Work with Chicago Department of Transportation and other agencies to develop plan for improvement of sidewalks, crosswalks, and lighting.

We can help existing companies and bring in new ones by making our business districts more inviting—improving the physical infrastructure and addressing public safety concerns. Physical enhancements to streetscapes, sidewalks and public spaces can include new pedestrian-scale street lighting, public art and safer pedestrian crossings.

Create a passage for pedestrians between Clybourn Avenue and Blackhawk Street. #near-north-transportation #infrastructure #street #walking

The City should address parking issues in the Warehouse District to promote further development. On-street parking is adequate to meet current demand. However, with new businesses opening up this year, like Zion Coffee, and those soon to come parking will be an issue for businesses and developers. We already have 128 new residential units that will be opening this year and parking will be an in... #a-vision-for-downtown-peoria #transit #infrastructure

Decrease the cost of multiple projects and increase neighborhood vitality by combining diverse amenities into one project. The Park(ing) Deck places a green roof top of needed Warehouse District parking decks, providing protection from sun, snow and rain for the top parking level and providing access to public green space with tremendous views of the river. The green roof absorbs wet weathe... #cso #transit #public-space #park #land-use #infrastructure #housing #building

My idea is a community garden on the boulevard and a sheltered area for vendors to have a farmers market. It would bring revenue to our community and give entrepreneurs from all over Chicago a place to sell their products. The garden would also be providing jobs to teens working through One Summer Chicago. Finally, the garden would be a way for the community to help itself; supplying food to lo... #restoring-community-through-the-boulevards

Work with CDOT, Streets and Sanitation, and the Alderman on a regular basis to address the identified locations #improve-community-infrastructure #street

Connecting this site into the 606 was suggested by a couple other people in comments on other ideas, so I'm adding it since it's a great idea on its own. The Bloomingdale Trail could be extended east over the Chicago River to connect with a new riverwalk/park providing walking and biking connections to local streets. The river interrupts the street grid, resulting in few safe and convenient rou... #walking #public-space #infrastructure #bicycling #north-branch-river-works

In-fill projects designed to complete the street wall with pedestrian-friendly frontage increase both interest and pedestrian comfort. The trees in the median help to bring the streetscape down to a more human scale as well, while the median itself holds space for a bike lane or eventual transit. #transit #infill #building #heart-of-peoria-plan #walking #public-space #land-use #infrastructure #bicycling #street

Bike share is often overlooked as a form of mass transit. We know that a large portion of Americans view biking as a fun, recreational activity. Yet, we should begin to think outside of this conventional box. Bike share can increase the flexibility of public transportation. Not only does it save time, bike share also expands the parts of a city you can't see through traditional public trans... #forge-ahead

Consider an alternative configuration, as illustrated above. The ramps have been sorted out so that one moves in a more intuitive manner (moving right to go right). In addition, the awkward intersection is simplified with the use of a roundabout, allowing traffic to disperse smoothly in any of the available directions. #bicycling #walking #infrastructure #street

Idea posted on behalf of an Outreach Meeting 2 Attendee: This includes technology infrastructure (broadband gigabit network / internet access) as well as the allowances for large amounts of electricity that was provided to Finkl when it was operational. #north-branch-river-works

Install a kinetic lighting system underneath the ‘L’ infrastructure utilizing the ‘L’ trains. The full street-length lighting would be timed to the moving train to provide engaging light and movement under the ‘L’ for the enjoyment of the pedestrians below. #transforming-wabash

Streets should be re-striped for on-street parallel parking where possible. #parking #street #infrastructure

In Ohio's urban school districts, one in 446 students has been hit by a car. In suburban districts, it's one in 1,473. Because schools are often located at the center of communities, safety improvements benefit people of all ages by slowing traffic and making streets safer. While the bigger issue is keeping kids safe, Safe Routes to School also helps kids walk and bicycle to school more ofte... #forge-ahead

Create a multi-use, open air pavilion with views allowed to the river. In winter, it is has refrigeration to allow for an open air but covered ice rink. In other seasons the space serves as marketplace, gathering for events, concert space. Similar to what Valparaiso IN has done: http://www.centralparkplazavalpo.com #park #public-space #infrastructure

Idea posted on behalf of an Outreach Meeting 2 Attendee: There has been much discussion about cars, buses, trucks, and bicycles, but not a lot about the pedestrian experience has one walks / runs through (or near) the site. Sidewalks are crumbling, unkept, or not wide enough to comfortably walk without feeling unsafe adjacent to so much traffic. Consider ways to make the routes the site sa... #north-branch-river-works

Let’s remove the Whitman Interchange and open up this 25-acre area for residential and commercial development. It would be replaced with a standard street system that would connect the existing neighborhoods with downtown, Madison Street, the Riverfront, The YMCA, Sinnissippi Path, Sinnissippi Park, and Nicholas Conservatory. Walkers, bicyclists and cars would all have easy access to and from... #walking #street #land-use #infrastructure #housing #bicycling

Make taking a bus in Peoria more attractive, by adding shelters, benches, sidewalks, and good signage. #public-space #walking #street #infrastructure #transit

Use the incentives of a streamlined permitting process to attract investment in the plan. #preservation #land-use #infrastructure #housing #building #policy #investment #governance

Peoria’s public transportation system is a critical asset that moves residents and visitors throughout our city. While Uber and other ride-sharing technologies have raised society’s standards for real-time feedback in the realm of mobility, public transit is lagging behind. Peoria could leverage technology to improve service by connecting ride-sharing with established public transportation rout... #self-driving #cab #taxi #mass-transit #lyft #uber #bus #citylink #real-time-feedback #ride-sharing #public-transportation #mobility #on-demand #transit #infrastructure

Its time to update our "Welcome to" signage with modern signage and technology that incorporates the cities new logo. This should be developed along with a way finding program for downtown. These should be placed at key access points into town. First impressions are everything! #infrastructure

Imagine you're a tourist or a local and you are looking for an adventure. The City of Reno's website can be the place to navigate all the wonderful activities in Reno and the surrounding areas. Besides being a generic list of activities on a website, make the adventures interactive. One can might end up at a riverside show, or a rock climbing event. Or how about the Rib Cook off or Burning Man?... #infrastructure

A survey of Tri-County residents revealed a perception that parking is the most important downtown problem, the reality is that there are a very large number of parking spaces, both public & private, located in both structured & surface parking lots. The perception of a parking problem has to do more with the allocation and management of parking than it has to do with sheer numbers of available... #parking #policy #governance #infrastructure #street #building

Refine a communication plan for how to report a need by calling 311, reporting online, and sharing list of requests with all of NNUP and community members to increase reporting. #improve-community-infrastructure #infrastructure

Develop a fitness trail along the west bank of the Illinois River including a hard-surfaced path wide enough for biking, rollerblading, running and walking (6" wide) that runs along the river, east of SW Water Street. This trial would include exercise stations such as pull-ups, chin-ups, step-up, sit-ups, squats, stretching, sprints, jump rope, and etcetera and includes different difficulty lev... #a-vision-for-downtown-peoria #walking #preservation #public-space #land-use #infrastructure #park

I've got the night renderings covered. So, the hard part's done; now all we gotta do is raze half a block and start pouring concrete (only for the 40' diameter fountain though, the rest of the square will be 3 acres of CSO complimentary paver stones). No cars, enough parks benches to seat 10,000 giant crows, mounted carp speargun stations, lax enforcement of open container laws, etc... The marb... #peoria #square #cookies #spear-guns #fountain #water #walking #public-space #park #land-use #infrastructure

Develop this intersection as a major neighborhood center. #infill #land-use #infrastructure #housing #street #building

Review the plan and the imagery used to suggest what specific areas may look like once completed. Decide whether or not to support this option and tell us why. #playground #water #walking #public-space #park #land-use #infrastructure #bicycling

Our City faces a number of difficult challenges, including those in the realms of infrastructure, economic opportunity, and community well-being. The municipal government works to address these challenges through its programs on a daily basis, but tapping into the citizenry for new resources and ideas holds great potential to advance meaningful and effective solutions. If we harnessed all the p... #collective-impact #crowdsourcing #grants #competitions #citizen-activism #public-service #volunteerism #community-driven #problem-solving #public-feedback #innovation #civic-engagement #building #park #bicycling #walking #street #land-use #housing #water #public-space #preservation #transit #infrastructure

Bring a new CTA Brown Line L station to Division Street. #near-north-transportation #infrastructure #street #transit #walking

Franklin / Orleans Street is currently one-way. As the roadway passes the west side of the Merchandise Mart it widens to become three lanes and speeding motorists take advantage and accelerate. This makes it dangerous for bicyclists and crossing pedestrians. Convert this roadway to a two-way street in order to lower speeds and calm traffic. #walking #transit #street #public-space #infrastructure #bicycling

Cities across the globe are beginning to leverage public infrastructure such as lamp posts to serve multiple purposes. The result is a network of "connected streets" can improve the lives of the city's users while creating more efficient and effective use of resources. A common example is a lamp post that reduces lighting energy use based on need, identifies available parking spaces or EV charg... #quality-of-life #air-quality #electric-vehicles #parking #public-safety #public-wifi #energy-use #smart-connected-streets #smart-city #transit #street #land-use #infrastructure

The streetscape improvements in the Warehouse Districts are great, however, we need the landscaping to be maintained on a regular basis so the showcase the City rather than looking like a weed patch. My campaign is to have a designated organization responsible for the continued beautification of our City by maintaining our current landscape boxes and install new ones throughout the entire downt... #a-vision-for-downtown-peoria #walking #transit #preservation #land-use #infrastructure #street

Developers who agree to work within the guidelines of the specific area plans for the downtown and riverfront areas should find their permitting relatively painless. #policy #governance #land-use #infrastructure #housing #building

Provide adequate wayfinding throughout the downtown for pedestrian and vehicular traffic. The signage should be attractive, comprehensive, uniform, and easily update-able! The goal of the wayfinding would be to improve the movement of people around the downtown and to advertise the many amenities the city has to offer. #a-vision-for-downtown-peoria #walking #transit #infrastructure #bicycling #street

Extend the riverfront trail into the heart of the Warehouse District through the May Street corridor to tie the District and the Riverfront together. Drainage tiles installed beneath the permeable trail extension can be run directly to the river. Branch drain lines throughout the District can tie into the main under the trail, thus a considerable up-hill area can be separated from the CSO. Like... #cso #water #public-space #park #infrastructure #bicycling

The City should address parking issues in the Warehouse District to promote further development. On-street parking is adequate to meet current demand. However, with new businesses opening up this year, like Zion Coffee, and those soon to come parking will be an issue for businesses and developers. We already have 128 new residential units that will be opening this year and parking will be an... #infrastructure

Provide adequate wayfinding throughout the downtown for pedestrian and vehicular traffic. The signage should be attractive, comprehensive, uniform, and easily update-able! The goal of the wayfinding would be to improve the movement of people around the downtown and to advertise the many amenities the city has to offer. #infrastructure #street

I think we should create opportunities for people to play games like Ping-Pong, chess, bocce ball, etc. on the Riverfront. Infrastructure, like relatively permanent Ping-Pong tables or chess boards could be placed around the Gateway Building and Emack & Bolio's. Visitors could then "rent" equipment (paddles, balls, chess pieces) for free from those businesses with a credit card or ID being he... #a-vision-for-downtown-peoria #public-space

Infrastructure for a food truck courtyard could enable a variety of food to be served in the area with ability to move structures easily if flooding occurred. Perhaps this would have to be adjacent to the park, depending on the development guidelines. #food-carts #conviviality #food #public-space

Given the current construction of Phase 3, the last of the planned riverwalk expansions on the southern edge of the central branch, let's start thinking about the possibilities on the north side. Although there are several riverwalk segments for individual buildings, some are private and none represent a unified design treatment. The Merchandise Mart, with a drive in front, represents a high-... #bicycling #riverwalk #water #walking #public-space #park #infrastructure

Utilize chicago's greatest feature lake michigan. there are multiple harbors on both the north side (evanston, montrose, etc) and south side (new 31st harbor, jackson, etc). also infrastructure already is in place along the chicago river encouraging visitors to use the metra cutting down on vehicle congestion and emissions. utilizing our natural resource is cost effective and environmental.

After thorough review of your presentation from OCT 14 meeting and corresponding website of ideas for transportation updates to make access of the Museum Campus there is still glaring omission: creating a new dedicated subway line branching off from the loop (Origin ideas: Union Station or Roosevelt Station are ideal locations) to enable truly seamless transfer for locals and tourists alike to ... #museum-campus-transportation-study

High-frequency rail shuttle using existing ME infrastructure from Millennium Station to 67th Street with stops at Van Buren, 11th, 18th, McCormick Place, and 55th-56th-57th to better link Art Institute and Museum of Science and Industry to the Museum Campus. Similar to the Gray Line proposal. #museum-campus-transportation-study

Individuals, families and businesses don’t have access to real-time information about their energy consumption. On a micro scale, this data can help inform decisions ranging from changing the thermostat by one degree to large scale efficiency upgrades. On a macro scale, considerations such as balancing supply and demand come into play. Real-time feedback can help households to save money while ... #cost-savings #resource-use #renewable-energy #energy-efficiency #sustainability #building #infrastructure #energy

