50 Actions to Elevate The East | A Guide for Connecting Art & People

50 ACTIONS TO ELEVATE THE EAST

A Guide for Connecting Art & People

Ward 6 Councilman Blaine Griffin & Burten, Bell, Carr Development, Inc.

© 2020 ELEVATE THE EAST

Elevate the East is a community-led public art planning process for neighborhoods on Cleveland’s eastside. This public art plan will help prioritize funding for meaningful art projects that improve buildings and streets, reflecting the culture and vibrancy of the community. Public art is one component in a larger transformation strategy to benefit all people living in the area.

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PUBLIC ART EXAMPLE: Colorful seating

provides art and needed function.

FOR CONN ART & PE

A GUIDE NECTING EOPLE

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Faces of Moreland community mural Chelton Park, Shaker Heights Artists Gary Williams and Robin Robinson Sankofa Fine Art Plus

“ THE GREATNESS OF A COMMUNITY IS MOST ACCURATELY MEASURED BY THE COMPASSIONATE ACTIONS OF ITS MEMBERS.”

– Coretta Scott King

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Love Lunes Over Buckeye for LAND studio poetry by Damien Ware images courtesy of Little Jacket little-jacket.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS Letter from Councilman Blaine Griffin

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Executive Summary

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Project Overview

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The Neighborhood

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Community Feedback

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Art Themes

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Action Plan

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Project Locations

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Appendix

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Acknowledgments

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LETTER FROM COUNCILMAN BLAINE GRIFFIN I am honored to serve Ward 6 on Cleveland’s City Council. As Councilman, I know that cultural identity,

neighborhood

history,

safe streets, supporting local artists and youth engagement are priorities for our residents. I am proud to support the communitydriven planning work of Elevate the East because it addresses all of these important issues. In partnership with Burten, Bell, Carr Development, Inc. (BBC), I am eager to see the power of public art in our neighborhoods, guided by this plan that has the fingerprints of the community on it.

Elevate the East is a growing movement to express pride in our Eastside neighborhoods through public art and cultural identity investments. The focus area for the plan includes parts of Wards 4, 5 and 6. As such, I want to recognize the leadership of my colleagues,

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Summary

Councilmembers

Kenneth Johnson and Phyllis Cleveland. Neighborhoods of choice are Ward 6 Councilman Blaine A. Griffin represents one of Cleveland's most diverse wards, encompassing the Eastside neighborhoods of Fairfax, Larchmere, Little Italy, Woodland Hills, and parts of Buckeye-Shaker, University Circle, North Broadway, Slavic Village and Union-Miles.

made from people working together to design policies that create dynamic environments. Policies guide how and where resources are dedicated.

Well-designed places create a sense of pride and safety. Lastly, and most importantly, people living in the community need to have their voices lead the action. This public art plan will help prioritize funding for meaningful art projects that improve our buildings and streets, reflecting the culture and vibrancy of our people.

In partnership with Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority and local residents, a recent planning study proposed new housing improvements, public spaces and art investments for Woodhill Homes. Recommendations for public art shown in the Elevate the East report were coordinated with the Woodhill Homes plans. Public art locations identified within the Woodhill Homes area will remain undisturbed during site construction. Residents may see other public art investments take shape in the meantime.

A key objective of the planning process was to include recommendations for actions and locations to memorialize community members whom we’ve lost, but not forgotten. I look forward to partnering with local community members to realize the public art memorial projects included in the Elevate the East report.

The Elevate the East report will serve as a guiding document to identify the locations and specific artists to implement the recommendations.

BBC will serve as a key coordinator during implementation of the project ideas, but community members will continue to have a seat at the table during the artist selection process. Numerous partners will need to join the effort to obtain site approvals, connect to artists, and raise funds.

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I am confident that the steps taken during the planning phase will continue to advance in the right direction in the upcoming implementation phase.

I would like to thank BBC’s Executive Director Tim Tramble, his staff, the Steering Committee, design consultants and each and every community member who contributed their ideas to the plan. Over the next several years, we will continue in the spirit of collaboration to turn these ideas into reality. Many local artists and organizations are already taking matters into their own hands, transforming blank walls into works of art. We intend to support these existing efforts and expand the positive impact through the following 50 Actions to Elevate the East Neighborhood Plan for Public Art.

ILOVEWARD6 Sincerely,

Blaine A. Griffin Ward 6 Councilman Cleveland City Council

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Summary

Councilman Griffin and Bike Cleveland take a tour of the Ward 6 neighborhood as part of Bike Cleveland’s Professional Development rides with city leaders.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY BACKGROUND Through the generous support of Ward 6 Councilman Blaine Griffin, community development corporation Burten, Bell, Carr, Development, Inc. (BBC) initiated a community process to plan public art investments in the Kinsman, Woodland Hills, and Buckeye neighborhoods. In April 2019, a Steering Committee of community residents and local leaders selected a multi-disciplinary design team to lead the Neighborhood Plan for Public Art. The team included urban design consultancy Seventh Hill, architectural designer Clifford Benjamin Herring, French Lamb Studio, Agnes Studio, and Arlene Watson. Early in the process, community members Derick Barnes and De’Angelo Knuckles joined as full members of the project team. Now called ‘Elevate The East,’ the planning process engaged a representative cross-section of the local community to produce public art recommendations. The resulting 50 Actions to Elevate The East include a range of exciting opportunities to express the unique character of the area’s people and places through public art.

The following report is intended to serve several functions and speak to more than one audience. The document is organized by sections dedicated to these functions. One primary function is to provide a brief description of the NEIGHBORHOOD HISTORY. This section, along with DEMOGRAPHICS, URBAN CHARACTER, and EXISTING PROJECTS are intended for people unfamiliar with the geographic area. The COMMUNITY FEEDBACK and ART THEMES sections equip potential public artists with a clearer understanding of the community’s priorities. These insights present a record of the community member voices generously shared throughout the process. Lastly, the ACTION PLAN and PROJECT LOCATIONS provide a roadmap for BBC and other partners to coordinate fundraising efforts and commission artists who will implement the public art.

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Summary

Engagement Actions included surveys, public meetings, focus groups, user experience walks, interviews, community events, & social media outreach.

“ TO ME, ‘ELEVATE THE EAST’

MEANS THAT WE’RE COMING UP. WE’RE GETTING ELEVATED. WE’RE BEING RECOGNIZED.”

– Myra Simmons, Resident

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BUILDING FERTILE SOIL, BLOOMING PUBLIC ART

ENGAGEMENT PROCESS

The Elevate the East report provides a plan for

Committee,

creating meaningful public art in the community. The

engagement

current plan’s objective was not to design the specific

opportunities for community feedback with specific

artwork projects. Rather, artists will be invited in

project deliverables. Over the course of a seven month

the near future to realize the art projects based on

timeline, the engagement process wove together

guidance from the planning process.

a variety of communication activities and tools

Imagine the future public art projects are flowers. At this time, the unique colors and form of those flowers are unknown. But the engagement feedback, local history, and meaningful stories collected in the report are nutrients to fertilize the soil where those flowers

Through guidance from BBC staff and the Steering the

consultant

strategy

team

that

designed

aligned

an

multiple

to meaningfully involve the community. The team employed Steering Committee meetings, interactive public workshops, video stories, User Experience (UX) walks, radio show interviews, neighborhood events, and a constant online presence to stay connected.

will grow. The preferred locations were selected, so

Although a great deal of outreach was undertaken

artists can cultivate the fertile soil in the right place

during

with their creativity. In other words, the planning

community should continue to be closely involved

process sets the groundwork for artists.

during the next phase of implementation. Key themes

Through partnerships identified in the 50 Actions to Elevate The East, BBC will facilitate the next steps to transform the planning guidelines into actual public art. Many of the projects will require an artist to be

the

planning

process,

the

surrounding

and project locations were identified thus far, but the selection process for artists and artwork will require careful consultation with residents, property owners, and local leaders to achieve success.

chosen through a Request for Proposals (RFP) process.

Artists who respond to the RFP will be selected through a process involving stakeholder input. The recommended public art projects in the 50 Actions are organized into different categories: Landscape, Murals, Sculptures, Streetscape, and Other. Many of the projects identified as “Other” include programs or activities to advance the community’s access to public art.

OVERALL, THE PROCESS INCLUDED: • 130 SURVEY RESPONSES • 84 PUBLIC MEETING ATTENDEES • 40 FOCUS GROUP PARTICIPANTS • 3 USER EXPERIENCE (UX) WALKS • 8 VIDEO INTERVIEWS • 350 COMMUNITY EVENT CONVERSATIONS

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• 29,054 SOCIAL MEDIA IMPRESSIONS

KEY THEMES Several key themes for new public art emerged from the community feedback.

Overall, community members want recognition for the existing public art projects and local artists already working in the neighborhood. Art and culture has a rich history in the community, which future actions can expand. In addition, community members want artists working in the area to explore the following themes: Elevate the View: The name “Elevate The East” was selected by the Steering Committee to reinforce the identity of the area as a regional high point in both creative culture and physical geography. Future public art projects should build on these existing assets and great views of Cleveland’s skyline, Engage Residents: New investments in public art offer opportunities to not only enhance the physical environment, but also build capacity in the people living in the community. Local youth and residents interested in becoming artists should be involved in the creation process. Selected artists could provide talks, demonstrations, and hands-on workshops in collaboration with the people who will live with the work.

Include Local Artists: While artists from other places offer new perspectives and valuable contributions, local artists should play an important role in expressing their creative abilities through public art in their own neighborhoods.

Feel Valued and Inspired: When asked which words best describe the feeling community members want to experience from public art, the top responses were “valued” and “inspired.” Specific actions to achieve these feelings are documented later in the report, but include examples such as: quality work, permanent places to honor loved ones, neighborhood celebrations, and sustained community involvement.

African-American Identity: As described in the Site History section of the report, the neighborhoods have experienced significant demographic changes. Many current residents emphasized their desire for more positive expressions of African-American culture and history in their environment. In particular, they desire artistic expressions of the challenging realities of discrimination and unsung heroes in the community.

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Stress Reduction: Given the many challenges of daily life, individuals of all ages emphasized their desire for safe places designed for calm and relaxation. Some of these projects could include natural elements or artwork with biophilic qualities, such as presence of water, fractal patterns, diffuse light, and heraclitean motion.

Safer Streets: Related to the theme of Stress Reduction, another common response was the desire for public art investments to improve street safety. Many of the recommendations in the Streetscape category explicitly respond to this objective, but all projects could be filtered through the principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). For example, drawing more “eyes on the street� and abundant lighting could meaningfully improve safety in priority locations.

Multi-sensory Experiences: A resident at Woodhill Homes shared his poignant story of losing his eyesight. He challenged the design team to include public art which does not rely solely on vision. Projects should also engage the senses through sound and touch, providing accessible moments for all community members.

Unique Local Character: Other neighborhoods in Cleveland have seen significant investments in murals and other public art in recent years. While these places may provide useful inspiration, residents were eager to engage artists who could unearth unique qualities about their community. Distinct cultural experiences in music, dance, racial justice, accomplished athletes, social customs, and food offer great inspiration.

NEXT STEPS Although the initial planning process is complete, the demanding work of implementing the public art vision is still ahead. Fortunately, many dedicated residents, organizations, and artists are already hard at work creating murals and planning new projects. BBC is committed to serving the community by guiding the next steps to realize the 50 Actions to Elevate the East. The detailed spreadsheet in the report outlines five categories of public art actions with corresponding timeframes for completion. Over the coming years, new opportunities may require the actions to adapt, but the vision established will guide the community-driven transformation.

