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What are community gateways? Primary entry points to the City or business district. …and can be much more. Gateway Analysis Toolkit
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What are community gateways?
Primary entry points to the City or business district.
…and can be much more.
Gateway Analysis Toolkit
Discussion:Public vs. Private Gateways
What’s the difference between a gateway on private property and one on public property?
Should the public have more input and control over a gateway on publicly owned property?
Can we expect more public benefits from a Gateway project on public property?
Who pays for the public benefits?
First and Main Project◦ On this public property, the City has…
“…an obligation to promote sound development, to promote a high level of design which will enhance the City’s downtown area, and to provide an environment for the social, economic and psychological growth and well-being of the citizens of the City.”
-Los Altos City Option Agreement with the developer for First and Main Gateway Project
How do we interpret this obligation?
Proposed Site Plan for First and Main Gateway Project
Proposed Elevations for First and Main Gateway Project
Proposed Elevations for First and Main Gateway Project
Proposed Elevations for First and Main Gateway Project
Foothill & Main Sketch Up
2nd & Main
28’ wide side walk and planter area
2nd & Main
14’ wide seating area and 10’ x 6’ side walk beyond outdoor seating
2nd & Main
25’ wide sidewalk and planting area
2nd & Main
25’ wide sidewalk and planting area
Lulu’s on Main Street
24’ wide sidewalk
Citibank at State & Main
24’ wide sidewalk
Mini Park at State & Main
Triangle is approximately 100’ x 100’ x 150’
Main Street looking towards 1st and Main
12’ wide sidewalk
1st & Main
24’ wide sidewalk
1st & Main
24’ wide sidewalk
1st Street
18’ wide sidewalk
Views to 1st & Main –Gateway Entry
Views to 1st & Main –Gateway Entry
Proposed Site Plan for First and Main Gateway Project
Group #1 Option
Group #2 Option
Group #3 Option
• First, it’s not too late for you as individuals to get involved in the process because the public review process is just starting now.
• The developer is expected to receive and incorporate public community input into his final design.
• The developers contract with the City does not exempt him from public input and due public process.
• Let’s review the design review process from an architect’s point of view.
Next Steps: How the process works
• Attend Architectural Site Control process meeting
• Attend planning commission meeting• Attend city council meetings• Get your friends and neighbors involved• Email and/or write your council members; one
or two days before their scheduled meeting.
BEFORE YOU LEAVE:Please write the 10 important issues you would like to share with City or Council Members.
Next Steps: How to stay involved the process
• If you wish to speak at a public meeting, you must fill out and turn in a speakers card at the meeting, prior to the agenda item.
• You are usually limited to 3 minutes for discussion. It is wise not to repeat what a fellow community member stated but focus on your specific additional helpful comments.
• Our purpose is not to delay the project, but rather give constructive input to create a more comprehensively designed project.
• If you are not comfortable in public speaking, email each committee/commission and city council with your thoughts in a timely manner.
A Few Friendly Reminders
Open forum for discussion
Final Comments and Questions
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City Council Contacts
Planning Commission and A&S Committee Member Contacts
Michael M. Abrams: [email protected] A. Bodner: [email protected] E. Moison: [email protected] Z. Junaid (A&S): [email protected] L. Bruins (A&S): [email protected] C. Baer: [email protected] Lorell (A&S): 650-424-2748 (B)
