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This update focuses on the station area neighborhoods and emphasizes connectivity, local character, economic development, and equity. We have listened to the community's feedback and are working towards creating connected and walkable places with improved bus and bike facilities. The geographic family of station areas includes Hamilton Road, Friday Center, and Woodmont.
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D-O LRT StationNeighborhoods Update Multimodal 54 April 6, 2017
Focus on Station Area Neighborhoods • Connectivity • Local Character • Econ. Development • Equity
We Listened “How can there be more development between Hamilton Road and Woodmont.” - Lauren, The Oaks “Does the station have to be named ‘Gateway’?” - Linda, White Oak Neighborhood
Connected Walkable Places “Make sure Bus Connections are easy to get to the [LRT] system.” - John, Jones Ferry Road
Connected Walkable Places “Our town needs bicycle facilities that help riders of all ages to feel safe and protected from auto traffic.” - Paul, South Chapel Hill
Bike/Ped, Bus and Rail Integration(Hamilton Road + Friday Center + Woodmont)
Next Steps • Return May / June 2017 to engage development-focused Advisory Boards and Town Council • Connect policy (e.g., affordable housing, parking) to station-area concept plans • Coordinate with NCDOT, City of Durham, UNC, GoTriangle and other Partners on connectivity planning • Recommend future zoning tools for station areas
Bike/Ped, Bus and Rail Integration(UNC Hospitals + Mason Farm Road)