Laserfiche WebLink
Revitalization Commission 2019 <br />Sherry Sommer <br />1) Briefly explain your interest in serving on the the Revitalization Commission <br />1 <br />"What is the shared vision of the Council and the LRC? We need a better vision of how <br />money will be invested." This was Dennis' observation following impassioned discussion of the <br />LRC's proposed parking structure. Common vision is exactly what is needed to move forward. I <br />believe it is completely possible for the LRC to identify and pursue projects which fulfill the <br />mandate of the Urban Renewal Districts and which the public and Council will support. I'd like <br />to be part of this work. <br />I would add value to the Commission's conversations because my views represent what <br />a huge percentage of the the population would like to see happen in Louisville. These views are <br />not currently represented by the LRC. What I hear the public asking for, and what I also would <br />like to see in the area, is greater connectivity, scale of development that fits our small town, <br />and forward looking transportation solutions. These are ideas that I believe would not only <br />enhance the quality of life for current residents, but would also contribute to long term <br />economic vitality, which is the mission of the LRC. Louisville attracts both residents and <br />nonresidents alike because of its charm, scale, and safety. These are qualities that need to be <br />protected and which will benefit businesses in the long run. The gap between what the LRC <br />can propose and what the community wants can be bridged. <br />Additionally, directions city staff have proposed seem completely reasonable from my <br />perspective and I believe they would have strong public support. Somehow these views need <br />to be heard and responded to. Earlier in the year Aaron DeJong proposed several ideas for the <br />LRC to consider adding to their latest budget—Streetscaping in Downtown, improved safety <br />along Highway 42, and an underpass under 42. I am not aware that any of these ideas have <br />been pursued by the LRC this year. The parking garage was the primary project on the table <br />but other promising opportunities need to be explored as well. These can be looked at in the <br />future. <br />In spite of the disconnect we saw in the parking structure discussion, I believe there is a <br />lot of room for common ground between the LRC, the public, Council, and city staff. It would <br />be gratifying to work toward providing improvements that many people in our community <br />would support and benefit from. <br />25 <br />