Sarasota April Public Meeting Boards

A Special Bayfront Site Vision We support the creation of a long-term master plan for the Sarasota Bayfront area that will establish a cultural and economic legacy for the region while ensuring open, public access to the Bayfront.

Centennial Park and Boat Ramp

Sarasota Flotilla / U.S. Coast Guard

10TH STREET Sarasota Lawn Bowling Club

Sarasota Orchestra Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

G Wiz Science & Tech Center

Municipal Auditorium

Art Center Sarasota

MURT

Sarasota County History Center

(Closed)

Blue Pagoda (SBPO)

Adopted Guiding Principles And how they will be experienced in this place...

Aspiration

ASPIRATION IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES OF THE BAY

Cultural Heritage

CULTURAL VITALITY A HUB FOR SARASOTA’S ART, CULTURE AND HISTORIC LEGACIES

Bayfront/ Natural Assets

A GREEN & BLUE OASIS CELEBRATE NATURAL BEAUTY AND PROMOTE ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

TAMIAMI TRAIL

Sarasota Garden Club

BLVD OF THE ARTS

Activation

Connectivity

Sustainability

AN ENLIVENED DESTINATION

CONNECTED & ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL

ECONOMIC SUSTAINABILITY

A GATHERING PLACE FOR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND FUN

A WALKABLE AND SAFE DISTRICT LINKING DOWNTOWN AND THE BAY

A FINANCIALLY FEASIBLE, SUSTAINABLE LONG-TERM SUCCESS

The Bay Master Plan We are building on significant previous work ...

2007

The Cooper Robertson Sarasota Cultural Park Master Plan for the Bayfront is agreed in concept, but never implemented due t o the recession.

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Interview

Community and civic leaders revisit the Bayfront opportunity.

Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 is formed and engages the public and stakeholders on guiding principles to inform future design.

The master plan will set forth a detailed strategy to realize the sustainable redevelopment of the Bayfront in accordance with the vision and implementation principles established by the community and ratified by the City Commission in 2015.

The City of Sarasota endorses the formation of a planning board to oversee t he vision of The Bay based o n the city-endorsed guiding principles.

Master Plan Timeline Analysis

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Strategic Assessment and Visioning

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Master Plan Alternative Scenarios

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Draft Master Plan

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Final Master Plan

Today!

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PUBLIC MEETINGS

Visit the project website to learn more and stay up-to-date

WWW.THEBAYSARASOTA.ORG

MASTER PLAN

THE 1900S LEFT A STRONG ECOLOGICAL LEGACY.

HERE IS HOW WE CAN SEE THE LEGACY OF THAT HISTORY ON OUR SITE TODAY

Environmental Features Today

Station 1

Our site includes existing ecological resources like the bay and mangroves surrounding the southern inlet. However, all the paving doesn’t make for a very “green” site! There are many opportunities to improve the environmental health of our site and the water of the bay.

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of the site today was previously underwater

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Resiliency & Sustainability 101 Our coastal site is vulnerable to flooding and storm surge from hurricanes. Here are some best practices we can use to help minimize risk: •

Raise buildings at least # ft above the ground

Introduction to Today’s Open House

of the site is “impervious,” hard surfaces like parking lots that do not absorb rainfall. (Lowering this percentage can help reduce flood risk.)

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• Anticipate higher future flood potentials; NOAA projects the base water levels could be X ft higher in 20xx. Thinking ahead now will make sure our investments are ready.

• Parks and other landscapes can help absorb water and buffer from waves.

Mangroves, the dense water trees found along the southern inlet, are especially good at buffering from waves.

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KEY TAKEAWAY:

Let’s model best practices and create a sustainable, green and blue oasis!

Welcome Together, let’s explore possibilities for our Sarasota Bayfront.

1. INTRODUCTION TO TODAY’S OPEN HOUSE

This station will include a brief video introduction to the Open House.

2. YOUR FEEDBACK: FEB. ENGAGEMENT SUMMARY

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3. THREE DESIGN CONCEPTS: - SHIFT THE HORIZON T - BRIDGE THE DIVIDE - THE VILLAGE & THE ISLAND

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Members of the master planning team will be stationed around the room to answer any questions.

TODAY’S OPEN HOUSE HAS THREE STATIONS:

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We are glad you’re here to shape the future of the Bayfront. Your earlier feedback has helped the design team shape three design possibilities for the Bay. Today, view these three options and let us know what aspects of each appeal to you and what is missing.

Station 2 Your Feedback: February Engagement Summary

YOUR FEEDBACK

February Engagement Summary THANK YOU FOR YOUR INPUT!

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FEBRUARY ENGAGEMENT PARTICIPANTS

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ATTENDEES AT THREE OPEN HOUSES

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ATTENDEES AT STAKEHOLDER MEETINGS

ONLINE VIEWERS OF MAYORS TOWN HALL

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SURVEYS COMPLETED

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SURVEYS AT THREE OPEN HOUSES

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SURVEYS AT YPG EVENT

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ONLINE RESPONSES

SAMPLE ASPIRATIONS FOR THE SITE Arts venue while preserving natural beauty with accessibility

Beautiful waterfront area to showcase our city

Enjoy a day by the water to share with grandkids and give them a glimpse of Sarasota’s gifts, i.e., nature, architecture, pristine water views, diversity of families enjoying same things

A combination of history, culture, environmental

Enjoy Sarasota Bay at its best

A natural park. With social opportunity. Casual and comfortable. A beautiful setting. Entertainment offered, and an abundance of activities

A place for everyone, of all backgrounds and economic status to enjoy

FEBRUARY FEEDBACK SUMMARY TOP THREE #1 REASONS FOR VISITING BAY FOR FAVORITE FUTURE DAYS BIKE/WALK ALONG BAY ARTS/CULTURE EVENT ENJOY NATURE/VIEWS OF BAY

#1 DRAW YOUNG PROFESSIONALS, PARENTS, AND 65+ (AND #2 DRAW FOR YOUTH)

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#1 DRAW FOR YOUTH RESPONDENTS

GATHER WITH FRIENDS

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BOATING OUTDOOR MUSIC OUTDOOR MUSIC OUTDOOR MUSIC LARGE TREES PERFORMANCE AT VENUE

BEAUTIFUL GREEN SPACE TO ENJOY THE BAY

ENJOY NATURE & VIEWS OF THE BAY

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

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#1 ANSWER MOST COMMON WAYS TO GET AROUND THE SITE:

WALKING & BICYCLING

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PERFORMANCE AT VENUE OUTDOOR MUSIC

Celebrate the Bay & improve environmental health

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Food is an important part of the experience

Focus on safe access to the site for all modes of travel & prioritize walking and bicycling on site

ALL OPTIONS Significant green space connected to Bay Boating, fishing, & other water activities Enhanced arts/culture/ music spaces Food / beverage options Improved crossing over Tamiami Enhanced waterfront path

THE 1900S LEFT A STRONG ECOLOGICAL LEGACY.

