HIGH LINE CANAL FRAMEWORK PLAN PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE APRIL 10 & APRIL 26, 2018
Community Feedback Summary
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Community Feedback Summary Two identical public open house meetings were held in April for the High Line Canal Framework Plan. Information shown included background information on the Framework Plan process, the existing conditions analysis based on each Vision Principle and signage design options. The two meetings included: ■■
Tuesday, April 10 2018 - 4:30pm to 7:30pm Goodson Recreation Center
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Thursday, April 26 2018 - 4:30pm to 7:30pm Aurora Public Library
Total 380+ attendees Equivalent of filling 8 coach buses
2 Framework Plan for the High Line Canal
Total of 390+ comments recorded
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS Attendees were asked to place dots on ideas they support and provide comments within each Vision Principle and on the overall map. General themes and areas of strongest support or concern include:
Natural:
Care and maintenance of trees continues to be a top interest of the public. There is a strong desire to plant new native trees and plants that require less water as well as planting a greater diversity of tree species. Support for the Canal as a wildlife corridor continues to be important.
Connected:
While many specific crossings were identified, there was a strong desire to provide additional neighborhood access points and bridges to connect to the Canal. There continues to be varying desires for trail surface and locations for a secondary path. Many expressed concern about e-bikes and their speeds along the Canal.
Varied:
Strong desire to preserve and create more awareness for the historic and cultural resources along the Canal. Feedback encouraged the use of multiple languages (in signage) through the Denver and Aurora sections.
Managed:
There was strong support for directing and diverting stormwater to the Canal. Overall management and maintenance of the Canal is very important to attendees including trash pick-up, pet waste clean-up and management of stormwater. There was a desire for more maintenance and community clean-up days.
Enhanced:
Attendees expressed the desire for more trash cans, benches and restrooms. Wayfinding signs are important at key access points, and there was a desire for educational signage especially in Denver and Aurora.
Signage & Wayfinding:
Attendees expressed a desire to keep signage minimal and contextually appropriate. There was also a desire for mile markers and 1/2 mile markers.
WHERE DO YOU USE THE CANAL At each meeting, attendees were asked to place a dot where they use the Canal. The green dots are from the Goodson meeting, and the red dots are from the Aurora meeting.
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NATURAL FEEDBACK SUMMARY G O O D S O N R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R
49%
of respondents support
tree care, saving trees and/or replanting tree
20% of respondents expressed the need to provide
Water for trees
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12% of respondents support wildlife corridor
“Preserve existing trees – they are what make the Canal special.” “Save the trees! Save nature and wildlife – need more water!” “Planting with native shrubs, grasses and trees.”
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NATURAL FEEDBACK SUMMARY AURORA CENTRAL LIBRARY
36% of respondents ask for Diverse species of trees and more new trees
26% of respondents support wildlife corridor & habitats
“More native plants and more diverse trees.”
“I see lots of mature trees but very little new trees planted. “ “More environmental interaction.” “Maintain natural setting. Leave cottonwoods. Leave wildlife corridor!”
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CONNECTED & CONTINUOUS FEEDBACK SUMMARY G O O D S O N R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R
28%
of respondents call for safer
crossing at Broadway or Santa Fe
25%
of respondents call for
Improving Access
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We heard to improve crossings at • • •
Colorado & Hampden Colorado & Holly Windsor Gardens & Aurora
“Safety issue where the Canal crosses Broadway (3 times!) at Ridge, near Arapahoe and at Caley. We need an underpass!” “Access is a key to neighborhood support. “ “More cycling safety lanes accessing High Line Canal – Cherry Creek, Chatfield, etc. Many cyclists have to use cars to get to bikes to Canal.”
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CONNECTED & CONTINUOUS FEEDBACK SUMMARY AURORA CENTRAL LIBRARY
27% of respondents support Safe Crossings
We heard to improve crossings at “Improve canal access behind YMCA at S Broadway and E. Dry creek.” “Easy access to RTD park and Rides.”
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I-70 Santa Fe Mile 60 Onward Havana Street
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Yale & S. Holly Havana & Exposition
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VARIED FEEDBACK SUMMARY G O O D S O N R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R
37%
of respondents advocate for
Recognizing the Canal’s History
Celebrate agriculture uses - old farms, barns, old photographs
“Awareness and appreciation of the historic elements of the Canal.” “Preserve headgate 165!” “Open up to mountain views”
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“Agricultural uses celebrated – old farms, barns, etc. “
VARIED FEEDBACK SUMMARY AURORA CENTRAL LIBRARY
“Give some historical facts into in areas of canal that are important info to know.”
