Title
Update on Redevelopment Projects and Development Agreements (NB)
Explanation
Staff has been asked to provide an update on referrals, several redevelopment projects and development agreements under review. This update is a sampling of the many projects underway by the CRA, and is not a complete list.
Referrals:
Downtown Water Feature - At the July 16th, 2007 meeting, the CRA Board discussed urban water features, particularly the potential for an interactive water feature located at the Plaza or some other public space Downtown. The CRA Board referred this item to Staff to research and review. Staff sought input from DRAB at its September 26, 2007 meeting. At that meeting, DRAB requested that Staff provide additional information regarding health risks associated with interactive fountains. Upon receiving information from Staff regarding the health issues DRAB recommended that there be no water features included in the downtown plaza redevelopment. Staff plans to seek further guidance from the CRA on this issue and will include the item for discussion on a future agenda early next year.
Tumblin Creek Curb - At the September 17th, 2007 the CRA Board voiced concerns about maintenance issues along the green planting strip that will run parallel to the new fencing. This planting strip is situated between the sidewalk and SW 6th Street, and extends along the roadway adjacent to the fence line. CRA members were concerned because the existing grass in this planting area has failed to thrive. The result is a patchy collection of grass and soil that is uneven and unpleasing to the eye. The CRA Board was concerned that the negative condition of this planting area would detract from the aesthetic value of the new fencing project. Due to the location of the planting strip, it is unlikely that the situation will improve without a considerable dedication of time and expense to the area. As an alternative, it is therefore recommended t...
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