Loading Glossary… Finn Pollard Oct 25 2024 at 1:22PM on page 7
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Would make sure that these grocery stores/markets are on the smaller size while still being fully functioning and are infill development
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The Second Street Summit was held on June 29th at the Speakeasy at the Hippodrome. Participants wrote strategies for bringing Second Street back to life. Comment on the following document to provide your input. Please contact LaJuan Neal with any additional questions. LaJuan.Neal@rva.gov, 804-646-0455.
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Finn Pollard Oct 25 2024 at 1:21PM on page 7
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Would make sure the zoning re-write easily allows for this through mixed-use
Finn Pollard Oct 25 2024 at 1:20PM on page 7
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What is the break down of this? Will the universities each get a spot? How many spots will corporate stakeholders and HJWA get? Also, how are corporate stakeholders identified and chosen?
Finn Pollard Oct 25 2024 at 1:20PM on page 6
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Would this be for any development or ones specific to people who are long time residents of 2nd St./ Greater Jackson Ward?
Finn Pollard Oct 25 2024 at 1:19PM on page 6
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Would the city be able to help further add funds to this grants program?
Finn Pollard Oct 25 2024 at 1:19PM on page 6
This section is awesome.
Finn Pollard Oct 25 2024 at 1:18PM on page 5
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Would this be in addition to the hotels that exist close by from the convention center?
Finn Pollard Oct 25 2024 at 1:18PM on page 5
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While a tourism center could be helpful I wonder if this plan is more so currently aimed at the people who currently live in Jackson Ward or to attract people to visit the street from outside of the city.
Finn Pollard Oct 25 2024 at 1:17PM on page 5
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Also adding traffic calming measures around 3rd and Jackson where cars exit I-64 would be helpful to help people feel safer walking to 2nd St. from that area.
Finn Pollard Oct 25 2024 at 1:16PM on page 4
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It would be helpful to strategically think about this step with the trees strategy in mind. If this is a project that is coming after tree plantings, I wonder if it would harm the recently planted trees through all the equipment it will take to do this process.
As well, I think working with the Urban Forestry Dept. to make sure trees planted won't upturn a lot of the bricks, in turn making it harder for people in a wheel chair to go down the sidewalk.
As well, I think working with the Urban Forestry Dept. to make sure trees planted won't upturn a lot of the bricks, in turn making it harder for people in a wheel chair to go down the sidewalk.
Finn Pollard Oct 25 2024 at 1:16PM on page 3
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I'd suggest making sure that tree maintenance is in the strategies schedule as well since many young trees will need more help more support than more established ones.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 9:38AM on page 6
This should also include 1st St. (there is a history in this area where parts of the commercial uses in JW were left out of participation in the FIP. Still don't understand how that occurred.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 9:36AM on page 5
Would suggest "preserve existing rights-of-way, and acquire through easement or acquisition..." so that access to rear of property and secondary access for parking, etc. can occur. Without alleys, everything is front-loaded. Not good.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 9:33AM on page 5
RO-2 should go away, too.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 9:31AM on page 4
Good idea. Over time, every sidewalk in JW should be brick.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 9:30AM on page 3
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Put all of 2nd St. in the OHD. Theoretically, almost every building along that stretch could be removed; yikes!
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 9:23AM on page 5
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How is it possible that stretches of 2nd St. are not in the OHD? A question that includes other places as well.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 9:21AM on page 8
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There already is a pedestrian-scale light in Jackson Ward. This pic should be removed and a pic of the exist'g fixture added.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 9:19AM on page 8
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This is landscape lighting. Should be replaced with pic of exist'g ped light.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 9:08AM on page 5
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All of this is possible now, just make sure it translates in the rezoning.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 9:06AM on page 4
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We installed Wayfinding in this area. Build off of that for design consistency to highlight, especially for pedestrians, how to get around in the area.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 9:03AM on page 2
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Property maintenance in the area has taken a huge hit throughout the area (including all the other areas). Fully capitalize at least the Facade Improvement Program (FIP) to really help those who want to do something. Pair that with a carrot/stick approach that would utilize Property Maintenance Code Enforcement to help identify commercial properties in the area that need work, but have them feed into the FIP. There may be people who are willing to invest with a matching grant. The City did over 35 FIP grants in the Arts District, but only a couple on 2nd. Needs an "energy infusion" so that entrepreneurs can see a future there.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 8:57AM on page 2
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Make sure we provide sufficient on-street parking for visitors.
Mark A. Olinger Oct 17 2024 at 8:53AM on page 2
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I know it's easy to move right to "streetscape improvements" but understanding the market for 2nd St. (and other parts of Jackson Ward, esp. 1st St. which is paired w/2nd St. in very many significant ways), Marshall, Adams, N. Broad, Clay and 3rd St. is essential to making the commercial streets and nodes in the area to develop to their fullest potential. The area has been decimated and we need to work on that first.
Laurance Wieder Oct 16 2024 at 11:29AM on page 5
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Planning needs to acknowledge and protect the mostly residential character of Historic Jackson Ward. 1st Street between Duval and Clay is entirely residential; ditto St James. From Adams to Belvidere, residences extend to Marshall St. 2nd Street is part of the neighborhood, not some commodity to be hyped with "branding" and sectioned off from the local community.
Laurance Wieder Oct 16 2024 at 11:18AM on page 4
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All of Jackson Ward should have unique street signs that distinguish it as an historic district, like street signs in the Fan and in the Museum District.
