Questions/issues to bring up at Thursday's meeting
Green issues
Want more green space/sidewalk space/cafe space right on Arsenal (consider example of Lexington Center)
Green roofs
Tree planting--set buildings back to allow tree strip
Barrier trees at end of Franklin and Birch Streets
Car/Traffic issues
Change traffic pattern in Watertown Square to avoid congestion and encourage pedestrian use and independent/local businesses. Get developers to agree to support this as part of the deal. We want Watertown Sq to be a destination for shoppers and small businesses.
Consider a shuttle bus system from residential development on Arsenal to W. Square
Timing of trucks making deliveries to the supermarket
Wider Sidewalks
Bus down Pleasant Street, Arsenal route?
Fewer car parking spaces required than residents in the development--encourage car-free living
Other issues
We would like to see use of water-permeable paving materials
Bike paths from Birch through to Arsenal
Balance of apartments for single people and those with families
Public art
Standards for Historic buildings in the Square, like attractive blinds in large windows facing the Square. Focus on ways to make W. Sq more attractive.
Respectfully submitted,
Sarah
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