 Page 3 of 4 Commissioner Menaker prefers: Option A with the addition of the arch from Option B Hardscape Option B Plant Material Option A, likes more formal landscaping Mayor Muckle prefers: Option B with less mass Hardscape Option: hybrid (organic on the west and more linear on the east) Plant Material Option: less formal landscape using reuse water Commissioner Hernandez Option B with lower mass Hardscape Option: (see additional comments) Plant Material Option: should be compatible with people enjoying the space and not just visually pleasing or interesting Commissioner Gorsevski prefers: Option B Hardscape Option: hybrid (organic on the west and more linear on the east) Plant Material Option: less formal landscape using reuse water and likes the idea of trees in the pedestrian walkway Additional comments regarding the Gateway Design: Several Commissioners expressed concerns about lighting in the pedestrian walkway and underpass. There was discussion regarding the density of pedestrians and cyclists and the width of the sidewalk. It was suggested that the retaining wall could be rounded to prevent injury and include access to the natural areas adjacent to the underpass. Commissioner Hernandez thinks the plaza on the eastside should be constructed with water bibs and electrical setup for vendors and events. The path on the west side should be expanded to include a downhill bike lane and should not be a dismount zone. b. Village Square Redevelopment Application for Assistance Aaron DeJong provided a summary of the project. Redevelopment of the area will cost an estimated $31,000,000. Loftus Development requests LRC assistance in constructing public infrastructure improvements. These public infrastructure improvements include: storm sewer improvements, water infrastructure, sidewalks and street lights.