Desire for some festivals or fairs.
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MANAGED FEEDBACK SUMMARY G O O D S O N R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R
20%
of respondents advocate
Using Stormwater to support Planting
Maintenance of the Canal including trashup and pet wastecleanup.
“Consistent rules – what side to walk and bike on, who yields to whom, bike speed limit. “
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MPH SPEED LIMIT
Managing bike and pedestrian traffic, such as speed limit on bikes.
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“Enforced speed limits for bikers!” “On Quincy-Belleview stretch, some dangerous drop-offs due to erosion should be addressed. “
MANAGED FEEDBACK SUMMARY AURORA CENTRAL LIBRARY
18%
of respondents want more
Community Clean Ups
14%
of respondents advocate
Using Stormwater to support Planting
Partnership with schools near the canal or YMCA for Canal programming
“Partner with schools near the Canal.” “More community clean-ups.”
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ENHANCED FEEDBACK SUMMARY G O O D S O N R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R
25%
more amenities such as Benches, Restrooms, and/or Trash Cans
of respondents want
11%
of respondents encourage using
Wood Benches from Dead Tree “When possible, provide jogging/walking trail as separate option than bike, horses, etc. “
“Rental/share bikes at Goodson Rec Center.”
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“More events, guided walks, natural walks with purpose and knowledge of historic info – signage. “ “Call boxes in key located for safety.”
ENHANCED FEEDBACK SUMMARY AURORA CENTRAL LIBRARY
27%
of respondents want
more Restrooms and/or Benches
Wider Path, separate bikers and pedestrians
More programs such as playground, park, workout stations and dog park
“Develop and post policies for e-bike usage.” “Keep it gravel, not paved.” “Natural seating - logs, boulders, wooden benches.“
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SIGNAGE FEEDBACK SUMMARY G O O D S O N R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R
APRIL 2018
APRIL 2018
SIGNAGE CONCEPT 1
SIGNAGE CONCEPT 2
T Y P I C A L S I G N A G E & W AY F I N D I N G F A m I L Y
T Y P I C A L S I G N A G E & W AY F I N D I N G F A m I L Y
N A R R AT I v E :
N A R R AT I v E :
This option gives voice to the natural beauty of the High Line Canal by using honest, natural and raw materials by blending contemporary and rustic touches that pay homage to the varying urban and natural uses of the trail throughout its 71 mile length. The signage and wayfinding elements will feel appropriate in both city and nature contexts and will offer users key information, as well as moments of discovery and exploration. Through the use of framing, routed materials and other clever motifs, the signage will direct the trail user to views, vistas and other intriguing features, whether they are using the trail for transportation, exercise or education. Low-tech interactivity will enhance the user experience and delight and inform.
Concept 2 for the signage and wayfinding for the High Line Canal features a blend of contemporary and natural touches invoking the various environments that the trail traverses. Bright pops of color, simplified, geometric forms and a consistent palette of materials afford this concept a more municipal feel, providing a cohesive source of information for the diverse users of the trail.
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Trailhead Monument Sign Scale: NTS
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Wayfinding Map Kiosk Scale: NTS
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Large Interpretive Sign Scale: NTS
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Large Interpretive Sign - Side View Scale: NTS
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Small Interpretive Sign Scale: NTS
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Trailhead Monument Sign Scale: NTS
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Trailhead Monument Sign - Side View Scale: NTS
Wayfinding Map Kiosk Scale: NTS
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Large Interpretive Sign Scale: NTS
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Small Interpretive Sign Scale: NTS
PICNIC AREA TRAILHEAD BIKE PARKING
LEMON FAMILY TRUST
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Free Standing Wayfinding Sign Scale: NTS
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m A P k I O S k AT T R A I L I N T E R S E C T I O N S
High Line Canal Graphic Design Department © All Rights Reserved
Mile Marker - 1 Mile Scale: NTS
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Mile Marker - 1 Mile – SIde View Scale: NTS
LEMON FAMILY TRUST
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Mile Marker - 1/2 Mile Scale: NTS
PRECEDENT ImAGERY
HELLO@HIGHLINECANAL.ORG | HIGHLINECANAL.ORG | 720.767.2452
81 dots placed
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Free Standing Wayfinding Sign Scale: NTS
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m A P k I O S k AT T R A I L I N T E R S E C T I O N S
High Line Canal Graphic Design Department © All Rights Reserved
Mile Marker - 1 Mile Scale: NTS
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Mile Marker - 1 Mile – SIde View Scale: NTS
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Mile Marker - 1/2 Mile Scale: NTS
PRECEDENT ImAGERY
HELLO@HIGHLINECANAL.ORG | HIGHLINECANAL.ORG | 720.767.2452
70 dots placed
“Pick up after your pet signage.”