HERE IS HOW WE CAN SEE THE LEGACY OF THAT HISTORY ON OUR SITE TODAY

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Raise buildings at least # ft above the ground

Three Design Concepts

of the site is “impervious,” hard surfaces like parking lots that do not absorb rainfall. (Lowering this percentage can help reduce flood risk.)

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of the site today was previously underwater

Our coastal site is vulnerable to flooding and storm surge from hurricanes. Here are some best practices we can use to help minimize risk:

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Resiliency & Sustainability 101

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Our site includes existing ecological resources like the bay and mangroves surrounding the southern inlet. However, all the paving doesn’t make for a very “green” site! There are many opportunities to improve the environmental health of our site and the water of the bay.

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Environmental Features Today

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• Anticipate higher future flood potentials; NOAA projects the base water levels could be X ft higher in 20xx. Thinking ahead now will make sure our investments are ready.

• Parks and other landscapes can help absorb water and buffer from waves.

Mangroves, the dense water trees found along the southern inlet, are especially good at buffering from waves.

about the site

Caption Legend Item 1 Item 2 Item 3

KEY TAKEAWAY:

Let’s model best practices and create a sustainable, green and blue oasis!

Your Turn What do you think about these design possibilities?

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Shift the Horizon

How well does each scheme fulfill the guiding principles?

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Bridge the Divide

Grow an Ecological Village

Other Feedback Your Zipcode

CULTURAL VITALITY A hub for Sarasota’s art, culture and historic legacies

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A GREEN & BLUE OASIS Celebrate natural beauty and promote environmental health

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AN ENLIVENED DESTINATION A gathering place for family, friends and fun

CONNECTED & ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL A walkable and safe district linking Downtown & the Bay

ECONOMIC SUSTAINABILITY A financially feasible, sustainable long-term success

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OVERALL RATING OVERALL IMPRESSION How does this option align with your vision for The Bay?

• Pick up a scorecard and tell us what you think.

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ONLINE VERSION OF SCORECARD [INSERT LINK HERE] SURVEY WILL BE OPEN THROUGH 11:59 PM, SATURDAY APRIL 28.

• What aspects of each do you like?

What is missing?

• It’s not about voting for a winner.

We will use your feedback to combine parts of the three concepts along with new ideas to create the draft master plan.

ONLINE SURVEY

TO FILL OUT THE SCORECARD ONLINE, PLEASE USE THE LINK BELOW. THE ONLINE VERSION IS IDENTICAL TO THE OPEN HOUSE SCORECARD. HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/BAYFRONTDESIGNOPTIONS

TAMIAMI TAMIAMI TRAIL TRAIL

SHIFT THE HORIZON

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To the north, enhancements to the boat ramp include additional recreation piers, upgrades to the parking lot, and support retail.

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New piers extend out and offer dramatic views of the bay—and a floating stage. Lush mangroves and boardwalk trails frame the edges of the site.

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In one bold unifying design move, a new cultural axis seamlessly connects the community east of Route 41 with the Bayfront. A centralized cultural hub sits on a high point between a sloping amphitheater to the water (west) and a large landscaped landbridge over Route 41.

Boating Store

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BLVD OF THE BLVD THEARTS ARTS

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LAYERS OF THE DESIGN CONCEPT Connected + Accessible

A Green + Blue Oasis

Cultural Vitality

Tamiami dives into a underpass while a land bridge flows over it, allowing for seamless pedestrian connectivity.

The high ground is pulled back from the water and elevated.

A central, consolidated cultural hub co-locates the Van Wezel and Orchestra.

A parking supply is connected by small internal spur roads.

UNDERPASS

A large open park touches the water's edge creating a floodable zone.

FLOODABLE

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Cultural facilities are integrated into a strong landscape/landform expression beside the historic district.

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DESIGN ELEMENTS 1. Land bridge and underpass allow seamless pedestrian connections over Tamiami.

2. New performing arts hall and cultural anchor 3. Additional restaurants and retail, in scale with the historic structures.

4. Boardwalk trails allow exploring the natural edges of the site.

7. Recreational piers

5. Central park connecting from cultural center to the bay, including green terraces that step down to the water.

9. Honor the Van Wezel

A NEW CENTRAL CULTURAL HUB

Iconic piers reach out into the Bay, expanding opportunities for fishing and views.

10. Multi-Use lawn

6. Floating stage

An Enlivened Destination A central green space ramps up towards the cultural hub then back down towards the Bay, allowing for dramatic views.

8. Enhanced boat ramp

Economic Sustainability PIER

BOAT RAMP

PIER LAND BRIDGE PIER

Centered on the Memorial Auditorium and new performance venue, the site includes additional eating options, complimented by bayfront outdoor event space.

LEGEND & FOOD/BEVERAGE OR AMENITY & EVENT VENUE ARTS & CULTURE

What could â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shift the Horizonâ&#x20AC;? feel like?

