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Q1 POS 1.1*: Provide parks in accordance with the Parks Master Plan.KEEPPursue opportunities for new parks and public spaces in the TowerDistrict according to the policies and standards adopted in the ParksMaster Plan. Give priority to improvements in park-deficient areas,consistent with the Measure P implementation process.
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1 Do not use school sites to fulfill this policy and look for new open stand alone parks andplaygrounds unique to Tower District. 5/8/2024 10:23 AM 2 The city should initially purchase land now for future park development. We have already losttoo much vacant land to development. If this is allowed to continue we will not have anyvacant land to develop into open space 5/8/2024 9:23 AM
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Q2 POS 1.2*: New park acquisition. KEEPStrategically pursue land for theacquisition and establishment of new parks. Two new parks have beendeveloped or are near completion: Broadway Park and Trolley Park. Theseprojects will be valuable additions for Tower District residents. Futureopportunities that should be explored include:• A public plaza in the centralcore near the Tower Theatre• Mini parks and community gardens onvacant land, City-owned land, and unneeded portions of school properties.Explore opportunities in Van Ness Village, adjacent to the Fire Station atClinton and Arthur and at the corner of Clinton and Palm, at the northeastcorner of the Hamilton School site, and• Privately-owned public spaces(POPS) created as part of new development on large sites, which might berequired of larger development projects like the Blackstone Avenuecorridor.
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1 If we create shared use agreements with schools, be sure to arrange for parking. Older schoolslack a lot of onsite parking. Shared use should not negatively impact the surroundingneighborhood. 5/8/2024 7:35 AM
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Q3 POS 1.3: Enhance existing parks for greater recreational value.KEEPIn particular:• Ted C. Wills. Advocate for a park master planningprocess and redesign that could make better use of the space and providemore amenities. Reuse of the parking lot and the school campus should beconsidered.• Roeding Park. Roeding Park lies directly west of the TowerDistrict and has been identified in the Measure P implementation processas a top priority for park improvements. Advocate for a park masterplanning process and redesign that could make this park a more valuableasset for the City as a whole.
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Q4 POS 1.4: Measure P funding. KEEPLeverage Measure P funding foracquisition and development of new parks and improvements to existingparks. Measure P generates sales tax revenue to fund improvements andmaintenance of existing public parks, build and maintain new parks andtrails, and support local arts and cultural amenities.
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1 Consider a bike/pedestrian trail on Wison Shields to 180. 5/8/2024 7:35 AM 0%
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Q5 POS 1.5*: Pursue joint-use partnerships with schools and basin sites inthe Tower District. REVISEThe City has a joint-use partnership forcommunity use of the athletic fields and the aquatic facilities at FresnoHigh School, which should be expanded to include other sites in theDistrict, thereby helping to implement the “closing the gaps” strategydefined in the Fresno Parks Master Plan. New joint-use partnershipsshould be designed to improve the capability of utilizing District open spacefor passive and active recreational and leisure opportunities by addinglandscaping, lighting, picnic facilities, and other appropriate amenities, andby extending hours of use. Joint-use agreements should not diminish theneed to create new parks in the Tower District.
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1 While school sites provide sports fields for the community, school campuses are not parks andshould not be seen as a substitute for open space. Parking in residential areas near schoolsports activities should be monitored closely as well as liter and other negative impacts toneighborhoods. If an organization using sports fields is in violation of appropriate neighborhoodstandards, then their ability to use the fields should be revoked. 5/8/2024 9:23 AM
2 Be sure that onsite parking is made available. Parking in surrounding residential neighborhoodsshould not be negatively impacted. 5/8/2024 7:35 AM 0%
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Q6 POS 1.6*: Clean Up Dry Creek. REVISEDevelop and implement aclean-up action program for Dry Creek that engages neighboring residentsand businesses.Staff CommentsThe right-of-way on Dry Creek Canal ismaintained by the Fresno Irrigation District (FID). The City is working toengage in conversations with FID to understand the feasibility of a clean-up action program along Dry-Creek Canal.
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Q7 POS 1.7*: Greenway and trail corridor along Dry Creek. REVISEStudythe feasibility of increasing public access to Dry Creek, such as trailsbetween streets, look out points, and strategic access of parcels. Pursue agreenway and trail corridor along Dry Creek to establish public access andamenities. Work with the Fresno Irrigation District to obtain accesseasements along its right-of-way and require that development on adjacentparcels contribute to trail improvements and/or amenities. Initiate adialogue between the City of Fresno, the Fresno Irrigation District, andTower District residents to reach agreement around an effective designand financial framework. This effort should build on recent work to developthe Midtown Trail along the Mill Canal. Seek to acquire vacant or keyparcels along Dry Creek to act as greenway nodes, enhancing the corridorand providing more access. Include further planting of trees and vegetationalong the Dry Creek Canal in addition to trash cans, pet pick up stationsand public benches to ensure ADA compliance is met.Staff CommentsTheright-of-way on Dry Creek Canal is maintained by the Fresno IrrigationDistrict (FID). The City is working to engage in conversations with FID tounderstand the feasibility of additional landscaping and public amenitiesalong Dry Creek Canal.
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1 There is no canal bank on the Dry Creek Canal. There is no opportunity to create a trail unlessthe canal is covered with cement or the residential and commercial businesses are bought bythe city and demolished in order to create a trail. The idea of a trail is a distraction that willnever materialize. It's time to remove this unworkable idea from the plan 5/8/2024 9:23 AM
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2 There is no walkable space along Dr Creek canal in the Tower. The idea of a trail should beabandoned in favor of beautification (trees, shrubs) 5/8/2024 7:35 AM Policy Recommendations
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Q8 POS 1.8*: Transportation impact mitigation and funding. KEEPWorkwith Caltrans to ensure that rights-of-way adjacent to major transportationfacilities are landscaped to help protect the neighborhood from visual, airquality, and noise impacts from freeways and rail corridor. Seek Federaland State funding to provide transportation mitigation and environmentalenhancement along major transportation facilities (i.e., Highway 180, Highspeed rail).
