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Neighborhood Project Suggestions FY 2020

The Neighborhood Project Suggestions (NPS) process provides an opportunity for individual neighborhood residents to submit requests for improvements to the community during each biennial budget. Suggestions are assigned by the Department of City Planning to the applicable City department for review and response. Not all suggestions are feasible due to legal, physical, budgetary, or other constraints. Some proposed projects are able to be addressed with existing resources available and others are considered for inclusion in the assigned department's FY 2020 budget request.

The Neighborhood Project Suggestions are coupled with the Community Budget Request (CBR) process. The FY (Fiscal Year) 2020-2021 CBR/NPS process started in May 2018 with an orientation meeting. City staff as well as Community Council representatives attended a brief presentation regarding the process. This meeting included an opportunity for questions and answers.

Citizens across the City participating in the process produced over 100 suggestions. The following report includes each of these requests and indicates the funding status and department comments.


Neighborhood: Avondale

Department Assigned: DOTE

Project Summary: Traffic calming

Funding Status: Not Funded

Type of Use: Capital

Neighborhood Project Suggestion:

Speed humps and/or neckdowns on Fred Shuttlesworth Circle to reduce speeding and other erratic driving on the high traffic, residential secondary street.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, a traffic calming program for this particular street is not funded in the current or future budgets. The Department of Transportation and Engineering appreciates your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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There is a park on Glenwood at Van Antwerp Place where children play. There is a school on Washington Avenue and Glenwood. Cars speed down Glenwood from Washington and sometimes turn onto Van Antwerp and this is a hazard for kids playing in the park, at the school and on Van Antwerp Place. We need to have speed humps on Glenwood at Washington Avenue and at the corner of Van Antwerp Place and Glenwood Avenue for the safety of our children and elderly adults that walk. Speed humps are currently on Glenwood Avenue pass Alaska Avenue to Vine Street where there is no park or school.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, a traffic calming program for this particular street is not funded in the current or future budgets. The Department of Transporation and Engineering appreciates your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: City Planning

Project Summary: Improving quality of life in Avondale, addressing issues such as criminal activtiy, blight, litter, traffic calming, lighting, and health initiatives.

Funding Status: Currently Funded--City Planning is currently working on a Quality of Life Plan with the neighborhood of Avondale.



Clean, Safe, Healthy and Proud- The Alaska Avenue Pilot project. The purpose of this proposal is: To enhance and expand the ability to engage residents and homeowners at the street and neighborhood levels to help to fulfill our mission of improving the quality of life for children and families in Avondale; To help Alaska Avenue become a vital, vibrant and walkable street in the neighborhood; and To serve as a pilot project that could be duplicated throughout the community. Alaska Avenue is a one block, residential street that runs north and south between Forest and Glenwood Avenues in the Avondale Community. It is the sole means of access for the residents of Forest Park Drive, which runs off of it. Importantly, Alaska Avenue is a gateway from the north to the Burnet Avenue corridor and Uptown institutions. It is within walking distance of the nationally ranked Number 2 Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center with it's new million dollar expansion, University of Cincinnati Health, Cincinnati Zoo , Ronald McDonald House and stones away from the new Hickory Place Townhouses. Like many neighborhoods in Avondale, Alaska Avenue have long time residents including decades-long homeowners, who are committed to the community. But also like many neighborhoods, there are challenges to attaining the full realization of the neighborhoods' visions. These challenges include: Criminal activity (especially the buying and selling of drugs by those not residing in the neighborhood; Excessive litter (left by those not of the neighborhood; Blighted and abandoned property often used for illegal activity; Speeding cars (again by non-residents); Over hanging and overgrown trees and bushes that require pedestrians (especially children and parents with small children) to walk in the street; Inadequate lighting and signage on the street. The tasks that are necessary to maintain and continue to be a "clean, safe healthy and proud " street include: 1) Enlist property owners, residents and clubs to participate in the Clean, Safe , Healthy and Proud" initiative; 2) Create a check list (criteria ) of what constitutes a "Clean , Safe, Healthy and Proud street;

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3) Develop pre-, Mid-year and End of the year surveys of residents about the cleanliness, safety and health of and pride in their streets, and their priorities for improvements; 4) Create a pamphlet and web-page of city and community resources to help block and neighborhood clubs address concerns; 5) Train and provide volunteer "Helpers" to guide participant (block and neighborhood clubs , property owners and residents) in utilizing resources to make desired improvements; 6) Create incentives for property owners for their participation e.g. recognitions of best maintained properties and 7) Create a photo journal of the street's transformation to provide concrete and visual data about the improvements.

Department Comments: The Department of City Planning is currently working with members of the Avondale community on the Quality of Life Plan. These suggestions have been forwarded to the project manager for the plan and will be considered in the plan development. The Department of City Planning finds these suggestions to be very insightful and appreciates your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process. If you have any questions, please contact the project manager: [email protected]

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Neighborhood: Bond Hill


Project Summary: Street improvements




In 2021, Bond Hill will celebrate its 150th anniversary; we hope to have a revitalized business district and a grand celebration for current and past residents. This project lays the groundwork for space for residents to gather and celebrate. The total amount of the project is $294,000, and the breakdown is outlined below: Bond Hill NBD Streetscape Improvement – Reading Rd. (south of Dale Rd.) Preliminary Estimate Streetscape: Scope includes demo and removal of existing sidewalk and equipment, installing new curb and sidewalk, curb ramps, driveway, new pole and traffic control signage. It includes installing soil and street trees. This work encompasses sidewalk work for the first 250 feet south of Dale Rd. Along the east side of Reading Road. Cost $160,000.00 Lighting: Street lighting proposed for the streetscape as defined above. Lighting includes the trench and conduit for underground installation, pull boxes, pole foundations, poles, and luminaries. The light type is anticipated to be LED. Cost $32,000.00 Traffic Signal: Update the signal at Dale Rd. and Reading to improve safety for pedestrians and safer vehicular traffic traversing the NBD Cost $53,000.00 Stormwater: Update and/or replace the storm water inlet on Reading near the intersection at Dale Rd. Cost $4000.00 Streetscape sub-total $249,000.00 Soft Costs: Includes Design, Construction Documents, Construction Management, Material Testing Soft Costs Sub-total $45,000.00 Preliminary total – streetscape and soft cost $294,000.00

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transporation and Engineering (DOTE) has worked with the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) and the community on the preliminary design options and cost estimating for both streetscape improvements in Bond Hill as well as the larger Reading Road corridor improvements. The community applied for Cincinnati Neighborhood Business Districts United (CNBDU) and Neighborhood Business District Improvement

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Program (NBDIP) Funding for 2019 but was not awarded construction funds. DOTE has also tried to coordinate efforts with the Port Authority who own a large parcel of developable land in the Neighborhood Business District (NBD). DOTE Traffic Engineering has implemented some traffic signal updates. DOTE will continue to work with the Bond Hill community, with DCED's help to better the Reading Road corridor. Traffic signal: rebuild at Dale and Reading is currently underway- foundations complete; overhead and pole work will be completed with current City project. Streetlighting: Is not funded in future Traffic Engineering budgets. Decorative lighting would be assessed and are typically funded by developers or CNDBU funds. The Department of Transportation and Engineering finds these suggestions to be very insightful and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Camp Washington

Department Assigned: Recreation

Project Summary: Commnunity yard sale and festivals


Type of Use: Operating


Camp Washington Sidney and Rachel st Block Party, Camp Washington city wide Yard Sale, Camp Washington Street Art Festival

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The closure of any streets would have to be approved by the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE). We would like to suggest that the Massachesetts Recreation Area is very close by an may be able to serve in a similiar capacity. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Camp Washington


Project Summary: Community gathering space




Community activity lot with one of the empty lots [similar to the alley in walnut hills] Could be used for a beer garden, movie nights, kickball games, cookouts, art projects, concerts, community team building events etc. Turn an empty parking lot into a Food Truck corral. It would be a destination spot for people to visit all over the city. you could charge the food trucks to set up or even make it a permanent set up like they have in downtown Portland. Perfect use of bringing people to an otherwise food desert.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. However, we are unsure if this is a Cincinnati Recreation Commission property. To help us better understand this request, a more specific description of the location would be helpful. We do appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Clifton


Project Summary: Traffic improvement




Please prepare and adjust the intersection of Clifton / McAlpin / Woolper Avenues for the new elementary school that will be in operation August 2019. Traffic light timing changes at certain hours of the day could prove beneficial to traffic flow at school dismissal time.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Signal timing changes require a school transportation plan be approved. The Department of Transportation and Engineering finds this suggestion to be very insightful, and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Rail service