Nature

https://www.wur.nl/en/Expertise-Services/Research-Institutes/ marine-research/Dossiers/Its-about-time-for-a-blue-revolution.htm

https://www.dpreview.com/galleries/2915418139/photos/994218/ miami-beach-soundscape

https://www.archdaily.com/152230/south-pointe-park-hargreavesassociates

https://www.asla.org /2010awards/006.html

http://narchitects.com/work/chicago-navy-pier-9/

https://www.designboom.com/architecture/3xn-cultural-centerplassen/

https://www.electrixillumination.com/gallery/lincoln-center

http://www.landezine.com/index.php/2017/03/bostanli-footbridgebostanli-sunset-lounge-by-studio-evren-basbug-architects/woodenwaterfront-deck-bridge-07/

https://www.dezeen.com/2016/03/18/centro-socio-cultural-da-costanova-arx-portugal-seaside-civic-centre/

http://www.publicspace.org /en/works/f171-den-norske-opera-ballett/ prize:2010

Architecture

https://miami.curbed.com/building /781/perez-art-museum-miami

Water

http://www.landezine.com/index.php/2013/02/hornsbergsstrandpark-by-nyrens-architects/

Human Experience

http://www.bu.edu/today/2016/free-admission-at-institute-ofcontemporary-art-tonight/

http://3xn.com/project/plassen-cultural-centre

https://www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/winner-revealed-incontest-to-design-250m-london-concert-hall/10024194.article

https://www.designboom.com/architecture/diller-scofidio-renfrolincoln-center-inside-out-10-01-2013/

BRIDGE THE DIVIDE

Waterfront Trail

Pier

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Parking Below Landscape

Entry to Underground Parking

Waterfront Drive

Butterfly Gardens

Sculpture Garden

Waterfront Trail

Bridge

Bridge

Art Center Sarasota

Kayak Launch

Enhanced Mangrove Inlet

History Center

Linear Plaza for Festivals and Markets

Municipal Auditorium

Blue Pagoda

Parking Structure

Pier

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Nature Play Area

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Flexible Recreation Lawn

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Pier

South of the canal district, a waterfront park steps down to the bayfront. With outdoor performing spaces, gardens, play spaces and flexible lawns, the park offers a variety of destinations for everyone.

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Canal District

A new cultural center and performing arts hall bridges over the existing inlet, creating a new architectural icon on the bayfront and anchoring a new canal district, with restaurants along a waterfront boardwalk.

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Boat Ramp

Unexpected combinations and connections

A waterfront drive allows greater accessibility through the site, while three “green fingers” - pedestrian overpasses - link the north, center and southern edges of the site over Tamiami.

Pedestrian Bridge

Sarasota Garden Club

Pedestrian Bridge

BLVDOF OF THE THE ARTS BLVD ARTS

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2.5 min walk 660 ft = 1/8 mile

LAYERS OF THE DESIGN CONCEPT Connected + Accessible

A Green + Blue Oasis

Cultural Vitality

A new Bayfront drive creates easy internal access for the site.

Central parking is accessed off the 10th Street roundabout and complemented with small landscaped surface lots.

A soft Bayfront edge creates a floodable landscape. The new buildings model best practices for waterfront resiliency and sustainability.

A large iconic building bridging over the channel houses both Van Wezel and the Orchestra, creating a new focal point for the Bay.

FACILITIES HIGH + DRY FLOODABLE

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2. New inlet and relocated boat ramp

6. Linear plaza in front of historic buildings provides setting for outdoor markets and events

3. Canal District restaurants & waterfront pavilions 4. Outdoor performance venue shaded by trellis structure

A NEW ICONIC CULTURAL HUB

7. Expanded and enhanced mangrove inlet

8. Waterfront drive 9. Parking underneath green space 10. Boardwalk and waterfront paths 11. Honor the Van Wezel 12. Multi-Use lawn

An Enlivened Destination

Economic Sustainability

The waterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edge is activated and pulled into the site expanding water recreation. In parallel, green fingers extend toward the Bay and over Tamiami.

The Canal District & Historic District provide two cultural hubs on the site, complimented with event space along the bayfront.

Urban piers extend to the Bay, and new paths and bridges create a connected network.

URBAN FINGERS GREEN FINGER

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LEGEND & FOOD/BEVERAGE OR AMENITY & EVENT VENUE ARTS & CULTURE

What could â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bridge the Divideâ&#x20AC;? feel like?

Nature

http://www.landezine.com/index.php/2016/07/chicago-riverwalkexpansion-by-sasaki/

www.landezine.com/index.php/.../shanghai-houtan-park-byturenscape/

http://www.cocoabeachkayaking.com/

http://www.melbourneairportshuttlebus.com/four-useful-reviewsabout-florida-tech-botanical-gardens-on-tripadvisor/

https://snohetta.com/project/42-norwegian-national-opera-andballet

https://archpaper.com/tag /chicago-architecture-biennial/page/4/

http://www.fieldoperations.net/project-details/project/navy-pier.html

http://publicradioeast.org /post/living-shorelines

https://www.archdaily.com/780307/chicago-riverwalk-chicagodepartment-of-transportation-plus-ross-barney-architects-plus-

https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/real_talk/2015/03/northamerican-properties-files-plans-for-latest.html

Architecture

https://www.dezeen.com/2017/11/07/jean-nouvel-louvre-abu-dhabiart-museum-united-arab-emirates/

Water

http://www.west8.com/projects/bridges/bridges_borneo_sporenburg /

Human Experience

https://archpaper.com/2017/05/renzo-piano-stavros-niarchosfoundation/

https://dsrny.com/project/zaryadye-park

http://www.miamiandbeaches.com/events/art-basel/miami-art-week

https://urbanmatter.com/chicago/millennium-park/

THE VILLAGE & THE ISLAND

Parking Structure

Boat Ramp (Boat Trailer Parking Off-Site)

A truly “blue and green” cultural oasis

New Performing Arts & Cultural Center

Food / Bev

Floating Wetlands

Food / Bev

The Village

Swimming Hole

Nature Play Area

Food / Bev

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Environmental Education

The island is a place for outdoor exploration, bayfront recreation, and open-air concerts and gatherings.

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Combining an arts and cultural village with an ecological island, this design concept combines the best of the site’s cultural heritage and bayfront identity.

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Sarasota Garden Club

Parking Structure

BLVDOF OF THE THE ARTS BLVD ARTS

Enhanced Pedestrian Crossings

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2.5 min walk 660 ft = 1/8 mile

LAYERS OF THE DESIGN CONCEPT Connected + Accessible

A Green + Blue Oasis

Improved crossings atgrade and traffic calming along Tamiami allow visitors to easily enter the site.

A new channel separates the existing cultural district from the new ecological island.

Parking structures anchor the north and south end of the site along a new internal spur road that connects 10th Street to Boulevard of the Arts.

The island’s soft edges create a resilient site that will help buffer from coastal flooding and sea level rise.