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Q9 POS 2.1: Remove barriers to access parks. KEEPEnsure that parks inthe Tower District are designed and managed in a way that maintainsaccess and a sense of welcome from the street. Specifically, minimize theuse of fences and gates along the street edges of parks, and addresssafety by improving lighting and visual sight lines.
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1 I have some concern that removing fencing will encourage the unhoused to occupy the parksat night 5/7/2024 8:58 PM 0%
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Q10 POS 2.2: Pedestrian and bike overcrossings. KEEPAdvocate for high-quality pedestrian and bike access to Roeding Park with Olive and BelmontAvenue overcrossings of the rail corridor at the district’s western edge.Explore opportunities for a separate bike and pedestrian overcrossinglinking the Tower District with Roeding Park.
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Q11 POS 3.1: Sidewalks as public space. REVISEPlant trees and makeother streetscape improvements to enhance pedestrian environments,particularly along the Tower District’s commercial corridors. See alsoCirculation policies. Refer to the City’s Urban Forestry Management Planfor a list of approved street trees.
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1 This should be a top priority as it has major impact and is not complicated or costly toimplement. 5/8/2024 10:23 AM 2 This should include Belmont Ave., west Olive, and other landscape neglected areas. 5/8/2024 9:23 AM 3 Figure out a way to protect street trees from traffic. 5/7/2024 7:59 PM 0%
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Q12 POS 4.1: Tower Public Library. KEEPWork with Fresno County tobring a library back to the Tower District, by relocating an existing branchor creating a new branch. Support this effort through actions that mayinclude, but are not limited to, zoning to allow for a library and allowing forthe joint use of City-owned facilities.
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1 Favor creating a new branch. 5/7/2024 7:59 PM
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Q13 POS 4.2: Public nighttime safety. REVISERecommend maintainingconsistent police presence on popular nights through a combination ofPatrol Officers, Traffic Officers, and Contract Law Enforcement Servicesand explore a stand-alone budget to additionally support EntertainmentDistrict peak hours and special events.
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1 Policies for noise management throughout the plan area should be well publicized, and themethods by which citizens can report noise violations should be clear and easy. Additionally,noise violations should be seriously addressed by the city. 5/8/2024 9:23 AM
2 Consider noise of daytime uses as well as nighttime. Bars that blast loud music onto thepublic right of way disturb a peaceful environment and negatively impact the possibility forother retail uses (a book store would not want to move next to a noisy bar). 5/8/2024 7:35 AM
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Q14 CHP 1.1: Develop a historic context statement for the Tower District.KEEP A comprehensive historic context statement should be developed bya qualified cultural resource professional, which describes: the district’sphysical, social, and cultural development; identifies physical patternsassociated with those developments; and recommends eligibility criteriaand integrity thresholds for the designation of historic resources. Thecontext statement should provide a consistent foundation for decisionsabout the identification, evaluation, and designation of historic properties inthe community. The historic context statement should be developed inaccordance with the standards and guidance provided by the National ParkService and the California Office of Historic Preservation. The historiccontext statement should be developed with the input of communitymembers, local historic and cultural organizations, local social andeducational institutions, and should consider the large body of previoushistoric resources studies developed for the City of Fresno, includingstudies within the Tower District.Recognize that the historic contextstatement will be used to evaluate whether a potential historic resourceshould be designated, and that, by identifying character defining featureswithin subdistricts, the statements can guide the development of context-appropriate development standards and guidelines. Also note that thehistoric context statement should address contributions by persons andpopulations that have previously been overlooked or marginalized, such aswomen, communities of color, and the LGBTQ+ community.
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1 This should be completed as part of the TDSP update process so that it is ready to implementonce the plan is complete. Let's look for what the logistics are to get this completed now. 5/8/2024 10:31 AM Policy Recommendations
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Q15 CHP 1.2: Protect the Tower District’s cultural history and resources.KEEPUsing historic context statements as a guide, continue to applystandards and procedures that regulate the alteration of designated historicresources, whether buildings and/or site features, and seek to prevent theirloss. Encourage the character of infill development to be compatible withinits historic context. Consider the adoption of context-appropriate designstandards, in recognition that some new housing projects may not beexempt from discretionary review. Note that incompatible new constructioncould distract from historic buildings, especially when adjacent to historicbuildings, and could alter the character within historic districts. Alsoreinforce the historic character of the Tower District public streets and openspaces, by establishing design standards for features like lighting,furnishings, trees, and landscape.
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1 Request to add to Ensure that new development aligns with tower district design guidelines! 5/8/2024 10:43 PM 0%
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Q16 CHP 1.3*: Conduct new historic resources survey(s) of the TowerDistrict. KEEPUpdate historic resource surveys for the area. An updatedhistoric resource survey should be used to establish a new baseline forhistoric preservation within the Tower District.
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Q17 CHP 1.4*: Revive designation efforts for previously proposed historicdistricts. REVISEThe 1991 Tower District Specific Plan proposed severalareas as potential historic districts that have not been formally listed ordesignated in the intervening years. The identified potential historic districtsinclude:• Adoline-Palm District (proposed)• Terrace Gardens District(proposed)• Wilson’s North Fresno Tract District (proposed)• Lower Fulton-Van Ness(proposed)• Bungalow Court District (proposed)• Area boundedby Olive and Van Ness, down to Elizabeth and San Pablo – east of VanNess• South of Belmont, West of BroadwayPrioritize these areas forhistoric resource surveys and the evaluation of designated and potentialresources, to provide for their potential designation as historic districts.