Extend rail service throughout the entire Cincinnati metropolitan area. Especially from downtown to the U.C. corridor and the airport.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) has planned different rail corridors throughout Cincinnati and the region. These options include expansion of the streetcar to bus rapid transit (BRT) and to light rail. Regional engagement will be needed to continue the planning and funding efforts. The Department of Transportation and Engineering appreciates your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Streetlight conversion from gas to LED lights




Neighborhood Project Proposal for conversion of gas lights on rue de la Paix. Situation: rue de la Paix has 5 gas streetlights that are paid for by the two Maisons Lafayette Home Owners Associations (three by Block A and two by Block B). The light they cast is inadequate, and the cost of gas each lamp is $1,000 per year. The existing fixtures can be converted to electric at a modest cost and can be operated for a fraction of the cost. The converted lights would also be greener and reduce carbon emissions; in fact some states have even banned the use of gas street lights. The expected cost per LED light would be $2.40/year versus the $5,000 paid now. The proposed project is to be a test case for a potential conversion of gas lights throughout the City, resulting in untold savings. Proposal: Propose to install Charm-lite conversion kits in the two Block B gas lights. Mark Young, CEO of Charm-lite has the patent for the conversion kits and started the company 37 years ago. See https://www.charm-lite.com/ . A big project is beginning at The Reserve of Montgomery where they plan to convert 88 gas street lights (http://reserveofmontgomery.com/). A converted sample light is on display at The Reserve of Montgomery and it is almost impossible to detect any difference between the electric light and the gas light, though the LED light is slightly brighter. Mark Young recommends the quad bulb tree, which is intended for street light use, though the dual lamps would most accurately replicate the look of the existing lamps. The LED bulbs produce 1600 lumens for 15 watts per pole. Required is a 24 volt power source. Possible 24-volt sources for power: 1) Pull power already existing from Ludlow or the closest City source. 2) Tap into an existing source on the Association property. Next steps: The Association consults an electrician about the project. Technically the conversion does not require an electrician, but an electrician can a full picture of what is needed. The Association buys a transformer (ca $80). If all 5 poles are to be converted, a 250-watt transformer is recommended, even though each of the 5 poles only requires 20 watts, or 100 watts total. 250-watt transformers are less expensive and would provide adequate wattage. The Association buys conversion quad bulb kits ($99.95 ea) or double bulb kits ($49.95) to go in the existing fixtures, and optionally a dusk-to-dawn control ($19.95) to save electricity during the day. The City pays to run a conduit from Ludlow or Association property. Association pays for cleaning existing

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fixtures and conversion work. Mark Young of Charm-lite is available at 765-644-6876 there are further questions

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Gas lights on Rue De La Paix are part of a private lighting system. If the Maisons Lafayette Home Owners Association would like to convert to electric lighting, a right-of-way permit will be required from a licensed contractor along with a revocable street privilege permit from the HOA. The Department of Transportation and Engineering finds this suggestion to be very insightful and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: Parks

Project Summary: Dog park




Dog park, please. Thanks!

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. A number of people have requested a dog park in Clifton and have suggested several park sites. Sites at Dunore and Mt. Storm are not feasible for a dog park due to the size, use, and topography of the sites. As plans develop for enhancements to Burnet Woods, the idea of a future dog park will be considered, although the costs of on-going maintenance for dog parks is an issue with our limited operating budget. We do appreciate your suggestion and your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Dog park please! Can be modest in size like in Washington Park, but even more basic if needed (just a fenced area and a waste station). Sites could include Dunore park (across from Jewish cemetery) or Burnet Woods, or even Mt. Storm (though I think that would get less use). Could partner with the Pop-Up Puppy Party group, who are obviously committed to this cause and already doing the volunteer work, and would likely be willing to help manage a new permanent facility.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. A number of people have requested a dog park in Clifton and have suggested several park sites. Sites at Dunore and Mt. Storm are not feasible for a dog park due to the size, use, and topography of the sites. As plans develop for enhancements to Burnet Woods, the idea of a future dog park will be considered, although the costs of on-going maintenance for dog parks is an issue with our limited operating budget. We do appreciate your suggestion and your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Park amenities




Burnet Woods is under utilized. We would like to see new recreation spaces be added ( without the loss of trees) such as: Exercise/par core trails, extensive kids play area, splash park

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Burnet Woods is not necessarily underused. As plans develop for future enhancements to Burnet Woods, new playgrounds and picnic area improvements will be considered. However, extensive recreational features are not consistent with the Burnet Woods master plan or the character of the site. The Park Board does appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Dog park, playground, and traffic light/crosswalk




1. Dog park. Preferably in Burnet Woods or Dunore Park, as they are more centrally located than other potential sites in the neighborhood (e.g. Mt. Storm Park). A simple, modest area with a fence and trash can would suffice. It could also be modeled after the dog runs at Washington Park, which seem to be quite successful in serving a large and diverse urban population. 2. Enhanced playground at Dunore Park, with more shade. 3. Traffic light and crosswalk at Morrison and Ludlow, for safer access to Dunore Park. MANY people cross there already, and it's just not that safe.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. A number of people have requested a dog park in Clifton and have suggested several park sites. As plans develop for enhancements to Burnet Woods, the idea of a future dog park will be considered. Due to the fact that many park sites require replacement of aging equipment, increasing play equipment at Dunore Park is not a priority at this time. We do appreciate your suggestion and your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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I would love to have a small dog park or dog gathering place in Clifton. It should be concrete, stone, and turf like Washington Park so it continues to be atttactive to the neighbors and dog park users. Fundraising in the neighborhood and from corporate interests could occur to help with cost. Ongoing maintenance partners could be explored.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. A number of people have requested a dog park in Clifton and have suggested several park sites. As plans develop for enhancements to Burnet Woods, the idea of a future dog park will be considered, although the costs of on-going maintenance for dog parks is an issue for our limited operating budget. We do however appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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A dog park like Washington Park would be great.


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A dog park in Clifton would be a wonderful addition to the community. We need a permanent one like Washington Park. Thank you.


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I have a suggestion for a permanent dog park in Clifton. We were featured last week on WLWT TV for our Pop Up Puppy Park on Ludlow where a group of neighbors have gotten together to create a once a month temporary dog park. The segment went national because I think the whole country saw how neighbors getting together to help a young, disabled man fulfill his dream of bringing his community together -- and the dogs too -- is a good thing for a city. There are so many of us willing to donate our skills in carpentry and publicity and clean-up to create a dog park somewhere in the Clifton area.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. A number of people have requested a dog park in Clifton and have suggested several park sites. Sites at Dunore and Mt. Storm are not feasible for a dog park due to the size, use, and topography of the sites. As plans develop for enhancements to Burnet Woods, the idea of a future dog park will be considered, although the costs of on-going maintenance for dog parks is an issue with our limited operating budget. We appreciate your suggestion and your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Senior Center




A senior center for Clifton

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunatley, a senior center is not in the six-year plan. We will take your suggestion under advisement. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: Buildings and Inpections

Project Summary: Rehabbing abandoned homes for the homeless




Use some of the abandoned buildings between clifton and downtown to flip into shelters for the homeless, this would help to provide housing and shelter from the elements for those individuals as well as allowing them a real chance at moving out of their sulituation. Providing them with a residence will make it possible for them to get an actual job and income to provide for themselves. Maybe set rules/requirements for timelines of those who live in these buildings on attaining jobs and then contributing back to the home. This is also benifical to the community because removing the homeless population from the streets will help to increase the tourism and traffic downtown at all hours and just clean up the area in general. Yes there is an initial loss in investment but in the long run it will be paid back in its benefits.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. This is a project that would best be handled by the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) through the NOFA or with Federal HOME funding. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: DCED

Project Summary: Parking pass program




Clifton Heights, the SouthWest part from the UC campus, is packed with houses that each reside 4 people. As a result, there are a lot of cars that need to be crammed on those tiny streets. The situation is to the extend that if you're a resident on one of those streets, if you don't drive home by 5PM on a weekday, there will be no parking spot in a 400ft radius from your residence. If you drive home on a weekend night, that number can increase substantially, wasting both time and effort for the residents and creating frustration. The street themselves, namely the streets from Clifton Ave to Flora St, are also barely 2-way streets with all the cars on the side. If a garbage truck is passing through, there is no way that one can pass through them. To remedy this issue, I propose to either start giving parking passes to specific spots, or to increase parking spaces by making those streets one-way and allowing diagonal parking on either one side or both sides. This will make sure that residents of the area can get a parking space nearby their houses, and the streets are close enough to each other and small enough that it wouldn't matter too much if they're one-way.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) manages the residential permit parking (RPP) program. To request a residential parking program, a petition from the residents and business is the first step. More information about the RPP can be found on the City's website. John Childress, DOTE, manages the program and can be contacted for additional information. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: College Hill