Cultural Vitality LOW/WET

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Van Wezel and the Orchestra are two separate buildings and anchor both ends of a new cultural district.

The new buildings are located along a waterfront boardwalk creating an active water’s edge.

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HONORING THE VAN WEZEL: THE VAN WEZEL TRACE

An Enlivened Destination

1. Cultural Main Street & Boardwalk

3. New Van Wezel performance hall

2. Village of cultural, arts, and restaurant destinations, with pavilionlike architecture and shade structures creating a comfortable outdoor gathering spaces

4. Secondary arts and cultural anchor

RECREATIONAL BOATING

A well-shaded and walkable urban village contrasts against an ecologically-rich, carfree, public park of water, trails, and islands.

CULTURAL DISTRICT

Water recreation is found throughout the site and allows for easy access into the Bay.

5. Island with walking trails, spectacular bayfront swimming hole, and environmental education opportunities

6. Clearing on island with outdoor performance venue, with the Van Wezel Trace 7. Recreational water trail with wetland plantings and floating gardens 8. Traffic calming along Tamiami

Economic Sustainability A cultural “main street” provides a diversity of destinations, complimented by outdoor spaces on the island.

URBAN VILLAGE

ISLAND PARK

HUMAN POWERED CRAFT

LEGEND & FOOD/BEVERAGE OR AMENITY & EVENT VENUE ARTS & CULTURE

What could â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Village & The Islandâ&#x20AC;? feel like?

Nature

https://www.arquitectes.cat/iframes/paisatge/cat/mostrar_projecte. php?id_projecte=9635&lan=es

https://www.lakeflato.com/eco-conservation/louisiana-stateuniversity-hilltop-arboretum

https://www.archdaily.com/774181/naples-botanical-garden-visitorcenter-lake-flato-architects

https://www.pinterest.com/greatlandscapes/great-landscapepatterns/

https://architizer.com/projects/gehua-youth-and-cultural-center/

https://www.designboom.com/art/edoardo-tresoldi-puglia-wiremesh-archeological-church-03-31-2016/

https://www.archdaily.com/884071/apple-park-visitor-center-fosterplus-partners

https://www.archdaily.com/774181/naples-botanical-garden-visitorcenter-lake-flato-architects

https://www.archdaily.com/770084/the-infinite-bridge-gjode-andpovlsgaard-arkitekter

www.explorewaterfrontoronto.ca/project/canadas-sugar-beach/

http://cocoabeachkayaking.com/

Architecture

Water

https://en.wikiarquitectura.com/building /harbor-pool-and-winterbaths/

Human Experience

http://narchitects.com/work/chicago-navy-pier-9/

http://raymondjungles.com/work/1111-lincoln-road/

http://www.nashersculpturecenter.org /art/the-center

https://www.architectural-review.com/buildings/cancha-inveracruz-tepoztln-house-and-comn-unidad-in-mexico-by-rozanamontiel/10017574.article

COMPARING THE THREE DESIGN CONCEPTS EXISTING CONDITIONS

A GREEN & BLUE OASIS

IMPERVIOUS SURFACE

NATURAL AREAS: MANGROVE & SEA LEVEL RISE + SOFT EDGE HARD EDGE OTHER HABITAT RESILIENCY (LINEAR FEET) (LINEAR FEET) (ACRES) ACCOMMODATION

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FLOODABLE COASTAL LANDSCAPE

SHIFT THE HORIZON

BRIDGE THE DIVIDE

THE VILLAGE + THE ISLAND

34%

5,370

2,972

CONNECTED & ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL

TREE CANOPY (%)

8%

33%

30%

49%

# PARKING SPACES

PARKING STRATEGY

TAMIAMI CROSSINGS

ON-SITE CIRCULATION

Central garage

LANDBRIDGE + UNDERPASS

SPUR ROADS INTO PARKING GARAGE

Central terrain parking+ smaller surface lots at north and south

PEDESTRIAN BRIDGES

WATEFRONT DRIVE

Two garages at the north and south + street parking

TRAFFIC CALMING + IMPROVED CROSSINGS

MAIN STREET + CAR-FREE ISLAND

ENLIVENED DEST FOOD & BEVERAGE AND PARK AMENITIES

PROGRAM OUTDOOR EVENT SPACE

Central surface lot + smaller lots at north and south

1,429

1,820

1,820

1,820

51K SF

205K SF

78K SF

318K SF

74K SF

319K SF

STINATION AREAS ARTS & CULTURAL FACILITIES

97K SF

151K SF

95K SF

ECONOMIC SUSTAINABILITY

CULTURAL VITALITY NEW PERFORMANCE & CULTURAL BUILDING

Expanded central building, inspired by landform

unique architectural opportunities

Distributed cultural, arts, and performance uses, connected by outdoor rooms shaded by trellises

PRESERVE HISTORIC DISTRICT BUILDINGS

EXISTING VAN WEZEL BUILDING

SIGNIFICANT CAPITAL INVESTMENTS

REPLACE AND HONOR

1. Underpass 2. New Piers 3. Expanded Inlet/Eco Edge

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

LOW 60%

HIGH 29% MEDIUM 11%

REPLACE AND HONOR

REPLACE AND HONOR

1.Parking Garage Roof Landscape 2.New Marine Edge at Inlet 3. Tamiami Pedestrian Bridges

1. Dredged Island 2. Relocated Boat Launch 3. Riverwalk

LOW 51%

HIGH 24% MEDIUM 25%

HIGH 13% LOW 68%

MEDIUM 19%

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TECHNICAL DETAILS

Transportation & Parking ANALYSIS WHAT IS THE PARKING DEMAND? 1. WHAT IS PEAK USAGE AT THE BAY? Our team analyzed the parking needs during expected peak use times (ex. Sunday afternoon matinees on a day with nice weather).

• • • • •

X10

Simultaneous performances (4,900 seats) Park users Boaters Restaurant and amenity users Other arts & culture users

RIDESHARE & TAXI = APPROXIMATELY 10 PEOPLE (INCLUDING EMPLOYEES)

2. HOW DO THESE PEOPLE GET TO THE BAY? The demand for parking spaces depends on how many people drive to the Bay. We analyzed three scenarios to understand the potential range of parking demand.