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Luke Easter Park stretches along Kinsman Road and includes Zelma George Rec Center

“ WOULDN’T IT BE A GREAT

IDEA TO DEPICT THE PEOPLE WHO LIVE HERE NOW? JUST BE INCLUSIVE OF EVERYBODY,­OF ALL AGES!”

– Marilyn Burns, Resident

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PROJECT OVERVIEW

PROJECT OVERVIEW WHAT IS PUBLIC ART? Public art is any kind of art placed in public places where everyone can enjoy it. Public art projects can include physical objects, painted surfaces, and programs. The physical objects are usually sculptures, but could also include specially designed street signs or artistic natural landscapes.

Walls of buildings painted with artwork are called murals. But crosswalks and other ground surfaces, like basketball courts, could also be painted with artwork. Most public art projects are located outdoors. But the inside of buildings like City Hall, public schools, and police stations are also potential locations for public art. All of these different kinds of art projects are considered public art, if they are accessible to everyone in the community.

WHAT IS THE FOCUS AREA? The study area for Elevate the East was defined by the Steering Committee at the start of the project. Focused on Cleveland’s Eastside, the project includes parts of several neighborhoods, including Buckeye, Woodland Hills, Kinsman, and Union-Miles. The study area is bounded by E. 72nd Street on the West, Mt. Overlook on the North, E. 140th Street on the East, and primarily Kinsman Avenue on the South. But a portion of the study area extends south to Union Avenue along E. 93rd Street. Since the entire geographic area is quite large, the Steering Committee prioritized a few street corridors for particular attention. These include the E. 93rd Street / Woodhill Avenue corridor, as well as Buckeye Road. The most notable green space in the area is Luke Easter Park, located near MLK Jr. Drive and Kinsman Avenue. All three of these priority areas are shown in light red on the map. In order to address these priority areas, most of the proposed public art projects are located nearby.

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Project Overview

FOCUS AREA y

nit u t r po dor p O rri Co

Union Avenue

KEY FOCUS AREA

LUKE EASTER PARK

STREETS

KEY CORRIDORS

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PUBLIC ART IS ANY KIND OF ART PLACED IN PUBLIC PLACES WHERE EVERYONE CAN ENJOY IT.

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STEERING COMMITTEE The depth of community engagement and range of ideas shown in the report would not have been possible without the support of the Steering Committee. Their time dedicated to the project is immeasurable in value. These individuals represent local organizations, businesses, churches, and various resident groups. Decades of local knowledge and experience are embedded in the feedback they provided during the process.

The committee members contributed insights at the scheduled Steering Committee meetings, but also volunteered at public meetings, neighborhood events and spread the word at block parties. Wearing their Elevate The East t-shirts, the Steering Committee served as ambassadors for the project within the community. With their continued involvement, the implementation phase of the project will benefit from their guidance and stewardship.

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Project Overview

“ I’M EXCITED ABOUT

THIS! WE’RE GOING TO DO SOMETHING ON THE EASTSIDE WITH ART—TO EXPRESS PEOPLE’S EMOTIONS AND FEELINGS. ELEVATE THE EAST IS GOING TO BRING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER AS ONE.”

– Sherall Hardy, Committee Member

THE FOLLOWING GOALS FOR ELEVATE THE EAST WERE ESTABLISHED BY THE PROJECT’S STEERING COMMITTEE: MAKE IT WORTHWHILE. Clearly show people why they should dedicate their time to the project through a range of effective communication methods.

PRODUCE ENGAGING EXPERIENCES. Organize public events that are fun, memorable, and valuable to gain deep insights for the public art strategy.

CREATE A BUZZ. Our project will excite residents to start up conversations with each other and BBC staff will hear about it.

INCLUDE EVERYONE. Take the time and effort to pursue meaningful participation from a significant percentage of the community, representing different target audiences.

LISTEN LOCAL. The voices of residents living within the focus area should lead the discussion and feel their contributions were prioritized in the final outcomes.

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COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDERS 1. Blaine Griffin Ward 6 Councilman 2. Valarie J. McCall Resident in E. 93rd Street Target Area 4.

3. Myra Simmons Resident in E. 93rd Street Target Area 4. Sherall Hardy Resident in E. 93rd Street Target Area & BBC Board Member 5. Marilyn Burns Resident in Woodhill Target Area 6. Pastor Ernest Fields Pastor of Calvary Hill COGIC in Buckeye

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Project Overview

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BBC STAFF 7. Tim Tramble, Sr. Previous Executive Director 8. Sherita Mullins Director of Social Enterprises 9. Dawn Mayes Director of Neighborhood Planning & Engagement (Buckeye) 10. Austreeia Everson Community Outreach Coordinator (Buckeye)

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PROJECT TIMELINE MAY

MTG 1

JUN

MTG 2

PRODUCTS

ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES

PUBLIC EVENTS

STEERING COMMITTEE

APR

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WALK + TALK

UX WALK

WOVU RADIO

EAST END FAIR

WEBSITE

NEORSD EVENT

WARD 5 FEST MTG W/ NATURE JULIAN WALK

JUL

AUG

OCT →

SEP

MTG 3

MTG 4

DARE + SHARE

MTG W/ I.C.H.

RESEARCH

BUCKEYE ART JAM TEEN GROUP TOUR W/ MYRA

SHOW + GO

TOUR W/ MARILYN WOODHILL GROUP WARD 6 MTG

DRAFT ART STRATEGY

BOXSPOT EVENT

BOXSPOT EVENT INNER CITY HUES

FINAL STRATEGY

REPORT

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The Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD

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The Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD HISTORY The neighborhoods within the focus area have gone through significant transition since their beginnings. As a consequence, many layers and traces of the various communities that lived here are hard to see. So, in an effort to help clarify the past, we would like to go over a major points in the neighborhoods’ history.

AN IMMIGRANT COMMUNITY In 1880, Hungarian and Slovak communities began to settle in the area.

At that time, the focus area was still part of Newburgh Township; which was outside the official Cleveland city line. According to Sanborn maps published in 1896, it was not until a decade later that the focus area became part of Cleveland. Nonetheless, this area was always important to the city, recognized as one of the highest points in Greater Cleveland.

As a consequence, this region was a choice location for the Baldwin Water Treatment Plant, at one time considered the largest drinkable water reservoir in the world. The Baldwin Water Treatment Plant, just north of the focus area, still operates as a vital part of the city’s infrastructure and reliably feeds water to homes, offices, and industries from downtown to the eastern suburbs.

OPPOSITE PAGE:

Saint Luke’s Pointe Campus is currently home to numerous local organizations and a senior living community. The historic building was built in 1927 as the Saint Luke’s Medical Center, but the hospital closed after 70 years of serving Cleveland’s Eastside residents. In 2011, the campus renovation began and once again anchors the Buckeye and Woodland Hill neighborhoods.

LUKE EASTER PARK Another historic asset of the region still provides access to quality outdoor space. Luke Easter Park, once known as Woodhill Park, is one of the largest parks on the east side of Cleveland. This park is home to Zelma George recreation center, a well cared for and active year-round amenity.

Moreover, according to the 1927 Cleveland Guide, ‘Fresh Air Camps’ and

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‘Open Air Schools’ were created in the area to take advantage of the landscape. The popular Luna Park amusement park was also located in the area until 1929. The land where Luna Park once stood is now the site of Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority’s Woodhill Homes Estate.

CHANGE AND INSTITUTIONAL RACISM An important dimension of the changes in the neighborhood is the people who live here. For example, the

IN THE 1930s, REDLINING PRACTICES BEGAN TO PAINT THE NEIGHBORHOOD WITH NEGATIVE DESCRIPTIONS THAT WOULD AFFECT THE AREA FOR DECADES TO COME. UNITED THROUGH CIVIL RIGHTS

ethnic Hungarians who once resided in the neighbor-

However, there is more to this story. There were other

hood are still represented in murals preserved inside

motivations at work here that remain overlooked.

the Woodhill Home Estate Recreation center. But many

Many remember that African Americans in the 1960s

current residents feel their African American culture

were looking for civil rights and justice. However,

is underrepresented through art in the community.

we tend to forget that African Americans who were

In the 1930s, redlining practices began to paint the neighborhood with negative descriptions that would affect the area for decades to come. The documentation of these racist practices referred to the northeast region of the focus area as “the second least undesirable residential area on the east side”

abandoning the southern United States at this time we’re already “freedmen.” The reason for moving to Cleveland at this time was not just for civil rights, but also for freedom-from-want. They were industrious people who had abandoned their homes looking for better opportunities in the city.

of Cleveland. These documents went on to describe

Dominant cultural narratives also reinforce the

their reasoning for this claim based on the following:

identity that immigrants crossing the Atlantic from

“the detrimental change of ownership occupancy

Europe were industrious people. They were looking for

from white to colored.” In the 1960s, the conflicts

freedom-from-want and new opportunity in the cities

implied by these kinds of statements reached violent

of the US. What we often forget is that the Hungarian

heights. Continued circulation of dangerous opinions

and Slovak immigrants were coming from the Austro-

influenced many people groups to move out. Even-

Hungarian Empire, escaping a communist regime that

tually, the history associated with the communities

had previously sided with Hitler and the Third Reich

and cultures who once occupied the area were only

during the Second World War. They were not just

visible through the artifacts they left behind. New

looking for opportunity. They were looking for justice.

stories shown through the lens of African American

They were looking for civil rights. So here are three

culture are still needed.

people groups looking for justice, rights, freedoms, and opportunities. And when they decided to search

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for those things, they all came to Buckeye.

The Neighborhood

HISTORIC IMAGES (CLOCKWISE FROM UPPER LEFT) Buckeye Road, Baldwin Water

Treatment Plant, Cleveland map, train corridor, Buckeye Road Trolley, and Woodhill Homes poster.

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HISTORIC IMAGES (CLOCKWISE FROM UPPER LEFT)

Map of Woodland Hills park map, Luna Park, and Buckeye.

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COMMUNITY REPRESENTATION In order to measure the effectiveness of the community outreach efforts, the project team set a number of goals in partnership with the Steering Committee. One of the goals aimed to achieve participation “representing different target audiences.” The different target audiences were defined by age, race/ethnicity, and neighborhood of residence.

The participation percentages for different audiences were defined by the composition of the local community.

Demographics of the census tracts within the study area were used as benchmarks for public engagement. Data on participants was collected through voluntary questions included in the online and print surveys—one of the community input tools used. Constant review of the participation demographics enabled the project team to adjust the engagement actions to ensure equivalent community representation. For example, a focus group with neighborhood teenagers was added to increase representation of that key age demographic.

The following neighborhood demographics are derived from 2017 Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics (LEHD) data. This data set was selected in an effort to provide the most exhaustive and current information for the defined project area.

DEMOGRAPHICS Black / African American

78%

White / Caucasian

18%

Hispanic / Latino

3%

Multiple Ethnicity / Other

1%

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NEIGHBORHOOD DATA

53% RESIDENTS identify as female

48% WORKFORCE residents age 30 to 54

78% RESIDENTS black or African American alone

5,838 TOTAL private primary jobs

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The Neighborhood

PARTICIPANT DATA

73% PARTICIPANTS identify as female

45–55 YEARS median age of participants

80% PARTICIPANTS black or African American alone

78%

participants live in the focus area

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URBAN CONTEXT KEY

CLEVELAND’S HIGH POINT The name Elevate the East builds on the geographic identity of the area as Cleveland’s highest elevation.

GREEN SPACES

As

residents

and

visitors

travel

through

the

neighborhoods by car, bus, rapid transit, bike or on foot, they often encounter memorable views of downtown Cleveland’s skyline. In particular, the Buckeye Road, Kinsman Road, and Woodland Avenue corridors offer

EXISTING PUBLIC ART

iconic vistas, due to their grade changes. These streets also include many of the local destinations for shopping and outdoor recreation. Through recent investments, such as Kinsman Road’s BOXSPOT and

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Gateway Park at Buckeye Road and E. 93rd Street, the identities of the corridors are connecting the distinct geographic landscape with unique built projects to create attractive public spaces.

