Neighborhood Visioning Sessions Meeting Summary | 08/05/2020
06/17/2020 5:30p to 7:00p
Channing Valley Neighborhood Workshop Meeting Summary Neighborhood Character: I’m proud of Channing Valley because… The People & Character Channing Valley is a warm and welcoming community with a beloved neighborhood park that serves as the heart of the neighborhood. Transportation & Mobility: Getting around Channing Valley would be easier & safer if… Pedestrian & Bicycle Infrastructure There is a strong call for more & higher quality sidewalks, improved bike facilities, and off-street trail connections linking Channing Valley to surrounding neighborhoods, amenities, and destinations. Destinations of note include the Tanyard Creek Trail, the retail development along Howell Mill Rd & Collier Dr, the Westside Provisions District, and the Waterworks Greenspace. Streets of note include Howell Mill Rd and Northside Dr. Traffic Calming Measures There is a desire for more traffic calming measures to slow speeds and reduce cut through trafffic along Channing Dr. Parks & Public Space: I want [blank] in Channing Valley. Leverage the Georgia Power Easement Adjacent to Channing Valley Park is a Georgia Power easement that holds great open space and trail connectivity potential. Potential programming ideas include, dog park, trails, and a water feature. Foreground Connections to Nature There is a desire to improve health & quality of the stream corridor running through Channing Valley Park. There is also a desire to explore development of hiking and nature trails within the neighborhood. Neighborhood Vision: My vision for Channing Valley is… Cohesive, Connected, & Safe There is a desire for Channing Valley to retain its intimate and friendly neighborhood feel. while improving connections to a diverse mix of community serving amenities and regional destinations.
06/17/2020 5:30p to 7:00p
Channing Valley Neighborhood Workshop Interactive Mapping Snapshot
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06/17/2020 6:00p to 7:30p
Howell Station Neighborhood Workshop Meeting Summary Neighborhood Character: I’m proud of Howell Station because… The People Howell Station is a civically active, community focused, and inclusive neighborhood. The Character Howell Station is a historic intown neighborhood with diverse housing options and a cherished mature tree canopy. Transportation & Mobility: Getting around Howell Station would be easier & safer if… Pedestrian & Bicycle Infrastructure There is a strong call for more & higher quality sidewalks, improved bike facilities, and off-street trail connections linking Howell Station to surrounding neighborhoods, amenities, and destinations. Destinations of note include the Bankhead MARTA Station, the future Westside Reservoir Park, the Proctor Creek Greenway, the Westside Provisions District, Blandtown, and the future Betline. Traffic Calming Measures There is a desire for more traffic calming measures to slow speeds throughout Howell Station and reduce truck traffic through the residential core of the neighborhood. Church St, Rice St, Marietta Blvd, and W Marietta St were identified as streets in need of improvements. Parks & Public Space: I want [blank] in Howell Station. Celebrate Knight Park Knight Park is a beloved community space in the heart of Howell Station. It is in the midst of a transformation guided by the Knight Park Vision Plan. Community gathering space and a dog park topped the list of desired park amenities. Find Hidden Nature Opportunities to create public space exist within Howell Station that leverage underutilized and undevelopable land. Parcels along Foster Pl were identified as potential new community open space. Neighborhood Vision: My vision for Howell Station is… Diverse, Inclusive, & Inviting There is a desire for Howell Station to retain its charming neighborhood feel and be recognized as a community where people of all ages and cultures can call home. Connected, Accessible, & Safe There is a call for Howell Station to be a connected community where residents can easily and safely access nearby destinations by foot, bike, and transit.
06/17/2020 6:00p to 7:30p
Howell Station Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/17/2020 6:00p to 7:30p
Howell Station Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/17/2020 6:00p to 7:30p
Howell Station Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/17/2020 6:00p to 7:30p
Howell Station Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/17/2020 6:00p to 7:30p
Howell Station Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/17/2020 6:00p to 7:30p
Howell Station Neighborhood Workshop Interactive Mapping Snapshot
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06/18/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Underwood Hills Neighborhood Workshop Meeting Summary Neighborhood Character: I’m proud of Underwood Hills because… The People Underwood Hills is a diverse and engaged neighborhood with a strong sense of community. The Character Underwood Hills is an accessible, walkable in-town community with attainable housing options, quality schools and a feeling of being “nestled in the forest.” Transportation & Mobility: Getting around Underwood Hills would be easier & safer if… Pedestrian & Bicycle Infrastructure There is a strong call for more & higher quality sidewalks, improved bike facilities, and off-street trail connections linking Underwood Hills to surrounding neighborhoods, amenities, and destinations. Desired on-street routes of note include Chattahoochee Ave, Defoor Ave, Howell Mill Rd, and Collier Rd. Desired off-street connections include bridging over the rail near the terminus of Mantisa St to connect to the development wave occuring along Ellsworth Industrial Blvd & Chattahoochee Ave. Traffic Calming Measures There is a desire for more traffic calming measures to slow speeds throughout Underwood Hills. Collier Rd, Defoor Ave, Howell Mill Rd, and Chattahoochee Ave were identified as streets in need of improvements. Parks & Public Space: I want [blank] in Underwood Hills. Celebrate Underwood Hills Park Underwood HIlls Park is a beloved community space in the heart of the neighborhood. A community gathering space, water feature, nature playground, additional walking trails and a pedestrian bridge to connect to Howell Mill Rd topped the list of desired park amenities. Activate the Public Realm A desire for public art and placemaking at high visibility intersections (including Collier Rd & Defoor Ave and Collier Rd & Hills Ave) and at transit stops was expressed. Neighborhood Vision: My vision for Underwood Hills is… Vibrant, Friendly, Connected, & Safe There is a desire for Underwood Hills to be a welcoming, familyfriendly community with vibrant destinations along the edges of the neighborhood easily accessible by foot and bike from the residential core.
06/18/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Underwood Hills Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/18/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Underwood Hills Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/18/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Underwood Hills Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/18/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Underwood Hills Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/18/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Underwood Hills Neighborhood Workshop Interactive Mapping Snapshot
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06/23/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Marietta Street Artery Neighborhood Workshop Meeting Summary Neighborhood Character: I’m proud of Underwood Hills because… The Character & Community The Marietta Street Artery is a historic, diverse, and mixed neighborhood with an industrial character and urban quality that makes it special. Transportation & Mobility: Getting around Underwood Hills would be easier & safer if… Pedestrian & Bicycle Infrastructure There is a strong call for more & higher quality sidewalks, improved bike facilities, and off-street trail connections linking the Marietta Street Artery to surrounding neighborhoods, amenities, and destinations. Routes of note include Howell Mill Rd, Northside Dr, 10th St, 14th St, and W Marietta St. Improved Street Network There is a desire for a more robust and connected street network to relieve traffic on major streets like Howell Mill Rd, 14th St, & 10th St. Opportunities to bridge the rail and establish connections to Howell Station and Blandtown were desired. Parks & Public Space: I want [blank] in Underwood Hills. Finding Hidden Nature A desire for green space, large and small, was expressed. Ideas included adding sidewalk buffers with shade trees along streets, finding opportunities for pocket parks, and creating a public space with views of the train tracks. Neighborhood Vision: My vision for Underwood Hills is… Connected, Green, & Gritty There is a desire for the Marietta Street Artery to retain its industrial heritage and sense of place, while embracing the wave of development and density that will welcome the next generation of residents, workers, and visitors. It has the potential to be one of the most walkable, bikeable, and transit connected neighborhoods in the city.