Scenario 2 Reduced Parking Demand

Scenario 3 Lowest Parking Demand

Existing management practices, no additional amenities for pedestrians, bicyclists, and other alternative modes of transportation

Some improvements to encourage alternative mobility options.

Significant improvements to encourage alternative mobility options to get to the Bay (ex. water taxi and rideshare enhancements).

2%

1%

Rideshare & Taxi

2%

1% 0.5 0.5% 2% 1% 1% Rideshare & 2% 1% Taxi 4% 2% 5% 8% Rideshare &

1% 1%

2%

8%

Rideshare & Taxi

Rideshare & Taxi

95%

0.5 1% 0.5% 1% 1% 2% 4% 8% 5%

8%

Existing +15% ModeIncrease in Split Mode Split

80%

Bus

Increase Increase in in Mode Mode SplitSplit

89% 80%

2,740

spaces Taxi or Water TaxiRideshare

+6%+15%

95%89% 80%

2,670

spaces Walking

Bicycling

Driving

Taxi or Rideshare

Bus

spaces Walking

Bicycling

PA R K I N G D E M A N D R A N G E Water Taxi

Water Taxi

Incentives to promote carpooling (ie. preferred parking, parking discounts, online carpool matching services)

BICYCLING Bike paths; bike parking (including secured parking); showers/lockers; maintenance equipment/staff

Rideshare & Taxi

1%

5%

0.5 0.5%

4%

WALKING

8%

Existing +15% +6% Mode Increase Increase in in Mode Mode Split Split Split

3,000

Bicycling Driving

Rideshare & Taxi

Taxi

8%

Curb space for drop-off/pick-up and staging areas for taxis and carshare vehicles

CARPOOLING

Scenario 1 Highest Parking Demand

Rideshare & Taxi

HO W DO W E O PT I MI Z E A LT E RN AT I V E T RA N S P O RTAT I O N ?

Pedestrian bridge or other +6% for safer crossings; improvements Increase in comfortable and safe paths (shade, Mode Split lighting)

89%

TRANSIT

Bus stops & shelters; real-time arrival info & adequate service; downtown shuttle

BOAT Convenient docking area; real-time arrival info

What is the expected future parking demand?

HOW DO WE ACCOMMODATE THIS DEMAND? 1. ON-SITE PARKING: HOW MANY SPACES SHOULD THE SITE HOLD?

2. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BUILD A GARAGE? COST PER SPACE

Factors considered: • Scale of parking

Structured Parking

Recommended

• Community desire to maximize open space

1,700-1,900 spaces

• Cost of structured parking • Future mobility improvements and innovations

$20,000

Adaptive Reuse Garage

$30,000

Garage on lower levels of development

$20,000*

Off site garage with spaces available for The Bay users

$20,000

*cost for the parking areas only PARKING LEGEND

HO W DO W E P LA N P RO ACT I V E LY FO R T H E FU T U RE ?

RIDESHARE BEST PRACTICES Best practices include providing adequate curb space for dropoff/pick-up for taxis, rideshare vehicles, and shuttles. Each vehicle type should have an assigned area which is designated with appropriate signage.

Off-site parking/staging areas should be provided to allow for a quick response once a vehicle is hailed via a mobile application.

NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES

On-Street Parking

On-Street Parking

Off-Street Surface Lot

1/4 Mile Radius

1/2 Mile Radius

3/4 Mile Radius

37

291

631

3. OFF-SITE PARKING: WHAT ARE THE OFF-SITE PARKING OPPORTUNITIES TO ACCOMMODATE DEMAND DURING PEAK TIMES AND EVENTS? Off-Street Surface Lot Parking Garage

Parking Garage

0

231

448

300*

300*

1350

TOTAL 337 822 2429 *Assumes new public parking spaces included in new public parking garage as part of public/private part-

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us

ng

10 mi nu 1/2 te w a mi le lki ra d

Parking garages can be repurposed for other uses in the future if they include flat floors and exterior ramping, sufficient floor to floor heights, and centrally placed cores. Floorplate depths should be considered as well.

Off-site spaces within walking distance could provide additional parking for the Bay. Overall, these off site options can support parking on-site, creating a balanced and accessible parking strategy.

15 mi nu t 3/4 e w m alki ile n ra g di

ADAPTABLE PARKING STRUCTURES

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THE BAY THE BAY

nce dista ing alk dius e w ile ra m

5m in 1/ ut 4

DOWNTOWN

TECHNOLOGY

Off-site Public Parking

PARKING LEGEND On-Street Parking Off-Street Surface Lot Parking Garage

1/4 Mile Radius

1/2 Mile Radius

3/4 Mile Radius

On-street Parking

37

291

631

Off-street Surface Lot

0

231

448

NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES

Parking Garage

1/4 Mile Radius

On-Street Parking

37

Off-Street Surface Lot

0

TOTAL Parking Garage

300*

1/2 Mile Radius 3/4 Mile Radius 300* 600* 1,650 291 631

337

231

300*

822 2,429 448

1350

TOTAL 337 822 2429 *Assumes new public parking spaces included in new public parking garage as part of public/private part-

* New public parking garage

Smart parking will allow for a more convenient and well managed parking system with real-time parking availability, dynamic signage, demand-based pricing, app based programs, smartphone compatibility with parking passes, and online options.

RECOMMENDATIONS 10 POINT TRANSPORTATION PLAN

1

“PARK ONCE” STRATEGY to prevent people from moving their vehicle to get from one area of the site to another (provide transportation across site if necessary).

6

Charge for parking using a TIERED RATE STRUCTURE based on convenience to site.

2

Provide infrastructure that SUPPORTS MULTI-MODAL FORMS OF TRANSPORTATION (i.e. bike, transit, walk, carshare).

7

PERIPHERY PARKING on edges of site or in partnership with the Rosemary District with the support of shuttle service (i.e. buses or golf-carts).

3

Create a TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT STRATEGY that is championed/managed by staff from The Bay where goals are established and initiatives are properly managed.

8

RIDESHARE TRANSPORTATION HUBS (Shared Ride Facilities/Support) at edges of site.

4 5

SHARED PARKING STRATEGY where parking is not reserved for specific users but is available to the public.

Provide TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL during peak events by stopping traffic on 41 and reducing vehicle/pedestrian conflicts.

