STRANGERS GATEMAKING I T SAFER & MORE BEAUT IFUL
CB7 September, 2018
2018 Update
THE ASK
üCB7 to request DOT to remove parking on the east side of CPW that blocks the viewshed to people entering or existing Central Park through Strangers Gate.
Recap
SIX ENTRANCES TO CENTRAL PARK FEATURE PEDESTRIAN PLAZAS
Strangers’ Gate
Frederick Douglas Circle
Frawley Circle
Doris Freedman Plaza
Artists’ Gate
Columbus Circle
Recap
STRANGERS’ GATE IS PERHAPS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL
“… to extend a courteous welcome to all peaceably disposed ‘Strangers’ or ‘Foreigners’ who may be led by inclination or business to spend their time within its boundaries….”
1866 Annual Report of the Board of Commissioners of the Central Park, Andrew H. Green & Colleagues.
Recap
THERE’S JUST ONE PROBLEM…Reca
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STRANGERS’ GATE IS THE ONLY PLAZA ENTRANCE WHOSE VIEWSHED IS
BLOCKED BY A LINE OF PARKED CARS
Strangers’ Gate
Frederick Douglas Circle
Frawley Circle
Doris Freedman Plaza
Artists’ Gate
Columbus Circle
Recap
I F T H E Y D I D , E X P E N S I V E B O L L A R D S W O U L D N O T H A V E B E E N I N S T A L L E D
CLEARLY, THE DESIGNERS DID NOT ANTICIPATE THE PARKING.
Recap
THE CARS ALSO CREATE A HAZARDRecap
Only Ace Ventura Pet Detective could see that cyclist!
A GREAT SOLUTION
üEliminate the 3 to 4 parking spots
üWith this simple decision, tens of thousands of people can enjoy this magnificent viewshed
ü Bonus: Improve safety for walkers and bicyclists by daylighting the entire crossing space
THANK [email protected]
“…To extend a courteous welcome to all peaceably disposed ‘Strangers’ or ‘Foreigners...’
“To spend their time within its boundaries; this welcome being offered, however, not merely a matter or courtesy but as a recognition of that fact that it is highly important.”