PLACES OF WORSHIP

ASSET MAP The project’s focus area boasts a wide variety of community organizations, social hubs, and outdoor envi-

LIBRARIES

ronments with a rich history. Although marked with many assets (see map on page 44), the project area offers numerous opportunities for public art to improve the quality of life for residents and draw more people to discover the area’s cultural wealth.

SCHOOLS

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Dike School of the Arts

Ken Johnson Rec

WOODLAND AVE

Woodland Branch

The Word Church

E 55TH ST

St. Elizabeth’s

East End N

RTUNITY CORRIDOR OPPO

Burten Bell Carr

AV E

Otter Park

Garden Valley Branch

WO OD HIL L

Rid-All

Garden Valley Church of Christ Grdina PreK-8 Hyacinth Park

4th District Police Station

E 79TH ST

ASSET MAP

Kingsbury Ru

GREEN SPACES

E 93RD ST

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

SCHOOLS Mound STEM PreK-8

LIBRARIES

PLACES OF WORSHIP

PUBLIC ART (Existing)Central Catholic HS

WALL MURAL

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The Neighborhood

WALL MURAL

GATEWAY PARK

ART & SOUL OF BUCKEYE

LOVE LUNES

Sunbeam School

Intergenerational School Harvey Rice PreK-8 Rice Branch CLE Arts & Soc. Sci. Academy

N. H.

SHAKER BLVD Lerner School for Autism

Morning Star Baptist

BUCKEY

E RD

S MORELAND BLVD

E 116TH ST

MLK JR DR

Benedictine HS

Luke Easter Park

Zelma George Rec

un Park

KIN

SMA

N RD

Hamilton Rec Mt. Pleasant Now

UNION AVE

Mt. Pleasant Branch Andrew J. Rickoff PreK-8

Nathan Hale PreK-8

MICROPHONE

POLICE MEMORIAL

LUKE EASTER

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URBAN CHARACTER One of the key neighborhood gateways identified through the planning process is the intersection of Kinsman Avenue and E. 93rd Street. GCRTA bus routes, including the #10 and #14, pass through this neighborhood crossroads. The Northeast corner is distinguished by a memorial park dedicated to police officers, adjacent to the 4th District Police Department building. But the remaining three corners offer significant opportunities for improvement. A gas station, vacant building, and contiguous land bank lots each provide space for short-term and long-term public art enhancements. Future plans for mixed use development near the Southwest corner should be considered with any public art intervention. For example, a sculpture park could become a permanent attraction integrated into the site, if it leaves enough space for the development footprint. Additional recommendations for coordinating public art at this intersection are shown in the Action Plan.

A recent public art project at the intersection of Buckeye Road and Woodhill Road combines sculpture with landscape to provide environmental function.

This site is one of nine green infrastructure projects designed by the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District. The Gateway Park project also integrates a series of poems and sculptures, all with an environmental theme. Neighborhood poet Damien Ware created a spiral-shaped poem that resembles water going down a drain. Cleveland-based LAND Studio commissioned the public art for the site, which includes other environmental thoughts by poet Dawn Arrington, also a Buckeye resident.

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The Neighborhood

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WOODLAND AVE

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URBAN ANALYSIS MAP

KEY INTERSECTION

GREENSPACE

RETAIL CORRIDOR

VIEWSHED

Portions of Kinsman Road and Buckeye Road,

serve as main hubs linked by greenways, tree-lined

highlighted above, provide relatively dense

streets, and multi-purpose paths. New landscape

neighborhood amenities and walkable urban form.

public art, sculptures, and wayfinding signage could

Public art and streetscape improvements could

guide people while exploring the meandering routes.

build off these assets, expanding to adjacent areas.

Many other streets in the area have large swaths of vacant land, creating a challenge for pedestrian

VIEWSHEDS

comfort, but could be enhanced with public art.

The higher elevation of Cleveland’s Eastside

GREEN SPACE NETWORK

downtown’s skyline. Three of the most notable views

The area includes the initial elements required to

and Mt. Carmel Road; Buckeye Road and Woodhill

build out a network of connected green spaces.

Road; and Kinsman Road Bridge. Each of these

Kingsbury Run, the Urban Ag Innovation Zone, Otter

locations provide opportune spots to enhance the

Park, Luke Easter Park, and other outdoor parks can

viewing experience through public art.

neighborhoods offers attractive vistas of are indicated on the map above: Woodland Avenue

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EXISTING PROJECTS Elevate the East intends to build upon existing planning projects in the area. The study area includes

KINSMAN MASTER PLAN

several public art and development activities in

In 2016, BBC completed the master planning process

various phases of completion.

for the Kinsman neighborhood. This process included stakeholder interviews, community meetings, surveys, feedback boards in public places, and many more

CURRENT PUBLIC ART INITIATIVES

means of engagement. Elevate The East’s public art

A few public art initiatives are already underway in

development objectives.

recommendations were guided by the master plan’s

the area, led by local artists and organizations. LAND Studio spearheads Inner City Hues, a communitybased initiative to commission public art murals in the area bounded by Buckeye Road, E. 116th Street,

BUCKEYE ROAD CORRIDOR STUDY

Kinsman Road, and South Moreland. Union Miles

Buckeye Road, between E. 93rd Street and South

Development Corporation (UMDC) has funded a few

Moreland Boulevard, is a target corridor for Elevate

mural projects in the neighborhood immediately

The East, but some recommendations for the street

south of Elevate the East’s target area, with plans to

were deferred to an upcoming planning process. In

implement several more and new streetscape public

2020, the Buckeye Road TLCI Planning Study will

art in the near future. Likewise, the neighborhood to

focus on transportation, streetscape, and wayfinding

the east has recently benefited from a few interior and

opportunities for the corridor.

exterior public art projects, through the leadership of Mt. Pleasant NOW. BBC’s coordination and partnership with these existing initiatives is critical to avoid duplication of efforts and create opportunities for shared funding.

UBUNTU GATHERING PLACE Located next to East End Neighborhood House, Ubuntu Gathering Place will transform an empty field where an auto dealer once operated into a vibrant green gathering and learning place for the community.

The park will embody the philosophy of Ubuntu—a focus on connectivity between people. Several opportunities for public art are available within this space dedicated to sharing and communication.

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Many attendees came to celebrate the grand opening of BOXSPOT, a local retail hub.

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WOODHILL HOMES REDEVELOPMENT Concurrent with Elevate the East’s planning process, WoodhillUpNext is a public planning process to reenvision Woodhill Homes, a Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority property. Community meetings for both Elevate the East and WoodhillUpNext were coordinated to effectively gather input on future development and public art needs from Woodhill Homes residents. Implementation of the redevelopment plans will unfold over the next several years.

BOXSPOT RETAIL HUB Led by BBC, BoxSpot is a recently completed commercial development—one of its kind in the country. BoxSpot is a hub for local retail and outdoor public space created from brightly colored shipping containers. It is strategically located at a busy intersection along Kinsman Road.

Redevelopment plans for CMHA’s Woodhill Homes include mixed income residential.

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COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

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ENGAGEMENT OVERVIEW The goals for Elevate The East’s planning process

project and helped facilitate conversations during the

were

public events.

developed

by

the

Steering

Committee

and emphasized the importance of meaningful community engagement. In summary, the goals prioritized these five aspirational actions: 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

MAKE IT WORTHWHILE. PRODUCE ENGAGING EXPERIENCES. CREATE A BUZZ. INCLUDE EVERYONE. LISTEN LOCAL.

Three signature public events were organized to cocreate a shared set of recommendations with the community. The first event, WALK + TALK, invited people of all ages to tour a portion of the neighborhood and discuss opportunities together. Due to the day’s torrential rain and thunderstorms, the event was held indoors, but still achieved its objectives. Through multiple six engagement stations, participants shared their visions for success, prime locations for public art, and favorite local stories to inspire artists. DARE + SHARE, the second public event, was held at

In order to achieve each goal, the project team

Niko’s Jamaican Restaurant on E. 93rd Street, where

implemented a range of corresponding strategies

attendees responded to initial public art themes and

focused on maximizing the quality and quantity

locations. The feedback was documented through

of community engagement. Demographics of the

table conversations, and mobile phone-based app

surrounding neighborhoods were used to define

WooClap. The third event, GO + SHOW, presented

target audiences. The percentages of different

the final recommendations and gave attendees the

audiences were tracked throughout the process to

chance to prioritize the importance and timeframe for

ensure participation reflected the local community.

the 50 Actions to Elevate The East.

Multiple forms and methods of input were used to

In addition to the public meetings, the process

make individuals feel as comfortable as possible

included focus groups with teens, Woodhill Homes

sharing ideas in their preferred way. First of all, the

residents, and local barber shop patrons. Over 12

Steering Committee provided guidance and review of

other community events were attended by the

the engagement strategy and design development

design team to present Elevate The East and

process. Committee members represented different

gather feedback. Also, three User Experience (UX)

parts of the study area, including residents, business

walks provided fine-grain insights. Lastly, more

owners, city officials, and local artists. The steering

than 29,000 impressions on social media were

committee convened four times throughout the

tracked through posts targeted to residents within a 3-mile radius from the center of the study area.

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Seventh Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s David Jurca presents final recommendations at the Show + Go public event at St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Auditorium.

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WHAT: WALK + TALK A SCAVENGER HUNT EVENT Where: East End Neighborhood House 2749 Woodhill Road, Cleveland, OH 44104 When: Thursday, June 20th from 5:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

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Community Feedback

WHAT KIND OF ACTION OR PROJECT IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD WOULD MAKE YOU FEEL...

VALUED?

Commitment, honesty, communication People talking to people & no inappropriate language Boys + Girls club My neighborhood has things that I can attend More options for fresh produce, groceries & having a voice in what comes in the neighborhood To renovate our gym and classrooms for after school activities for youth

Beautification project that is sustainable and would involve residents That I am able to meet people & help them feel good about themselves & encourage them to become who they really are The ability to participate in a networking, mentoring activity, where everyone contributes their special skills, background & approaches If city service workers did good, quality work Amy daughter started a meet and greet with the neighborhood

Improved renovations of Buckeye with chain stores

Baseball, sports, music, outdoor festival

All that I do

When my voice is heard and listened to

A place or event to have fun & food & family Healthy food restaurant with picnic area A permanent fixture in the community that honors history people, and culture of the neighborhood African American historical information in an artistic form, statues, plaques, bricks If someone made a mural of me or did art near my house Any activity or development project that incorporates art and inclusive activities like dog parks, coffee shops, etc... people in the neighborhood usually travel to these places

KEY COMMUNICATION, GATHERINGS EVENTS FOOD CULTURAL HISTORY & ART IMPROVEMENTS

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WHAT: WALK + TALK A SCAVENGER HUNT EVENT Where: East End Neighborhood House 2749 Woodhill Road, Cleveland, OH 44104 When: Thursday, June 20th from 5:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

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Community Feedback

WHAT KIND OF ACTION OR PROJECT IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD WOULD MAKE YOU FEEL...

INSPIRED?

Buckeye Summer Soul Series -> it’s success would inspire me

New art projects in the neighborhoods, community engagement

One that gives me the tools or resources to succeed

Use of empty green spaces Outdoor play weekend

Manicured brush, grass, flowers, highlighted by artistic lighting

The art work around the city, meeting and greeting people

Having a relaxing place to meditate Cleveland Public Library takes me all over the world

Everyone, especially kids, need easier access to parks and green spaces.

More trees and fresh air.

An event or project planned and executed by the community

Big box stores and access to jobs.