Inventory sidewalks, streets and crosswalks, alleys, and lighting that need to be repaired and improved. #improve-community-infrastructure #street

The Superloop rapid streetcar: - Links major destinations together by world-class modern transit that’s easy to find, simple to navigate, and fun to ride. - Connects the West Loop train stations to Navy Pier and the Museum Campus. - Connects Metra to jobs with first-class last-mile service. A cost-effective expansion of rapid transit: - Combines simple streetcar infrastructure with effi... #museum-campus-transportation-study

Massive infrastructure above makes the environment inhospitable and, many times, treacherous for pedestrians and bicyclists below. This affects those traveling along Ashland Avenue, Cortland Street, and Armitage Avenue. Upkeep and cosmetic changes could help, but maybe there are greater opportunities if considered as part of a larger Ashland / Elston intersection and Clybourn Metra Station rew... #north-branch-river-works

Consider an alternative configuration, maintaining the grid as illustrated above. In the recommended alternative, both Fayette and Spalding extend all the way from Adams Street to Water Street on the riverfront. By restoring the grid pattern, the parcel between Spalding and the Interstate, west of Washington, becomes available for possible development. #walking #land-use #infrastructure #street #building #bicycling

CTA route J14 is technically a Bus Rapid Transit Route. It should be better utilized with new station stops on storage space on or adjacent land to Lake Shore Drive with new pedestrian infrastructure. Potential Stops could include the existing 11th St/Museum Campus, South of McFetridge (Possible with minor realignments), 18th Street, and the existing McCormick Place LSD Overpass. Retrofits if n... #museum-campus-transportation-study

Freeways, bypasses, and state highways that run within and throughout Franklin County contain significant median width that is for the most part completely unused. The medians typically contain barrier walls and provide space between opposing lanes. We could adapt these spaces to provide lanes for intraregional BRT or tracks for intraregional light rail connections. These roadways intersect... #forge-ahead

Great ideas live throughout the community and are often the brainchild of users. Methods to improve energy efficiency are no exception. Crowdsourcing is a tool used to tap into the brainpower of a group of people, rather than turning to industry experts or professionals. A crowdsource platform should be developed to collect ideas around improving energy efficiency. These ideas can then be teste... #sustainability #cost-savings #energy-efficiency #energy #idea-generation #crowdsource #walking #building #bicycling #housing #land-use #preservation #street #transit #infrastructure

Ascertain that Peoria’s historic preservation ordinance is both succinct and effective in its implementation. #policy #governance #preservation #infrastructure #housing #public-space #park #building

Develop a signal system timing plan oriented toward slowing vehicle speeds in the downtown and enhancing pedestrian and bicycle comfort. #walking #transit #street #infrastructure #bicycling

It is finally time to actually do this. Utilize LED and other new lighting technology to make the ‘L’ infrastructure into a must-see, go-to lighting extravaganza and a true Chicago destination. #transforming-wabash

Transform an existing service alley into New Street, lined with storefronts and galleries. #retail #walking #preservation #public-space #land-use #infrastructure #street #building

This idea includes projecting a movie onto the concrete support structures under the bridge. People could bring blankets and chairs to watch in the moonlight. #land-use #infrastructure #public-space

Improving the pedestrian and cyclist experience and reworking the structure so it is more appealing. #walking #street #public-space #infrastructure #bicycling

Establish a position in the City’s planning department for a town architect or a committee for architectural review. The individual(s) that would serve would be skillful practitioners and talented in design. #governance #preservation #public-space #land-use #infrastructure #park #street #housing #building

Idea posted on behalf of an Outreach Meeting 2 Attendee: New development should serve as a bridge, not a barrier, between neighborhoods on the west and east sides of the Chicago River (+ beyond to Lake Michigan). New infrastructure like a 606 / Bloomingdales Trail extension should be allowed for the greater good. #north-branch-river-works

Join us as we discuss the opportunities and developments taking place on the South Side under the broader umbrella of Tourism and how we can use "Cultural Economic Development" to socially and economically develoment pur communities. #small-business-development #economic-development #bicycling #walking #street #water #housing #building #park #transit #preservation #public-space #land-use #infrastructure

This will help solve connectivity, storm water back up, transportation to work and retail, a great attraction, and get people to the park. #trolley #transit #infrastructure #park #housing #building

Attract vendors that will provide watercraft recreation in the downtown. This could be located at Detweiller Marina and offering kayaks, canoes, paddle boats & rowing crew boats rentals. #a-vision-for-downtown-peoria #water #public-space #land-use #infrastructure #park