Project Summary: Street repaving




Please repave the stretch of West North Bend Road that lies between Daly and Winton Roads.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The stretch of street that you reference is outside of the city limits, and is the maintenance responsibility of Hamilton County. Please contact the Hamilton County Engineer (513) 946-4250 for assistance with this issue. We appreciate your interest in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Another stop light between North Bend and Oak Knoll to keep cars from speeding along that stretch at 50 mph. We never see police stopping anyone. It is a residential area but drivers do not pay attention whatsoever.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Traffic signals must meet Federal Warrants and can't be used to control speeding. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) Traffic Engineering Division staff will investigate to ensure appropriate traffic control signage is in place to notify drivers of the posted speed limit. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Funding Status: Currently Funded



Larger speed limit signs on Hamilton avenue and on Northbend road.... I find myself speeding, just because everyone around me is....this would make everyone safer

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) Traffic Engineering division staff will investigate to ensure appropriate traffic control signage is present to notify drivers of the posted speed limit. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Traffic calming and street signage




We are desparately in need of speed bumps on Loiska Lane. We are also in need of a rotary at the end of the street. We are not a true cul-de-sac but we are a dead end street. Cars have destroyed my driveway pulling in to turn around and most recently, we have had to ask the City to install No Parking/ No Standing signs in our dead end to prevent cars from parking and preventing access to our homes. We desparately need assistance.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, a traffic calming program for this particular street is not funded in the current or future budgets. The Department of Transporation and Engineering appreciates your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: DOTE/Parks

Project Summary: Street improvement and dog park




Removal of pavement and installation of grass on the vacant former Wigwam site on the NE corner of Hamilton & North Bend similar to what was done on the NW corner of this same intersection. Installation of a dog park in the rear of the Pleasant Hill Academy site near the pedestrian path that connects to Wittekind & Devonwood. This is a desire of the many dog-walking residents in this area. Installation of speed bumps on Wittekind Terrace east of Hamilton Avenue or other traffic calming measures at the intersection of Wittekind & Devonwood.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Northeast corner of Hamilton Ave and North Bend is under consideration for development by a private developer. The Pleasant Hill Academy grounds are owned by the Cincinnati Board of Education and the community should coordinate efforts with CPS to work with them on this dog park request. The College Hill Community Urban Redevelopment Corporation is developing a new park just a few blocks south of North Bend on Hamilton Avenue. The Park Board does not control any land around the Pleasant Hill Academy and does not plan to construct any new facilities there. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Columbia-Tusculum






Complete repaving, not patching, of Golden Hollow & Golden Avenue

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Golden Avenue is rated in "fair-to-poor" condition. As such, it will be a strong contender for rehabilitation with the next Columbia Tusculum Rehab project in 2021. Golden Hollow Ave. is also rated to be in "fair" condition. It will also be considered for the 2021 Columbia Tusculum Rehab project.

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Neighborhood: Columbia-Tusculum


Project Summary: Neighborhood plan

Funding Status: Funding Requested in Future Budget Year



The community plan was last updated in 1999 and past its useful life. CT requests $30,000 to fund the City Planning Department to lead a community plan refresh. This plan will help prioritize new developments in both the business and non-business districts.

Department Comments: The Columbia-Tusculum Neighborhood Plan has been approved to begin in 2019. The Department of City Planning appreciates the initiative taken to undertake this neighborhood plan.

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Neighborhood: CUF


Project Summary: Stop light or traffic sign




Please put a stop sign or traffic light at Riddle Road and Marshall. Extremely dangerous intersection. Thanks!

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Traffic signals and stop signs must meet Federal Warrants and can't be used to control speeding. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) Traffic Engineering division staff will investigate to ensure appropriate traffic control signage is present to notify drivers of the posted speed limit. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: CUF


Project Summary: 4 way stop sign




The intersection of Riddle Rd. and Marshall Avenue should be a 4-way stop sign instead of the current 2-way stop that is present currently. Traffic proceeds through that intersection at a rate of speed often higher than the posted limit proceeding downhill into a family-occupied area with small children. Additionally, delivery trucks and cars parking illegally to patronize the corner market impair visibility for traffic attempting a left-turn from Marshall onto Riddle Rd. and pedestrians seeking to cross the street at the corner. For the public safety, the intersection of Riddle Road and Marshall Road should be converted from a 2-way stop sign to a 4-way stop sign.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. All four-way stop intersections must meet Federal Warrants. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) Traffic Engineering division staff will investigate to ensure appropriate traffic control signage is present.

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Neighborhood: CUF


Project Summary: Traffic improvements




I am a student at UC. Everyday, thousands of students cross Clifton Ave and MLK Drive to get to and from class. These two streets are simply treacherous. Both are as wide as interstate highways, cars travel on them at high speeds, and there are not enough opportunities to cross the streets safely. The intersection of Clifton Ave and MLK Drive is particularly disturbing. As students, we quite literally have to RUN across a small right-turn lane where on-coming traffic does not stop, wait on a little "island" of sorts with cars flying past on all sides, cross another street that's either 5 or 6 lanes across to another similar "island," and then RUN AGAIN across ANOTHER small right-turn lane through which on-coming traffic does not stop. It's really hard to imagine the layout of these streets/intersection being any worse. They are very, very dangerous in what should be a pedestrian-friendly environment. UC is a university with tens of thousands of students and yet the campus is surrounded by a veritable moat of poorly-designed streets that only exist to facilitate the the movement of high-speed traffic. The intersection needs immediate re-designing, the (4) right-turn lanes with no stop signs should be eliminated, both Clifton and MLK need to be narrowed, more crosswalks should be implemented, speed limits should be lowered, and raised medians/pedestrian refuge areas constructed. The danger of these streets and intersection is something very often voiced by UC students, especially within the planning/design departments and this issue needs earnest resolving.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The intersection was re-designed in about 2014 as part of the street improvement project. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) Traffic Engineering staff will work with Cincinnati Police Department to recommend enforcement. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: CUF

Department Assigned: Parks/Recreation

Project Summary: Recycling bins




Our parks do not have Recycling Bins, Cans or any possibility for citizens who care about the environment to recycle glass bottles, cans and plastic bottles in the Parks of the City. NOTHING has been done. This is a total shame that we don't provide citizens the means to keep recyclables out of the landfills.....Come on!!!

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Park Board recognizes a need to do better with regard to collecting recyclables in parks, and is working to improve. In our parks we encourage, and many of the special events hosted in parks do offer, recycling. We also recycle at all of our buildings and recycle motor oil and wood. We have also begun using propane maintenance vehicles as part of our fleet. However, we have equipment and staffing challenges related to collecting and sorting recyclables from parks. Our current equipment does not provide for sorting, for example and we do not have separate recycling trucks, we only have garbage trucks. To remedy this, staff is working to develop a proposal to determine what equipment and staffing are needed to collect, haul and sort recycling from parks. The goal is to present to our board and the City this as part of our budget request for next year. We appreciate your suggestion and participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Downtown


Project Summary: Bike lanes




Elm Street is so wide. It could serve multiple users more safely. I propose a two way separated bike lane on one side on Elm from Mehring Way to Central Parkway. Two-way separated bike lanes exist on one way streets in other cities. I commuted on one every day while I lived in Seattle. Check out Second Street in Seattle.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) has worked with Department of Community and Economic Development and the community on the preliminary design options and cost estimating for both streetscape improvements in Bond Hill as well as the larger Reading Road corridor improvements. The community applied for Cincinnati Neighborhood Business Districts United (CNBDU) and Neighborhood Business District Improvement Plan (NBDIP) funding for 2019 but was not awarded construction funds. DOTE has also tried to coordinate efforts with the Port Authority who own a large parcel of developable land in the Neighborhood Business District (NBD). The DOTE Traffic Engineering division has implemented some traffic signal updates. DOTE will continue to work with the Bond Hill community, with the Department of Community and Economic Development's help to improve the Reading Road corridor.