Boys + Girls Club Community baseball/basketball tournament Someone creating/drawing or painting a mural

Happy that I can travel on my main street with ease, that makes me want to go out more

To see greater resident involvement in street clubs or active in working to improve the community

When I can get help Art/Murals that honor humanity

People, fun, love, happiness

Seeing people outside doing stuff Anything that people could gather around, communicate, and party Neighborhood dog, “Andre”

KEY COMMUNICATION, GATHERINGS EVENTS FOOD CULTURAL HISTORY & ART IMPROVEMENTS NATURE

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MY NEIGHBORHOOD IS UNIQUE BECAUSE...

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Community Feedback

...Garden Valley D.T.W.

...I live in it. There are so many places to go and learn things.

...I’m there. I’m the only weird one.

There’s no teens or kids besides me and my bro.

...there is no other neighborhood quite like Shaker Square, its got what I need (shopping, transportation)

...the people help keep it clean.

...it has a very unique culture and it is a place where families are safe, joyful and strong.

...it has changed a lot over the years.

...there’s history and community here

...it has the best views of downtown Cleveland

...it’s an African American enclave.

...of the great vistas provided by the elevation

...it was integrated in the 1950s.

...Historical neighborhood closely connected to Shaker Blvd Square Area.

...(drawing of two stick people)

...There are lots of families/children /elders—diversity of generations.

...families continue to grow. About togetherness.

...there are many resources available.

...We have a lot of Black famous people who grew up here.

...I have a very good neighbors.

...I’m in it.

...how it used to be.

...it’s diverse.

...there’s history and community here

...I live there.

...it is nice.

...the food.

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MY FAVORITE NEIGHBOR IS...

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...everyone.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m friendly.

...I really donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have one.

...Edwin D.

...Ms. Barnes.

...Robert Primm, for his passionate care for his street.

...Dawn Arrington.

...someone who shows that they like to have a nice place to live and that helps others in need.

...Phyllis Cleveland.

...a helpful one.

...any neighbor on my street.

...Mr. White.

...is very nice to us. Keep our yard together.

...the one that is full of love.

...Buckeye/Woodland/ Larchmere.

...Kinsman & Buckeye & Woodland Area.

...my next door neighbor.

...too many to name.

...Lidlaw.

...Kinsman.

...in Euclid.

...Julian Khan.

...Greg.

...D + W.

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WHEN PEOPLE THINK ABOUT MY NEIGHBORHOOD, I WANT THEM TO SEE...

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Community Feedback

...a lasting memory and the need to come back.

...the woods thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s there.

...Dignity, Respect, & Belonging

...Beautiful artist expressions that build people up and make them proud of their neighborhood. Art that educates.

...that we care about the appearance.

...Coach Mike Baseball Field in his honor at the All Star Field.

...that we are one of the best neighborhoods in Northeast Ohio.

...beauty, safe, inviting.

...African American home ownership

...the Real Beauty in Central.

...we are together.

...how thing going.

...a positive environment.

...the energy and involvement of residents for progress

...the opportunities for shopping, entertainment & more.

...remember where they came from.

...cultural/generational ethnic diversity/unity.

...resilience.

...beauty.

...beauty, family.

...resilience.

...lots of nice looking houses.

...pride.

...more.

...a nice place.

...safety.

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Table conversation during the second Dare + Share community event

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ART THEMES The public art plan establishes a shared vision for new

Following the analogy of growing a flower, the public

murals, sculptures, landscape, streetscape, and other

art planning process aims to create fertile soil and

public art investments in the area. Through extensive

seeds for artists to water with their creative juices.

community conversations, the plan identifies the

Art themes are some of the nutrients added to

locations and themes artists should explore through

prepare the ground for artists. The exact appearance

their work. Each location offers a different context

of the resulting flowers (ie. public art projects), are

and specific conditions to inspire artistic expression.

unknown. But the work to identify sites, gather

Some of these considerations are documented in the

stories, and distill themes helps ensure the creations

report. But artists have the opportunity to use their

emerge with deep roots in the community.

own creative processes to uncover additional sources of inspiration.

In order to support the creative process, several art

ELEVATE THE VIEW

themes were extracted from the community feedback.

The first art theme arose at the start of the planning

These themes apply generally to the entire study.

process. During a brainstorming session with the

More fine-grain considerations and site-specific ideas

Steering

are included in other sections of the report. Meaningful

a fondness for the views available in the area.

expression of these main themes will require close

Neighborhoods in the planning target area include

collaboration between the lead organization, selected

the highest elevations in Cleveland. This geographic

artists, and community members. The nine art themes

identity contributed to many notable investments

are outlined below and shown in more detail on the

throughout the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history. Facilities to pump

following pages:

drinkable water and filter stormwater are located

Committee,

several

individuals

shared

here. High elevations also provide ideal spots for media 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

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ELEVATE THE VIEW ENGAGE RESIDENTS INCLUDE LOCAL ARTISTS AFRICAN-AMERICAN IDENTITY FEEL VALUED + INSPIRED STRESS REDUCTION SAFER STREETS MULTI-SENSORY EXPERIENCES UNIQUE LOCAL CHARACTER

Art Themes

transmission towers. In addition, buildings orient their footprints to maximize views of downtownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s skyline.

Public art projects in the area have a wealth of inspiring precedents within the theme of elevation.

Examples shown on the opposite page visualize a few ways for elevation to inspire public art. Interactive sculptures could invite people to walk, roll or climb to gain better views. Alternatively, objects could direct views upward or tall existing structures could be reimagined with applied art.

1. ELEVATE THE VIEW

1.

3.

4.

1. Dendrites, Montreal 2. MOOS structure 3. Electric tower art 4. Alpharetta, Georgia

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2. ENGAGE RESIDENTS

2.

1.

1. I-95 bridge, Delaware 2. Community mural, St. Louis 3. Roadway mural, Lakewood 4. MOOS treehouse, Cleveland

3.

Projects that engage local residents in the planning, design, and fabrication process create value beyond the benefits of the artwork itself. Opportunities to 4.

open the creation process to surrounding residents should be explored for each project. These may include concept brainstorming, design development,

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hands-on production or public talks with the artist.

Art Themes

3. INCLUDE LOCAL ARTISTS Community feedback highlighted the desire for artists living in the area to create artwork in their own neighborhoods. Given the many opportunities for new 1.

public art, opportunities exist for both local artists and creators from other places. Partnerships with Clevelandbased arts organizations, such as LAND Studio and Sankofa Fine Art Plus, could assist with outreach to artists. The decision to hire a local or out-of-town artist could be made on a project by project basis. An overall mix of homegrown and outside ideas contributes to a stimulating diversity of expression.

1. Robin Robinson and Gary Williams 2. Local artist Jamal Collins 3. Elevate The East public meeting

2.

4. FEEL VALUED + INSPIRED Artwork has the power to change people for the better. Public art can challenge beliefs, provoke conversations, or reframe forgotten environments.

It can influence the way people feel. When asked what feelings community members wanted public art to make them feel, the two top responses were “valued” and “inspired.” These terms have many different interpretations, but community ideas were organized into the following categories: Communication; Gatherings; Events; Food; Cultural 3.

& History; and Art Improvements.

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1.

1. Mural, Cleveland 2. African pattern 3. Hank Willis Thomas 4. Tanda Francis

3.

Neighborhoods within the study area have expe4.

rienced significant demographic changes. Some memory of past ethnic communities are still present

5. AFRICAN AMERICAN IDENTITY

in church architecture and artwork. Many current residents emphasized their desire for more positive expressions of African-American culture and history in their environment. In particular, they desire artistic expressions of the challenging realities of discrimination and unsung heroes in the community.

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Art Themes

6. STRESS REDUCTION Given the many challenges of daily life, individuals of all ages emphasized their desire for safe places designed for calm and relaxation. Some of these projects could include natural settings, such as parks or green spaces. But additional artwork could include biophilic qualities, which are nature-inspired.

Key elements of biophilic design are the presence of water, fractal patterns, diffuse light, and heraclitean motion (ex. clouds, leaves blowing in the wind, etc.)

1.

2.

4.

1. Fractal spiral 2. Tree canopy 3. Hexagonal seating 4. Natural scene mural

3.

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7. SAFER STREETS Many of the recommendations in the Streetscape

8. MULTI-SENSORY EXPERIENCES

category explicitly respond to the community’s desire to improve street safety. But all projects

Public art projects are often visual in nature. But

could be filtered through the principles of Crime

some residents have impaired vision or may suffer the

Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).

loss of other senses. So, efforts should be made to

For example, attracting more “eyes on the street” with

include projects that provide a range of multi-sensory

pedestrian improvements and abundant lighting could

experiences. As shown below, sculptures could invite

meaningfully improve safety in priority locations.

people to touch or sit. And audio tours can enhance the art experience for the visually impaired, as well as the broader public.

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Art Themes

1. Sculptural pedestrian lighting 2. Friendly sculpture with lighting 3. Diagram of dedicated streetscape zones 4. Climbable public art functioning as a bus shelter 5. Audio tour of public art available for mobile devices

9. UNIQUE LOCAL CHARACTER Other neighborhoods in Cleveland have seen significant investments in murals and public art in recent years.

While these nearby places may provide useful inspiration, residents are excited for public art that express the unique qualities within their community.

Distinct cultural experiences in music, dance, racial justice, accomplished athletes, social customs, and food offer vast inspiration. In particular, several local heroes were named to inspire artwork.

1.

2.

1. All Out Riders Bike Club 2. Damien Forshe, co-founder Rid-All Green Partnership

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ACTION PLAN 50+ STEPS TO ELEVATE THE EAST Maya Angelou mural on the Nikkiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Music building by artists Sano, Dayz Whun, and Mr. Soul.

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ELEVATION IN ACTION The final recommendations for Elevate the East are organized into an action plan. The plan includes 50 Actions to Elevate the East. The 50 actions are divided into five categories based on the type of public art: Landscape; Mural; Sculpture; Streetscape; and Other. All of the recommendations for public art actions were derived from community feedback collected throughout the course of the project. In addition to the name of each action, the plan includes the project location, key partners suggested to implement the project, a recommended time frame for implementation, and potential funding sources.

The general locations prioritized for new public art were based on a few criteria. First of all, the design team recognized the three street corridors prioritized by the Elevate The East steering committee. The three focus corridors are Woodhill Road north of Kinsman Road, East 93rd Street south of Kinsman Road and Buckeye Road between MLK and South Moreland. Next, the existing public art projects in the area were mapped to identify underserved areas. The third key consideration was the future streetscape project planned along Buckeye Road. The Buckeye Road Streetscape Project is planned to begin in 2020, which will focus on transportation improvements and placemaking enhancements along the corridor. Therefore, Elevate the East directed more attention to Woodhill Road and E. 93rd Street to allow more focused design recommendations to emerge from the upcoming Buckeye Road Streetscape Plan.

As the steward of the Elevate the East process, Burten Bell Carr is listed as the lead partner for most of the projects in the action plan. But full implementation of the plan will require collaboration between multiple partners. The plan includes actions identified through conversations with other organizations working in the area. For example, the design team met several times with members of Inner City Hues, an initiative led by LAND studio focused on public art within the eastern section of Elevate

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the East’s planning area. Partnerships with Inner City Hues, nearby Community Development Corporations, and other organizations listed in the Action Plan will be required in order to turn the ideas into reality.

Implementation time frames for the projects are broken up into three periods: Short-term (1–2 years); Midterm (2–5 years); and Long-term (5+ years). The final community event included opportunities for attendees to identify the actions they wanted to implement first. The 50 actions to Elevate the East reflect a diversity of public art types, geographic locations, timeframes, partnerships, and funding sources intended to create a more equitable distribution of public art access to residents and visitors of the East Side neighborhoods.

