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2014 Complete Streets ForumOctober 6, 2014
Rick Craven, Ward 1 Councillor, PRVV memberBob Meehan, Aldershot Village Business Improvement Area, PRVV memberJody Wellings, City of BurlingtonKendra Willard, Halton Region Health Department
Adapted from: Complete Streets Forum 2013 Timothy Papandreou - San Francisco Complete Streets Strategy powerpoint presentation & video
Project for Public Spaces 2013 Facebook post
Plains Road Village Vision:•A vibrant main street in the heart of Aldershot Village
To promote the vision by 1)communicating information 2)engaging the public and building the capacity of partners
Target Audiences:1.Silent majority2.Key opinion leaders
www.aldershotvillage.ca
www.halton.ca/walkable
www.aldershotbia.com
Getting ready for the future: creating a resilient place in which to live -Paul Raun
People Friendly-Kenny Hospedales
We need to be more active physically and socially -Grace Chambers
I like the idea of proper bike lanes on Plains Road-Don Thorpe
To make Aldershot walkable –Namira McBride
The beautiful gardens along Plains and architectural buildings being built –Cynthia Fournier
To slow the traffic down. More room to walk/ride -Shannon Grant
I love the idea of walking to stores and restaurants –Diane Elliot
Contributions
RoleCoordination
SkillsProgram planning Community engagement
ResourcesAccess to communications + evaluation support~$10,000logo
Benefits
Ex. to share with others re: what can Public Health do?
Able to influence complete streets policy via citizen engagement
Contributions
RoleSpokesperson to reach business community
Skills“Our man on the street”
ResourcesAccess to hundreds of merchants via events and communications~$5,000 towards bagsLogo
Benefits
“Complete streets is good for business.”
Showed what the BIA can do for it’s members. 2 BIA breakfasts Shop local campaign
*New GM needed to network with members
Contributions
RoleConsultant
SkillsBusiness, transportation, planning expertiseKnowledge of political sensitivities
Benefits
More support for projectsFunctional design study passed
Put critics into perspective
Campaign not directly related to any single development application or project In-the-loop re: campaign
Contributions
RolePolitical supportLogistical support
SkillsNetworking and connections
ResourcesCity Logo Secured funds for
Jane’s Walk ~$500 PRVV buttons ~$500
Benefits
Example of growing sense of pride in community
More positive attitudes and less resistance at public mtgsAcceptance: 1 story -> 6 stories
Process of working together created renewed momentum for easily working together on other projectsWrapping traffic boxesNew gateway signDiscussion of community portal
Contributions
RoleActive partner
SkillCommunity-based leadershipVolunteer power
ResourcesBrand and messageFlyer ~$3,000Website
Benefits
Amplified public support for the vision
RevitalizedCommittee energyCommunity profile
Resources and ideas to use againWebsitePledgesBagsButtonsGallery of Photos
Partnership is KeyBe open to unusual and unexpected alliances. Being willing to partner creates opportunity to strengthen partnerships
Time RecommendationsStart early. It takes longer than you think.Plan: 6+ monthsImplement: 1 yearCapture more qualitative dataEngage more community: youth, parents, faith, etc.
Support Required Logistical CoordinationPoliticalFinancial: ~$20,000 + in-kindTechnological: online communications & social media
Continue to build on assets created, after the campaign is evaluated.
Plan the campaign and meet in the community
People