9 10

PARKING STRUCTURE THAT SUPPORT ADAPTIVE REUSE or where a portion of the structure can be easily demolished due to reduced demand.

TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND PARKING TECHNOLOGY (i.e. real-time traffic info, real-time parking availability info and guidance system, dynamic wayfinding signage, online prepayment parking pass platform, parking pay-by-phone).

TECHNICAL DETAILS

ATER PLAN BOARD 1 Sea Level Flood Considerations Rise Considerations & Resiliency ANALYSIS & FINDINGS

Y REGULATORY CONTEXT CONTEXT TOPOGRAPHY

FEMA FLOOD ZONES

REGULATIONS

The entire Bay site is within the FEMA Flood Zone; it is vulnerable to flooding during a 1% annual chance flood (the “base flood”).

The design of the Bay is regulated by local, state, and federal requirements. The ASCE standards are the most conservative and will guide our design.

FEMA FLOOD ZONES

The Bayfront is a relatively flat site; elevations range predominantly between 4 and 18 feet above mean sea level. Lower areas are more vulnerable to flooding.

REGULATIONS

State of Florida Building Code 6th Edition

Waterfront areas are within the “VE Zone,” which means they are also vulnerable to significant waves during storms.

LEGEND 16-18 FT 14-16 FT 12-14 FT 10-12 FT 8-10 FT 6-8 FT 4-6 FT 2-4 FT 0-2 FT

ASCE 24-14 ASCE 7 *

LEGEND VE ZONE AE ZONE

Sarasota County, FL

City of Sarasota Ordinance

FEMA, NFIP Regulations 44 CPR Parts 59, 60, 65, and 70

Federal Regulations

* ASCE 24-14 = Building Codes for Coastal Construction

Design of the Bayfront

ASCE 7 = Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures

Source: FIRM Maps 12115C10131F and 122115C0133F

PROJECTIONS

In January 2018, Sarasota’s City Commission adopted the Climate Adaptation Plan.

The report uses NOAA 2017 sea level rise projections along with SLOSH Models1 to project future storm surge.

The Plan studies the flooding impacts of a Category 1 Hurricane plus SLR in 2050 and a Category 3 Hurricane plus SLR in 2050.

NS

Hurricane Category

Flood Elevation2

1 2 3 4 5

3.5 ft 10.6 ft 14.4 ft 17.8 ft 21.2 ft

2

SEA LEVEL RISE

Elevation in feet based on

3

KING TIDE4

Year

Sea Level Rise Amount3

2017 2020 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070 2080 2090 2100

0 ft 0.09 ft 0.49 ft 0.88 ft 1.44 ft 2.09 ft 2.85 ft 3.67 ft 4.62 ft 5.64 ft

Feet above 2017 sea level

CATEGORY 1 HURRICANE

CATEGORY 3 HURRICANE

CATEGORY 1

CATEGORY 3

2070

KING TIDE

SITE IMPACTS

TODAY

Major storms and sea level rise (SLR) will serve as a baseline for scenario planning as the design team progresses through the planning process.

HURRICANE STORM SURGE ELEVATION

2050

The success of the Bay requires an understanding of the site’s vulnerability to flooding.

SLOSH = Sea, Lake, and Overland Surge from Hurricanes

AY

1

Source: The National Hurricane Center - Sea, Lake, and Overland Surge from Hurricanes (SLOSH) Model

Source: NOAA et al. 2017 Relative Sea Level Change Scenarios, St. Petersburg Gauge, IntermediateHigh Projections

King Tide is a higher than average high tide caused when the moon is at its closest point to the earth.

4

RECOMMENDATIONS ELEVATIONS

Cultural Facility

Retail/ Restaurant

Maintenance / Storage

Essential Roadways

Essential Parking

Essential Civic Space

Support Roadway

Parking that will be phased out

Critical Infrastructure?

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

No

No

Life Expectancy

50

30

20

30

30

30

20

10

10

Category 1 or King Tide

Category 1 or King Tide

King Tide

King Tide

King Tide

Design Flood Flood Design Class*

Recommended Minimum Elevation (NAVD’88)

Nonessential Civic Space

Category 3

Category 3

Category 3

Category 1 or King Tide

3

1

1

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

18.25 ft

15.84 ft

15.28 ft

6.08 ft

6.08 ft

6.08 ft

5.52 ft

5.13 ft

Floodable

*ASCE has developed Flood Design Classes for the purpose of establishing elevations of lowest floors, flood-resistant materials, equipment and flood proofing.

(Source: Flood Resistant design and Construction, ASCE/SEI 24-14 (2015))

ADDITIONAL RESILIENCY STRATEGIES

Communities across Florida and around the world are implementing “hard” - or constructed resiliency strategies in addition to planning responsibly. Some of these are included here!

Flood Shields

Temporary Barriers

Retractable Barriers

Protect doors, openings, and building contents from flood water.

Deployed when there is a risk of flooding and can be strategically placed to create a flood perimeter around a site.

Helps to isolate large openings as part of a flood defense system and is often designed as a sliding feature.

Backflow Preventer

Prevents sewage from backing up into a building.

Sump Pump

Keeps lower levels dry and prevents flooding.

Earthen Berms

Can be placed in floodprone areas to protect against erosion, run off, and high water.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Arts & Culture Cultural Facilities Perspectives

A Cultural Destination The bayfront is home to a broad range of active arts and cultural activities from world-class performances to locally-focused arts educational programming.

Supporting the revitalization and growth of programs and improving connections between the organizations will inspire new synergies creating a vibrant cultural destination.

VAN WEZEL

Issues with existing facility: • • • •

Outdated Building Systems Insufficient program capacity Needed renovations trigger new FEMA standards Not meeting contemporary standards for visitor experience

Future Opportunities: • • •

“Best in class” venue with improved connection to the Bayfront Goals: Expanding performance and educational programs; increasing access and diversity Maintain competitive edge

SARASOTA ORCHESTRA Current Issues: • • •

3 Program Platforms: Orchestra, Music Festival, Education Utilizes 6 Venues - all have performance shortcomings Current Friedman Symphony Center insufficient capacity to meet current programs and growth

Future Opportunities: • •

New larger facility (on or off site) Expand programs; improve patron experience; serve broader community

ART CENTER SARASOTA • • • •

Sarasota’s inclusive environment to view, create and exhibit new art.

