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View the concepts under consideration
(June 8, 2008)
To view the concepts under consideration as part of the Second Street Project, go to the steering committee page. All concepts are included in the presentations (in PowerPoint format) for the March, April and May steering committee meetings.
95 Guests Attend Open House
(May 6, 2008)
Thank you to all those who attended last week's open house. Ninety-five (or more) people attended the event last Wednesday evening at the Edison Building. Presentations on the history and purpose of the project were made and concepts were on display for public review and comment. If you missed last week's open house and would like to view the concepts, simply use the comment feature on the website or call our offices at (507)282-0203 ext.119 to find out how to access the information or share your comments.
Date for Community Open House set!
(March 31, 2008)
The date for the upcoming open house has been set for Wednesday, April 30th. The event will be held at the Edison Building.
Interested in the project's goals?
(February 12, 2008)
The steering committee are working on a draft set of goals and objectives. To view a preliminary draft, go to the VISION page of the website.
View all survey results on the vision page!
(January 13, 2008)
Survey results have been tabulated and posted to the vision page.
Where did this project come from?
(January 5, 2008)
There have been some questions about the history of the Second Street project. Please read about the genesis of the project on the Project Summary page.
Low priorities
(January 4, 2008)
When asked to prioritize objectives for the redevelopment of Second Street, event attendees chose these options as the least/less important:
Leave it to the market 34%
Quickly move cars through the area to and from downtown destinations 30%
Support the goals of downtown revitalization 13%
Strengthen the vitality of the neighborhoods 7%
Strengthen the economic vitality of existing businesses; attract and retain new businesses 5%
Develop solutions for parking and traffic challenges 5%
Create an attractive gateway to the city 4%
Improve the safety, appearance and image of the 2nd Street Corridor 0%
High priorities
(January 4, 2008)
When asked to prioritize objectives for the redevelopment of Second Street, event attendees chose these options as the most/more important:
Improve the safety, appearance and image of the 2nd Street Corridor 29%
Create an attractive gateway to the city 20%
Strengthen the vitality of the neighborhoods 17%
Strengthen the economic vitality of existing businesses; attract and retain new businesses 13%
Develop solutions for parking and traffic challenges 10%
Support the goals of downtown revitalization 6%
Other 4%
Quickly move cars through the area to and from downtown destinations 1%
Leave it to the market 0%
Read more on the VISION page
Community Workshop reveals great community interest in the Second Street Planning Project!
(January 1, 2008)
One hundred and twenty people were present at the December 12th community workshop. Event attendees heard a brief history of the Second Street Project, mingled with neighbors, and shared their opinions about the future of Second Street. Attendees commented on transportation, public space, land use, and parking in the area. While there were many opinions expressed, some clear themes presented through the surveys and commentary. Please view the survey results on the VISION section of the website or by pasting this web address in to your browser.
http://www.secondstreetcorridor.org/vision.html
Transportation and Parking
(November 27, 2007)
When the Steering Committee meets next on December 5th, it will discuss transportation and parking issues. Review the upcoming agenda on the steering committee page after this week Thursday.
All are welcome to attend Community Workshop!
(November 21, 2007)
 If you ran this city, What would 2nd Street look like? Now is your chance to share your vision and take an active role in the future of 2nd Street.
Join us for a community workshop to discuss the 2nd Street Planning Project--a community-led effort to envision and shape on of our city's most beloved corridors.
At the workshop, you will:
*Learn more about the 2nd Street Planning Project
*Share concerns, opportunities, and hopes
*Tell us how you want 2nd Street to look, including basic design, landscaping, street signs and parking
*Enjoy light refreshments and visit with neighbors
WHERE: Folwell Gymnasium, 603 15th Ave S.W.
WHEN: Wednesday, December 12 6:30-8:30 p.m.
To RSVP- contact Amy Blenker(507)282-0203 ext.119, or email amy@rochesterarea.org
Latest Update
(November 19, 2007)
The Second Street Planning Project has a 9-member steering committee. To see who's on the committee, click on the "Steering Committee" page.
Contact Amy Blenker, project coordinator: phone (507) 282-0203 ext 119,
secondstreet@rochesterarea.org
Rochester Area Foundation, 2200 2nd Street SW, Suite 300, Rochester, MN 55902
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