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1 The plan should be open to and allow the future designations of historic districts, and not belimited to those specifically stated in the plan update 5/8/2024 9:33 AM 0%
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Q18 CHP 1.5*: Evaluate designation of potential resources. REVISEUsinghistoric resource survey(s) and community engagement for guidance,identify and evaluate properties that may be eligible for historicdesignation. These properties should be researched for their historicsignificance and, if eligible, nominated for designation accordingly.Properties located in the Tower District that have been discussed aspotential historic resources include but are not limited to the following:•Historic hitching posts,• Van Ness Avenue “pineapple” streetlights,• Historicsignage, and• Shrine of St. Terese Church and School.• Sidewalk WPAstamps• Stone gateway features on Palm and Van Ness• Granite curbs Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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Q19 CHP 1.6: Highlight assets important to community identity.KEEPBuildings, structures, objects, and sites that are not eligible for listingor designation as historic resources may still contribute to the characterand identity of the community. These can include:• Buildings that house oronce housed long-term local businesses or institutions,• Neighborhood-serving commercial nodes such as Weldon and Echo avenues near FresnoHigh School, the intersection of Van Ness and Floradora (VanNessVillage), and Fulton Street (south of Olive), and• Street features suchas streetlights, street signs, street trees, sidewalkparkways, and streetmedians not distinguished as historically significant.• Recognize historicbusinesses and institutions which continue to operate in thedistrict.Although assets such as these may not be eligible for listing ashistoric resources, they can be highlighted for special planningconsideration of strategies for maintaining these assets or aspects of theseassets that contribute to the identity of the Tower District.
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Q20 CHP 1.7: Elevate the visibility of historic elements in the TowerDistrict. KEEPActively promote historic resources in the Tower Districtthrough walking tours, brochures, online resources, interpretive signage,plaques and displays. Use the District’s rich history as a draw for economicactivity, including historic tourism, and community enjoyment.
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Q21 CHP 1.8: Heritage Trust and Historic Preservation Fund.REVISEStudy the creation of a City of Fresno Heritage Trust and HistoricPreservation Fund to support acquisition, rehabilitation, and maintenanceof historic resources. Evaluate the feasibility of a right-of-first refusalprogram for the Trust to acquire historic properties.
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Q22 CHP 1.9: Historic museum. KEEPConsider supporting theestablishment of a museum in the Tower District, representing the TowerDistrict, using an historic building or buildings as an interactive place oflearning.
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Q23 CHP 2.1*: Provide historic preservation information, training andaccountability. REVISEProvide information and training to help communitymembers, new buyers, real estate professionals, government officials,staff, and other stakeholders to better understand the benefits,responsibilities, and potential difficulties of owning and managing historicproperties. Work to preserve historic properties that have fallen intodisrepair due to the neglect of their owners. Information readily availableand helpful to community members should include the following:• Basicsregarding historic context, significance, integrity, and eligibility forhistoriclisting on both local and national registers,• Processes and requirementsfornomination and designation of historic resources,• Conformance withexisting preservation standards and guidelines,• Available preservationincentives including Mills Act contracts, use of theCalifornia HistoricBuilding Code, and technical assistance,• Environmental benefits ofreusing existing materials and infrastructure, and• Potential economicbenefits of preservation, by creating new opportunities for employment,tourism, education, and cultural activities.• Education to City leaders,community members, real estate professionals and other stakeholders onthe value of historic preservation Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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Q24 CHP 2.2*: Protect and maintain existing character-definingstreetscape elements. REVISEProvide protection and maintenance,including replacement, when necessary, of existing character-definingstreetscape elements such as streetlights, tree lawns and street trees inaddition to elements as referenced in Policy 1.5.
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Q25 CHP 2.3: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in historic properties.KEEPWork with the Historic Preservation Commission and the TowerDesign Review Committee to create ADU design standards to maintainADU compatibility within historic districts.
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Q26 CHP 2.4: Affordable housing. KEEPWork with affordable housingdevelopers to consider acquiring historic and/or older vacant buildings forthe creation of affordable, multifamily housing through appropriatemodernization and adaptive reuse.
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Q27 CHP 3.1*: Refine design standards. KEEPWork with the HistoricPreservation Commission and the Tower Design Review Committee tocraft design standards and guidelines as may be used for historicproperties and districts that conserve historic character, while minimizingthe impact on economically vulnerable homeowners and renters.Recognize that California law has eliminated discretionary authority overthe review of qualifying multifamily housing and residential solar projectsand that, in such instances, objective standards may be needed tomaintain compatibility.
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Q28 CHP 3.2*: Pedestrian-oriented commercial development.KEEPRestrict opportunities for development of suburban-style, stripcommercial uses. Establish development standards that support thecreation of new and maintenance of existing pedestrian-orientedstorefronts, by regulating ground-level use, entry, and window patterns.
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Q29 CHP 3.3: Encourage the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of historicbuildings. KEEPContinue to establish streamlined approval processes,clear standards, guidance, and example plans for the reuse of historicbuildings to allow alterations that maintain the building’s historicsignificance and integrity. Standards should address typical reusestrategies such as additions to historic buildings, adaptive reuse of historicbuildings for new uses, conversion of historic single-family properties formulti-family use, and the construction of ADUs. These standards can betailored to specific property types within the Tower District.See chapter 3Land Use for more detailed policies.
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Q31 CHP 4.1*: Connection to Downtown. KEEPIn all facets ofdevelopment including streetscape, land-use and urban form, reinforce thehistoric relationship between Fulton and Van Ness Corridor and Downtown,through building form, street design, and signage.
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Q32 C 1.1: Improve the multi-modal functions of key corridors. DISCUSSFURTHEREvaluate Co-create road diet designs with residents andbusiness owners who live along key corridors in order to improve safetyand reduce collisions. The co-created designs should elevate pedestriansafety as the highest priority, while also establishing a unique, visualidentity for each corridor. The following corridors should be prioritized:·Olive Avenue. Create a strong pedestrian-oriented environment.· ClintonAvenue. Slow traffic to address safety issues, make consistent withCollector Street designation.· McKinley Avenue. Implement traffic calmingmeasures and Class IV bike lanes.· Palm Avenue. Complete Class IV bikelanes and add safe pedestrian crossings.· Belmont Avenue. Emphasize asafe and comfortable pedestrian environment.
