Downtown Nampa Prior Plans

Downtown Revitalization Recap of Prior Planning Work Presentation and Discussion with the The Hudson Company March 11-12, 2004 Prior Plans . . . . . . addressing Downtown Central Business District Plan, July 1970 Downtown BID Revitalization Plan, September 1983 TVF Nampa Downtown Design Workshop, March 2000 Parking Alternatives Analysis, December 2001 Citizen Engagement Program, February 2002 Downtown Nampa Futures Report, January 2002 Comprehensive Plan, January 2004 Mayor’s Report from Texas workshop??, 2001 Chamber study?? by Clark Coleman & Rupeiks, Inc., Seattle, WA City of Nampa Central Business District Plan July 1970 Community Planning Phase II of 1969 Nampa Comprehensive Plan Competitive response to Shopping Centers Goals Improve downtown core district Realize viable community retail downtown core Sustain and increase land values Collaborate with local government, downtown property business owners and the railroad. City of Nampa CBD Plan July 1970 Central Business District Recommendations: Retain and enlarge primary retail trade generators Improve merchandising techniques Improve appearance of building exteriors Provide indoor and outdoor activity centers Provide for pedestrian priority circulation Provide strategic off-street parking Provide improved access to Nampa’s CBD Provide compact central core devoted to retail 1970 Center Business District Mapping Plan Boundaries Front to 4th Street 8th Ave to 17th Ave Elements Park-Aids Pedestrian Plazas Walkways Mall concept Downtown BID Revitalization Plan City of Nampa September 1983 City of Nampa Treasure Valley Futures Downtown Design Workshop March 2000 by Walker Parking Consultants, Indianapolis, IN City of Nampa Parking Alternatives Analysis December 2001 Purpose Evaluate parking within downtown district Analyze consequence of major developments New restaurant & brewery Canyon County Historical Museum expansion Conversion of Wells Fargo Building to city ownership Widening of the 11th Avenue underpass Assess supply / demand City of Nampa Parking Analysis December 2001 Conclusions Adequate parking Estimated surplus of 562-635 spaces A parking garage would address convenience Recommendations Increase effective parking supply Reallocate existing city leased spaces and/or Add newly constructed parking structures Two potential locations for a parking garage City of Nampa Parking Alternatives Analysis December 2001 Boundaries Front to 4th Street 10th Ave to 15th Ave Elements Improved management Parking structure options Site A for 327 cars, $7k/sp Site B for 223 cars, $8k/sp by Ragsdale Koch Associates, LLC, OR City of Nampa Citizen Engagement Program February 2002 Elements of the Program Communication Education Urban Renewal Tourism Culture and Arts Transportation Planning & Zoning Recommended Implementation Structure Informational and Coordinating Forum Action Plan Economic Development Master Plan Downtown Nampa Downtown Futures Report January 2002 Time for new plan Engage Community Enhance Identity Connections Livability Historic district City of Nampa Citizen Engagement Program Rebuild Dewey Palace Hotel New public / private partnerships New comprehensive plan The Dewey Palace Hotel Nampa, Idaho 1902 to 1960’s? Downtown Futures Report January 2002 Declared Future for Downtown Nampa City of Nampa Citizen Engagement Program Downtown Nampa has become a sparkling example of the mixing office, specialty retail, and residential uses. The family-friendly, turn of the century park-like atmosphere has become an outdoor living room for the entire community. Regular events draw families into the historic downtown core for arts, entertainment, dining, and unique shopping experiences. A significant residential presence, professional office concentration, a regional transportation hub, and unique shopping and cultural opportunities makes Downtown Nampa alive. Downtown Nampa is truly where the entire community comes together providing a unique opportunity for heritage tourism. The Downtown Business Association leads and oversees the efforts to maintain and enhance the aesthetics and promotes a busy social and promotional calendar. Citizens for Nampa’s Future, 2002 Downtown Futures Report “By Year One” Action Steps Conduct post-first hearing on IP franchise fees Complete building inventory audit Address basic aesthetic repairs and maintenance Expand community activities and promotions Develop comprehensive plan to implement Fast track 12th avenue – 11th avenue reroute Adopt binding architectural guidelines for historic district Revise planning and zoning ordinances to specify unique downtown needs Downtown Futures Report “By Year Three” Action Steps Achieve 12th Avenue reroute Create additional park areas Develop public restroom facilities with parks Begin expanding sidewalks to expand living room Initial parking structure completed Plans in place for major new projects Museum Plaza Museum Expansion Dewey Palace Park Pix Theatre revitalization as performing arts center Musical Theatre of Idaho Complex realized Fountain Park expansion Downtown Futures Report Expand regular promotions to weekly schedule Pursue parking solutions Convert selected lots from leased to public Develop loading zones and handicapped areas Amend parking ordinances as needed Promote parking facility for future development “By Year Three” Action (cont.) Bring Downtown into urban renewal district Developing relationships with North Nampa Expand Business Improvement District Conduct feasibility studies for: Downtown restoration and infill study Parking garage study Utility reroute study Downtown Futures Report “By Year Three” Action (cont.) Obtain alternate funding sources Council continues to earmark funds for parking Coordination with comprehensive plan Recognize Futures Committee as on-going Initiate study of Historic Museum expansion Downtown Futures Report “By Year Five” Action Steps Prepare to relocate City Services to City Corridor Construct underway on Hotel and Theatre projects Rail service restored to Nampa Part of comprehensive commuter plan for valley Transportation link to Idaho Center & BSU Transportation Hub in Downtown near 16th Ave. overpass Feasibility for enclosed pedestrian accesses Continue weekly promotions Complete Historical Museum expansion Rail Museum is underway, Open Diner Car restr. Downtown Futures Report “By Year Ten” Action Steps Movement of city services to City Corridor Completion of