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Erie Waterfront Master Plan
Erie Western-Pennsylvania Port Authority
Erie, Pennsylvania
PUBLIC MEETINGFebruary 19, 2009
Master Plan Process
Historic Changes to the Bayfront
Existing Land Conditions
Existing Land Use Analysis
Proposed Land Use
Master Plan
Master Plan Recommendations
Question / Comments
Review Master Plan in Lobby
AGENDA
PROCESSUpdate Survey / Existing Conditions of Erie BayfrontEvaluate & Document Projects in Planning StagesAnalyze Existing Conditions and Land Uses on BayfrontDevelop Conceptual Ideas for Future Land UseInterview Key Persons Throughout Process/Study Committee ReviewsPresent Ideas to the Community for Additional InputDevelop Preliminary and Final Master Plan DraftPresent Final Draft Plan to CommunitySummarize Master Plan - Executive Report with Cost Opinions & Phasing
MASTER PLANPLANNING PROCESS AND GOAL
GOALCreate a clear vision for development on the Erie Waterfront over the next 10 years that supports the Erie-Western Pennsylvania Port Authority’s Mission:“To promote industrial, commercial, and recreational opportunities for the citizens of Pennsylvania on Presque Isle Bay and adjacent waters.”
CHANGES TO THE BAYFRONT
LAWRENCE PIER
&
NIAGARA PIER
CHANGES TO THE BAYFRONT
SASSAFRAS PIER
&
CANAL BASIN
EXISTING CONDITIONS
OPPORTUNITIESAbundant Public Waterfront AccessGenerous amount of Public SpacesWell-designed TrailsIndustrial / Working Port in Remote Location w/ Space for ExpansionVariety of Public and Private Boat Launch Locations
EXISTING LAND USE & CIRCULATION ANALYSIS
CONSTRAINTSDisconnected SpacesUnderutilized AreasLimited East-West Connections on BayfrontLack of Connections from Bayfront to Downtown and NeighborhoodsBayfront Parkway lacks ‘Parkway’ FeelMinimal Housing / Commercial / Retail Options
EXISTING LAND USE & CIRCULATION ANALYSIS
PROPOSEDIncrease and Enhance Public SpacesDevelop Contiguous Public Space ConnectionsExpand Industrial/Working Port Facilities as Opportunities AriseMaintain Marina Facilities along the BayfrontCreate Mixed-use Development Areas including a Distinctive Central Bayfront DistrictConnect the Bayfront to Downtown Erie and Nearby NeighborhoodsEstablish a True Parkway along the Bayfront
LAND USE & CIRCULATION SOLUTIONS
PROPOSEDLAND USE & CIRCULATION SOLUTIONS
CENTRAL BAYFRONT DISTRICT
MASTER PLAN
CIRCULATION & LANDUSE
Public AccessRecreational SpacesSocial SpacesLocal Character
Economic DevelopmentHistorical and Cultural ResourcesEnvironmental SustainabilityAccessibility
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION
CRANBERRY STREET
STATE STREET
ERIE WATER WORKSLIBERTY
STREETHOLLAND STREET
ANTHONY WAYNE BLOCKHOUSE
CASCADE STREET
SASSAFRAS STREET
FRENCH STREET
PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALKS & BRIDGES RecommendationsPEDESTRIAN BRIDGES
Cascade StreetSassafras StreetFrench Street
ON-GRADE CROSSWALKSCranberry StreetLiberty StreetErie Water WorksState StreetHolland StreetAW Blockhouse
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION
Immediate Solutions Due to CostsTraffic Lights or Flashing Crossing LightsPedestrian Crossing SignagePavement Texture and ColorRaised CrosswalksPedestrian Amenities -Trash Containers-Benches-LandscapingWidened Pedestrian Landings at CrosswalksSidewalks and Trails Extended to Crosswalks
PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALKS
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATIONPEDESTRIAN CROSSWALKS
IN-PAVEMENT LIGHTS
– PEDESTRIAN ACTIVATED
PAVEMENT COLORS / PATTERNS OVER-HEAD SIGNS / LIGHTS WIDENED XWALK LANDING/FURNISHINGS
Immediate Solutions Due to CostsTraffic Lights or Flashing Crossing LightsPedestrian Crossing SignagePavement Texture and ColorRaised CrosswalksPedestrian Amenities -Trash Containers-Benches-LandscapingWidened Pedestrian Landings at CrosswalksSidewalks and Trails Extended to Crosswalks
LIBERTY PIER DRIVE
ON-GRADE CROSSWALKS
PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK
LANDINGS
EXISTING TRAIL
PROPOSED TRAIL CONNECTIONS