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1 Yes, more discussion in a open forum, especially the addition of any bike lanes. 5/8/2024 10:46 AM 2 Revisit the need for so many bike lanes (they are not used much and traffic is sometimesbacked up from light to light, increasing both travel time and air pollution). The concept of bikelanes on both side of the street needs to be rethought. 5/8/2024 7:59 AM
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Q33 C 1.2: Enhance Main Streets. DISCUSS FURTHEREnhance StreetsServing Commercial Main Street (CMS) zoned properties. Main Streets.Along Olive Avenue, establish a traditional commercial “main street”environment that creates a sense of place and prioritizes pedestrianactivity. Strengthen Olive Avenue by making the following improvements.·Limit the number of travel lanes to no more than three, with one lane ineach direction. While shared center left-turn lanes may be needed, thepreferred arrangement of lanes is to have two travel lanes with one lane ineach direction and on-street parking lanes to support street-facing retailland use.· Limit travel lane widths to no more than 11 feet, except whenimplementing Class III bike routes on Commercial Main Street zonedproperties, travel lanes should be no more than 12 feet wide toaccommodate vehicle maneuvers around bicyclists.· Provide bicyclefacilities. Recommend Class III Bike Routes for low-speed CommercialMain Street zoned properties. Consider Class II Bike Lanes on mainstreets where curb-to-curb widths also allow travel lanes and on-streetparking.Staff Comments· This policy applies to streets that serveproperties zoned Commercial Main Street (CMS). This would apply toOlive Avenue from Palm Avenue to San Pablo Street and Van NessAvenue from Floradora Avenue to Home Avenue.
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1 There should be consideration to zone Belmont Ave. to Commercial Main Street zoning fromthe non industrial area east of Palm (Thorne Ave.??) to the 180 overpass on Belmont 5/8/2024 10:12 AM 2 Agree, but rethink the need for so many bike lanes (not used and contribute to backed up 5/8/2024 7:59 AM 0%
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Q34 C 1.3: Encourage active transportation modes by improving bicycleaccess, safety, and comfort for users of all ages and abilities.KEEPEstablish a well-connected bicycle network that provides safe,convenient, and comfortable bike routes through and to the Tower District.Expand and enhance Tower District’s Bicycle Network. Establish PrimaryBikeways that provide through routes for bicycles and connect to the largerbicycle network.· Design bicycle facility type dependent on primaryroadway designations to address roadway design speed, while notoversizing facilities which would diminish the quality of abutting pedestrianroutes.· Discourage excessive vehicle speeds and volumes byimplementing complete street designs that reduce adjacent vehicle travellane widths to no more than 11 feet with a 7-foot-wide parking lane.· Widensidewalks to at least 8 feet with a minimum 6-foot clear walking zone andbuffer zone of at least 4 feet, where street trees can be planted betweenthe sidewalk and parking lanes, travel lanes, or bike lanes.· Whereobserved travel speeds exceed 25 miles per hour, apply appropriate trafficcalming measures to reduce vehicle speeding and increase safety andaccess for active modes.Staff Comments· The City of Fresno is currentlyin the process of updating the Active Transportation Plan (ATP). To accessthe current ATP, please visit: https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/170022FresnoATPFinal2017Amended042022_compres1.pdf Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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1 While I like the policy, I would like more discussion on this item as I am concerned where thespecific 'sizes' are coming from and are we sure this is correct 5/8/2024 10:47 AM 2 Assess the feasibility of providing landscaped barriers between bike lanes and car/truck traffic 5/8/2024 10:12 AM 3 Agree with the caveat that bike lanes that never get used are counter productive. Reconsiderthe need for so many class 4 lanes. 5/8/2024 7:59 AM Policy Recommendations
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Q35 C 1.4*: Provide universal accessibility. KEEPEnsure full access formobility impaired persons in all parts of the Tower District, especially inareas which are centers of public and community life.
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Q36 C 1.5*: Increase transit frequency. KEEPWork with FAX to increasetransit access and frequency in the Tower District.
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Q37 C 1.6*: Increase late night transportation options. KEEPWork withFAX, other providers, and stakeholders to increase late nighttransportation options (e.g., "The Hop" Trolley) after midnight to serveresidents who work late and don’t drive a car, and to provide a safe ridehome rather than driving while intoxicated. The service should have a user-friendly online interface with real-time location and estimated arrival timeinformation.
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Q38 C 1.7*: Establish mobility hubs. KEEPWork with the community todetermine locations for a network of community mobility hubs in the planarea. Potential locations include the core of Tower or Fresno City College.
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Q39 C 1.8: Improve transit amenities. KEEPImprove transit waiting areaswith better shelters, seating, and live wait times.
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Q40 C 1.9: Coordinate curbside activities. KEEPConduct a curbsidemanagement study of the commercial core, and define locations for wherecommercial loading needs to occur and pickup/drop-off such as for ride-sharing vehicles. Consider time-of-day restrictions to make best use ofcurbside zones.
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Q41 C 1.10: Encourage “Green Alleys.” KEEPTo encourage walking andbiking and activate underused alley infrastructure, establish a new greenalleys program. Encourage community engagement by creating safecorridors for slower modes of travel that allow residents to interact.
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1 Many residents who have alleys behind their lots are actively working to gate alleys to preventpublic access. Many alley gates are already in place. While a "green alley" is an attractiveconcept, I don't think it will get much support from people who fear (rightly so) intrusion intotheir backyards from criminal elements. 5/8/2024 10:12 AM
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Q42 C 2.1: Add pedestrian safety elements. KEEPWork with Public Worksto install street lighting, crosswalk striping and installation of pedestriansafety measures, particularly at frequently used but unmarked pedestriancrossings.Staff Comments· The Department of Public Works has a policyto determine if/where uncontrolled crosswalks would be installed. Staff willcoordinate with Public Works to understand policy details.
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Q43 C 2.2: Conduct a Sidewalk Gap Study. REVISEUndertake a detailedsidewalk gap study focused around schools, and seek funding to addressgaps. Recommendations should locate and describe needed features,including high-visibility crosswalks at intersections, ADA-accessible curbramps, pedestrian-scale lighting, street trees and raised speed tables atcrosswalks.
