ConnectEC Final Presentation

Community Event 3.0 | August 30, 2023

Today’s agenda Time

Activity

5:30 PM - 5:40 PM

Attendees arrive & sign in

5:40 PM - 5:45 PM

Welcome & team introductions

5:45 PM - 6:20 PM

Summary of ConnectEC recommendations

6:20 PM - 6:25 PM

Kamla - Next Steps

6:25 PM - 6:45 PM

Small group prioritization exercise

6:45 PM - 7:00 PM

Additional feedback at stations

01

Background Previous plans and community feedback

Previous Planning History

2015

2022

Development Framework & Target Area Plan

Community Update on Target Area

2020

East Cleveland Visioning Project

2022 Action Plan for Target Area

Target Area

2022

Circle East District Project goal: Redevelop the residential and commercial districts at the East Cleveland western gateway to University Circle in order to expand East Cleveland’s property and income tax base, and act as the catalyst for further transformational redevelopment.

CircleEastDistrict.org

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ConnectEC Community Engagement Process

2023

Circle East District + ConnectEC The ConnectEC complements the residential development planned for the Circle East District. From January to August 2023, together, we will create the physical, cultural, and social identities that will define this neighborhood and support its ongoing evolution.

Project Website Learn more about the project and stay up-to-date on upcoming events at:

ConnectEastCleveland.com

What is placemaking?

Placemaking means creating places and focusing on transforming public spaces to strengthen the connections between people and these places. Placemaking is a process centered on people and their needs, aspirations, desires, and visions, which rely strongly on community participation.

What is placekeeping?

Placekeeping is the active care and maintenance of a place and its social fabric by the people who live and work there. It is not just preserving buildings, but keeping the cultural memories associated with a locale alive, while supporting the ability of local people to maintain their way of life as they choose.

Project design priorities

Environment

Safe Circulation

Signage

Amenities

Promote community cohesion, trust, and safety.

Improve accessibility to increase connectivity and walkability.

Create signage and public art to set this neighborhood apart as a distinct place.

Provide amenities for neighborhood green spaces that are inviting and useful.

Engagement activities 01

Walking Tour

02

Youth Focus Group

03

Groundwork

Design Options

Review Vision

Community Meeting 01 to establish priorities

Public Open House 02 to present design alternatives

Community Event 03 to share placemaking recommendations

Community Event 1.0 | Salvation Army

Neighborhood Walking Tour | Woodlawn and Penrose

Public Open House | Mickey’s Building

Youth Focus Group | 3MB mentoring program on Wadena St.

Youth Focus Group Takeaways: ● ● ●

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Roy Smith

Favorite mural "Bold Colors / Afrofuturism" General preference for colorful, vibrant placemaking elements Second favorite mural was "Historic / Performing Arts", which was the favorite of other survey respondents ○ Student said: "It makes people learn about history" Both chose colorful crosswalk as their preferred option Both chose Greenway option #2: Sidewalk w/ tables & seats Both chose pocket park “Divided Areas with lawn and paths" Themes they talked about was the desire to see: ○ Vacant lots filled with new houses ○ More people living here ○ See more people outside, not just staying in their houses ○ More community events, like BBQs and small gatherings ○ Places to relax in a park. ○ Came up with Greenway before we discussed it.

They also loved the rendering of the Mickey's building area ○ Really liked banners on poles to show people from far away that something special is over here ○ Colorful crosswalk was a hit ○ Liked to see a new sign and benches outside of a cafe ○ Loved the bright red color used on the street

03 Placemaking Recommendations Based on community feedback

Key Themes Nature-inspired design, healing and sustainable

Arts & culture, both historic and present

Brighten up neighborhood, colorful and bold moments

Welcoming spirit, local pride and diversity

COMMUNITY IDEAS

Interactive model from Public Open House 2.0

COMMUNITY IDEAS

PROPOSED ACTIONS GREENWAY

POCKET PARK

PUBLIC ART

STREETSCAPE

LANDSCAPE

GREENWAY Before

GREENWAY Community generated concepts

GREENWAY Linear pathway and park

Greenway features: ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Connects Woodlawn to Wadena Designed to maximize safety with open lines of sight and maintenance New trees planted Winding path for walking and cycling Part of a neighborhood walking route Seating areas near street edges Can incorporate play areas and public art

GREENWAY Linear pathway and park

Exercise New homes Tree buffer Playscape/public art Trail

Benches

Open at eye-level

POCKET PARK

Shade Structure | Community generated concepts

POCKET PARK

Picnic Tables | Community painted

POCKET PARK Community concepts

Benches

Playscapes

POCKET PARK

POCKET PARK Aerial view

Bench

POCKET PARK Aerial view Natural Playscape Open lawn

Tree buffer

Picnic tables Bike racks Benches Park sign Trash can

Walking trail

BBQ grills Gazebo

PUBLIC ART

Wall Mural | Community created concepts

Nature

Local historic performers

Diverse children

African culture

PUBLIC ART

Sculpture | Cardinal Concept

PUBLIC ART

Sculpture | Existing Example in Vancouver

PUBLIC ART

Bike Racks

PUBLIC ART

Bus Shelter Graphics | Existing Examples

PUBLIC ART

Bus Shelter Graphics | Circle East District concept

Current RTA Bus Shelter

PUBLIC ART

Bus Shelter Graphics | Natural Patterns Concept

Current RTA Bus Shelter

PUBLIC ART

Manhole Covers | Natural Form and Colorful Patterns Concept

LANDSCAPE

Walking Trail | Examples of route signage

LANDSCAPE

Rain Garden | Existing examples

LANDSCAPE ● ●

New Trees

Planted in Greenway 24 different species

LANDSCAPE

Landscape Planting Beds

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Expanding sidewalks on Woodlawn Planters on Euclid Wider sidewalk @ RTA station

LANDSCAPE

Streetscape Elements | Planters and cafe seating

STREETSCAPE Crosswalks | Painted with community participation

STREETSCAPE Benches

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Must be low maintenance Should have back support for all users’ comfort Consistent look across different locations Could be colorful to add vibrancy Durable materials, including wood for natural feel We will select specific design in the future

STREETSCAPE Cafe Seating Before

STREETSCAPE After

STREETSCAPE Placemaking Elements

Street trees Banners

Benches Crosswalk

Sidewalk planters Curb bumpout Street parking

Walking route sign Cafe seating

Light poles

Cafe sign Bike racks

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Next Steps What should we expect to happen soon?

2023 September ● Finalize recommendations based on today’s feedback ● Start fundraising for park & public art ● Request for development proposals for Euclid Avenue October ● Complete Tree Study ● Remove dead trees and clear the greenway November: Add planters & public art in front of Mickey’s December: complete renovation of Mickey’s 2024 Spring ● Plant trees on greenway ● Break ground on new homes on Woodlawn ● Fundraising for Euclid Avenue streetscape improvements Post City construction of infrastructure work on Woodlawn ● New sidewalks & tree lawns on Woodlawn

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Prioritization Activity What should happen first?

WHAT SHOULD HAPPEN FIRST? Partner Conversation Instructions 1. Introduce yourself to someone sitting next to you.

2. Discuss which placemaking actions you’re excited to see happen first. Share why.

3. Write a number in the box next to the action you want to rank in order from 1-10.

Let’s go!

Thank you!

Stay connected with us at: ConnectEastCleveland.com