Opportunities & Constraints Downtown Temple Charrette 2014
Infrastructure
Adjacencies
Parking
TMED Proximity
Stakeholders expressed their issues with the lack and proximity of parking to their intended destination. The biggest issue with parking is more of a perception than an actual issue which this plan addresses in several ways.
The most prominent north-south corridor connects downtown Temple with TMED. Third Street connects the two hubs however many lower income pedestrians with limited mobility find it hard to traverse this corridor due to lack of sidewalks, ramps and overall poor conditions.
Street Widths Many streets are oversized, causing unsafe and unfriendly pedestrian conditions which should be addressed.
Third Street has a great opportunity to create a grand entry to and from downtown with the bridge that crosses the rail line.
Neighborhood Services Many typical neighborhood services such as groceries and pharmacies are located outside of downtown and towards the highway, making it difficult for residents to the North and East to shop and run necessary errands. The plan recommends creating stronger connections to the Mercado, which is a local, Mexican grocery and a local favorite. The city should consider seeking out and facilitating spaces for more of these neighborhood amenities.
Land Acquisition The City of Temple has been purchasing tracts of land in the urban core of downtown which creates a great opportunity for growth and control over quality development which follows the proposed Master Plan.
Oversized Roadway
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Oversized Roadway