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Q44 C 3.1 Calm vehicular traffic. KEEPInstall traffic calming measureswithin the residential neighborhoods to improve their safety and enjoyment.Such measures may include, but are not limited to, speed humps, trafficcircles, bulb-outs, neck-downs, stop signs, and other effective methods.Methods should be carefully considered for both their potentialeffectiveness as well as visual aesthetic consistent with the visualcharacter of each neighborhood.Staff Comments· The installation of speedhumps is a viable traffic calming measure currently allowed by the City onresidential streets.
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1 Only concern is the over placement of stop signs at too frequent of intervals. There are severalnow that feel unnecessarily close together. 5/8/2024 10:47 AM 2 Agree, but limit the use of speed humps. 5/8/2024 7:59 AM 3 Speed humps are allowed ONLY if the residential street is less than 40 feet 5/6/2024 11:08 AM 0%
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Q45 C 3.2: Consider mid-block crossings in critical locations. KEEPProvidesafe mid-block pedestrian crossings where pedestrian safety would besignificantly improved, such as near schools and in the middle ofparticularly long blocks in main street areas. Accompany mid-blockcrossings with high-visibility crosswalks and Rectangular Rapid FlashingBeacons (RRFBs). Staff Comments· This policy does not align withObjective C 3 to enhance safety on local interior neighborhood streets, asmid-block crossings would not be installed within a residentialstreet/neighborhood.
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Q46 C 4.1 Coordinate with the Department of Public Works to completethe planned vehicular improvements at McKinley and Blackstone Avenuesand support the installation of enhanced bicycle and pedestrian facilities.but modify as needed to emphasize pedestrian safety and the quality ofwalking environments. REVISEStaff Comments· The Blackstone/Mckinleyproject has previously been approved and is currently implementingenhanced bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The City does not anticipateadditional modifications to occur. For more information on theBlackstone/McKinley Grade Separation Project, please visit:https://www.fresno.gov/capitalprojects/projects/featured-projects/#bnsf-blackstone-mckinley-grade-separation-project Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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1 I guess there is no need to coordinate with Public Works about McKinley/Blackstone 5/8/2024 10:12 AM 0%
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Q47 C 4.2: Initiate pedestrian improvements at the SR 180 AccessRamps. REVISEImplement complete street improvements on FultonStreet, Van Ness Avenue, and Belmont Avenue near the SR 180 accessramps. Sidewalks should be provided on both sides of the street, at least 8feet wide with a minimum 6-feet of clear walk area, with broader cross-sections preferred, and including street trees, places to sit, pedestrian-scaled street lighting in keeping with the character of historic street lampsin the District, and gateway elements. Work with Caltrans to redesign theoff-ramps to Fulton Street and Blackstone Avenue, to remove right-turnslip-lanes that allow high-speed vehicular traffic to continue at high speedsonto city streets.
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Q48 C 4.3: Address change to local traffic from High-Speed Railimprovements. KEEPEvaluate Examine and mitigate potential trafficimpacts on Olive Avenue due to the High-Speed Rail State Route (SR)-99ramp closure at Belmont Avenue, such as to make streetscapeimprovements along Olive Ave.
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Q49 C 4.4: Address motorist needs and potential impacts from vehiclesduring special events. KEEPDesignate detour routes and provideconsistent wayfinding signage to help visitors navigate the Tower Districtduring special events. Protect neighborhoods from cut-through traffic.
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1 Also the negative impact of special events on the surrounding neighborhoods. 5/8/2024 7:59 AM 2 Protect neighborhoods from late night intoxicated cut-through traffic. 5/7/2024 9:12 PM 0%
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Q50 C 4.5*: Enhance and maintain landscape buffering. KEEPDeveloplandscape improvement programs for streets to beautify Tower District,encourage walking, and address potential adverse impacts on adjacentresidential properties and neighborhoods.
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Q51 C 5.1: Rerouting of truck traffic. DISCUSS FURTHEREvaluatepotential impacts from rerouting truck traffic due to High-Speed Rail andclosure of SR99 interchanges, particularly health and equity-relatedconcerns. Study potential effects of truck traffic and their mitigation, suchas to make multimodal street improvements and designate truck routesaway from residential neighborhoods. Specifically, study the potentialeffects of truck use of Weber Ave following the closure of Golden StateBlvd and its potential effects on residential areas, notably SouthTower.Staff Comments· The City of Fresno is currently preparing the SouthCentral Truck Re-Route Study, which includes areas of the Tower District.If you would like to participate in the process, please visit:https://www.fresno.gov/publicworks/south-central-truck-re-route-study/.·High-Speed Rail impacts have previously been studied through theassociated Environmental Impact Report for the project.
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Q52 C 6.1 On-street parking. DISCUSS FURTHERMaximize on-streetparking while providing adequate sidewalk widths and continuous streettrees. Preserve existing on-street parking wherever possible. Considerways to increase on-street parking, such as by introducing diagonalparking along streets that do not include bicycle lanes with curb-to-curbdimensions, in excess of what is functionally required.Staff Comments·Diagonal parking along streets is only feasible along streets which do notinclude bike lanes.
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1 Parking problems in residential areas adjacent to the "entertainment district" are worsening. Adistrict wide parking plan should be pursued. The businesses that benefit from their patronsparking throughout the residential areas should be partly responsible for mitigating this majorproblem to residential neighborhoods. 5/8/2024 10:12 AM
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Q54 C 6.3*: Surface parking fronting major streets. KEEPEstablishdevelopment standards that dramatically limit on-site surface parkingwhere it fronts major streets, such as to require that at least three-quartersof a parcel’s street frontage be lined by building or community open space.
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1 The short term infeasibility may limit the development of paring in the meantime if buildingconstruction is required to improve current parking lots. 5/8/2024 10:47 AM 0%
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Q55 C 6.4*: Residential parking permit district. KEEPExplore the creationof Residential Parking Permit Districts to manage spill over parking fromcommercial and institutional uses.
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Q56 C 7.1: Create unique gateways to signal entry into the Tower District.KEEPThe Tower District has many distinct entryways. Enhancing thesense of place at gateways can create pride among residents and highlightthe district as a cultural hub of Fresno. Gateway locations may include: ·Van Ness, Wishon/Maroa, and Palm Avenues on the north· Van Ness,Fulton, and Broadway on the south· McKinley, Olive, Belmont (at SanPablo), and Maroa on the east· McKinley, Olive, Belmont (at HSRcrossing), and Shields on the westPotential treatments include gatewaystructures, special signage, and public art.