LANDSCAPE

MURAL

SCULPTURE

STREETSCAPE

OTHER

EXISTING PUBLIC ART

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ACTION

LOCATION

LANDSCAPE 1

Sledding Hill

Holton Ave, near Woodhill Rd

2

Memorial Park

E. 93rd Street and other locations

3

Meditation Trail

Urban Ag Zone

4

Skate / Bike Park

Woodhill Homes

5

Outdoor Pavilion (cookouts, events, etc.)

Luke Easter Park, near Kinsman Rd

6

Landscape Gardens

Woodhill Rd, between Buckeye Rd & Rosehill Ave

7

Pocket Park

Woodhill Rd and Sophia Ave

MURAL 8

Murals on E. 93rd St buildings

Multiple locations on E. 93rd St

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Mural at Kinsman & E 116th

11601 Kinsman Rd, Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cleaners

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Mural at Dickens and E. 93rd Street

3130 E. 93rd St

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Kinsman Bridge Mural

Kinsman Rd between CMHA & E. 93rd St

12

Mural on Kinsman Road near Union Avenue

Building near Kinsman Rd / Union Ave intersection

13

Mural at CHEERS Restaurant

3560 E. 93rd Street, CHEERS Restaurant

14

GCRTA Service Facility Wall Mural

Woodhill Rd & Mount Carmel Rd

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Mural on E. 88th Street Sound Wall

E. 88th St near Marshall Ave

Action Plan

PARTNERS

TIMEFRAME

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Short (1–2 years)

Idea generated from community feedback through Buckeye Woodhill TLCI

BBC, City of Cleveland

Long (5+ years)

Place to honor local victims of violence in partnership with a memorial program

BBC, Rid-All, Nature Sacred

Mid (2–5 years)

Potential funding from naturesacred.org

CMHA, BBC, City of Cleveland

Mid (2–5 years)

Coordinate with Woodhill Homes Plan

City of Cleveland, BBC

Mid (2–5 years)

Create inviting and memorable structure visible from Kinsman Rd

Short (1–2 years)

Multiple locations providing access & connection. Coordinate with future plans.

Mid (2–5 years)

Various options on private properties and City Land Bank lots

UMDC, BBC

Short (1–2 years)

Opportunity to combine murals w/ seating

Inner City Hues, LAND Studio, BBC, Mt. Pleasant Now

Short (1–2 years)

Location previously had a mural

BBC, GCRTA

BBC, Cleveland Neighborhood Progress, EENH BBC, City of Cleveland

BBC, property owner

Long (5+ years)

Large, yellow industrial building with very few windows

BBC, ODOT, City of Cleveland

Mid (2–5 years)

Could include multiple art projects

Inner City Hues, LAND, BBC

Short (1–2 years)

Confirm location with Inner City Hues

UMDC, BBC

Short (1–2 years)

Planning underway led by UMDC

GCRTA, CMHA, BBC CSX Railroad Company, BBC

Mid (2–5 years) Short (1–2 years)

Coordinate with Woodhill Homes Plan Reference example of E. 55th/Euclid Ave bridge mural for rail company partnership

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ACTION

LOCATION

SCULPTURE 16

Gateway structure

Kinsman Rd near E. 72nd St

17

WOVU Radio Tower Art

NE Intersection of Kinsman Rd & E. 93rd St

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Gateway at Luke Easter Park

Kinsman Rd & MLK Jr. Blvd

19

African Obelisk

East End Neighborhood House site

20

Outdoor Sculpture

Kinsman Rd at CMHA HQ and E. 93rd St locations

21

Viewing Tower

Woodhill Rd between Kinsman Rd & Buckeye Rd

22

Sculpture at Round-about

Quincy Ave & Woodhill Rd

STREETSCAPE

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RTA Bus Shelters Art

Kinsman Rd & E. 93rd St intersection

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Seating near bus stops

Four bus stops @ Kinsman & E. 93rd St

25

Crosswalk Public Art

Kinsman Rd & E. 93rd St Intersection

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Walking Route Wayfinding

From E. 79th St RTA Station to Urban Ag Zone

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Gateway Signage for Buckeye neighborhood

Buckeye Rd, multiple locations

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Streetpole Banners

Buckeye Rd, E. 93rd St and Kinsman Rd Corridors

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Anamorphic fence at Woodhill Homes

Woodland Ave, east of Woodhill Rd

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Streetscape seating

Various locations along E. 93rd St corridor

Action Plan

PARTNERS

BBC, City of Cleveland

TIMEFRAME

Mid (2–5 years)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Welcome people to Kinsman Corridor

BBC, WOVU

Short (1–2 years)

Will require structural analysis

City of Cleveland, Mt Pleasant NOW

Short (1–2 years)

Opportunity to express the athlete park theme along Kinsman Rd

EENH, BBC

Mid (2–5 years)

Part of a series of tall structures along E. 93rd Street, including radio tower

BBC, CMHA, Sculpture Center

Mid (2–5 years)

Important Gateway location across from BOXSPOT and Rid-All

BBC, City of Cleveland, Destination Cleveland

Mid (2–5 years)

Could connect to other viewing platform projects across the city

BBC, City of Cleveland, CMHA

Long (5+ years)

Coordinate with Woodhill Homes Plan

BBC, GCRTA

Mid (2–5 years)

Coordinate with GCRTA Transit Waiting Environment guidelines

BBC, GCRTA, City of Cleveland

Mid (2–5 years)

On public right of way or land bank lots.

May include a dedication to loved ones.

BBC, City of Cleveland

Short (1–2 years)

Coordinate with City of Cleveland’s crosswalk design guidelines

BBC, GCRTA, NEORSD, City of Cleveland, Rid-All

Mid (2–5 years)

Connect transit station to UAIZ and Otter Park with clear signage

BBC, City of Cleveland

Long (5+ years)

Coordinate with Buckeye Rd TLCI Plan

BBC, City of Cleveland

Short (1–2 years)

Multiple corridors could have similar or different identities

BBC, CMHA, City of Cleveland

Short (1–2 years)

Opportunity for temporary art project

BBC, City of Cleveland, local businesses

Short (1–2 years)

Could be located in public right-of-way or sponsored by nearby businesses

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LOCATION

STREETSCAPE, continued 31

Gateway structure

Woodhill Homes

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Bike Rack Art

Zelma George Rec Center

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Utility Box Public Art

Various Available Locations

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Outdoor Seating and Shade Structures

Edwinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Butcher Shop and Buckeye Rd locations

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Dream Wall Temporary Seating

E. 110th St and Woodland Ave

36

E. 79th Street Redline Rapid Station Art

E. 79th St Redline Rapid Station

OTHER

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Roadside Memorial Program

Various locations

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Augmented Reality Mural

BOXSPOT, near Kinsman Rd

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Athlete Art Park Plan

Luke Easter Park

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Outdoor Performance Stage

Luke Easter Park

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Vendor Stall / Parking Canopy

Kinsman Rd & E. 93rd St

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African Art Park

Woodhill Rd & Holton Ave

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Create Public Art Brochure

Elevate The East project area

Action Plan

PARTNERS

TIMEFRAME

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

CMHA, BBC

Long (5+ years)

Coordinate with Woodhill Homes Plan

City of Cleveland, BBC, Bike Cleveland

Mid (2–5 years)

Could provide metalworking skills training

BBC, City of Cleveland, Local Arts Schools and Programs

Mid (2–5 years)

Coordinate with utility companies

Edwin’s, BBC, local business owners CMHA, BBC, property owner

Short (1–2 years)

Expand outdoor eating options

Mid (2–5 years)

Coordinate with Woodhill Homes Plan

GCRTA, BBC, City of Cleveland

Short (1–2 years)

Coordinate with GCRTA Public Art RFP

BBC, City of Cleveland, Rec Center

Short (1–2 year)

Train youth or adults to photo-document memorials, then respectfully relocate

BBC, The Sculpture Center, CLEVR

Short (1–2 year)

Reinforce the innovative identity of BOXSPOT with a changing Augmented Reality exhibit on the walls

BBC, City of Cleveland, Rec Center

Long (5+ years)

Build on existing indoor art and outdoor investments. Funding support from sports company, ie. Adidas, Nike, etc.

City of Cleveland, BBC

Mid (2–5 years)

Could serve multi-function as public art sculpture, climbing element

BBC, City of Cleveland, Current Vendors, property owner

Mid (2–5 years)

Example at W. 25th Street in Ohio City, near Detroit Avenue

Seymour (homeowner), BBC, African American History Org, GCRTA

Short (1–2 year)

Idea initiated by local resident Seymour

BBC, Inner City Hues, UMDC, Mt. Pleasant NOW, City of Cleveland Public Art

Short (1–2 year)

Could expand to all Cleveland neighborhoods, in partnership with City of Cleveland’s Public Art Program

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LOCATION

OTHER

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Lighting for Sidaway Bridge

Sidaway Bridge

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Outdoor Art & History Museum

Kinsman Road Bridge

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Basketball Court Mural

Various Locations

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Biophillic Art Theme Areas

Various Locations, including Woodhill Homes and Urban Agriculture Innovation Zone

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Union Branch Public Library Art Park

Union Branch Library along E. 93rd St

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Opportunity Corridor Public Art projects

Various Opportunity Corridor locations

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Online map of Cleveland public art

Elevate the East target area, then entire city

Action Plan

PARTNERS

TIMEFRAME

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

BBC, City of Cleveland

Long (5+ years)

Artistic lighting combined with safety measures to discourage trespassing

BBC, African-American History Society, Cleveland Historical, ODOT

Mid (2–5 years)

Provide information while walking across bridge. Example in Tremont neighborhood.

BBC, Inner City Hues, City of Cleveland Recreation Dept

Mid (2–5 years)

Partnership with Project Backboard, Example at Lakeview Terrace

BBC, CMHA, Rid-All, Health Research Institution

Mid (2–5 years)

Could include research project with local health institution to reduce resident stress

CPL, BBC, City of Cleveland

Mid (2–5 years)

Recommendations from CPL150 Plan

City of Cleveland, BBC

Mid (2–5 years)

Coordinate with Opportunity Corridor Development

Short (1–2 years)

Expand existing online public art map available at ElevateTheEast.org

BBC. City of Cleveland Public Art

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The bus stop at the intersection of E. 93rd Street and Kinsman Road is often busy, but needs more seating.

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OTHER ART

EXISTING PUBLIC ART

WALL MURAL

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WALL MURAL

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GATEWAY PARK

ART & SOUL OF BUCKEYE

LOVE LUNES

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One of the most essential projects in the Action Plan

Street. Located on City of Cleveland land bank lots,

is a Memorial Park. A different memorial park could be

the two potential sites for the Memorial Park along E.

designated in each one of the three project target

93rd Street provide a visible reminder to neighbors

areas: Kinsman, Woodland Hills, and

Buckeye. The

and passersby of the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resilience. Based

parks would provide a physical space to memorialize

on public engagement feedback, the park space

loved ones from the past, present, and future.

should include natural elements, a path, ample lighting, and space to display personal items. The

During the engagement process, residents focused

park could temporarily display items collected from

their recommendations on a first site along E. 93rd

roadside memorials across the neighborhood.

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Examples of Memorial Parks for contemplation through nature and sculpture.

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MURAL 8

MURAL @ E. 93 rd ST (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS)

MURAL WALL

SEATING EDGE

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BUSY STREETS AND MISSING SEATS Murals provide a relatively low-cost and high-impact way to increase an areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s visual interest. Blank walls facing busy streets are often ideal locations to prioritize murals. The stretch of E. 93rd Street between Kinsman Road and Union Avenue was identified as a priority corridor for public art by the community. Several buildings along E. 93rd Street with adjacent vacant lots create ideal opportunities to combine new murals with needed seating. The blank southern facade on E. 93rd Street and Easton Avenue offers one example of a prominent building canvas. As shown in the image below, the mural could respond to the irregular outline Below: Examples of potential mural locations on building facades along E. 93rd St.

of the building. Adjacent seating blocks could provide a missing amenity for pedestrians, while discouraging dumping on the vacant lot.