Future plans to expand - serve as Sarasota’s hub for visual arts.

Altered representation of Sarasota School of Architecture (1948, Frank C. Martin) Eligible as a contributing structure for local and national historic designation

SARASOTA GARDEN CLUB •

•

Preserving gardens and historic landmarks; promoting environment, conservation and civic beautification through education and programs.

Significant representative of Sarasota School of Architecture (1960, John Crowell) - Eligible for National and County RHP.

BLUE PAGODA •

G.WIZ (CLOSED)

MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM & HAZARD FOUNTAIN • • •

Legend Bayfront Historic District

EDUCATION

SOCIAL EVENTS

Well preserved example of Sarasota School of Architecture (1956, Victor Lundy)- Eligible for National and County RHP.

REGISTERED HISTORIC BUILDING

NATURE

TRADE SHOWS

MUSIC

VISUAL ARTS+ EXHIBITION

PERFORMING ART

Sarasota’s Civic and Cultural Landmark Art Deco & Modern Style (1937, Thomas Reed Martin) U.S. National Register of Historic Places,1995.

KEY TAKEAWAY:

Let’s create a vibrant, diverse arts and cultural hub, welcoming to all, with indoor and outdoor events!

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Cultural Needs Analysis CULTURAL NEEDS ASSESSMENT STAK EHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Existing Site Users • Van Wezel Hall • Sarasota Orchestra • Sarasota Garden Club • Art Center Sarasota

ASPIRATIONS

Broader Arts Community Stakeholders • Westcoast Black Theater • SaraSolo Fest Troupe • Gulf Coast Community Foundation • Circus Conservatory • Ringling Museum & • Sarasota Underground Archive • Harvey Milk Fest • Asolo Rep Theatre • Bank United • Selby Gardens • The Children’s Garden

• • • • •

Affordable & Informal Welcoming, Accessible & Inclusive Flexible & Versatile Always Active, daily, weekly, all year long Broad Spectrum of Arts, Culture, Entertainment • Variety of Food & Beverage Options • Remain as “Florida’s Cultural Coast”

A NEW ARTS & CULTURE SOLUTION WILL BE:

Vibrant Community Asset

Bayfront Destination

Incubator & Attractor for Creativity

HISTORIC DISTRICT

The Historic District includes the Municipal Auditorium, Hazard Fountain, Art Center Sarasota, Chidsey Library (History Museum), The Blue Pagoda and the Sarasota Garden Club.

SARASOTA ORCHESTRA The Orchestra is undergoing a planning process to secure a new permanent performance home that meets their long term vision and goals.

GWIZ The City has funded demolition of this structure; its size and location vulnerable to flooding make adaptive reuse impractical and cost prohibitive.

Resilient & Sustainable

Open to all Sarasotans & A Community Connector

ALL THREE DESIGN OPTIONS PRESERVE & ENHANCE THESE BUILDINGS AS A CORE CONTRIBUTOR TO THE BAY’S IDENTITY THE DESIGN OPTIONS CONSIDER POSSIBILITIES FOR A NEW VENUE EITHER ON OR OFF THE SITE

ALL DESIGN OPTIONS EXPLORE ALTERNATIVE USES ON THE EXISTING GWIZ SITE WHILE STILL HONORING THE SITE’S CULTURAL HISTORY.

WHAT ABOUT VAN WEZEL HALL? NEED FOR NEW VENUE

WHAT ABOUT THE EXISTING BUILDING?

The Van Wezel is Foundation in partnership with the City presented a planning study to the City Commission in 2015 which addressed future facility needs for the hall’s programming. The current building will not meet the needs, and renovating it into a “best in class” venue is cost-prohibitive.

With the construction of a new performing arts venue, what happens to the existing building?

This decision will ultimately be up to the City of Sarasota, the owner, and operator of the existing building, but you can share your feedback today to contribute to the conversation.

CHALLENGES WITH EXISTING FACILITY: •

Building does not meet current technical and acoustical standards

OPTIONS EXPLORED

•

Insufficient capacity and scheduling availability to meet current programming & projected growth

REPURPOSE FOR NEW USE

HONOR IN CREATIVE WAY

OPPORTUNITIES:

OPPORTUNITIES:

Needed renovations trigger new FEMA standards (existing building sits within FEMA’s “VE flood zone” which means it is vulnerable to storm surge and significant waves during storms)

•

•

Recreate the most iconic aspect of the theater and use for outdoor performance stage.

•

Not meeting contemporary standards for visitor experience

•

Creates a new related venue that maximizes the Bayfront Experience

•

•

CHALLENGES:

ASPIRATIONS FOR A PERFORMING ARTS FACILITY: •

Diversity of Programming

•

Economic Sustainability

•

Bayfront Identity + Activation

They have found that a new facility will best meet their goals in a cost-effective way.

OUR TEAM HAS INCORPORATED THE IDEA OF A NEW PERFORMING ARTS HALL WITH A STRONG CONNECTION TO THE BAYFRONT IN ALL THREE DESIGN CONCEPTS.

Retrofit for other non-performance based community use

•

Upgrading the building’s facilities and addressing deferred maintenance will likely trigger modern FEMA standards which will require extensive physical adaptation and elevation

An artful way to honor a treasured era of Sarasota history.

CHALLENGES:

Building location will continue to be very vulnerable to flooding, especially over time

EXAMPLE: SIPONTO, PUGLIA ITALY

•

Building sits within FEMA’s “VE Flood zone”

•

Building does not fully embrace bayfront; keeping it would reduce opportunities for waterfront connectivity

•

Maintenance of building will continue to increase

•

•

Losing part of Sarasota’s Architectural Legacy

Italian artist Edoardo Tresoldi has resurrected the bones of the Basilica di Siponto in Puglia, Italy, with a wire mesh installation that gives the site of the ancient church new life.

VAN WEZEL TRACE: SEE VILLAGE & THE ISLAND DESIGN CONCEPT

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Economic Sustainability & Funding The Sarasota Bay Planning Organization, the City and the Community have committed to planning The Bay to be financially feasible, operationally doable, and environmentally sustainable. Activated community destinations rely on a mix of funding sources to fund design, construction and long-term operations. Planning for a sustainable future means we must consider both the resources required to implement the vision, called Capital, as well as the resources required for its long-term success. called Operations and Maintenance.