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1 I don't understand number 3 above in the street designations. Maroa is a north/south street,not an east/west street 5/8/2024 10:12 AM 0%
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Q57 C 7.2: Wayfinding and signage. KEEPDevelop wayfinding andsignage branding for the Tower District to allow residents and visitors toexplore the neighborhood. Help people navigate the district with its historicand cultural sites, public parking, retail areas and Fresno City College.Develop street signs in line with historic Tower elements in coordinationwith Public Works.
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Q58 C 7.3: Support public art in the Tower District. KEEPInclude public artin the Tower District along sidewalks and in plazas and parks to tell thestory of the neighborhood and reflect its culture. Public art should includeinstallations and integrated elements like paving, lighting, andseating.Require that new development along key corridors integrate publicart elements or contribute to a public art fund. Public art will beadministered through the Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission.
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Q59 C 7.4: Consider Create a demonstration program for alleyenhancements. KEEPConsider a demonstration program for alleyenhancements to support Create the opportunity for property owners withina block to receive support for alley paving and enhancement for walking,biking, and access for garages and to potential accessory dwelling units.Enhance the spaces with landscaping and public art where possible.StaffComments·Improvements on private property would be the responsibility ofthe property owner.
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Q60 C 7.5: Enable temporary street traffic closures and slow streets.KEEPToday, temporary street traffic closures on Olive Avenue enable thePride and Mardi Gras festivals to bring life to the community. Additionaltemporary traffic closures (i.e. Sunday Streets) and/or traffic slowingprograms (i.e. Slow Streets) can support neighborhood walking, biking,and quality of life.
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Q61 C 7.6*: Public events. DISCUSS FURTHERDevelop a program ofpublic events to take place in Tower District neighborhood shopping areas.
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1 Quality events, not just alcohol and loud music events 5/8/2024 10:12 AM 2 yes, lets discuss 5/8/2024 7:59 AM
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Q62 C 8.1*: Provide streetscape elements, public plazas, and open spaceto engender public activities and functions. KEEP Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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Q63 C 8.2 Add features that bring comfort, safety and attractiveness to thepublic realm. KEEPDevelop a palette of high-quality public space furniturelike trash cans, benches, bicycle stands, light fixtures, tree grates,planters, etc. to develop a cohesive public realm for the Tower District.Borrow from historic elements where possible to maintain the character ofthe neighborhood.
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Q64 C 8.3*: Adequate Seating. KEEPThrough a Business ImprovementDistrict (BID) or other similar mechanism, provide adequate public seatingalong major corridors. Specifically, add seating in the core commercial areaof the Tower District along Olive Avenue.
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1 Maybe a BID for parking???? 5/8/2024 10:12 AM
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Q65 C 8.4: Trash Cans. DISCUSS FURTHERThrough a BusinessImprovement District (BID) or other similar mechanism, add adequatetrash cans along commercial streets including Olive, Van Ness, Belmontand Blackstone avenues. Extend the addition of trash cans to one blockinto the neighborhood around the core of the entertainment area.
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1 The City should empty the trash cans regularly and throughout the day. I knew of a businessowner who had the trash can removed from in front of their business because they had toempty it 3-4 times a day. The person's business was not food service, and the businessgenerated very minimal amounts of trash. The trash came from other businesses that generatea lot of trash. 5/8/2024 10:12 AM
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Q66 C 8.5*: Plant street trees to enhance tree canopy and maintainuniformity within plan areas. DISCUSS FURTHERTrees are essential inproviding respite from urban heat, and infusing nature into the urbanenvironment. Specific actions include: · Examine the tree trimming policiesand tree replacement policies to maintain tree health and shade in theTower District. Add the tree data to the public data portal to allow residentsto help report on tree hKealth or surrounding issues. · Plant street treesalong sidewalks where missing, especially along Olive and Belmontavenues and in the South Tower neighborhood, to mitigate the urban heatisland effect in these areas. · Through property owner support, a BusinessImprovement District (BID) or other similar mechanism, require theplanting of trees in plazas and parking lots.· Choose street trees with largecanopies to provide adequate shade where planted. Use drought-tolerant,native species as much as possible to reduce maintenance needs.
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1 Find ways to address businesses who remove or allow their trees to die. Address residentswho remove City street trees 5/8/2024 10:12 AM 2 Prevent public from trimming street trees without review and approval. 5/7/2024 9:12 PM 3 Typo in paragraph beginning with Examine the tree 5/6/2024 11:08 AM 0%
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Q67 LU 1.1: Require that new housing respects the character of existinghousing stock. DISCUSS FURTHERIncorporate character-definingelements in development standards such as using similar materials,cadence/modulation, color, fenestration & entry patterns, cornice lines,massing, roof form, building “build-to lines,” or architectural features andmotifs.Staff CommentsThe City cannot regulate color.
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Q68 LU 1.2*: Implement code enforcement as violations occur, particularlyas they relate to public safety and the condition of buildings andlandscaping. KEEP Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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Q69 LU 2.1*: Promote mixed-use development along commercialcorridors. REVISEAlong the Tower District’s corridors, promote mixed-usedevelopment such that ground level commercial uses front onto (andactivate) public streets and sidewalks, while residential uses are locatedabove commercial uses (“vertical mixed use”) and/or are located behindcommercial uses (“horizontal mixed use”). Specifically, enable high-intensity development along Blackstone Avenue between Clinton andMcKinley. Emphasize commercial frontage where commercial frontagenow exists and at street intersections, such as to create a major mixed-usenode at Shields and Maroa. Allow ground-floor residential in locations thatare not adjacent or nearly adjacent to existing commercial frontage.
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Q70 LU 2.2*: Enable development of well-designed “missing middle”housing within single-family and other areas. KEEPAllow small multiplexbuildings with six or less units on infill sites where their massing can have apositive effect on "density tolerant" sites that include street corners, alongcollector & arterial streets, adjacent to open space, and on largerproperties where building mass can transition in scale to adjacent single-family homes.