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MURAL @ KINSMAN ROAD & E. 116 th STREET

Once the site of a colorful mural, the Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cleaners building at 11601 Kinsman Road could again enhance the intersection with public art. The previous mural deteriorated over time, revealing the blank brick wall beneath. Serving as a key North-South crossroads, the intersection of Kinsman Road and E. 116th Street experiences high traffic volumes. The mural could welcome drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists, particularly those entering from the West. This location is neaby Luke Easter Park, which could inspire content for the mural, including natural images, community activities, or admired athletes.

MURAL WALL

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10

MURAL @ E. 93 rd & DICKENS AVENUE BUILDING Large blank facades of corrugated steel and concrete block define the building on E. 93rd Street and Dickens Avenue. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of the first sights for people traveling South on E. 93rd Street from Kinsman Road. But the windowless building offers an opportunity to wrap the corner with a memorable visual identity.

MURAL WALL

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KINSMAN BRIDGE MURAL

Kinsman Road Bridge

My name is:

My project title is:

My inspiration is:

Kinsman Road is one of the busiest streets in the study area. Some sections have concentrations of stores, but others have very little visual interest. The long Kinsman Road Bridge stretches over railroad tracks and Kingsbury Run, a natural watershed ravine.

Separating the eastern and western sections of Kinsman Road, the bridge could serve as a welcoming gateway, expressing a stronger sense of identity.

Through

the

engagement

process,

community

members were given the opportunity to draw their ideas for the gateway. From young students to long-time residents, dozens of drawers shared their concepts. Many of the illustrations included bright and bold colors. Some also incorporated inspiring words or phrases, meant to encourage passersby on their daily commute.

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MURAL 13

MURAL @ CHEERS RESTAURANT

MURAL WALL

In

partnership

with

Union

Miles

Development

Corporation, mural projects will extend south of Union Avenue along E. 93rd Street. The CHEERS Restaurant presents a short term opportunity for a mural. The northern facade of the brick building is clear of obstructionsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a visible canvas for artists. Ideas for the mural include an image of a young girl with her hands in prayer.

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14

GCRTA SERVICE FACILITY WALL MURAL

MURAL WALL

At the northern end of the study area sits a garage

Painting the wall would make it the longest mural in

facility for the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit

Ohio and one of the longest in the United States. Since

Authority (GCRTA). Most of the site’s frontage along

the property is owned by GCRTA, some community

Woodhill Avenue is shielded by a wall. The tall brick wall

members suggested the mural could explore themes

is approximately 733 feet long, creating an imposing

of public transportation and racial equity. Ideas for

presence on the corridor. It’s a prime opportunity for

a wall mural at this site were raised by residents of

public art to enhance the street’s appearance and

Woodhill Homes during planning processes for both

express important neighborhood history.

WoodhillUpNext and Elevate The East.

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E. 88 th STREET SOUND WALL

MURAL WALL

Sound barrier above and examples of community ideas on the opposite page.

During a neighborhood tour with a local resident, the

to beautify the street could send a message that

large wall along E. 88th Street was suggested as a

people care about the area. Signs of physical care

prime spot for a mural. Although located a couple

and maintenance could discourage some negative

blocks from a main street, the sound barrier is close

behaviors. A mural creation process that involves

to a public playground. Several residents shared their

nearby youth and residents could send a strong

safety concerns traveling to the playground. A mural

message of unity, while building social connections

may not entirely prevent future crime, but an effort

between neighbors.

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WOVU RADIO TOWER ART

WOVU 95.9 FM is a community radio station managed

by Burten, Bell, Carr Development Inc. (BBC). WOVU connects

people

to

valuable

information

and

resources through on-air broadcasting and associated social media platforms. In 2018, the radio station launched and the broadcast tower rose up. The thin, tall structure is located at the key intersection of Kinsman Road and E. 93rd Street. It’s also visible from a distance.

In order to extend the visibility of the tower further and at night, lighting and public art could enhance the structure. Other precedents have applied colorful elements and text to existing infrastructure towers.

The practical feasibility of adding additional weight and maintenance requirements will need to be

1.

evaluated for the WOVU tower. But if some degree of enhancement is possible, then this tall object creates an exciting opportunity to create an iconic piece of public art.

1. Electrical tower art. Germany.

2. Text tower art. San Antonio, TX

The height of the radio tower reinforces the neighborhood’s aim to Elevate The East. Some public art projects support this identity through viewing platforms, but tall structures also direct people’s gaze upwards. It could serve as one in a series of towers along E. 93rd Street / Woodhill Road.

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2.

Above: Conceptual rendering of WOVU radio tower with bold text.

Below: Illuminated tower text at night.

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1.

AFRICAN OBELISK

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In keeping with the two themes of “Elevate the View” and “African-American Identity”, community members suggested the addition of African Obelisks in the neighborhood. An obelisk is a tall, four-sided, narrow tapering monument that ends in a pyramid-like shape at the top. The first obelisks were built in Ancient Egypt, establishing an unbroken connection to African culture.

The obelisk’s height can help reinforce the area’s identity as a high point. Along with other towers and viewing platforms, an obelisk could become an iconic public art sculpture. The simple shape is open to many forms of interpretation. It could display carvings, symbols or text. And could be constructed from a variety of materials, meant to blend in or reflect the surroundings, like the example shown below.

2.

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1. African Obelisk. Luxor, Egypt 2. Rufus King Park

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VIEWING TOWERS

2.

Viewing towers come in all shapes and sizes. They can elevate people far above their usual line of sight or simply frame a meaningful view. Some examples are extravagant structures intended to attract visitors.

While others are local amenities, fabricated with neighborhood volunteers. Oftentimes, the available budget and safety concerns will guide design of the final object. But opportunities exist in the study area for multiple interpretations of the viewing tower.

2.

1.

3.

1. MOOS Golden Crown. Kent State CUDC, Cleveland, OH 2. Dendrites. Montreal, Canada 3. Rhode Island

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RTA BUS SHELTERS GRAPHIC ART SEATING NEAR BUS STOPS

RADIO TOWER ART

VENDOR SHADE

SCULPTURE PARK BUS STOP

BUS STOP

PLANTER ART

CROSSWALK ART BUS STOP BUS STOP

E. 93rd Street and Kinsman Road was identified as a

vendor shade could support the existing streetside

key intersection for public art. It is a high-traffic area for

fruit vendor and reinforce the street edge, while

cars and public transit. In the future, vacant land bank

retaining parking. Community feedback suggested

lots on the Southwest corner may be redeveloped, so

public art inspired by the location’s historic black

public art actions on this site should accommodate

businesses and entrepreneurs, sometimes referred to

this potential change. The variety of public art actions

as Black Wall Street. Benches could also acknowledge

are intended to create a memorable sense of place

loved ones lost in the area with dedications such as,

through design and function. For example, a colorful

“Our Little Angel, Alianna DeFreeze.”

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1.

4.

2.

5.

3.

6.

1. Bus Stop Art 2. Vendor Shade 3. Planter Art 4. Black Wall St Mural 5. Sculpture Park 6. Street Pole Banners

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CROSSWALK PUBLIC ART

1.

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Colorful crosswalks are important components in the family of public art projects proposed at the intersection of Kinsman Road and E. 93rd Street.

The crosswalk design could take inspiration from a number of sources. It could announce close proximity to Luke Easter Park with natural elements, such as 2.

leaves or trees. Similarly, the design could takes cures from geometric forms of nearby buildings or traditional African art patterns. On the other hand, the crosswalk could express the abstract invention of an artist, introducing a new element to the corridor.

The specific pattern chosen for the crosswalk will be determined during a future process, but will require partnership with city officials. Not all visual configurations will meet the street marking regulations.

3.

Approvals

might

require

sustained

involvement from the lead organization, community members, and the Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s traffic engineers. Many cities across the country are advancing innovative design for crosswalks, recognizing the safety benefits for both pedestrians and motorists. The bright, memorable, and visible patterns offer endless creativity, as well as a critical urban function.

4.

1. Crosswalk & Streetscape Art 2. Ricardo Paniagua. Dallas, TX 3. Alfred Avenue. St. Louis, MO 4. Atlantic Avenue. Long Beach, CA

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Artistic graphics can be applied on building walls to create murals, but public art can also enhance other common surfaces. One example found throughout the area is the fence. In particular, fences with narrow vertical slats. These slim and repetitive surfaces provide opportunities for head-turning public art.

Images painted or printed on fences, such as the ones shown to the left, snap into view when an individual moves to the right spot. When viewed from the side, the image disappears. But from the correct angle,

1.

the slats align to materialize an image. The term for this kind of artwork is “anamorphic art.” Anamorphic means “a distorted image or projection that appears normal when viewed from a particular point or with a suitable lens.”

Based on feedback from community members, an ideal location to implement this concept is Woodhill Homes.

CMHA’s Woodhill Homes property is surrounded by vertical slat fences on several sides. Local residents prioritized the fences along Woodland Avenue for 2.

new public art, due to their highly visible location and potential to beautify the housing development. The images could also serve as a temporary public art

1. Street Artist Zebrating Anamorphic Art 2. Zebrating Anamorphic Street Art

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project, enhancing the area until future development is complete.

1.

3.

2.

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UTILITY BOX PUBLIC ART

Utility boxes are found throughout urban areas. In fact, they are so common that people often ignore their presence. These ubiquitous infrastructure objects can be transformed into public art canvases.

4.

Several neighborhoods in Cleveland have already implemented utility box art programs, including Downtown Cleveland, University Circle, and Midtown.

Insights from these processes could provide useful lessons to apply in Elevate the Eastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s project area.

1. Maryland Parkway 2. San Rafael 3. Big Chief David Montana 4. Melissa McGill

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Appendix

Love Lunes Over Buckeye for LAND studio poetry by Damien Ware images courtesy of Little Jacket little-jacket.com

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SURVEY DATA

qualities area it unique? Select your top 3 ch WHAT about QUALITIESthe ABOUTfocus THE FOCUS AREAmake MAKE IT UNIQUE? SELECT YOUR TOP 3 CHOICES.

0

Answered: 126

100

200

Luke Easter Park Arts/Culture Events

Skipped: 3

300

History

Sense of Community

Youth Culture Music

400

Urban Agriculture

Food/Cuisine

500

Park/Greenspace Local businesses

High Elevation/Views

Diversity/ Inclusiveness Styles Art +Kingsbury Elevate TheArchitectural East | Connecting People Run Other (please specify)

3 What do you think the role of public art in the focus area is? Select your Top 5 WHAT DO YOU THINK THE ROLE OF PUBLIC ART THE FOCUS AREA IS? SELECT YOUR TOP 5.

Answered: 123IN Skipped: 6

0

100

200

300

Promote local pride

400

500

600

700

800

900

1000

Enrich people's lives

Help build and reinforce distinct neighborhood identities Encourage visitors to the neighborhood Welcome people to the neighborhoods

Celebrate neighborhood history Support growth of the local arts communit

Provide art to local youth Open up conversations about issues facing the community Bring a sense of whimsy and delight to everyday spaces Position Cleveland's Eastside neighborhoods as an arts destination Enhance identity of community institutions and civic buildings Anchor public spaces

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Draw attention to nature

1/2

Other (please specify)

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What locations are most important for public art in the focus area WHAT LOCATIONS ARE MOST IMPORTANT FOR PUBLIC ART IN THE FOCUS AREA? Answered: 121

0

100

Skipped: 8

200

300

400

500

Parks and open spaces The Sidewalks Inside public buildings Elevate East | Connecting Art + People

Inside housing developments Vacant lots

Neighborhood gateways

Schools

Other (please provide specific locations)

e following describe your relationship to the project area?RESPONSES (Mark all an apply.)

WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBE YOUR RELATIONSHIP TO THE PROJECT AREA? 82.64%

ations)

(MARK ALL ANSWERS WHICH APPLY.) Answered: 124

Skipped: 5

32.23% 19.01% 21.49% 66.94%

0

100

200

300

Work in one of the focus area neighborhoods Kinsman neighborhood resident

400

Buckeye neighborhood resident

Shaker Square neighborhood resident

Other (please provide specific location) Woodland Hills neighborhood resident

Artist

47.11%

500

50.41% 12.40%

Middle school / Junior high student

Union-Miles neighborhood resident Business owner in one of the focus area neighborhoods

College student

Elementary school student

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Q6 What is your age?

WHAT IS YOUR AGE?

Answered: 124

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

Skipped: 5

60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

Under 18 Elevate 18 toThe 24 East25| to 34 35 to 44 + People 45 to 54 Connecting Art 65 to 74 75 or older

55 to 64

RESPONSES

Which race/ethnicity best describes you?12.10% (Please choose only one WHICH RACE/ETHNICITY BEST DESCRIBES YOU? (PLEASE CHOOSE ONLY ONE.) Answered: 123 Skipped: 6 5.65% 13.71% 16.94% 20.97% 17.74% 9.68% 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

American Indian or Alaskan Native Black or African American

50%

60%

3.23% 70%

80%

90% 100%

Asian / PaciďŹ c Islander

Hispanic

White / Caucasian

Multiple ethnicity / Other (please specify) RESPONSES

ative

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0.00% 0.00% 80.49% 0.81%

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Q8 What is your gender?

WHAT IS YOUR GENDER?

0%

10%

Female

20%

Male

Answered: 124

30%

40%

50%

Skipped: 5

60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

Prefer to self-describe (please specify) RESPONSES 72.58% 25.81% 1.61%

pecify)

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RESPONSES

DATE

1

N/A

10/23/2019 6:

2

public awareness

10/22/2019 1:

3

More advertising in local businesses & schools

10/22/2019 1:

4

Keep up the good work

10/17/2019 12

5

Nothing further at this time.

9/29/2019 1:3

6

I believe this community will be best served by the continue your outreach...

9/27/2019 1:1

7

Plant fruit tree - Vacant Lots

9/27/2019 1:0

8

Just do it.

9/27/2019 1:0

9

How will this company improve our community?

9/27/2019 1:0

10

Why don't y'all have that much art

9/27/2019 1:0

11

We can start off with something simple and reach up to our potential.

9/27/2019 12:

12

How will this company improve our community?

9/27/2019 12:

13

CHANGE IS THE KEY

9/26/2019 12:

14

Create conversations, dialogues with both residents and visitors; art should be interactive, experiential

9/25/2019 10:

15

I am interested in volunteering and potentially having others participate.

9/25/2019 7:5

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None

9/25/2019 1:1

17

NA

9/24/2019 10:

18

When are you starting ,what things like there are computer labs and a comunity center in other area for people to go wih books and computer classes

9/23/2019 3:2

19

Will you utilize local and outside artists for contributions

9/22/2019 4:4

20

My name is GARY Clark. I do Abstract art/Murals. I'm willing to work with you on this platform and put my skills to work.

9/21/2019 3:3

21

How Will Company Improve our community?

9/21/2019 3:0

22

How can we expand this project to other communities.

9/21/2019 1:4

23

Unique opportunity to find a theme/thread that connects the entire program, vs all separate and distinct installations

9/20/2019 6:5

24

Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait to see more locally created public art coming to the neighborhood supporting artists who live here!

9/19/2019 9:5

25

Maybe we can put up gazebos and benches.

9/18/2019 9:1

26

Give me some work.

9/14/2019 12:

27

Remember to describe or identify the public art with MH( multiple handicapped) individuals in mind. Please use a variety techniques to communicate about the piece.

8/29/2019 10:

28

What type of maintenance should be used against the elements of the weather for the up-keep of the art so future generations may enjoy the art?

8/29/2019 8:2

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My name is Joshua Muhammad. I had the chance to meet a nice lady named Danielle today at Niko's event center located on 93rd. Her and another African American lady whos name I have forgotten liked how I carried myself and my ideas. They spoke to me afterwards and said they would love to interview me. The lady who was speaking to Danielle at my table said that "my story has to be heard". I gave Danielle my phone number which is 216-394-6093. My question is if I were to get interviewed, where would the video be posted ? I'll be looking forward to meeting and connecting with David, Ben, Myra and the rest of the Elevate the East Team. It was a pleasure. Contact me soon. Peace, love and blessings to you all.

8/28/2019 10:

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Utilize local artist

8/28/2019 6:41 PM

31

Use public art to enhance the character of each area.

8/28/2019 6:27 PM

32

Are you seeking members of the community to participate in activities or planning?

8/28/2019 6:25 PM

33

Look closely to find unexpected sources of inspiration.

8/27/2019 5:15 PM

34

Will artist who live & work in the community be used or featured in the project?

8/23/2019 2:39 AM

35

Display childrens artistic expression.

8/20/2019 11:10 AM

36

Recreation Center with an indoor swimming pool

8/20/2019 10:07 AM

37

I would love to see a movie screen in our areas. Please also how about three screens & speakers.

8/20/2019 10:04 AM

38

To see the neighborhood more beautiful with more art in it

8/20/2019 9:58 AM

39

None at this time.

8/13/2019 6:44 PM

40

How do you go about being an artist?

8/6/2019 4:32 PM

41

None at this time

7/30/2019 4:36 PM

42

None right now

7/27/2019 3:16 PM

43

None

7/27/2019 2:23 PM

44

Make it artsy and full of colors and life.

7/26/2019 10:41 AM

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A drawing of two men. One holding a gun. In the other holding boxing gloves. It would mean guns down gloves up

7/25/2019 1:00 PM

46

When will project began and how long will it take

7/25/2019 12:58 PM

47

I do t have any questions

7/25/2019 12:58 PM

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N/A

7/25/2019 12:57 PM

49

N/A

7/25/2019 12:56 PM

50

Think outside the box. Please take the time to cpnnect youth artist with elder artist . That way exchange of ideas from both groups may have beautiful, creative results with an intergenerational taste to them. Would also help with keeping our youth in the neighborhoods.

7/25/2019 4:19 AM

51

You should make it possible for young artist to come out to take their minds off of a lot and to get them to show their talent.

7/21/2019 8:26 PM

52

Love the MOOS project. Some of their pieces were loaned to PorchFest for the day. Any way to see more of their fun and funky pieces at neighborhood events? This is the perfect blend of public art and PRACTICAL art that speaks so loud and proud!

7/20/2019 10:19 PM

53

Podcast , artist talks

7/20/2019 2:24 PM

54

By the people for the people

7/20/2019 2:00 PM

55

I believe the neighborhoods involved would benefit from imagery that is positive and encourages personal and collective empowerment.

7/16/2019 9:28 AM

56

Expansion to other neighborhoods.

7/15/2019 10:31 PM

57

I would really love to see something created by the youth of the surrounding schools and neighborhoods. Also maybe something that is ever changing, like a chalk wall.

7/15/2019 7:22 PM

58

Na

7/15/2019 10:34 AM

59

Resident lead organizing structure / framework

7/14/2019 5:11 PM

60

Put Central in!

7/6/2019 11:11 AM

61

Conduct community focus groups and stakeholders

7/6/2019 11:08 AM

62

When will it start?

7/6/2019 11:05 AM

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What is the long term goal? Is this project based or something built into the community that would continue on?

7/2/2019 1:32 PM

64

Will there be a strategy and funds to maintain the art projects once they have been completed?

6/28/2019 6:35 AM

65

Local artists

6/27/2019 7:41 PM

66

Painting or drawing on sidewalks

6/26/2019 12:39 PM

67

Drawing on sidewalks.

6/26/2019 12:34 PM

68

Where is the funding coming from?

6/26/2019 12:32 PM

69

concentrate less on arts destination as these change as other neighborhoods change. Provide attractions and grow the neighborhood.

6/26/2019 12:14 PM

70

Do more activities.

6/26/2019 12:06 PM

71

Please use Minority artists and artist from the community

6/20/2019 8:00 PM

72

Comprehensive art in east/southeast neighborhoods

6/20/2019 6:36 PM

73

I believe the East public are project should help beautify and educate the neighborhoods.

5/30/2019 8:51 AM

74

please be clear about the neighborhoods, do not pre describe or lump them in with other neighborhoods. include E. 93rd as a neighborhood

5/29/2019 2:00 PM

WHAT QUALITIES OR SPECIAL FEATURES WITHIN THE AREA ABOVE WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE Elevate The East | Connecting Art + People CELEBRATED THROUGH PUBLIC ART? PLEASE SHARE THREE SHORT PHRASES THAT BEST CAPTURE THESE QUALITIES OR SPECIAL FEATURES. # RESPONSE 1: DATE

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1

Native nationally renowned performers

10/23/2019 7:17 PM

2

Street Poles

10/23/2019 6:36 PM

3

Afrofuturism

10/22/2019 1:27 PM

4

vibrancy of color

10/22/2019 1:22 PM

5

music

10/22/2019 1:20 PM

6

historic figures

10/22/2019 1:18 PM

7

GVNH Garden Valley Neighborhood House Support

10/22/2019 1:16 PM

8

additional upgrades

10/22/2019 1:13 PM

9

Pavilion

10/22/2019 1:07 PM

10

Woodhill Ave

10/22/2019 1:05 PM

11

Historic architecture

10/17/2019 1:00 PM

12

Asthetic

10/17/2019 12:47 PM

13Appendix Education

9/29/2019 1:33 AM

14

Culture

9/27/2019 1:14 PM

15

Poetry

9/27/2019 1:11 PM

4

vibrancy of color

10/22/2019 1:22 PM

5

music

10/22/2019 1:20 PM

6

historic figures

10/22/2019 1:18 PM

7

GVNH Garden Valley Neighborhood House Support

10/22/2019 1:16 PM

8

additional upgrades

10/22/2019 1:13 PM

9

Pavilion

10/22/2019 1:07 PM

10

Woodhill Ave

10/22/2019 1:05 PM

11

Historic architecture

10/17/2019 1:00 PM

12

Asthetic

10/17/2019 12:47 PM

13

Education

9/29/2019 1:33 AM

14

Culture

9/27/2019 1:14 PM

15

Poetry

9/27/2019 1:11 PM

16

Abstract / color

9/27/2019 1:09 PM

17

people

9/27/2019 1:07 PM

18

History of Housing Developments

9/27/2019 1:05 PM

19

The cooks we have

9/27/2019 1:03 PM

20

it is quiet

9/27/2019 12:59 PM

21

it's quiet but not so loud

9/27/2019 12:54 PM

22

How we all come together for parties or special events.

9/27/2019 12:52 PM

23

None

9/26/2019 12:20 AM

24

Cultural history: past, present and future

9/25/2019 10:17 PM

25

Community

9/25/2019 7:48 AM

26

Poems

9/24/2019 7:25 PM

27

Family

9/24/2019 10:52 AM

28

Culture

9/23/2019 6:58 PM

29

You can put painting up like by wooland ave and 110th street

9/23/2019 3:15 AM

30

Reflecting the population of the neighborhood

9/22/2019 4:47 PM

31

People in the neighborhood

9/22/2019 4:25 PM

32

History

9/22/2019 10:38 AM

33

All ares

9/21/2019 3:27 PM

34

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quiet

9/21/2019 3:03 PM

35

Cleveland landmarks

9/21/2019 1:46 PM

36

Local history

37

Winston Willis entrepreneurial history

9/19/2019 9:49 PM

38

Neighborhood artist

9/19/2019 9:20 PM

39

Happy looking and positive captions

40

Social seating

9/15/2019 8:30 PM

41

inspirational quotes

9/14/2019 12:54 PM

42

Geometric Abstract Murals

9/14/2019 12:51 PM

43

Resiliency is the East side.