rail/transportation center Defined Historic District realized Parking facilities developed Develop new ten year plan by Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC), Boise, ID Purpose City of Nampa Comprehensive Plan January 2004 Community Design Economic Development Hazardous Areas Housing Implementation Land Use Natural Resources Population Private Property Rights Public Services, Facilities, and Utilities Recreation School Facilities and Transportation Special Areas or Sites Transportation Comp Plan, current conditions, page 122 . . . City Center District Downtown Nampa offers dining, office, specialty retail, and residential uses. Events draw citizens into the historic downtown core unique shopping experiences. Downtown Nampa provides a concentration of interesting historic commercial structures and proximity to historic residential neighborhoods. Streetscape improvements encourage a walkable downtown. Lack of office space and parking limits growth. The downtown Business Association leads and oversees activities in this area. Comp Plan, future conditions, page 126 . . . City Center District As the historical center of Nampa, the downtown contains a number of historic buildings worthy of preservation and continued use. Designed with a pedestrian focus, City Center should be a mix of commercial, cultural, and residential uses stimulating community activity and providing unique housing. A transportation hub with parking and restored rail connection link to the Idaho Center, BSU Canyon Campus, and Boise. Comp Plan, declared future, page 128 . . . Declared Future for Downtown Nampa Downtown Nampa has become a sparkling example of the mixing office, specialty retail, and residential uses. The family-friendly, turn of the century park-like atmosphere has become an outdoor living room for the entire community. Regular events draw families into the historic downtown core for arts, entertainment, dining, and unique shopping experiences. A significant residential presence, professional office concentration, a regional transportation hub, and unique shopping and cultural opportunities makes Downtown Nampa alive. Downtown Nampa is truly where the entire community comes together providing a unique opportunity for heritage tourism. The Downtown Business Association leads and oversees the efforts to maintain and enhance the aesthetics and promotes a busy social and promotional calendar. Citizens for Nampa’s Future, 2002 Comp Plan, issues & concerns, page 129 . . . Clean, safe, livable community Mixed uses within zones Alter laws to encourage performance zoning Design review ordinance Expand central business district Area north of RR to 3rd Street South 16th Avenue South to Nampa Boulevard Promote and Designate Old Town historic district Comp Plan, issues & concerns, continued . . Create “Smart Zone” to encourage high-tech Greenspace and parklands Trails and greenways Sidewalks for all neighborhoods Infrastructure and streetscape improvement Beautify and maintain all gateways Emphasize arts and culture Integrate Idaho Center with community Comp Plan, goals, objectives, & action items pages 130-150 . . . Through a series of citizen meetings, goals, objectives and action items were established to address issues concerning urban design, special areas, city center district, historic resources, neighborhoods, greenways and entry corridor. Comp Plan, implementation pages 151-182 . . . Implementation Tools Annual Plan Review Zoning Ordinance and Map Future Acquisitions map Specific Master Plans (see next slide) Comprehensive Plan amendments Goal and Action Items Prioritized List of Action Items/Responsible Entities Comp Plan, implementation specific master plans . . . Specific Master Plans University District Central Business District Karcher Interchange Idaho Center Airport Historic Resources Master Street Plan A Gateway Master Plan Special Areas Feasibility Bike Plan Light Rail Corridor Tourism Comp Plan, declared future, page 153 . . . Declared Future for Urban Renewal The committee encourages the City of Nampa to explore alternative funding mechanisms. The committee recommends that plans for major projects be brought to the citizens at public forums where the need and justification is explained, full cost and tax implication are examined, and all questions from the public are answered by city planners and staff. The proponents should then make their strongest case for passage of a bond issue. In addition, new growth must pay its share of increased costs through implementation of impact fees. The required study on impact fees should be undertaken immediately and completed within six months. Citizens for Nampa’s Future, 2002 Common themes in plans . . . Ends Downtown District identity Family friendly Active Connected Livable Reflects heritage Unique retail Arts & culture Entertainment Valley transit hub Historic district Tourism Means Design standards Gateways Pedestrian priority Mixed uses Commercial, cultural, residential Greenspaces & parks Civic services Communication High technology Downtown access & parking Adequate parking Public / private partnerships Key word brainstorming Busy Vibrant Clean Full Friendly Trees Great place to hang out A theme Livable Accessibility Fun Walkable Helpful Beautiful Appealing streetscape Welcome Hang out Economically vital Slower traffic Wayfinding Attitude Variety of retail Amenity Full service Two way streets Activities Colorful with character Integrated design (contiguous) Unique Greenways / greenbelt Feel Good and Safe Visionary Attractive Pedestrian friendly 18-24 hour community Diverse Pathway system Public transit Character Regional / local Colorful Different things going on Good place to do business Expanded downtown Downtown district ?? . . . Boundaries 1970 DBD Plan Front to 4th 8th to 17th 2001 Studies Front to 4th 10th to 15th 2004 Comp Plan North of RR to 3rd Nampa Blvd to 16th Downtown district (s) ?? . . . Boundaries Inclusive Downtown 1st to 4 Nampa Blvd to 16th Historic Downtown Front to 4th 11th to 14th Keys to Downtown Revitalization Organization – Ready, Aim, Fire Champions – Community Leadership Vision – including Market Strategy Well-designed “Place” – For Markets Right Goods & Services – For Markets Access to Resources – Funding Strategy Excellent Communication – “Advertising” Momentum – Master Plan & Action Strategy Tenacity – Progress Measurement Celebration – Community-Wide Involvement Discussion/Questions