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Neighborhood: Downtown


Project Summary: Parking space conversion




With the Court and Walnut Tower adding so much parking capacity to that part of downtown, could the parking between the east and west bound lanes of Court Street be converted? I imagine the space between the lanes turning into something like Garfield Place/Piatt Park. There could even still be parallel parking for people who need it.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. However, on-street parking is necessary and highly used at this location. Until other parking alternatives become available, this space will be continued to used for parking. We appreciate your interest and participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: East End

Department Assigned: Public Services/DOTE

Project Summary: Overgrow weeds and street repair




Help for Hoff Ave. Over grown weeds and brush and street repair.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Hoff Avenue is currently rated in "fair-to-poor" condition. As such, it will be considered for the next East End Rehab project in 2020. Issues with overgrown weeds and brush in the right-of-way can be reported to the City's Customer Service Hotline at (513) 591-6000. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: East Price Hill






Speed bumps or anything that would help control people's speed as they drive up Glenway hill between Wilder and Grand. Specifically before they hit the curve at Wing and Sterrett. So many people lose control on this curve. There has been a young boy hit by a car and my neighbors and I have had so many accidents end up in our front yards. We have lost porches, hand railings and most recently the telephone pole was knocked down. Something needs to be done.


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Department Assigned: Public Services

Project Summary: Additional trash cans




We desperately need more trash cans near our sidewalks in East Price Hill. The litter is pretty bad due to inconsiderate people but also because there are several blocks in well traveled areas that lack trash cans. Putting them on bus lines and bes near bus stops would probably help a lot as well. Thank you for reading and sharing this suggestion!

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. In order to accommodate your request, please provide a specific location and call (513) 591-6000. We can then better assess the situation and determine the proper response. We thank you and appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Increased litter




The amount of litter has radically increased in East Price Hill in the last ten years, We need an effort by the City to clean up the litter and greater enforcement of anti littering regulations. Trucks with a vacuum attachment that can pick up litter at the curb and sidewalk would be a good investment and be more productive.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Your suggestion aligns with the new Litter Crews funded in an attempt to resolve these exact issues. We thank you for your suggestion to improve our Cincinnati neighborhoods, and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: East Walnut Hills


Project Summary: "Tot lot" improvements




Improve neighborhood Tot Lots and especially the field at Madison bordered by Ashland and Victory Parkway in order to be better utilized by our diverse community.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Ashland and Chapel recreation area is part of the six-year plan. The playgrounds and ball field are addressed in the six-year plan but are not in the capital budget. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: East Walnut Hills

Department Assigned: Community and Economic Development

Project Summary: Need for grocery store




Hello and good day. I do not live in Walnut Hills, but visit frequently enough to have been impacted by the loss of the Kroger grocery store. There are many old folks, college students and working poor in this part of Cincinnati who have not the means to travel to a grocery store in another neighborhood. It is my suggestion that a grocery be built here, whether this be a large Kroger or a small Target, so that these individuals have the resources to continue to provide food for themselves and their families.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. In regards to your suggestion, the City loaned money to the Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation (WHRF) to buy out the ground lease of the former Kroger building, which gives the neighborhood redevelopment rights and site control. We are now working with WHRF to give them favorable loan terms until they can secure a long-term tenant. WHRF has secured over $200,000 in grants to fund start up costs for a small grocery store. They have spent the past several months conducting surveys and meetings to understand what neighborhood residents want in a grocery store. They are currently evaluating location options and expect to choose a location and announce the store in the next 2-4 months. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Hartwell






I would like to see speed bumps installed on all residential streets that are maintained by the city of Cincinnati and connected to Anthony Wayne Ave. Due to the construction on 75SB, or any time there is a traffic jam, commuters will take Anthony Wayne Ave. as a shortcut. Unfortunately when this happens, there is a lot of wreckless driving on our streets. The other issue is the amount of car lots around us. People test drive their cars on the streets our kids play on at high rates of speed. The combination of the two has caused numerous hit and runs. Please help us keep our beautiful newly paved streets (thanks to the capital improvement program) for years to come by slowing down drivers. There are multiple scenarios where not only the residents, but the city would win. Thank you for allowing me (the resident) to have my voice heard!


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Department Assigned: DOTE/Health

Project Summary: Transportation infrastructure, community gardens, healthy food access




In my opinion, a better public transportation infrastructure would be helpful for the entire city, not just Hartwell. For example, one of the criteria for the Amazon headquarters was a well established public transportation system, which we do not have in Cincinnati. City planning will become more and more important into the future and in order to bring business into the city. Also, green spaces, such as community gardens, made in parts of the city suffering from blight or condemned homes could be a nice idea to fund. Ensuring that everyone has access to healthy food, even in poorer areas, would make the city have better food security. Overall, I am in favor of investing in something that can return something back to the all people in all income brackets. Of course, the opioid crises may need additional funding as well.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) has planned different rail corridors throughout Cincinnati and the region. These options include expansion of the streetcar to bus rapid transit (BRT) and to light rail. Regional engagement will be needed to continue the planning and funding efforts. The Department of Transportation and Engineering appreciates your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Trash can placement




We request a trash can on Parkway Circle, which is the heart of the neighborhood; it is heavily used by pedestrians. Thank you for your consideration.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. In order to accommodate your request, please provide a specific location and call (513) 591-6000. We can then better assess the situation and determine the proper response. The Department of Public Services thanks you and appreciates your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Linwood






The roads in the section of Linwood that encompass Hutton St, Morse St, Greenwood Terrace, Pennsylvania Ave, Winter St and Kenilworth Place have not been resurfaced in 30 years. Some of the perpetual potholes and gutter erosions are truly car axle shattering and dangerous.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) has evaluated all of the streets in the Linwood area for the 2018 Street Rehab Program. We selected Wooster Road from Beechmont Circle to the Little Duck Creek bridge along with Wilmer Avenue from Playfield Lane to Beechmont Avenue and Wooster Road was in deplorable condition and required a complete reconstruction. The streets mentioned (Hutton, Morse, Greenwood, Pennsylvania, Winter & Kenilworth) are generally rated in "fair-to-poor" condition. As such, these streets will be considered for the next Linwood Rehab project in 2021. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Street and sidewalk improvements




Sidewalks repair; Neighborhood encompassed by Hutton St, Morse St, Greenwood Terrace, Pennsylvania Ave, Winter St, Kenilworth Pl. Many of the sidewalks have eroded, uplifted and are a nuisance due to the roots of the very old trees. There are many children who ride bikes in the neighborhood that are at risk for serious injury while on the sidewalks and the roads aren't much better with the potholes.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The sidewalk is the responsibility of the adjacent property owner. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) can, however, send out notices to the affected property owners to have their sidewalks fixed. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Sidewalk installation




Sidewalks Connectivity; Neighborhood encompassed by Hutton St, Morse St, Greenwood Terrace, Pennsylvania Ave, Winter St, Kenilworth Pl. There are many spots that have no sidewalks in this neighborhood. There is no handicap accessibility completely in this area.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) does not have a program or funding to construct new sidewalks in this area. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Lower Price Hill


Project Summary: Traffic improvements, pedestrian safety




Pedestrian Barriers along River Road from Burns Street to Evans Street Relocate existing barrier between sidewalk and the building at 1900-1920 out to street.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) currently does not have a program for pedestrian barriers. We will however keep your suggestion under advisement. We also appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Traffic improvements




Separation Delineators at West end of Median Barricade on River Road near Evans Street

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. However, the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) does not have a program for delineators. We will keep your suggestion under advisement, and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Overlook in right-of-way




Gazebo Overlook at the end ot the old Warsaw Ramp adjacent to new Warsaw Ramp

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, there is no funding in the current or future budget for this project. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: Recreation and DOTE

Project Summary: Trails and traffic improvements




I live in one of the lovely condos off Maryland Ave. (the section closest to Lower Price Hill) a lot of the homeowners and renters here would love for the street below to be cleaned up a little bit and have a small delicatessen or even a gym nearby. There's been a surge of young adults/working professionals such as myself who've moved to this area due inpart to the fabulous skyline views and close proximity to downtown without all the noise or hustle of downtown. Having a small place to get groceries nearby or a place to workout would make this are even more attractive and in my opinion move in other individuals who would keep the neighborhood moving forward. Riverfront jogging/nature trails. It would be great to access the river or be able to run/jog along side/near it from where I am without having to drive or go along major highways where ya less safe for a single female or pedestrian in general. There are some small parks in the area but few of them are safe, they're also mostly for children or parents with small children and none of which stretch out far enough for a decent run. Ideally, having a route that connected from here to downtown along the river that allowed joggers/bikers to go from lower price hill to downtown or even further would be phenomenal. I think it would help bolster interest in and revitalize this area. On HWY 50, across from the Speedway near rover road, there should be a traffic signal or stop light, perhaps even widen the lanes through there. Often when turning off of Maryland (since you have to look both ways, there are a number of people who do not yield from the left and traffic that isn't required to signal if they are merging on the highway or going straight. It's quite dangerous and needs to be looked at. I've seen a number of close calls there.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Installation of a traffic signal must meet Federal warrants and would be further evaluated if the streetscape improvements are funded. DOTE has a trail planned in this area as part of the Ohio River Trail. We suggest the use of the existing Price Hill Recreation Center which is in close proximity for a variety of uses. We will take your suggestion under advisement and appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Madisonville