06/23/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Marietta Street Artery Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/23/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Marietta Street Artery Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/23/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Marietta Street Artery Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/23/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Marietta Street Artery Neighborhood Workshop Interactive Mapping Snapshot
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06/24/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Berkeley Park Neighborhood Workshop Meeting Summary Neighborhood Character: I’m proud of Berkeley Park because… The People Berkeley Park is a well located, close knit, and friendly neighborhood with a strong sense of community. Transportation & Mobility: Getting around Berkeley Park would be easier & safer if… Pedestrian & Bicycle Infrastructure There is a strong call for more & higher quality sidewalks, improved bike facilities, and off-street trail connections linking Berkeley Park to surrounding neighborhoods, amenities, and destinations. Routes of note include the Northside Dr, Howell Mill Rd, Chattahoochee Ave, & 17th St. Traffic Calming Measures There is a desire for more traffic calming measures to slow speeds throughout Berkeley Park and reduce cut-through traffic in the residential core of the neighborhood. Antone St, Holmes St, Howell Mill Rd, and Northside Dr were identified as streets in need of improvements. Expanded Street Network There is a desire to extend Trabert Ave to connect Howell Mill Rd to Northside Dr and Deering Rd and connect Berkeley Ave to Trabert Ave across the rail corridor. Parks & Public Space: I want [blank] in Berkeley Park. Put the “Park” in Berkeley Park Opportunities to create public space exist within Berkeley Park that leverage underutilized and undevelopable land. A paper street running parallel to Howell Mill Rd was identified as potential new linear community open space. The Hemphill Water Treatment Plant reservoirs were identified as an opportunity for a new signature open space. A native flower garden, dog park, community garden, and walking paths topped the list of desired park amenities. Neighborhood Vision: My vision for Berkeley Park is… Charming, Connected, Mixed There is a desire for Berkeley Park to retain its charming neighborhood feel while improving its connectivity to all of the amenities and vibrancy nearby.
06/24/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Berkeley Park Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/24/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Berkeley Park Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/24/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Berkeley Park Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/24/2020 7:00p to 8:30p
Berkeley Park Neighborhood Workshop Interactive Mapping Snapshot
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06/30/2020 7:30p to 9:00p
Blandtown Neighborhood Workshop Meeting Summary Neighborhood Character: I’m proud of Blandtown because… The History Blandtown is an up and coming neighborhood with a rich history and a bright future. Transportation & Mobility: Getting around Blandtown would be easier & safer if… Pedestrian & Bicycle Infrastructure There is a strong call for more & higher quality sidewalks, improved bike facilities, and off-street trail connections linking Howell Station to surrounding neighborhoods, amenities, and destinations. Routes of note include Chattahoochee Ave, Ellsworth Industrial Blvd, and Huff Rd. Expanded Street Network There is a desire for a more integrated street network to improve connectivity and alleviate traffic in the neighborhood. Potential connections of note include the extension of Culpepper St to connect from Ellsworth Industrial Blvd to Howell Mill Rd, the extension of Fairmont Ave to connect to Huber St, the extension of Morris St to connect to Enlish St, and the extension of Bowen St to connect to Fairmont St. Parks & Public Space: I want [blank] in Blandtown. Find Hidden Nature Opportunities to create public space exist within Howell Station that leverage underutilized and undevelopable land. The Woodall Creek and its environs were identified as potential new community open space(s). The Hemphill Water Treatment Plant reservoirs were identified as an opportunity for a new signature open space. Pocket Parks, an amphitheater, farmers market, trails, recreation spaces, walking trails and dog parks topped the list of desired park amenities. Neighborhood Vision: My vision for Blandtown is… Connected, Diverse, Inclusive There is a desire for Blandtown to be a connected community where residents can easily and safely access both neighborhood serving retail and nearby destinations by foot and bike. The rich history of the community should be celebrated and made visible through programming and design.
06/30/2020 7:30p to 9:00p
Blandtown Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/30/2020 7:30p to 9:00p
Blandtown Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/30/2020 7:30p to 9:00p
Blandtown Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/30/2020 7:30p to 9:00p
Blandtown Neighborhood Workshop Mentimeter Results
06/30/2020 7:30p to 9:00p
Blandtown Neighborhood Workshop Interactive Mapping Snapshot
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