Carver area plan april 2010

Old Carver School Area Vision Plan City of Kannapolis, NC

Neighborhood Action Plan Downtown Design Studio

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In Attendance College of Design, North Carolina State University 9Dr. Celen Pasalar, Director, Downtown Design Studio 9Kofi Boone, Assistant Professor, Landscape Architecture 9Sean Eno, Project Designer, Intern Landscape Architect 9Meredith Pittman, Project Designer, Intern Architect 9Craig Gitman, Project Designer, Intern Landscape Architect NC State University, NC Cooperative Extension, Cabarrus County Center 9 Minnie Mitchell, Extension Agent, Community & Rural Development City of Kannapolis 9Mike Legg, City Manager 9Irene Sacks, Director of Business & Community Affairs This project is a joint venture of the City of Kannapolis, Old Carver School Neighborhood Residents and Stakeholders, Downtown Design Studio and NC Carolina Cooperative Extension at North Carolina State University.

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Project Area

Location of Old Carver School Neighborhood Downtown Design Studio

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Project Mission To develop a vision which will help enhancing quality of life in the Old Carver School neighborhood.

To develop guidelines and communicate expectations of neighborhood quality, outline design principles, and illustrate how those expectations can be met.

To create a framework for building the community capacity to successfully manage the issues in the neighborhood.

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Community-based Neighborhood Vision

Neighborhood Goals

Community Sustainability

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Why was the Old Carver School Neighborhood chosen?

One of the oldest neighborhoods;

Community pride coming from the past;

Good neighbors, pleasant and friendly people;

Proximity to downtown and NC Research Campus;

Vacant and run-down properties;

Not too large/small;

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Why was the Old Carver School Neighborhood chosen?

Schools in neighborhood;

Businesses and major roads in/around the Neighborhood;

Several faith-based organizations;

Active efforts on housing;

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Process Development of the Plan

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Stakeholder and focus group meetings; Surveys and analysis; Community planning meetings; Resident-driven neighborhood Activities; Visioning workshops; Concept generation; Final concept plan; Report and next steps; ●

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Resident Neighborhood Issues

Low resident participation in community activities and meetings; No community vision; Safety & security (no street lighting, not pedestrian friendly, etc.); Neighborhood appearance; Condemned/vacant/deteriorated houses; Lack of code enforcement; Lacking places/facilities for children and aging residents; Lack of connectivity, feeling of isolation (dead end streets, lack of sidewalks, etc.);

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Community Consensus (Wishes) Empowering residents; Mixed-income community; Walkable community; Affordable housing; Create a sense of “healthy” community; Create more open space opportunities; Create community facilities, such as a community center; Explore partnerships with other groups, such as schools, churches, etc.; Downtown Design Studio

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Proposed Community-Based Vision Old Carver School area is a vibrant and diverse community where people of various generations live together. It is a place where the past is revered and the future is embraced with equal enthusiasm.

Distinctive neighborhoods provide peaceful interludes from the hustle and bustle of modern life, and engaging venues for civic dialogue and participation. This neighborhood is home to educational and religious based institutions that bring permanence and comfort to all. Public amenities are seen to be important to enrich the residents’ lives and connect one to another.

The residents of Old Carver School Neighborhood value family life, lifelong learning, economic opportunities, neighbors helping neighbors, and strong community connection within the Old Carver School Area and beyond. They embrace the future of the neighborhood to become a safe, clean and well-maintained place that will inspire the future generations; provide a welcoming atmosphere for families, and offer outstanding recreation and leisure opportunities - through better connected, outdoor activity settings (parks, greenways, community center, etc.).

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Main Themes Key Elements to Form Sense of Community and Healthy Neighborhoods 1. Community Capacity Building – thinking of city fabric as way to enhance capabilities; Safety and Security.

Connected and Engaged.

Collaboration/Partnerships.

Education and Leadership.

Social Services and Neighborhood Activities.

Economic Development and Entrepreneurship.

Workforce Development.

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Main Themes (cont.)

2. Continuing the Legacy of George Washington Carver - improving people’s lives; Reinventing “ordinary” neighborhoods by tapping into the power of people’s stories (people, places, and events).

Leveraging those stories for community development and redistributing the benefits throughout the community.

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Main Theme (cont.)

3. Physical Development - Incremental physical infrastructure can be thought of as investments in a more stable and sustainable community; Distinct redevelopment districts.

Mixed income, mixed density, and mixed uses.

Environment (open spaces, greenways, etc.).

Streets and Infrastructure.

Affordable housing.

Community facilities.

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Neighborhood Plan Goals Social Goal: To work together with organizations in education, recreation, employment, and community activities; and help neighbors in need.

Civic Goal: To engage and actively involve organizations, businesses, churches, and residents of all ages and backgrounds in the neighborhood activities.

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Neighborhood Plan Goals (cont.)

Economic Goal: To encourage commercial development in the area (specific to the needs of the neighborhood) which will provide residents with quality goods, services, and jobs.

Physical Goal: To improve the neighborhood’s image and its physical appearance; enhance the gateways; provide better connected and safe streets; provide stable housing opportunities with good infrastructure; provide accessible recreational opportunities and community activity centers for the benefit of all; Downtown Design Studio

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Master Plan

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Focus Area 1: Civic Area

New C Street Civic Center

James Street Natural Learning Center

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Focus Area 1: Civic Area

New C Street Civic Center

James Street Natural Learning Center

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Existing Conditions on the C Street

Views of East C Street

Views of Long Street

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Focus Area 1: Civic Area

New C Street Civic Center

James Street Natural Learning Center

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Existing Conditions on the James Street

Views of James Street (Above and Right)

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Potential Development Impact and Storm-Water

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Educational Programs for Youth

Community Gardening

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Stream Restoration

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Focus Area 2: Open Space and Greenway Systems

Harding and 1st Intersection Gateway

Boardwalk and Trail System

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Focus Area 2: Open Space and Greenway Systems

Harding and 1st Intersection Gateway

Boardwalk and Trail System

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Existing Conditions on the Harding and 1st Streets

View of Harding and 1st Street Intersection (Above)

View of the Church on North Harding Street

View of the Cemetery on North Harding Street

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Focus Area 2: Open Space and Greenway Systems

Harding and 1st Intersection Gateway

Boardwalk and Trail System

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Proposed Typical Streetscape Improvements

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Focus Area 3: Housing

Mixed Density Housing

Hollow Ridge Housing

Cohousing (Phase I and II)

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Focus Area 3: Housing (cont.)

Mixed Density Housing

Hollow Ridge Housing

Cohousing (Phase I and II)

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Existing Conditions on Wilson, Smith, and Johndy Streets

Birdseye View of Wilson, Smith, and Johndy Streets Downtown Design Studio

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Focus Area 3: Housing (cont.)

Mixed Density Housing

Hollow Ridge Housing

Cohousing (Phase I and II)

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Existing Conditions on Wilson and James Streets

Birdseye View of Wilson and James Streets

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Co-housing Examples (Above) Downtown Design Studio

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Focus Area 3: Housing (cont.)

Mixed Density Housing

Hollow Ridge Housing

Cohousing (Phase I and II)

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Existing Conditions on Wood and Walter Streets

Birdseye View of Wood and Walter Streets

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Focus Area 4: Mixed-Use Community

Mixed-Use Development

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Existing Conditions along Canon Boulevard

Birdseye View of Wilson, Smith, Johndy Streets and Cannon Boulevard

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Example: Playfields and Playground

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Thanks!

Questions?

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