Project Summary: Pedestrian safety




Provide new pedestrian barricade in the gap between 1952 and 1920 River Road

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) currently does not have a program for pedestrian barriers. We will, however, keep your suggestion under advisement. We also appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Playground repairs




Fix up the picnic shelter area and swings adjacent to Bramble Park. New slides (they are old metal ones that get really hot in the sun) and new playground equipment that has a shade. Clear a trail leading from the Murray bike path to Bramble Park.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. A Cincinnati Park Board proposal for a bike trail is in progress. Unfortunately, playground equipment replacement is not in the current budget cycle or six-year plan. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Street repaving and curb improvements




Continue to repair/redo the streets and curbs in Madisonville. Only select streets were worked on last year, but some streets are in dire need. For example, the section I live on of Simpson Avenue was not done though the rest of Simpson was done. I asked the construction workers why and they said they were told "because there were never curbs here before" but they thought our section was the worst. There is a great dip between the sidewalk and the street which is potentially dangerous. Construction on a lot of our street would bring more revitalization to our neighborhood.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The entirety of Simpson Avenue was rehabbed in 2017. The section of Simpson Avenue from Roe Street to the railroad tracks north of Erie Avenue is an unimproved, or uncurbed, roadway. The Street Rehabilitation Program repairs existing infrastructure. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) does not construct new curbing for unimproved streets. This would require a street improvement project consisting of storm sewer improvements, new curbing, and a reconstructed pavement. This type of work typically costs about 10 times the cost of the street rehab work. There is currently no funding available for street improvement projects. We do however appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Pedestrian improvements at Madison and Whetsel




In order to connect two developments sites at the Medpace campus and at Madison & Whetsel, pedestrian and bike improvements are needed so that residents and visitors can safely travel between the two sites without having to get into a car. The much-discussed sidepath on the south side of Madison Road between the sites would be a wonderful addition to our neighborhood. Madisonville is an extremely walkable neighborhood in general, however, currently walking on the sidewalk on Madison Road is a risky endeavor.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The 2016 cost estimate for this project was $867,500. A project of this magnitude will likely require grant funding in order to move toward construction. The Department of Transporation and Engineering (DOTE) will consider this project when making determinations about future state and federal grant submissions. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Bramble Park improvements




Bramble Park, located in the heart of the Madisonville with the highest concentration of children under 5 nearby, is in desperate need of attention. Surrounded by lush greenspace relatively new park equipment, and a baseball field, Bramble Park should be a proud community destination, but it is not. Instead, some residents don't go here for safety concerns, as drug use and prostitution are common, but also because it doesn't have much to offer beyond the playground space. It could be so much more. Bramble Park should be a destination for Madisonville residents, the place where events and festivals are held, where neighbors gather on summer evenings. It should include a bike trail linking Madisonville to the Murray Road Trail just south of the park. The community would like CRC and Parks to engage with us in a Master Planning process. We have ideas for the bike path, an amphitheater, much-needed restrooms, and more to make this a true community asset and something we can all be proud of.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. A Cincinnati Park Board proposal for a bike trail is in progress. Unfortunately, playground equipment replacement, a shelter, ampitheater, and restrooms are not in the current budget cycle or six-year plan. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Mount Adams


Project Summary: Dog park in Eden Park




A dog park in Eden Park would be great. Lots of people let their dogs off leash in the park already which is not very safe. There are many areas that could be used like behind the basketball courts. There are tons of dogs in the neighborhood and no one has large yards here.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, a dog park in Eden Park is not consistent with the master plan for the park. We do appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Mount Airy


Project Summary: Conversion to LED lighting




Recently, Mt. Airy CURE converted the lights in the business district from incandescent to LED lights. However, the lights on the Duke Energy Poles are still incandescent. We have spoken to DOTE and they have stated that it would cost $6,000 to convert the Duke Energy lights to match our new LED Lights.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Funding for conversion of Duke owned streetlighting to LED has been asked for in future budget years (2020-2025). We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Mount Airy

Department Assigned: DOTE/Police

Project Summary: LED light conversion and safety cameras




Mt. Airy has two projects directly related to safety improvements that we already have estimates and the staffing to implement. This proposal has been approved by the Mt. Airy CURE (the CDC) and the Mt. Airy Community Council. 1) We request $6,300 to convert the Duke Energy Lights on Colerain to LED Lights. We received this estimate from Curtis Hines in DOTE. There are 9 poles that need to be converted, each costing around $700. This would complete an ongoing project in Mt. Airy. Last year, Mt. Airy CURE was awarded a $30,000 minor grant from NBDIP to convert the non-Duke Energy lights to LED. This was completed last year. 2) To improve the safety in Mt. Airy, we are requesting $4,000 for an additional camera transmitter to connect our security cameras to the Cincinnati Police Department. While we currently have one that is sitting on top of the Mt. Airy Water Tower, we are requesting a second one to be installed on Hammond North Complex (we have recieved permission from the owner). We need this for two reasons. 1) Since Mt. Airy's Water Tower is the highest spot in the city, it is prone to lightning strikes. With the recent weather, we found out that our last transmittor was destroyed in the lightning strike and we did not have a backup. 2) We are currently working on installing new security camera's in Hawaiian and Bahama Terrace due to the large amount of safety concerns. The camera's in Hawaiian Terrace are not able to connect to the current transmittor due to it's location. Barry Whitton from CPD has provided all of this information to us. Thank you for your consideration, we greatly appreciate this process!

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Funding for conversion of Duke owned streetlighting to LED has been asked to be placed in future budget years (2020-2025). We hope that you find this information useful and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Mount Auburn


Project Summary: Zoning study

Funding Status: Currently Funded - Hazard Abatement



Rezoning parts of Mt. Auburn Ave into retail and commercial space may open up the area for more local use. At this point in time there are no restaurants, shops, etc. for which locals can partake.

Department Comments: The Department of City Planning is currently working with the Mt. Auburn Community Council (MACC) on the Mt. Auburn Community Plan. The project manager for this project, Senior City Planner Stacey Hoffman, will forward this suggestion to the MACC. Ms. Hoffman may be contacted at [email protected]. The Department of City Planning appreciates your interest in Mt. Auburn and we also appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Community center @Dorchester and Highland




Converting the building on the corner of Dorchester and Highland into a community center with parking would be a great way to improve community support, morale, and interaction.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, a new recreation center is not in the six-year plan. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Blighted structures

Funding Status: Currently Funded - Hazard Abatement



There are a variety of homes/land that are neglected and dilapidated beyond fiscal repair on McCormick/Highland. I suggest demolition and rehabbing the space into a community garden with benches and a playground access.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Buildings and Inspections (B&I) will perform an inventory of the area in question and move demolition candidates to the Hazard Abatement Program for demolition. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Mount Lookout


Project Summary: Street calming and pedestrian safety




Place speed indicators on Herschel Avenue and reduce speed limit to 25 mph. Also need crosswalks on Herschel at Principio.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) does not have a program for placing speed indicators. The Traffic Engineering division of DOTE will investigate to determine if appropriate traffic control signage is in place.

