Revitalization Commission Agenda and Packet 2009 05 11

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1.Prepare three schematic design alternatives for the corridor that improve the safety and visibility of the pedestrian environment. 2.Evaluate the role of motor vehicle and bus circulation in the corridor and prepare alternatives for crossing treatments. 3.Evaluate the street cross-section and provide recommendations for each block of the corridor 4.Evaluate techniques for conveying storm water using alternative conveying techniques such as swales. 5.Evaluate the role of on-street parking in the corridor. 6.Evaluate urban design enhancements in the corridor that reflect the aesthetic of Louisville and interface the with Highway 42 design guidelines, including public facilities (i.e. restrooms). 7.One schematic design alternative for and underpass, overpass, and at-grade crossing of Highway 42. 8.Order of magnitude cost estimates for the alternatives. Task 2: RTD Underpass Evaluation The purpose of this task is to identify and evaluate options for crossing pedestrians under the BNSF rail line at South Street. It is anticipated that the pedestrian crossing under the BNSF rail line should be as wide as possible (approximately 30’) to allow for as much natural light as possible into the underpass. A brief description of this task’s criteria, goals and objectives are as follows: 1.The pedestrian crossings should promote both an inviting architectural design and safety. 2.When possible, use natural light to provide daytime lighting and at night provide adequate lighting so that the underpass emotes safe passage.In addition to usual lighting use supplementary motion activated lights to increase light intensity when pedestrians are present. 3.The proposed pedestrian crossings should represent the history of the City of Louisville where mining and the railroad have both played an important part in the development of our community. 4.Consider the use of public art, mural work, or some type of art feature on the inside of the pedestrian crossings. All design techniques should take into account graffiti resistant design alternatives. 5.Consider the placement of security cameras within the pedestrian crossings for additional pedestrian safety and to be vandalism deterrence. The consultant should provide a recommendation of camera types and numbers. 6.Handicapped access will have to be achieved through the proposed design. 7.Drainage will also be a focus for any pedestrian underpass. Task 3: Public Involvement The City of Louisville believes the input of the public is first and foremost in any decision making process. To ensure that there is adequate public involvement, the City of Louisville anticipates a series of public meetings that will be part of this design process. The meetings shall consist of a public workshop for citizens and adjacent property owners, a presentation to the Louisville Revitalization Commission (1 or 2 meetings) and a presentation to City Council, for a total of 3 or 4 public meetings. The City is seeking alternative analysis for three alternatives with variations. Once a preferred design is identified, the consultant will be asked to identify impacts and costs of poured in place concrete