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R9 N Resiliency AcceleratorSOUTHEAST FLORIDA RESILIENCE ACCELERATOR Considering the need to adapt to sea level rise stressors and invest in infrastructure (using best available data and public engagement), we propose integrated planning and improved above and below ground streetscape to reduce instances of flooding and improve quality of life. West Avenue Statement of Purpose West Avenue Pre-phase 1 Conditions •March 22, 2017 – Design/Build Contract Awarded to Ric-Man Construction •November 2017 – Public Meeting held introducing project •December 2017 – Project under review by City Commission •April 2018 – Urban Land Institute conducted citywide study •May 31, 2018 – West Avenue selected to participate in Resilience Accelerator •June 2018 – 100RC and Columbia University meet with staff & stakeholders •August 6, 7, & 8 – Resilience Accelerator Workshop •September 4 – Community Meeting with WAVNA •September 21 – Community Meeting with NOFNA •September 26 – Sustainability & Resiliency Committee •October 16 – Present Recommendations at City Commission Meeting •November 14 – Change Order to be considered for Commission Approval •December – Contractor will be given NTP for the new change order •Jan/Feb 2019 – Individual property meetings will begin •Late Spring 2019 – Construction to commence •Timeline of Construction/Phasing will be determined after November 14 West Avenue Project Timeline West Avenue Accelerator Observations 1.Aging Infrastructure 2.Road Raising / Harmonization / Drainage on Private Property 3.Road Width (turning lanes) 4.Bicycle Facilities 5.Walkability (Sidewalks, Tree Canopy, Landscaping) 6.Construction Phasing West Avenue Community Feedback West Avenue Improved Engagement Design Process 1.2015 Transportation Master Plan – Prioritization of Pedestrians & Bicycles 2.Emergency Response Needs 3.Parking Requirements – Prioritize residential segments 4.Moving from a 5-Year to a 10-Year Storm Event 5.Maximize areas for greenspace and tree canopy 6.Sea Level Rise Projections and Implications to Groundwater 7.Project’s Design Life 8.Fiscal Responsibility 9.Environmental Regulatory Requirements – groundwater, water treatment, water retention 10.Construction Phasing 11.Encroachments West Avenue Design Considerations West Avenue Design Criteria October 2018 – 2.2 ft West Avenue Road 2.2 ft West Avenue Sharing Decision Making Tools | Project Scoping •Delivering intent of Approved Transportation Plan (prioritizing pedestrians and bike lanes – 40’ of 70’ ROW) and City Street Design Guidelines •Optimizing use of roadspace for community desires: ○ Parking ○Use of green infrastructure (e.g. bioswales, trees and permeable pavers) ○Aesthetics, street furniture, ○Ensures fire safety West Avenue Improve Current (2020 - 2050) | Typical Street Section 8th to 14th St West Avenue West Avenue Improve Current (2020 - 2050) | Creation of Streetend Parks •Improved connectivity to very limite public waterfront area •Opportunities for place-making •Expanded pedestrian walkway and greenspace 1.Mobility 1.Two travel lanes with center turn lane 2.Two Typical Sections: North of 14th Street 1.Protected Bike Lanes 2.Parking to Remain South of 14th Street 1.Reduced Parking 2.Protected Bike Lanes 3.Wider Sidewalks 4.Green Infrastructure 2.Streetends : Enhanced Design – remove parking, add tree canopy 3.Green Infrastructure & Protection of Specimen Trees 4.Update the design criteria for storm protection: move from 5 year to 10 year storm event 5.Converting the Sanitary Sewer upgrades from the rear to the front 6.Permanent Generators 7.Resurfacing Alton Court alleyway 8.Restriping 6th Street to 8th Street West Avenue Change Order Recommendations We will communicate to educate and listen We will integrate all city projects with the private realm We will continue to adapt to sea level rise - we are in this together in the evolution of our community to improve quality of life West Avenue To conclude We will integrate internally on city projects Elizabeth Wheaton Environment & Sustainability City of Miami Beach ewheaton@miamibeachfl.gov THANK YOU!