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Q71 LU 2.3*: Discourage the redevelopment of existing residential uses forcommercial-only development. KEEPDo not allow auto-oriented uses, suchas drive-through restaurants, and develop standards to minimize theirdisruption to walkability if they are conditionally allowed. Where residentialunits are lost to commercial development, require that new units replacenot less than the number of units lost.
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1 Drive through restaurants should be prohibited in the Tower District Specific Plan Area, with thepossible exception of Blackstone Ave. 5/8/2024 10:54 AM 2 No drive throughs at all. 5/7/2024 9:27 PM
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Q72 LU 2.4*: Support reinvestment in older building stock to supportaffordability and maintain neighborhood character. REVISEProvide buildingrehabilitation programs or encourage community land trusts (CLTs) and/orforms of collective ownership.
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Q73 LU 2.5*: Encourage the application of citywide anti-displacementpolicies within the Tower District. REVISEContinue to work with residentsto understand displacement as it occurs and how it can be betteraddressed. Consider strategies to strengthen neighborhood stabilizationpolicies, such as establishing a local resource center to facilitate access totenant protection and buying assistance programs.
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Q74 LU 2.6*: To be consistent with existing use, consider rezoning ofexisting legal non-conforming multi-family residential uses to the density-appropriate zoning district. REVISERezone property with legally non-conforming multifamily residential uses to zoning consistent with theexisting use, and encourage the current number of units and the mitigationof potential impacts on surrounding residential uses Allow such rezoning tooccur using ministerial procedures where the decision of Fresno's Directorof Planning and Development is final, while and offer require a prioropportunity for review and comment by the Tower District Specific PlanImplementation Committee and the Tower District Design Committee.StaffComments• An application to rezone a property is a discretionary action.The Director of Planning cannot approve a rezone ministerially.
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1 Please remove opportunity it should read require prior review and comment by the two saidcommittees. The word opportunity should be removed. All else works for the revision. Myconcern is that this would go past both. The committees and opportunity allows wiggle roomfor that. Both committees were established as oversight and were appointed by electedofficials to do so. 5/8/2024 11:19 PM
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Q75 LU 3.1*: Streamline residential project review through the adoption ofobjective development standards and environmental clearance as requiredby California law. KEEP Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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1 Design Review of these projects is mandatory. Community review should occur. Big moneydevelopers seem to be able to craft the system to their benefit. My opinion only. 5/8/2024 10:54 AM 0%
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Q76 LU 3.2: Consider regulatory changes to reduce costs and risksassociated with mixed-use and multifamily development, such as to reduceparking requirements, allow tandem parking, and provide greater flexibilityin addressing private open space requirements. DISCUSS FURTHER Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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1 Parking is an enormous problem in the area. lessening parking requirements is a very bad idea 5/8/2024 10:54 AM 2 Keep parking requirements! 5/8/2024 8:10 AM
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Q77 LU 3.3: Consider ways to increase potential residential yields, such asby increasing allowable densities and building heights as appropriate.REVISE Pursue increasing the allowable building height limits in theCommercial Main Street (CMS) and Neighborhood Mixed-Use (NMX) Zoneto 45 feet to allow three-story mixed-use buildings with sufficient ceilingheight for ground-floor retail feasibility. Consider the height of landmarkstructures (i.e. Tower Theatre) and incorporate transitional heightrequirements adjacent to those structures.
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Q78 LU 3.4: Emphasize placemaking in Tower District. KEEPEmphasizeplacemaking through development to make the Tower District a desirableplace to live and invest in, such as to provide a mix of local commercialand cultural destinations, street-facing architecture, and character-definingelements that emulate the District’s historic character. Also encouragepublic interventions that result in more pedestrian-friendly streets (seeChapter 5) and easy access to parks (see Chapter 4).
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Q79 LU 3.5: Actively increase the affordable housing inventory in TowerDistrict. KEEPPursue potential funding sources for constructing affordablehousing, such as government and philanthropic grants, and consider newprograms to assist with development project financing, such as a revolvingloan fund.
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Q80 LU 3.6: Proactively identify underutilized parcels for affordablehousing and mixed-use development where appropriate. KEEPConsider amore active City role in identifying and assembling Evaluate underutilizedparcels for the development of workforce and affordable housing, such asto encourage the creation of mixed-use nodes at the Shields/Maroa andPalm/McKinley intersections, and replace low-intensity uses along Shields(between Fruit and Del Mar) with mixed use and multifamilydevelopment.Staff Comments• The City does not maintain an active role inthe development of individual properties.
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Q81 LU 4.1: Support small commercial businesses. KEEPProvideguidance for more effective marketing and merchandizing and promotefestivals/events and heritage tourism.
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Q82 LU 4.2*: Require commercial projects to place pedestrian-orientedstorefronts along public sidewalks and restrict parking along publicsidewalks. DISCUSS FURTHERGenerally, locate surface parking behindstreet-facing buildings and allow larger stores midblock where they canface off-street parking.
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1 Trees or landscaping should be a requirement 5/8/2024 10:54 AM 2 Consider that parking behind buildings may reduce safety of people and security of vehicles. 5/7/2024 9:27 PM 0%
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Q83 LU 4.3: Emphasize the creation of active frontage on Palm Avenuebetween McKinley Avenue and Olive Avenue. REVISEConsider theaddition of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Accessory CommercialUnits (ACUs) frontage requirements along Palm Avenue to create anengaging street frontage through beautification efforts with property ownersupport. Limit the allowable ACU uses to neighborhood serving uses thatdo not increase car traffic and parking requirements along the street, suchas offices, cafes, bookstores, hair salons, and retail stores. ACU’s shouldhave additional regulations as follows:1. No customer parkingrequirement2. Hours of operation: 7 AM to 10 PM3. No outdoor seating4.Lighting cutoff requirement5. Direct pedestrian accessStaff Comments·City staff does not recommend ACU’s in residential neighborhoods as theyhave the potential to decrease existing residential character.