Marilyn Oct 16 2024 at 11:12AM on page 6
Please form a small business hub. This would be for advice, loan referrals and tracking landlords that have no vested interest in cleaning up their properties. The building on the corner of Marshall and 2nd has been vacant for over 12 years and is just a disgrace. The owner needs to be fined regularly.
in reply to Charlene's comment
Laurance Wieder Oct 16 2024 at 11:11AM on page 2
There are parking garages and parking lots of Third Street; Marshall from Third to 8th is a desolation row of parking garages. Humans before cars.
in reply to Angela's comment
Angela Oct 14 2024 at 4:19PM on page 5
As a current resident of Jackson Ward, I frequently notice significant congestion caused by bike lanes that are rarely used, which reduce car traffic to one lane. With the traffic from Mama J's, buses, and cars trying to park or make left turns, there's daily noticeable congestion. Bike lanes don't relieve traffic congestion; instead, they add to it. My perspective comes from living in the neighborhood, not from the viewpoint of someone who benefits from these rarely used bike lanes.
Marilyn Campbell Oct 14 2024 at 4:06PM on page 2
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There are so many untold stories of the businesses that existed in Jackson Ward over the century. The spirit of the history comes from its residents, descendants, those in the community. i believe the concept of a rotating paid residential task force may better assist the city in bringing to light the aspired glory. Just as Main St from Shockoe area, Jackson Ward should be a primary historical point of interest for Richmond. The health and wealth was not by one most are aware of ---Maggie Walker, but the unity of the common goal to uplift the people! How can we not better research and tell it! Tell it! Help others to recognize the significance. Improve City communications and info about its communities.
Marilyn Campbell Oct 14 2024 at 3:47PM on page 7
Develop a grant funded program to assist homeowners in maintaining historic zoned property integrity. Examples: assistance with painting frontal areas, removing graffiti in alleys, window replacement, stairway or rail needs, Offer ironwork replacement if feasible. Could include as a match funding on some programs. Goal is to assist residents to stay in the home. As aging occurs, residents may be forced to move versus code enforced historic designation requirements. It is important to avoid tactics that increase gentrification. You may build a better 2nd Street, but don't forget the existing--long standing residential base.
Angela Oct 11 2024 at 6:04PM on page 6
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How might the Facade Improvement Program affect long-standing minority-owned businesses in the area? The goal of these improvements should not be to encourage gentrification, which could displace businesses that have been established for years.
Angela Oct 11 2024 at 6:00PM on page 5
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How would this affect street crossings, particularly on the block of 100 E. Clay Street? Could it direct additional traffic down this residential block, potentially causing significant issues?
Angela Oct 11 2024 at 5:57PM on page 5
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Since Jackson Ward is a residential neighborhood, I strongly recommend discouraging nightlife, such as nightclubs and late-night activities. These types of establishments often attract crime and violence, disrupting the otherwise quiet neighborhood. Jackson Ward should not adopt the atmosphere of other areas like The Fan and The Bottom.
Angela Oct 11 2024 at 5:54PM on page 5
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It's well known that Jackson Ward is one of the city's hot spots for the highest temperature readings. Repaving streets and adding more trees will help alleviate these high temperatures. For example, this year, we recorded consecutive days with temperatures as high as 109 degrees.
Eric King Oct 10 2024 at 5:09PM on page 7
Yes
Eric King Oct 10 2024 at 5:02PM on page 6
Yes
Eric King Oct 10 2024 at 4:59PM on page 5
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Especially crossing Leigh
Eric King Oct 10 2024 at 4:34PM on page 5
Yes
Eric King Oct 10 2024 at 4:33PM on page 5
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What constitutes a 'Priority Street' in this context?
Eric King Oct 10 2024 at 3:35PM on page 4
Yes
in reply to Angela's comment
Kelsy Oct 10 2024 at 3:31PM on page 5
I disagree. I ride my bike on the 1st street bike lane from Northside to my office in the Arts District everyday. Without the bike lane, I would be forced to ADD to the congestion by driving in a car that takes up much more space than my bike. The more appealing you can make biking or riding the bus for people, the less traffic congestion we will have.
Eric King Oct 10 2024 at 3:29PM on page 4
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Consider 'brick' pavers: cheaper and less likely to end up like the crumbling brick sidewalks in the Fan
Kelsy Oct 10 2024 at 3:25PM on page 3
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How will this be accomplished? There should be equitable public engagement before any branding is implemented.
Eric King Oct 10 2024 at 3:22PM on page 3
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Show preference for female trees when possible to reduce pollen/allergies
Eric King Oct 10 2024 at 3:17PM on page 3
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Pro parklet
in reply to John Bonano's comment
Josh Oct 10 2024 at 2:13PM on page 2
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I agree! I go to Jackson Ward most first Fridays, but rarely have a reason to go to 2nd street. More gallery or art spaces would be cool.
in reply to Charlene's comment
Josh Oct 10 2024 at 2:11PM on page 2
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One solution could be to create a parking garage like the ones on Cary St. I think discouraging cars is good because this area is so central and easily accessible by a combination of bus/bike/walking.
Angela Oct 10 2024 at 10:54AM on page 5
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The suggestion to reduce car lanes and allocate one lane for buses is impractical for our neighborhood. As a resident of Clay Street between 1st and 2nd Street, I have witnessed the severe traffic congestion caused by the addition of bike lanes on 1st Street, which was a terrible decision. Reducing 2nd Street to one car lane and one bus lane would significantly slow down traffic and divert it onto Clay Street, exacerbating congestion. During the review of these proposed projects, it is crucial to consider the impact on current and future residents.
Angela Oct 10 2024 at 10:39AM on page 3
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I wasn’t able to attend the Jackson Ward Summit meeting, so I’m not sure what was discussed about the current foot traffic in the neighborhood. We have several bus stops along the 2nd Street corridor, and I’m wondering if there was any discussion about relocating or limiting these stops, as they tend to attract trash and vagrancy.
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