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATIONPEDESTRIAN CROSSWALKS
BAYFRONT PARKWAY
LIBERTY PIER
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATIONPEDESTRIAN CROSSWALKS
Cranberry Street at Bayfront ParkwayCrosswalk with Pedestrian Island
PEDESTRIAN ISLAND
Develop as Major Pedestrian Connection to BayfrontExpanded Pedestrian Landings at CornerDecorative Pavement Improvements in IntersectionDecorative LightingPedestrian Scale & AmenitiesLandscape Plantings
State Street at Bayfront Parkway
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATIONPEDESTRIAN CROSSWALKS
More Direct and Safer Connections Across ParkwayOpportunity to Negotiate Elevation of Bluff and BayfrontAvoid Blocking Views of BayfrontDesigns should be Complimentary to Bayfront CharacterAll must be Accessible
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATIONPEDESTRIAN BRIDGES
UNDERSTATED ICONIC STATEMENT
Connect Downtown, Neighborhoods, and BayfrontConnect Existing Trail SystemsConnect Trails and Sidewalks to Proposed CrosswalksConnect Trails to Attractions & Public Spaces along Bayfront
6TH
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATIONTRAIL AND SIDEWALK CONNECTIONS
CASCADE WETLAND TRAIL
WATER WORKS
CRANBERRY TO PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE AND PROMENADE TRAIL
6TH STREET STAIR `
PROMANADE TRAIL TO WATER WORKS
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6TH STREET TRAIL`
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CONVENTION CENTER
BAY HARBOR TO CHESTNUT
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATIONTRAIL AND SIDEWALK CONNECTION
Recommendations
Stairs and Trail 6th StreetCranberry to Poplar Street Promenade TrailConnection to Cascade Bridge-Liberty CrosswalkPedestrian Bridge to Promenade TrailCascade Creek Wetlands TrailPromenade Trail to Water WorksBay Harbor Area to Chestnut Street Boat LaunchWater Works to Convention Center
BAYFRONT TRAIL TO HOLLAND VIA STATE ST. RR UNDERPASS
DOBBINS LANDING ORE DOCK ROAD CONNECTOR TRAIL
AW BLOCKHOUSE TRAIL AND TRAILHEAD
LAMPE WATER EDGE TRAIL & OVERLOOKS
LAND LIGHTHOUSE TRAIL CONNECTION
LAMPE MARINAH
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PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATIONTRAIL AND SIDEWALK CONNECTION
Recommendations
LAND LIGHTHOUSE
Bayfront Trail to Holland Street via RR UnderpassTrailhead & Access to Anthony Wayne BlockhouseWater Edge Trail & Overlooks at Lampe MarinaBayfront Trail Extension to Land LighthouseOre Dock Road to Port Access Road
Bayfront Parkway EnhancementsState Street EnhancementsBayfront Roadway & Trail Extension near Chestnut St. Boat LaunchLiberty Street Extension to Parkway StudyImplement Intermodal Transportation ConceptsExpanded Use of Parking Garages on Bayfront
VEHICULAR CIRCULATIONROADWAY ENHANCEMENT, PARKING & TRANSPORATION
Recommendations
VEHICULAR CIRCULATIONBAYFRONT PARKWAY ENHANCEMENTS
Landscape Median on Bayfront ParkwayTraffic CalmingVisual EnhancementFunction more as a Parkway6th Street to Port Access Road
SOFTEN WALLS
REDUCE VISUAL WIDTH
VEHICULAR CIRCULATION
LIBERTY PIER DRIVE
EXISTING TRAIL
LANDSCAPE MEDIAN
BAYFRONT PARKWAY
BAYFRONT PARKWAY
BAYFRONT PARKWAY ENHANCEMENTS
TURN LANE
Landscape Median on Bayfront Parkway
VEHICULAR CIRCULATIONSTATE STREET ENHANCEMENTS
ENHANCE DRIVE LOOP
LANDSCAPE BOULEVARD DEVELOPMENT
ANGLED & INCREASED PARKING
ENHANCED PEDESTRIAN BOARDWALKS
Extends East-West Roadway ConnectionExpands Public Access along Water Edge
Pedestrian-Scale LightingPedestrian Amenities - Trash Receptacles, BenchesLandscape Plantings
Added Bayfront Housing Option with Houseboat Docks
VEHICULAR CIRCULATIONBAYFRONT ROADWAY & TRAIL EXTENSION
VEHICULAR CIRCULATIONBAYFRONT ROADWAY EXTENSION
Real-time Messaging Information KiosksBayfront Mobility Initiative
Develop Transit Parking AnchorsW. 12th Street Park n RideGraduated Parking Fees
Maintain & Expand Free Trolley ServiceReduce Traffic on Bayfront Parkway
BAYFRONT PARKWAY
12TH STREET
WEST 12th STREET PARK ‘N’ RIDE