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1 I think we should have more discussion on this item to understand the ACU impacts 5/8/2024 10:57 AM 2 This is a major wish with unknown outcomes. If the people who own these very modest homesdo not put ADUs in a charming manner or not at all then we are left with the blighted streetwe've had since the city widened this stretch of Palm. The City should construct a consistentlydesigned brick fence on the east side of Palm. The east side of Palm should be heavilylandscaped. The sidewalk should be widened on the east side of PalmThis would create apedestrian friendly walk way on Palm from McKinley to Olive. 5/8/2024 10:54 AM
3 Would prefer to see a uniform wall constructed along the east side of Palm with widened andlandscaped sidewalks to promote a pleasing walkable street. 5/8/2024 8:10 AM 4 I would prefer that the city facilitate consistent/uniform fencing, and street trees, along theback of residential properties on the East side of Palm. 5/7/2024 9:31 PM 5 May not be feasible along Palm, not enough parking. 5/7/2024 9:27 PM 0%
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Q84 LU 4.4: Use design standards to promote safety for both daytime andnighttime (after dark) activities. KEEPUse design standards to requirestreet-facing windows/entrances, wall-mounted lighting, and to avoidobstructions to provide greater visibility between activities for “naturalsurveillance.” Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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Q85 LU 4.5: Encourage restrooms that are available to the public, such asin public buildings and parking garages. KEEPRequire portable toilets atsignificant events.
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Q86 LU 4.6: Adopt zoning standards to mitigate conflicts and potentialnoise impacts. KEEP Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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1 This seems a bit vague. I’m not sure where the rest of the policy leads or if it’s missing? 5/8/2024 11:19 PM 2 Methods to report noise violations should be widely publicized. The City should hold violatorsaccountable 5/8/2024 10:54 AM 3 YES!!!!! 5/8/2024 8:10 AM
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Q87 LU 4.7: Work to Encourage increased maintain nighttime policepresence at night and during major events. KEEP Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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Q88 LU 4.8: Permanently implement the Sidewalk Vendors Pilot Programin the Tower District, with adjustments. DISCUSS FURTHER Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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1 More discussion is needed as this impact is growing and starting earlier and earlier in thedistrict and needs controls 5/8/2024 10:57 AM 2 The more limited food trucks are in the Tower on regular non event nights the better in myopinion 5/8/2024 10:54 AM 0%
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Q89 LU 4.9: Consider forming a Business Improvement District (BID) orPublic Business Improvement District (PBID) to support on-goingcommercial area marketing, organization of festivals and other events,enhanced landscape maintenance and sidewalk cleaning, graffitiabatement, and other beneficial programs. KEEP Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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1 We can also build on the one that we have and help better supported from a funding andcapacity standard! 5/8/2024 11:19 PM 2 Do not let city responsibilities slip away in hopes or if implemented. Service level maintenanceis crucial both before an after the PBID might get established. 5/8/2024 10:57 AM 3 There are plenty of organizations and non profits bringing events to the Tower. I'm not sure thebusinesses want high quality events. They seem more interested in selling alcohol. Pride,Mardi Gras Parade, Lit Hop, Art Hop, Rogue, Tower Arts Festival (in the 90's) are all nonbusiness sponsored events. Business sponsored events usually center on selling alcohol andhaving inebriated patrons walking around the Tower 5/8/2024 10:54 AM
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Q90 LU 4.10: Encourage grocery stores that offer fresh produce and otherhealthful foods. Consider incentives for changes in use and newdevelopment projects that result in grocery stores that commit to at leastone fresh produce aisle. NEW Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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1 Reasearch and Develop proven strategies to make this work! 5/8/2024 8:10 AM 0%
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Q91 LU 5.1. Maintain industrial zoning for existing industrial uses, whilestriving to mitigate their negative effects on residential areas.KEEPExamples of mitigation can include buffering using landscaping andtrees, also see policies in Chapter 4: Circulation.• Engage industrialbusiness owners and nearby residents in dialogue regarding needs andimpacts. • Expand the City’s noticing system to increase transparency andcivic participation. • Consider ways to reduce and mitigate truck traffic onsurrounding residential streets, as described in Chapter 4: Circulation. •Encourage buffer landscaping with shrubs and trees along street edges.•Encourage light industrial uses to adopt improved technology.• Providecompatible transitions between light industrial and surrounding uses andlimit further expansion of light industrial zoning.
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1 This is great 5/8/2024 11:19 PM
2 I would like to shrink industrial zoning 5/8/2024 10:54 AM 3 No further expansion. 5/7/2024 9:27 PM
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Q92 LU 5.2: Allow light industrial uses to have neighborhood-serving retail.KEEP Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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1 If the footprint doesn't increase 5/7/2024 9:27 PM
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Q93 LU 5.3: Enforce and monitor regulations around emissions as set bythe City of Fresno and San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District.KEEPCollaborate with the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control Districtto monitor emissions. Enforce and monitor regulations around emissionsas set by the City of Fresno and San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution ControlDistrict. Staff Comments· Enforcing and monitoring regulations surroundingemissions as noted above is not within the City’s purview. The City willcontinue to collaborate with CARB and the SJVAPCD, which are theagencies that regulate and monitor these standards.
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Q94 LU 5.4: Significant improvements to properties should beaccompanied by streetscape improvements and neighborhood landscapebuffering, also see Chapter 4: Circulation. KEEP Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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Q95 LU 6.1*: Reinforce Fulton Street and Van Ness Avenue as majorcorridors with commercial destinations that serve Tower District's CentralArea and adjacent neighborhoods. REVISE Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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1 Van Ness between Olive and Belmont should not be reinforced as a commercial corridor. It isprimarily a residential street with some office and minimal commercial 5/8/2024 10:54 AM 0%
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Q96 LU 6.2: Encourage land use intensification that takes advantage ofTower District's unique position within Central Fresno and convenienttransit connections to Downtown along Fulton Street and Van NessAvenue. KEEP Answered: 7 Skipped: 0
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1 This is vague. I don't know where or to what degree. Some land use intensification can haveserious negative effects on a community 5/8/2024 10:54 AM 0%
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