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Neighborhood: Mount Washington


Project Summary: Traffic, street and pedestrian improvements in Neighborhood Business District




Install medians throughout the Mt. Washington Business District (Beechmont Ave near US Bank through the Library) preventing us from being a "drive thru" neighborhood. Fairfax did a good job adding medians, which included additional cross walks, making it more accessible for pedestrians and slowing things down as people sped through to hop on Route 50. People speed through Mt. Washington and people are always jaywalking. We need the medians to control traffic flow, add additional walkways for people crossing the street safely and create a more open and inviting space where people feel comfortable to walk around our central business district, in addition to making it easier for drivers to stop and patron the local businesses.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) does not have a program for adding medians. The request would require a road diet involving the street improvement program which is unfortunately not funded. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: Public Services/DOTE

Project Summary: Filling pothole Beechmont/Elstun

Funding Status: Complete



Replacing Beechmont hill at corner of Elstun drive. The pot hole filling has made road bumpier and just as dangerousness.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. In Sept/Oct 2018, the Department of Transportation and Engineering's (DOTE) Contractor completed extensive pavement repairs. These repairs inlcuded isolated areas of grinding/paving operations to address potholes and rideablity/quality issues along this stretch of Beechmont hill. No additional work is required or planned by DOTE at this time. We do appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Curb improvements




Proper curbs and sidewalks on all neighborhood streets. Eliminate the drain off ditches, like the ones wayside avenue

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) does not have a program or funding to construct new sidewalks or for street improvement projects. Streets such as Wayside Ave. are considered to be unimproved or uncurbed. It would take a street improvement project to replace the existing roadside drainage ditches. Street improvement projects typcially costs about 10 times the cost of street rehab work since the work consists of constructing new storm sewer infrastructure along with new curb, pavement, and sidewalks. DOTE rehabs streets in Mt. Washington and the other 51 communities on a three-year Street Rehab cycle. The Rehab program repairs existing infrastructure. We rehabbed 15 streets in Mt. Washington in 2018 and the Street Rehab program will return to Mt. Washington in 2021. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Street repaving, traffic camera




I would like to see the intersection of Beechmont Ave and Corbly Rd resurfaced. It took a lot of damage this past winter and has been patched but it is still like driving over a washboard. Also, could you install a traffic camera at the intersection so that you could catch the idiots who try to turn left from Beechmont to Corbly even though there is a "No Left Turn" sign there?

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The paving of the intersection of Beechmont Ave. and Corbly Rd. did not make the cut for the 2018 Mt. Washington Rehab project. The future paving of this intersection will be included with the paving of Beechmont Ave. from Corbly Rd. to Campus Ln. This section of pavement will be reassessed again for rehab when the Street Rehab program returns to Mt. Washington in 2021. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Gateway signage improvement




The entrance gateway on Beechmont is ugly and should be replaced or changed substanatially

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The gateway that you reference was designed by the neighborhood. The City's Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) was not involved and therefore is unable to change or redesign the gateway. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Street repair




REPAIR STREETS. THEY ARE A DISASTER!!!

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) completed the rehab of 15 streets in the Mt. Washington area in 2018 at an approximate cost of $1,700,000. Feel free to contact Joe Flading of the Street Rehab program at (513) 352-5284 to discuss the status of any particular street or streets in the Mt. Washington area. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Street calming




At the top of Beechmont hill, the speed limit becomes 25mph, from US Bank, all the way to Mears Ave. 95% of traffic is passing through to Anderson and they go a minimum of 35mpg. I would VERY much like to see the speed limit monitors there, within the little "downtown" part of Mt. Washington. AND, if the city needs money, put an officer out there for two or three days. Lots of tickets will be written.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, a traffic calming program funding for this particular area is not funded in the current or future budgets. We will however, take your suggestion under advisement and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Sidewalk installation




Sidewalks for the streets of Coffey, Suffolk and Sussex. Tons of residents walk these streets and the visibility for drivers is low. Someone is going to get seriously hurt or killed....

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, at this time, the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) does not have a program or funding to construct new sidewalk in this particular area. We do appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Crosswalk




We need a cross walk at the top of beechmont ave before you reach sutton and corbly. People are always running across the street.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Traffic Engineering division staff of the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) will investigate this area further to ensure appropriate traffic control signage is present and evaluate if a crosswalk is warranted. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Crosswalk




A crosswalk or stoplight is desperately needed at the corner of Roxbury St and Beechmont Avenue. I have witnessed a number of auto accidents, in addition to pedestrians hit in this area. People often cross the street at this location bearing children or pushing them in strollers. Drivers fly through this area. Adding a light or lighted crosswalk would encourage people to slow down and emphasize safety first. The closest intersection is at Corbly and Beechmont, but they are not walking down to that intersection to cross. We need something in place before more people get hurt. It would also help the business district as a whole, to prevent people from doing 50 MPH zooming by everything and forcing them to be more aware of their surroundings.

Department Comments: The Traffic Engineering division staff of the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) staff will investigate to ensure appropriate traffic control signage is present and evaluate if a crosswalk is warranted. The use of traffic signals and stop signs are not permitted to control speeds. We do however appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: DOTE and Recreation

Project Summary: Street improvement and recreation addition




Actually repair beechmont hill instead of repairing pot holes every year Add disc golf course at stanberry park Spruce up business district

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. In Sept/Oct 2018, the Department of Transportation and Engineering's (DOTE) Contractor completed extensive pavement repairs. These repairs inlcuded isolated areas of grinding/paving operations to address potholes and rideablity/quality issues along this stretch of Beechmont hill. No additional work is required or planned by DOTE at this time. We do appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Zoning study




Implement some form-based code in our main business district as well as some of the "mini" business districts (i.e. Sutton & Benneville). Improve the look of our neighborhood to attract families and young professionals.

Department Comments: This request has been fowarded to the Mt. Washington Community Council (MWCC). If the MWCC decides that they would like to implement some type of Form-Based Code, the Department of City Planning would be happy to assist the MWCC. The Department of City Planning appreciates your interest in improving your neighborhood.

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Project Summary: Filling pothole Beechmont/Elstun




Replacing Beechmont hill at corner of Elstun drive. The pot hole filling has made road bumpier and just as dangerousness.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The filling of potholes is done by the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE). DOTE also determines when a complete repaving is needed and constructed. Dangerous potholes may be reported by calling (513) 591-6000 or by using the Fix It Cincy! mobile app. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Street cleaning




Sweep the gutters of Columbia Parkway from Beechmont to Columbia Tusculum. Street gutters are full of trash and vegetation. Looks blighted. Includes Beechmont Exit ramp. Needs regular maintenance.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion to the Department of Public Services. Your suggestion is currently on our regular schedule and we are constantly striving to do a better job of coordinating our effort to reach all locations. We thank you and appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Vegetation removal




Cutting vegetation along Mt. Washington streets, especially Morrow and Corbly. The place is becoming more like a ghetto all the time.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Public Services currently determines areas of City responsibility and areas that are private property. We suggest you call (513) 591-6000 to help identify the private properties for the Private Lot Abatement Program (PLAP). The PLAP is specifically designed to address these issues. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Hillside stairs in park




Design and implement stairs in the hillside to make it easier for the children to navigate the return trip up on the sledding hill. These could be cut into the hill requiring no hardware to keep it safe. Grass would grow on the steps to keep them aesthetically pleasing to fit into the park setting. Also, would be an advantage to hikers coming up the steep hill.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The park plan however, is to keep this particular hillside open and unobstructed by steps. Step maintenance and general trail maintenance is a priority for the existing 65 mile trail system in parks. Adding addtional steps would be an issue with our limited operating budget. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: DOTE and Recreation

Project Summary: Street improvement and recreation addition




Actually repair beechmont hill instead of repairing pot holes every year Add disc golf course at stanberry park Spruce up business district

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The issue with potholes is the responsibility of the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE). Dangerous potholes may be reported by calling (513) 591-6000 or by using the Fix It Cincy! mobile app. Disc golf courses are under the purview of the Cincinnati Park Board. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: Community and Economic Development

Project Summary: Business development




Business/ economic development in the main business district but also the smaller, more neglected, sections such at Sutton & Benneville.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Mt. Washington has recently been awarded funding for a number of projects through the City’s Neighborhood Business District Improvement Program (NBDIP). In 2015, the neighborhood was awarded funds to revitalize the business district parking lot located at Corbly Street and Oxford Avenue. The goal of this project is to create a clean and safe parking area for businesses and patrons of the business district, and the first phase of the project is currently under construction. In 2018, the neighborhood was also awarded funds for the acquisition of the Mt. Washington Beer & Ice building located at 6139 Plymouth Avenue and for a placemaking study for the business district. The goal of the acquisition is to attract a new business to the business district, and the goal of the placemaking study is to showcase opportunities available in Mt. Washington to attract future businesses and investors. While development at this time is primarily taking place within the neighborhood’s established business district, it is a hope that such development will move outward into other business-oriented areas in the neighborhood, including the intersection of Sutton Avenue and Benneville Street. We thank you for your suggestion, and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Northside


Project Summary: Curb improvements and street repaving




Paving and curbs! Our streets are pathetic. My street, Apjones St, and those near it, has a sink hole, pot holes too numerous to count and crumbling curbs. This issue is neighborhood wide. The constant patching and occasional skim coating is not really cutting it here. We need an overhaul!