8/29/2019 9:57 PM

44

Successful black Inventors of Cleveland and Northeast Ohio

8/29/2019 8:15 AM

45

Self Love Quotes and pictures

8/28/2019 10:13 PM

46

Faith

8/28/2019 6:34 PM

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Neighborhood artist

9/19/2019 9:20 PM

39

Happy looking and positive captions

9/18/2019 9:13 AM

40

Social seating

9/15/2019 8:30 PM

41

inspirational quotes

9/14/2019 12:54 PM

42

Geometric Abstract Murals

9/14/2019 12:51 PM

43

Resiliency is the East side.

8/29/2019 9:57 PM

44

Successful black Inventors of Cleveland and Northeast Ohio

8/29/2019 8:15 AM

45

Self Love Quotes and pictures

8/28/2019 10:13 PM

46

Faith

8/28/2019 6:34 PM

47

Richness of inner city culture

8/28/2019 6:19 PM

48

Music

8/28/2019 6:04 PM

49

Innovative Youth Culture

8/27/2019 4:39 PM

50

Promote family Unity

8/23/2019 7:19 AM

51

Intergenerational support

8/23/2019 2:32 AM

52

Fancy neighborhood or street signs

8/20/2019 3:31 PM

53

Community awareness

8/20/2019 11:06 AM

54

Fathers; there needs to be images of strong men

8/20/2019 10:30 AM

55

more canvasing

8/20/2019 10:13 AM

56

lots of color

8/20/2019 10:11 AM

57

Sports Art in Woodlawn Hills Park (Luke Easter)

8/20/2019 10:05 AM

58

youth education

8/20/2019 10:00 AM

59

Buckeye Area

8/20/2019 9:56 AM

60

murals

8/17/2019 9:08 AM

61

Historical people sculptures

8/13/2019 8:07 PM

62

Children laughing

8/13/2019 6:43 PM

63

Murals that describe the neighborhood

8/13/2019 6:40 PM

64

Paintings on buildings

8/13/2019 6:37 PM

65

to see public art at recreation centers

8/6/2019 4:30 PM

66

mural

8/6/2019 4:26 PM

67

The sculptures

8/6/2019 4:24 PM

68

Love

8/6/2019 2:00 PM

69

Community art

7/30/2019 4:33 PM

70

Unity

7/27/2019 3:05 PM

71

Unity

7/27/2019 2:18 PM

72

People being actibe

7/26/2019 10:35 AM

73

History of the Neighborhood

7/25/2019 5:49 PM

74

Ali

7/25/2019 12:57 PM

75

I like that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s open space

7/25/2019 12:56 PM

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Positive statements/visions

7/20/2019 10:12 PM

77

CDC

7/20/2019 2:22 PM

78

History of the neighborhood from community perspectives

7/20/2019 1:52 PM

79

History

7/18/2019 6:10 AM

80

community strength

7/16/2019 9:15 AM

81

Green space is valued!

7/15/2019 10:25 PM

82

Resilience

7/15/2019 8:04 PM

83

More art around the park

7/15/2019 7:20 PM

84

black culture

7/15/2019 6:50 PM

85

Neighborhood history

7/15/2019 10:32 AM

86

Walkability

7/14/2019 5:09 PM

87

dance

7/6/2019 11:18 AM

88

black opportunities

7/6/2019 11:09 AM

89

artwork done by people from the community

7/6/2019 11:06 AM

90

beauty

7/6/2019 11:03 AM

91

Nature

7/2/2019 1:28 PM

92

architecture

6/28/2019 6:29 AM

93

Safe gatherings

6/27/2019 7:38 PM

94

smiles on buildings

6/26/2019 12:35 PM

95

playing baseball together

6/26/2019 12:33 PM

96

architecture

6/26/2019 12:31 PM

97

the untapped human assets

6/26/2019 12:15 PM

98

trees / water (more nature)

6/26/2019 12:12 PM

99

something that creates a sense of space

6/26/2019 12:09 PM

100

cultures/traditions of residents

6/26/2019 12:07 PM

101

more greenery along 116th street

6/26/2019 12:04 PM

102

Diversity

6/20/2019 7:58 PM

103

History

6/20/2019 6:34 PM

104

Incorporate ALL of E. 93rd Street

5/29/2019 1:50 PM

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RESPONSE 3:

DATE

1

History of blacks in Cleveland

10/23/2019 7:17 PM

2

Youth Playing, Walking, or Riding Bikes

10/22/2019 1:27 PM

3

art from neighborhood residents

10/22/2019 1:22 PM

4

arts / culture

10/22/2019 1:20 PM

5

Business Growth + Development Classes (Daily or business goals)

10/22/2019 1:16 PM

6

Heritage and culture

10/17/2019 1:00 PM

7

New

10/17/2019 12:47 PM

8

Music

9/29/2019 1:33 AM

9

Promote local talent

9/27/2019 1:11 PM

10

Family art

9/27/2019 1:09 PM

11

needs

9/27/2019 1:07 PM

12

What we are doing

9/27/2019 1:03 PM

13

there is so much animales

9/27/2019 12:59 PM

14

it's nice kids

9/27/2019 12:54 PM

15

Zero

9/26/2019 12:20 AM

16

Community interaction, conversations, participation

9/25/2019 10:17 PM

17

Families working together

9/25/2019 7:48 AM

18

Fashion design

9/24/2019 7:25 PM

19

Preservance

9/24/2019 10:52 AM

20

Nature

9/23/2019 6:58 PM

21

Put more murals and sitting areas

9/23/2019 3:15 AM

22

Diversity

9/22/2019 4:47 PM

23

Connection of art all over the city

9/22/2019 4:25 PM

24

Any area.

9/21/2019 3:27 PM

25

There is so much animals

9/21/2019 3:03 PM

26

Comminity residents

9/21/2019 1:46 PM

27

Ethnicity

9/20/2019 6:47 AM

28

Native history of the land (Larchmere/Buckeye/Woodland Hills neighborhood)

9/19/2019 9:49 PM

29

Art show featuring local artists

9/19/2019 9:20 PM

30

Temporary outdoor exhibit

9/15/2019 8:30 PM

31

vibrant colors

9/14/2019 12:54 PM

32

Branding Buckeye with faith, community and love.

8/29/2019 9:57 PM

33

Black men mentoring younger black men and Black Male & Female Families

8/29/2019 8:15 AM

34

Financially independent knowledge

8/28/2019 10:13 PM

35

Future reflexing hope

8/28/2019 6:34 PM

36 AppendixPride in home and business ownership

8/28/2019 6:19 PM

37

8/27/2019 4:39 PM

Excellent Athletes

28

Native history of the land (Larchmere/Buckeye/Woodland Hills neighborhood)

9/19/2019 9:49 PM

29

Art show featuring local artists

9/19/2019 9:20 PM

30

Temporary outdoor exhibit

9/15/2019 8:30 PM

31

vibrant colors

9/14/2019 12:54 PM

32

Branding Buckeye with faith, community and love.

8/29/2019 9:57 PM

33

Black men mentoring younger black men and Black Male & Female Families

8/29/2019 8:15 AM

34

Financially independent knowledge

8/28/2019 10:13 PM

35

Future reflexing hope

8/28/2019 6:34 PM

36

Pride in home and business ownership

8/28/2019 6:19 PM

37

Excellent Athletes

8/27/2019 4:39 PM

38

Rule of Law

39

Canine babies

40

Images of local heroes

8/20/2019 3:31 PM

41

Peacefulness

8/20/2019 11:06 AM

42

Community assets

8/20/2019 10:30 AM

43

more murals

8/20/2019 10:13 AM

44

better looking local businesses

8/20/2019 10:00 AM

45

creative landscaping

8/17/2019 9:08 AM

46

Keeping neighborhood safe

8/13/2019 6:43 PM

47

Drawings of famous residents who lived in the neighborhood.

8/13/2019 6:40 PM

48

Hanging plants or flags on poles

8/13/2019 6:37 PM

49

statue

8/6/2019 4:26 PM

50

The people around

8/6/2019 4:24 PM

51

Respect of black lives

8/6/2019 2:00 PM

52

Historical pieces

7/30/2019 4:33 PM

53

Making the Impossible Possible

7/27/2019 3:05 PM

54

Resources for Children

7/27/2019 2:18 PM

55

Art showcasing community events (ex. concerts)

7/26/2019 10:35 AM

56

Obama

7/25/2019 12:57 PM

57

I like that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s different

7/25/2019 12:56 PM

58

Statue

7/25/2019 12:55 PM

59

Stability

7/25/2019 12:54 PM

60

Love

7/25/2019 12:54 PM

61

Creative spaces to put art

7/25/2019 4:10 AM

62

New hope and peace

7/21/2019 8:22 PM

63

Future potential

7/20/2019 10:12 PM

64

Green spaces

7/20/2019 2:22 PM

65

Neighbors as the PAID artist

7/20/2019 1:52 PM

66

Culture

7/18/2019 6:10 AM

67

positive role models

7/16/2019 9:15 AM

68

Seniors citizens matter!

7/15/2019 10:25 PM

69

The children of the neighborhoods

7/15/2019 8:04 PM

70

The community in general. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s get together and make a community mural

7/15/2019 7:20 PM

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Acknowledgments

SPECIAL THANKS A young resident takes in the view of Kinsman Road and the downtown skyline from BOXSPOTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tower.

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PROJECT TEAM DESIGN CONSULTANTS

The consultant team of Möbius Grey, Agnes Studio, and Seventh Hill (MAS) presents a breadth and depth of combined experience in public art design and development, urban design and planning, graphic and identity design, community outreach and engagement, and project management and implementation.

Urban Design & Research Seventh Hill: David Jurca, Clifford Ben Herring, Beth Conway Community Engagement Möbius Grey: Arlene Watson, Derick Barnes, De’Angelo Knuckles Graphic Design Agnes Studio: Danielle Rini Uva, Katie Parland, Ana Akrap Illustration Ariel Vergez

BBC STAFF

Elevate The East’s next phase of implementation will be led by dedicated individuals from Burten Bell Carr Development Corp. For more information, please contact the following BBC staff: Interim Executive Director Joy D. Johnson Director of Social Enterprises Sherita Mullins Director of Neighborhood Services, Buckeye Dawn N. Mayes Real Estate Development Director Jeffrey Sugalski

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Acknowledgments

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Special thanks goes out to each of the Steering Committee members who dedicated their time and wisdom to guide the plan at each step along the way. A complete list of their names (and faces) are shown on pages 28 and 29. These passionate neighbors, business owners, public officials, and pastors contributed the underappreciated, yet critical, work to ensure a plan reflects the voices of the community.

Additional thanks goes out to the businesses, individuals, and organizations who shared information or opened their doors for community events.

The long list of generous contributors includes: Buckeye Summer Soul Series City of Cleveland Public Art Program City Architecture Cleveland Neighborhood Progress Cleveland Metropolitan Housing Authority Darius Steward East End Neighborhood House Inner City Hues Jamal Collins Julian Khan LAND Studio Monique Williams Kelly Nikoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jamaican Restaurant Sankofa Fine Art Plus The Sculpture Center Union Miles Development Corporation Victoria Trotter Zelma Watson George Recreation Center And, most importantly, we thank the hundreds of residents and community members who took the time to participate in the Elevate the East process.

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