Project lead | Partners: 36th Ward | CDOT, NWSHC Project Timeframe: Long-term #small-business #walking #public-space #infrastructure #bicycling

Install artistic lighting under the Bob Michel Bridge at SW Washington Street and SW Water Street. This would turn a pedestrian barrier into a pedestrian corridor and create an interesting public space at the parking lot under the bridge in the evening for "pop-up" gathering space. #a-vision-for-downtown-peoria #transit #public-space #land-use #infrastructure

I want to be able to use the river to its full potential and remove the dam. This would make for more access points and longer travel. #remove #infrastructure #water

Project lead | Partners: BC Chamber | NWSHC, Local Businesses Project Timeframe: Early Action Project #small-business #public-space #infrastructure #street

Provide a safe, lighted and developed walking path with access to downtown Peoria, the Riverfront, and the University of Illinois from the densest population neighborhood in Peoria. This would make walking to downtown an attractive alternative to driving for events, shopping, or dining. It would allow UICOMP students and residents safe and easy access to move between the bluff and downto... #infrastructure #bicycling #transit #land-use #walking #park

Study the feasability of and develop a scheme for a crosstown boulevard to replace the existing sunken Interstate 74 through downtown Peoria. #public-space #walking #transit #land-use #infrastructure #housing #bicycling #building #street

Provide roof top environments. Either through restaurant seating or residential terraces. #building #housing #park #public-space #infrastructure

Re-configure Fulton Street for vehicular traffic, and encourage re-development of its frontage. #walking #public-space #land-use #infrastructure #building #street #bicycling

Project lead | Partners: BC Chamber, SSA2 | 30th, 31st & 36th Wards, Local Businesses Project Timeframe: Short-term #small-business #public-space #infrastructure #bicycling #street

Although one way streets can smooth traffic flows, they allow traffic to speed up to the point where the street becomes increasingly hostile to pedestrians. At the same time, the one-way streets make local access within the grid more difficult by requiring more trips around the block to get to any particular destination. Especially in combination with the impact of higher traffic speeds and wid... #walking #street #infrastructure #bicycling

Project lead | Partners: 30th, 31st & 36th Wards | BC Chamber, SSA2 Project Timeframe: Long-term #small-business #walking #public-space #infrastructure #street #bicycling

Project lead | Partners: 31st & 36th Wards Project Timeframe: Mid-term #small-business #public-space #infrastructure #street

Although one way streets can smooth traffic flows, they allow traffic to speed up to the point where the street becomes increasingly hostile to pedestrians. At the same time, the one-way streets make local access within the grid more difficult by requiring more trips around the block to get to any particular destination. Especially in combination with the impact of higher traffic speeds and wid... #walking #street #infrastructure #bicycling

I believe this will provide another option to get in and out of Peoria along with free parking. There used to be service in Chillicothe a long time ago. Let's bring it to Peoria. #park #transit #infrastructure

I believe competition is healthy and a land based casino and hotel will enhance the community and the surrounding areas. #land-use #infrastructure #walking #housing #building

Conduct a careful study of flood conditions and FEMA regulations in order to elaborate a variety of solutions that would contribute cumulatively to the quality and character of Peoria’s riverfront. #infrastructure #water #building

Develop a bio-research campus as an in-fill project and a key component to re-developing the West Main Street corridor. #entertainment #services #retail #walking #park #public-space #street #transit #land-use #infrastructure #housing #building #bicycling

The winding streets of the medical campus are made more compatible with the surrounding grid, continuing the pedestrian-friendly character of the downtown core. Confusing irregularities are repaired and create new development potential. Fulton Street is continued and connects with Main Street. The square introduced at this intersection becomes a landmark that marks the entrance to the medical ... #infill #walking #public-space #transit #land-use #infrastructure #bicycling #park #street #building

Create a terraced park-like setting for flood control with multi-use areas for several activities such as small boat access, fishing, running, biking, fitness trail, outdoor market, live entertainment, etc. Using a variety of materials for the terrace walls and modern lighting could create an artistic architectural display as a nice foundation to the riverfront skyline. #bicycling #walking #water #preservation #public-space #park #land-use #infrastructure #building

We are creating a design for one the Chicago Boulevards. We are focusing on increasing the overall appeal of the Boulevard in an eco-friendly manner to encourage people to utilize it for positive purposes. #green-spaces #beautification #building #public-space #water #housing #bicycling #park #walking #transit #street #preservation #land-use #infrastructure