CAPITAL Capital costs support long-term investment and are incurred to build projects with a useful life of ten or more years (often, many more years). Capital budgets for destinations designed to appeal to the public may include line items for supporting connections, creating locations for community and cultural events and programming, facilitating site activation, creating amenities for users, etc.

CASE STUDIES Every project has a different profile when it comes to capital sources. Here are three examples from other revitalization projects from across the country.

The planning team is evaluating the specific potential resources in Sarasota to understand what a likely array may look like!

SANTE FE RAILYARDS Sante Fe, NM ∙ 50 acres Operated by Santa Fe Railyard Community Corporation (SFRCC)

PUBLIC FUNDING • City/County Bond Issues: General obligation bonds, some requiring referendum

The Sante Fe Railyards revitalized a previously blighted area around local rail lines by adding new public spaces; arts, culture, and community tenants; and restoring commuter rail service.

• Other Local Sources: Park capital budgets, developer impact fees • State and Federal Sources: Transportation, land preservation and resilience grants

BROOKLYN BRIDGE PARK

49%

51%

PUBLIC & VALUE CAPTURE CONTRIBUTED

1%

Brooklyn, NYC ∙ 84 acres Operated by the Brooklyn Bridge Park Corporation*

VALUE CAPTURE

The site of the Brooklyn Bridge Park was formerly used for cargo operations until 1984. A public planning process for a new park was initiated in the late 1990s, and park construction has been completed in phases, with the first phases opening in 2010.

• Tax Increment Financing: Bonds supported by incremental property taxes from adjacent projects • Tourist Development Tax: Incremental hotel taxes from nearby downtown hotels • Other: Bonds supported by parking revenues, sales taxes

99% PUBLIC & VALUE CAPTURE CONTRIBUTED

GRAND PARK

CONTRIBUTED • Philanthropy: Individual donations Foundation support Corporate support Naming rights

Los Angeles, CA ∙ 12 acres Joint venture of the City of Los Angeles and Los Angeles County The Grand Park is a new green space for downtown Los Angeles in partnership with the adjacent Music Center.

11%

89% PUBLIC & VALUE CAPTURE CONTRIBUTED

Though no community is exactly like Sarasota, there is much we can learn from others. Below are three case studies of successful public spaces and the strategies they use to ensure long-term sustainability. Signature public spaces across the country leverage a variety of funding sources to support the sustainability of their operations and maintenance.

OPERATIONS + MAINTENANCE A revitalized bayfront site will include a range of features and amenities that may also help generate funding to support ongoing maintenance, programming, and management.

CASE STUDIES Every project has a different profile when it comes to capital sources. Here are three examples from other revitalization projects from across the country.

The planning team is evaluating the specific potential resources in Sarasota to understand what a likely array may look like!

ROMARE BEARDEN PUBLIC FUNDING • Baseline funding from City/County

$50K O&M PER ACRE

Charlotte, NC ∙ 50 acres Operated by Mecklenburg County)

29%

• Year-long music and arts programming • Paris memory lounge area • Childhood Muse Plaza • 2 public gardens • Concession stand

VALUE CAPTURE • Ongoing Community Development District • BID / Special Assessment District

CONTRIBUTED • Membership Program • Grants • Event Sponsorship • Other Philanthropic Contributions

EARNED INCOME • Public Festivals • Weddings and Other Private Events • Parking Fees • Food and Beverage Amenity Lease Revenue • Revenue from Water-Side Activities

BROOKLYN BRIDGE PARK

71% PUBLIC FUNDING EARNED INCOME

$185K O&M PER ACRE

Brooklyn, NYC ∙ 84 acres Operated by the Brooklyn Bridge Park Corporation* • Art and cultural events, including movie screenings, book readings, and concerts • Sports fields and pools • Restaurants • Environmental education center • Dog runs

SHELBY FARMS PARK Memphis, TN ∙ 4,500 acres Operated by the Shelby Farms Park Conservancy • • • • • •

Guided hikes Horseback rides Bike and boat rentals Restaurants Art and fitness classes Adventure course

16%

84% VALUE CAPTURE EARNED INCOME

$1K O&M PER ACRE 31%

23%

46% PUBLIC FUNDING CONTRIBUTED EARNED INCOME

TECHNICAL DETAILS

BOATING USER SURVEY

640

Between March 20 and April 8, Moffit and Nichol conducted a user survey on the existing Centennial Boat Ramp and parking lot over the course of 7 full and 7 half days at different times of the day and week. Users across the survey were generally happy with the facility! The following summarize their key early findings.

Users Surveyed!

BOAT RAMP USAGE USES PER HOUR Weekend average is 8 uses (launch or retrieve) per hour, peak of up to 20 uses per hour.

Weekday average is 4 uses per hour

WEEKEND

PEAK USE PER DAY DURING SURVEY

139

LOT FULL?

PER DAY

WEEKDAY

CAPACITY

0% At no time during the survey was the parking lot observed as full!

PER DAY

Wednesday March 21

Sunday March 25

74 19

TRAILER

(TWO-DEEP)

PARKING SPOTS

PARKING SPOTS

EFFICIENCY • The parking lot, as designed, has a few inefficiencies.

• The trailer parking spots are two-deep but are rarely never used that way.

• Drive aisles are over-sized for the traffic volumes and turning movements.

WAIT TIME

18 out of 640 Ramp Users experienced a wait.

Wait time was less than 5 minutes.

BOAT STATISTICS

93% POWER BOATS!

Assumed annual users based on existing data and survey

PARKING LOT USAGE

13

≈ 3%

19,500

USER STATISTICS

22’ 50’

Average Boat Length

LONGEST BOAT LENGTH OBSERVED

24% CITY

• CRUISE CHARTERS • FISHING CHARTERS • REPAIR SERVICES

48% COUNTY

72% LOCAL USERS-

WITHIN 6 MILE DRIVE

UP TO 70% COMMERICAL USE

FREQUENT USERS

USER PATTERN

Many users are recurring users who frequent the ramp on average 3 times per month or 35 times per year (from prior study)

• Most users do not stop other places on the waterfront.

• Those that do stop are getting bait or ice