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Apjones Street is currently rated in "poor" condition. As such, it is tentatively scheduled for rehab with the 2020 Northside Rehab project. The work of the Street Rehab program includes both curb repairs along with paving. The preliminary list of streets for the 2020 Northside project also includes Boyd St., Bookside Ave., Chambers St., Delaney St., Donaldson Pl., Fergus St., Glen Parker Ave., Gulow St., Haight Ave., Langland St., Mad Anthony St., Pitts Ave., Saxon Ave., Virginia Ave., Weigold Ave., Westmoreland Ave., Williamson Pl., and Witler St. This list of streets still needs to be coordinated with the various utilty agencies to check for construction conflicts. The final street selection process for the 2020 Northside project will be made by the fall of 2019. We hope you find this information helpful and appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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I would like to see the roads repaved in Northside- particularly Mad Anthony, Apjones, knowlton, and Langland. This neighborhood is about 70 percent renovated/being renovated historic homes and is beautiful but the streets look awful. They are full of potholes and patched up work. Repaving the roads would make the neighborhood much more appealing and would match the wow-factor of these beautifully rennovated homes, while also making the neighborhood safer to drive.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Street Rehab program returns to Northside in 2020. The preliminary list of streets for the 2020 Northside project includes Apjones St., Boyd St., Bookside Ave., Chambers St., Delaney St., Donaldson Pl., Fergus St., Glen Parker Ave., Gulow St., Haight Ave., Langland St., Mad Anthony St., Pitts Ave., Saxon Ave., Virginia Ave., Weigold Ave., Westmoreland Ave., Williamson Pl., and Witler St. This list of streets still needs to be coordinated with the various utilty agencies to check for construction conflicts. The final street selection process for the 2020 Northside project will be made by the fall of 2019. Knowlton St. is not included on this list since it was rehabbed in 2017. We hope you find this information helpful and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Dog and Skate park




I suggest a dog park and I take the liberty of again suggesting a skate park .

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The request of a dog park should be directed to the Cincinnati Park Board. Unfortunately, a skate park is not in the six-year plan. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Playground repairs and improvments




I would love to see the playground at Jacob Hoffner Park replaced. Not only is the playground falling apart (one of the slides has been boarded up with graffiti all over it for over a year), but it would be cool to have an upgrade so that the playground might attract families in the same way the playground at Summit Park and Smale bring people in.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. This request should be directed to the Cincinnati Park Board. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Park movie night




Family movies on a projector in Hoffner Park. Like they do in Washington Park.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. This request should be directed to the Cincinnati Park Board. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Oakley


Project Summary: Construction site maintenance and upkeep




one thing i would like to see happen in oakley on markbreit ave in oakley square by the apartments is there is a big dirt pile there on the side walk and when it rains it gets worse and you can't walk past it with out sliding and slipping everywhere i have even witnessed people falling in it but its been hot out the past couple days and now its nothing but bike tracks in it and i saw a person today walking her kids with stroller and it barely made it threw cause of the bike tire tracks inside the dirt pile i walk that road every day to work and back home from work

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The dirt pile that you refer to was from a previous construction project at 2936 Markbriet Avenue. The area has been inspected by a PMCE inspector and from all accounts this issue has been resolved. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Over-the-Rhine


Project Summary: Vacant land




There is a plot of land on the SE corner of Race & 14th St. that is totally uncared for. I do not know who owns this land. It would be wonderful to see this lot get a garden make-over! This is a high-traffic area and would undoubtedly improve the look and feel of our neighborhood.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Public Services currently determines areas of City responsibility and areas that are private property. We suggest you call (513) 591-6000 to help identify the private properties for the Private Lot Abatement Program (PLAP). The PLAP is specifically designed to address these issues. This particular lot is currently maintained and gardened by the community. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Paddock Hills


Project Summary: Speeding signs/traffic calming




We have a dangerous speeding issue on Paddock Rd., both north and southbound between Reading Rd. and Tennessee Ave. Cars reach speeds of 40-50 miles per hour. Cars often blow through the red light at the corner of Paddock Rd. and Sunnyslope (on the west) and Paddock Hills Ave. (on the east) Therefore, I am submitting a request for solar speed radar signs on Paddock Rd. next to Avon Fields Golf Course. Thank you.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) does not have a program for solar radar speed signs. We appreciate your suggestion and your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Traffic calming and safety




Safety signs to ALERT drivers of: 1) Children playing. 2) Walkers 3) Please SLOW down & obey STOP signs.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Your request however, is somewhat vague and without specific location(s) cannot be properly evaluated by the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE). We do appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Additional garbage cans and benches




Garbage cans and benches for Reading Rd. - I would like to see a bench and a garbage can on the west side of Reading Rd. at the bus stop by the Paddock Hills ball field. The bus stop is across the street from Premier Estates Nursing Home; many of its employees use the bus stop in question and could benefit from having a bench and a garbage can placed there. We also could use another garbage at the next bus stop south of the Reading Rd./Sherman Ave./Victory Pkwy intersection.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The location and feasibility of benches is determined by the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE). For specific location and placement of garbage cans, please call (513) 591-6000. This will help us to better assess the situation and determine the proper response. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Sayler Park

Department Assigned: DOTE/Public Services

Project Summary: Street light improvements




Improve street lights, they are too dim, and we've had several cars stolen, and a significant amount of 2-4 am loitering in the neighborhood.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Funding for conversion of Duke owned streetlighting to LED has been asked to be placed in future budget years (2020-2025). Please call (513) 591-6000 for more information. We hope that you find this information useful and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Sedamsville

Department Assigned: DOTE/Recreation

Project Summary: Street calming, crosswalks, amd spray water park




We need speed bumps on Delhi Ave to many cars speeding down a one way street with kids playing outside plus driving down the street the wrong way. And we need more visible crosswalks on Fairbanks Ave across from the park. A no right turn on red sign on Steiner St. To many cars almost getting hit running the red lights. A spray water park for the kids would be great.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, a traffic calming program funding for this particular area is not funded in the current or future budgets. Unfortunately, a sprayground location is not within the six-year budget plan. We will, however, take your suggestion under advisement and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: South Fairmount

Department Assigned: OES and Public Services

Project Summary: Rain gardens and trash cans




Rain gardens along Blaine Rd/Waverly. Trash cans on corner of Seeger and Fairmount. Volunteer groups plant trees in vacant lots.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Rain Gardens and Tree plantings should be referred to the Stormwater Management Unit of GCWW. Tree plantics should also go to Parks. Please call (513) 591-6000 for more information. The corner trashcans may be requested by calling (513) 591-6000. The Department of Public Servives does not plant trees on private vacant property. We do appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Spring Grove Village


Project Summary: Pedestrian accessibility, street improvements, streetscape improvements, trash can installation




Spring Grove Village Gateways Project A collaboration between residents of SGV, the Village Development Corporation (I am current Vice President of the Board of Trustees and anticipate support for this effort), the businesses along Mitchell Avenue (Carlisle and Fitch, Flamingo Haven, Restaurant Depot, Taft's Brewpourium, Superior Honda etc), the City of Cincinnati Dept of Transportation, and potentially other Cincinnati orgs such as Keep Cincinnati Beautiful, Cincinnati Permaculture Institute, Artworks Cincinnati, etc. To improve the aesthetics, safety, and walkability of the entryway to SGV proper via Mitchell Ave, from Spring Grove Avenue/Kenard Kroger down to the turn at Este/W Mitchell Ave. Installation of a light at the intersection of Este/W Mitchell Ave. Installation of low maintenance perennial bee/butterfly supporting plants along curb-lawns and center dividers (no mow). Installation of native edible tress/shrubs to create a public food path between SGV and nearby grocery/bus stops. Installation of murals to promote community cohesiveness. Specifically the messaging "It Takes a Village" or in kind messaging as well as historically significant imagery. Expanding upon work completed on Spring Grove Avenue across from Frisch's. Street lamp flower baskets installation. Public Trash can needs assessment/installation.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Installation of a traffic signal must meet Federal warrants and would be further evaluated if the streetscape improvements are funded. We will take your suggestion under advisement and appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Traffic improvement through a roundabout




We desperately need a roundabout at the intersection of Este and Mitchell. The car accidents never seem to stop at this bad intersection.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. A previous request asked for a traffic signal at the Este/Mitchell intersection. Evaluation of the intersection control would occur if the streetscape improvements are funded. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: OES/DOTE/Community and Economic Development