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VEHICULAR CIRCULATIONBAYFRONT PARKING & INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION
Reduce Traffic on Bayfront Parkway
P P
P P
Potential LocationsFormer GAF SiteConvention CenterEast of State Street
VEHICULAR CIRCULATIONBAYFRONT PARKING GARAGES
Locate away from Water’s EdgeIntegrate with Other Structures - Housing – Retail – Commercial
Architectural Detailing and Plantings to Soften
East Avenue Boat Launch ImprovementsLand Lighthouse ConnectionEnvironmental SustainabilityHistorical/Cultural Resource Enhancement
LAND USE IMPROVEMENTRecommendations
Central Bayfront District ImprovementsLarge Boat Pier DevelopmentLiberty Park ExpansionWorking Port ExpansionLampe Marina Expansion
Integrated Mixed-use DevelopmentResidentialRetail - CommercialEntertainment and Civic VenuesSocial Spaces / Pedestrian Connections /Access
Continuous Public Waterfront AccessState Street as a Central SpineStrong Connections to DowntownPlan District as a Unified WholeMaritime Character
Spaces, Structures, Site Furnishing
Adaptive Reuse of Older StructuresCollaborative Planning & Partnerships
City & County GovernmentPort AuthorityCommunityLocal Business CommunityDevelopersBayfront Property Owners
LAND USE IMPROVEMENTSCENTRAL BAYFRONT DISTRICT
McAllister Place DevelopmentMixed Uses
Residential Commercial Retail Parking
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Retail StoresExterior & Interior Storefront Access
Generous Public Space & PedestrianWaterfront Access
LAND USE IMPROVEMENTSCENTRAL BAYFRONT DISTRICT
McALLISTERPLACE
Plans by RB Architects w/ Dalhkemper Landscape Architects
Transient Dock ExpansionNear Hotel and Convention CenterPublic Day Use
Adaptive Re-Use OpportunitiesFormer GAF Plant Buildings/StructuresOpportunity for Building ReuseHistoric Preservation Opportunities
BALTIMORE HARBOR RE-USE
LAND USE IMPROVEMENTSCENTRAL BAYFRONT DISTRICT
Character of the Central Bayfront DistrictGood StartCoordinate Development
LAND USE IMPROVEMENTSCENTRAL BAYFRONT DISTRICT
Deep Water AreaProvide Docks for Large Pleasure BoatsFacility that is Lacking on the Bayfront
LAND USE IMPROVEMENTSLARGE BOAT EXPANSION PIER
Expand Park AreaResolve Ownership IssuesExpand Trails in ParkProposed Concession StandWinter Boat Storage in Parking AreasEnvironmentally Sensitive Lighting
Replace or Modify existingSeparate into Lighting ZonesProvide Light Cut-offs
Decrease Impervious PavementIntegrate Bio-Retention Paved Areas
LAND USE IMPROVEMENTSLIBERTY PARK EXPANSION
Expand Deepwater Shipping PierDevelop Container Storage AreaAdditional Room for Expansion
WORKING PORT EXPANSIONLAND USE IMPROVEMENTS
Expand Park and CampgroundsFill CDF for Additional LandDevelop AmphitheaterExpand Public Waterfront AccessNew Viewing Tower and Decks
LAND USE IMPROVEMENTSLAMPE MARINA EXPANSION
EAST AVENUE BOAT LAUNCHNew Concession / Restroom Facility
CONCESSION FACILITY
LAMPE MARINA EXPANSION
EAST AVE BOAT LAUNCH
Extend Bayfront Trail toLand LighthouseLand Lighthouse becomesBayfront TerminusPort Authority attainOwnership & Responsiblefor MaintenanceImplement LandLighthouse Master Plan
LAND LIGHTHOUSE
TRAIL EXTENSION
LAND USE IMPROVEMENTSLAND LIGHTHOUSE
Implement Sustainable Practices in all New DevelopmentBio-swales in Pavement AreasPermeable Pavement MaterialsSun Shading on BuildingsGreen Roofs on BuildingsAdaptive Re-Use of Existing StructuresMaterial Re-Use
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ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITYLAND USE IMPROVEMENTS
PreserveConnectInterpretCelebrate
LAND USE IMPROVEMENTSHISTORICAL & CULTURAL RESOURCES
HISTORIC & CULTURAL RESOURCESLAND USE IMPROVEMENTS
Develop Access to Historic & Cultural SitesPreserve Visual & Conceptual Connections to Local History and CulturePreserve & Create Social Spaces in Conjunction with Sites for GatheringInterconnect Sites with Wayfinding Techniques – Signage – MarkingsEstablish Consistency in all Signage for RecognitionInstall Interpretive Signage & Art to Inform the PublicProvide Adequate Maintenance
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