University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, Arkansas 2013 Establishing University Village
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Key Take-Away: University Avenue is the KEY project Transportation must: • Serve broader community goals • Meet state, city and local transportation needs • Connect neighborhoods and businesses to the University • Set the stage for mixed use development • Restore the village fabric to bring vitality, prosperity, mobility, access, and learning opportunities to this area. 2
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Key Take-Away: GOAL: Set the course for healthy growth, economic opportunity, and a connected community. HOW: Fix the streets to catalyze growth of UALR and the University Village. This will require: • A bold, shared vision, endorsed by all involved • Collaborative execution through interagency working groups • A public-private partnership that ensures certainty and predictability for investors 3
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock I. Existing Conditions on University Avenue 5
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock I. Existing Conditions on University Avenue 6
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock I. Existing Conditions on University Avenue 8
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock II. Conceptual Design Workshop Workshop Participants 10
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Workshop Participants 11
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Walking Audit 13
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Recognizing Opportunities 14
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Recognizing Opportunities 17
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock III. The Vision: University Village III. ¡The ¡Vision: ¡University ¡Village ¡ ¡ “The University District is a thriving cultural and entertainment destination, regarded throughout the city as a neighborhood of choice – a walkable, in-town district with excellent schools and services, vibrant commercial areas, rich cultural resources, and connections to open space and transit. A mix of single-family and higher-density housing attracts a diverse community, including many UALR faculty and sta ff who choose to live as well as work in the district.” -2004 Vision Statement to be Realized in 2014 18
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock The Vision: Vibrant University Community 20
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock IV. How: Establishing University Village Example 1. Aging Grey fi eld Transformation Example 2. Chico, CA Photo Vision Example 3. University Avenue Conceptual Design Treatments a. Improving Connectivity b. Safer Intersection Treatments c. Corridor Treatments for Improved Performance 21
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Falling out of Favor: Linear Strip Format 22
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Town Centers are Walkable $5-15/ sq ft $25-50/ sq ft 23
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example 1. Aging Grey fi eld Transformation Transforming a shopping center on a suburban corridor 24
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example 1. 25 Mixed use/residential in fi ll on under-used parking lot
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example 1. 26 Redevelopment of existing buildings
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example 1. Amenities for walkability and interaction
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example 2. Chico, CA Transforming Nord Avenue 29
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example 2. Chico, CA Adding in Parking, Lighting, Colorized Treatments and Vegetation 30
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example 2. Chico, CA On-Street Parking creates a bu ff er 31
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example 2. Chico, CA Trees create a vertical wall to de fi ne the edge 32
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example 2. Chico, CA Public investment primes private development to watch over the street 34
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock The Vision: Vibrant University Community 35
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock The Vision: Vibrant University Community 36
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example 3. University Avenue, UALR a. Improving Connectivity b. Safer Intersection Treatments c. Corridor Treatments for Improved Performance 37
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock a. Improved Connectivity 38
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock a. Improved Connectivity 42
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock a. Improved Connectivity 44
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock a. Improved Connectivity 45
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock a. Improved Connectivity 46
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Roundabout vs. Conventional Intersections A comparison of conflict points between vehicles and pedestrians Roundabouts 48
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock • Conditions are easier for older and novice Studies show that roundabouts provide: Environmental bene fi ts: drivers • 90% reduction in fatal crashes • A reduction in pollution and fuel use • Businesses have more exposure • 75% reduction in injury crashes • There is less noise due to fewer stops and • There is a reduction in the severity of starts • 30-40% reduction in pedestrian crashes accidents if they do occur • 10% reduction in bicycle crashes Aesthetics: • All modes are safer and integrate better • Roundabouts improve the visual quality • A gateway is formed which establishes Increased capacity & reduced delay: and character through landscaping, place and provides tra ffi c calming • 30-50% increase in tra ffi c capacity sculptures and other gateway features bene fi ts that celebrate place Lower maintenance costs: • No signal equipment to install, repair and Vehicle speeds (under 25mph): rebuild, which has a saving of $13,000 to • Drivers have more time to judge and react $20,000 per year for every signalized to other vehicles and pedestrians intersection 49
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock University Avenue - Intersections 50
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Out In 3 2 n d S t r e e t S l i g h t l y off-center to the east University Avenue at 32 nd Street 51
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example Roundabout, Davidson, NC 52
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock University Ave at 28th Street and Broadmoor Dr. University Avenue at 28 th Street 53
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example Roundabout: Hendrix College, Conway, AR 55
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Closed University Ave at UALR Drive University Avenue at UALR Campus Drive 56
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example Roundabout at a school in Dallas, TX 57
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Highway 5 at University Ave Possible roundabout with all approach roads 4 lane divided, flaring to six lanes at the roundabout University Avenue at Highway 5/Asher Avenue 58
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Multi-Lane Roundabout in Venice, FL 59
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Design Option #1: Reduce Travel Lanes, Green the Street, and Bu ff er Bicyclists & Pedestrians 60
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Design Option #2: Complete the Street 61
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Example 3. University Avenue, UALR Design Option #3: A Prosperous University Village 62
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock V. Design Treatments & Tools to Consider a. Crossings b. Sidewalks c. Liner Buildings 63
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Crossings 64
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Crossings 66
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Crossings 67
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Sidewalks 69
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Sidewalks 70
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Liner Buildings 72
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Liner Buildings 73
University Village University of Arkansas at Little Rock Liner Buildings 74
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