Project Summary: Urban agriculture, traffic calming, business funding




Community Urban Agriculture Sustenance Design Vision of Environmental and Economic Sustainability. Traffic calming efforts. Coffee shop funding.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, a traffic calming program funding for this particular area is not funded in the current or future budgets. Spring Grove Village is currently undergoing two efforts that may support this need. The neighborhood is currently working to create a new neighborhood plan, SGV 2.0, as well as is working to establish a neighborhood business association. Through these efforts, an inventory of businesses will be conducted, and the neighborhood will be able to establish priorities for attracting new businesses. A neighborhood business association will also help attract and retain businesses, as it will provide a network of support and connections to necessary resources. Additionally, the City offers small business loans that could help a coffee shop entrepreneur start their business in Spring Grove Village. The Office of Environmental Sustainability (OES) has limited funding for tools and supplies to assist community gardens, but not for Design or Visioning work. We will take your suggestions under advisement and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Walnut Hills


Project Summary: Pedetsrian safety




I respectfully promote a more walk-able and safe connection between Walnut Hills and Eden Park, specifically; Paint crosswalks at the intersection of Nassau Street, Kemper Avenue and Luray Avenue; Construct a sidewalk along the eastern edge of Luray Avenue, which is part of Eden Park (so that dog walkers, joggers, and other pedestrians can have better access to this pleasant green-space and to the rest of Eden Park), Install a speed bump along Nassau Street (in front of 992 Nassau Street) so that cars speeding through the neighborhood must slow down before approaching the dangerous Kemper and Nassau intersection. Make the intersection a traditional four-way stop (non-residents have no clue it is a three-way stop as they speed into the intersection) (FYI, additional signage won't help as it is not a flat intersection), Much Obliged, Travis from Walnut Hills.

Department Comments: Traffic Engineering division staff of the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) will investigate to ensure appropriate traffic control signage is present and evaluate if a crosswalk is warranted. However, traffic signals and stop signs are not permitted to control speeds. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: West End


Project Summary: Street calming and street improvements




The Linn Street corridor between Liberty and Central Parkway is a bit chaotic, particularly during the summer (too many people congregating / loitering on the sidewalks, people slowly crossing the street creating a hazard to themselves and adversely impacting traffic, etc.). I would like to see it turned into a boulevard with a center island (grassy area). It would be terrific if the city also planted trees to create a canopy. If feasible, Linden trees could be planted and the corridor could be nicknamed "Unter den Linden", the name of a famous boulevard in Berlin, Germany. This could serve to beautify the area, improve safety, and be used to market the city to improve tourism. The German theme also ties in nicely to the neighboring "Over the Rhine" area.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. A streetscape or street improvement project for this suggestion would be required and is not funded at this time. We do appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Streetscape improvements




Grassy area/round about between Dayton and Linn to slow down traffic and allow pedestrians to walk safely


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Project Summary: Street narrowing and improvements




Linn Street street calming and barrier reduction - (north of liberty to Bank), Linn street is 7-lanes wide. It divides the community east to west. This is a sincere hazard to cross and a barrier for neighborhood connectivity. Please consider the installation of a center island running the length of Linn from Liberty to Bank Street that includes crosswalk bump-outs.


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Neighborhood: West Price Hill


Project Summary: Replace Western Hills Vaiduct




Please repair or replace the Western Hills Viaduct. It is a vital part of our mobility and provides access to this side of town. It is becoming dangerous.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Preliminary and environmental engineering for a replacement structure has been completed and a preferred alternative has been selected, i.e. a new viaduct to be constructed south of the existing viaduct. Federal grants in the amount of $27 million have already been secured for the project. An additional $66 million has been pledged equally from the City of Cincinnati and Hamilton County. The current estimated cost of the project is $335 million. Right-of-way acquision and detailed design are on-going. The City and County continue to apply for federal and state grants to fill the current funding gap. It is anticipated that the project will be built in phases to align with available grant monies. Construction could begin as early as 2022. We hope that this information is helpful, and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Funding tree purchase for beautification




I would like to receive financing to purchase trees and soil to plant fruit bearing trees in the open lots throughout West Price Hill. This would serve to provide free healthy food for our inhabitants and beautify our neighborhood. I am willing to do all the work to plant the trees. I just do not have the finances to purchase the trees or the lots.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. This request should be sent through the West Price Hill Community Council (WPHCC). They have the ability to apply for grants in conjunction with the City's Department of Economic Development (DCED). We do appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Walking/bike trail replacement




The walking/biking trail around the Dunham complex has needed repairs/replacement for over 25 years.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. We are pleased to report that this suggestion has been requested in the 2020 Capital budget and six-year plan. Additional funding grants will be applied for in 2020. We appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Neighborhood: Westwood


Project Summary: Curb installation Daytona Avenue




Daytona Ave (Westside of Glenmore Ave) does not have curbs. The road and green spaces therefore are helter-skelter and looks like appalachia. It looks deplorable and drives down the beauty of the area. Cars park up on the side of the road in grass areas. It is a small section of road; only two blocks. This is a neighborhood that has greatly changed over the years and I feel this is an ideal project that can increase the livability and beauty of the area.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Daytona Ave. from Glenmore Ave. to Lakeview Ave. was last rehabbed in 2007 and most recently surface treated in 2017. It is currently rated in "excellent" condition. The installation of curbs along this section of Daytona Ave. would require a street improvement project. Street improvement projects typcially costs about 10 times the cost of street rehab work since the work consists of constructing new storm sewer infrastructure along with new curb and pavement. There is currently no funding available in this particular area for street improvement projects. We will take your advisement under consideration and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Sidewalk installation Westwood Northern Blvd




I would love to see a sidewalk/bike path on Westwood Northern Blvd. along the street side that enters into Mount Airy Forest. This would allow and encourage safe commuting and recreation by recycling or on foot. Plus it would help with recreational access into the Mount Airy park. Westwood residents enjoy exercise and physical activity, and this would be a welcome addition to the community. Thank you.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. The Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE) does not have a program or funding to provide new sidewalks in the current budget. We do appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Street calming on Urwiler Avenue




Hi. I live on the 2800 block of Urwiler Avenue and have been here for around 20 years. It used to be a peaceful and idyllic street with very little traffic. Nowadays, this is a very busy street, as non-neighborhood cars AND TRUCKS speed on it. Please, I would like to say... We REALLY need speed bumps on our street for the 2 blocks of Urwiler between Epworth Avenue and McFarlan Drive. People (non-residents) use our street as a cut-through in both directions from Montana to Western-Northern Boulevard and vice-versa. Speeds in excess of 50 MPH occur DAILY as people rush to and fro. We have lots of pets and some little children that live here. I was putting my trash on the curb a week or so ago and saw this car lighting up speed from the next block up and by the time she passed me, the driver was up to highway speed, and I'm guessing 60 MPH!!! I waved with both arms and yelled "SLOW DOWN!" at her as she approached, but she paid me no mind. Many drivers just don't respect other people's streets any more. This is just one of many examples of dangerous speeders who abuse our street with their thoughtless and aggressive driving. As the loving and invested citizens of this beautiful neighborhood, short of standing out there at the edge of the street like a thug with a baseball bat to threaten smashing into the speeders' car as they pass by, what can we do??? We need our city's legitimate help and concern to control this dangerous situation. If we had speed bumps, speeders would learn that they'll get their teeth rattled if they use our street as a highway. if this happens to them even once, they will slow down forever and we, our pets, and our children who live here will be safer again. Thank you for your time and thoughtful attention. Kindest regards.

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately, a traffic calming program funding for this particular area is not funded in the current or future budgets. We will, however, take your suggestion under advisement and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Department Assigned: Police

Project Summary: Noise reduction from car stereos




We'd like to see a project that aims to reduce the noise emissions in the area regarding "boom cars" and loud stereos. We've noticed signs and neighborhood efforts in Northside to this effect, and it would be great to begin something like that in Westwood (at least around town hall area, with the churches and schools in that area).

Department Comments: Thank you for your suggestion. Exsiting legislation addresses loud noise/music from motor vehicles. Please contact the District Three Neighborhood Liaison Unit officer for Westwood to work to resolve this issue. The Cincinnati Police Department finds this suggestion to be very insightful and we appreciate your participation in the Neighborhood Project Suggestion process.

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Project Summary: Renaming McFarlan Street




Rename or renumber Mcfarlan Rd. or Mcfarlan Woods Drive. The U.S. Postal Service (in business for over a hundred years) can't figure out how to deliver mail to two similarly named and numbered, parallel streets. Submitted by 3490 Mcfarlan Woods Dr (not 3490 Mcfarlan Rd).

Department Comments: The name change process is done through the Committee of Names. This request has been forwarded to Senior City Planner Caroline Kellam. Ms. Kellam may be contacted at: [email protected]

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