keep with the nature look with our signage please
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“Interpretive signs geared towards a variety of ages – info for kids!” “Need signage for e-bikes – speed limits, yield to pedestrians. “
SIGNAGE FEEDBACK SUMMARY AURORA CENTRAL LIBRARY
APRIL 2018
APRIL 2018
SIGNAGE CONCEPT 1
SIGNAGE CONCEPT 2
T Y P I C A L S I G N A G E & W AY F I N D I N G F A m I L Y
T Y P I C A L S I G N A G E & W AY F I N D I N G F A m I L Y
N A R R AT I v E :
N A R R AT I v E :
This option gives voice to the natural beauty of the High Line Canal by using honest, natural and raw materials by blending contemporary and rustic touches that pay homage to the varying urban and natural uses of the trail throughout its 71 mile length. The signage and wayfinding elements will feel appropriate in both city and nature contexts and will offer users key information, as well as moments of discovery and exploration. Through the use of framing, routed materials and other clever motifs, the signage will direct the trail user to views, vistas and other intriguing features, whether they are using the trail for transportation, exercise or education. Low-tech interactivity will enhance the user experience and delight and inform.
Concept 2 for the signage and wayfinding for the High Line Canal features a blend of contemporary and natural touches invoking the various environments that the trail traverses. Bright pops of color, simplified, geometric forms and a consistent palette of materials afford this concept a more municipal feel, providing a cohesive source of information for the diverse users of the trail.
1 -
Trailhead Monument Sign Scale: NTS
2 -
Wayfinding Map Kiosk Scale: NTS
3 -
Large Interpretive Sign Scale: NTS
4 -
Large Interpretive Sign - Side View Scale: NTS
5 -
Small Interpretive Sign Scale: NTS
1 -
Trailhead Monument Sign Scale: NTS
2 -
Trailhead Monument Sign - Side View Scale: NTS
Wayfinding Map Kiosk Scale: NTS
3 -
4 -
Large Interpretive Sign Scale: NTS
5 -
Small Interpretive Sign Scale: NTS
PICNIC AREA TRAILHEAD BIKE PARKING
LEMON FAMILY TRUST
6 -
Free Standing Wayfinding Sign Scale: NTS
7 -
m A P k I O S k AT T R A I L I N T E R S E C T I O N S
High Line Canal Graphic Design Department © All Rights Reserved
Mile Marker - 1 Mile Scale: NTS
8 -
Mile Marker - 1 Mile – SIde View Scale: NTS
LEMON FAMILY TRUST
9 -
Mile Marker - 1/2 Mile Scale: NTS
PRECEDENT ImAGERY
HELLO@HIGHLINECANAL.ORG | HIGHLINECANAL.ORG | 720.767.2452
27 dots placed
Signs in multiple languages or ways to access info- QR codes, etc.
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Free Standing Wayfinding Sign Scale: NTS
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m A P k I O S k AT T R A I L I N T E R S E C T I O N S
High Line Canal Graphic Design Department © All Rights Reserved
Mile Marker - 1 Mile Scale: NTS
8 -
Mile Marker - 1 Mile – SIde View Scale: NTS
9 -
Mile Marker - 1/2 Mile Scale: NTS
PRECEDENT ImAGERY
HELLO@HIGHLINECANAL.ORG | HIGHLINECANAL.ORG | 720.767.2452
55 dots placed “Signage that list historical facts on areas of canal that may be of interest to us learning experience.” “Representative interpretive signage.” “Info about things you can see along other parts of the canal,”
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