Revitalization Commission Agenda and Packet 2024 05 22

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be addressed, especially the library ADA parking seems willing to explore moving the pavilion. Revitalization Commission Minutes April 17, 2024 Page 4 of 9 From a vision standpoint the community Commissioner Williams commented that this would also be a great opportunity to activate the South Street underpass. Chair Adler commented that there will need to be good wayfinding signage for parking to make this work. The MIG representative noted that business owners at a recent meeting discussed a parking management strategy for employees as well as visitors. The City Engineer commented on parking, noting that the city can look at the flexible space for parking when not used. Staff are currently considering one-way streets on Front Street and Main Street to create angled parking spaces. Commissioner Tofte supports concept 1. He agreed that parking is a big deal for businesses on Front Street, as well as for the library. He asked if there is a way to leave 20 spaces. He wouldn't oppose rotating the pavilion because it will make the space much more functional. He also agreed with the other comments on starting with a curbless approach on Front Street and suggested this approach may not be as effective on Main Street. Commissioner Tofte supports raised crosswalks and expressed concern about trees that are planted along streets that fail due to a lack of proper provision for root systems. He expressed strong support for ensuring any additional trees will be planted thoughtfully so they will flourish. Commissioner Tofte asked if the plan will need to be approved by the City Council. The Director of Community Development commented that the City Council is aware that the Vision Plan is happening because it involves budgeting for the potential South Street underpass. The City Council will be responsible for maintenance costs of the redesign spaces. Once a preferred plan is identified, MIG will provide cost projections, schedule timelines, and both long - and short-term costs to LRC and council. The Director of Public Works commented that capital project requests have been submitted for this project for LRC funding which will be reviewed as part of the City's two-year budget development which is occurring this year for the next two years. He noted that decisions the LRC makes around the South Street underpass will impact city funding for other projects. Chair Adler noted that the LRC needs to decide what they are passionate about and dedicate funding to these projects. She commented that it sounds like there is support for a curbless design on Front Street and moving the pavilion. Chair Adler recapped commissioner comments and noted that, in terms of focus, the LRC supports a focus on Front Street and the Steinbaugh Pavilion as presented in Concept 1 and re -envisioning what that looks like. On Main Street the LRC supports raised crossings, wayfinding and addressing parking. The EV Manager noted that the consultants will need time to refine the plan, so this topic likely won't return to LRC in May. Public Comment: