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The information generated from the Kick-off Workshop helped to identify topics that people were thinking about and allowed the committee to focus on specific issues and areas . These issues and areas were explored further in a set of scenario planning and visioning workshops held over a four day period . During the workshops , the participants discussed the following :
1 . Downtown revitalization and ways to reinforce Downtown ’ s sense of place through wayfinding signage ;
2 . Identifing the tradeoffs associated with alternative development scenarios for eight special study areas ;
3 . Reviewing transportation opportunities along with bike and sidewalk connections to the Village ’ s natural resources .
Public engagement during the four-day
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Downtown Wayfinding
The purpose of the Downtown Wayfinding workshop was to gain an understanding of the revitalization progress to date , understand the current economics of downtown , develop a consensus on the boundaries of downtown , and provide input on Downtown wayfinding signage . The main words that were used to describe the desirable character of signage were : traditional , legible , and have Glenview
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character . Between the two options of Traditional vs . Contemporary signs , participants indicated that they prefer a Traditional style for Directional- Pedestrian , Directional Auto-Oriented , and Gateways signs .
Land Use Scenario Planning
The purpose of the Land Use Scenario workshop was to get an overview of the market , understand development pressures , identify development parameters , and determine potential land use alternatives in appropriate areas . Development pressures were evident by an increase of inquiries to allow senior housing on retail or industrial sites ; medical offices and services migrating to retail areas , retail inquiries on industrial sites , and non-traditional uses in industrial
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areas . Potential objectives that were generated included the review of modifications to zoning requirements or districts , and consideration of redevelopment parameters to adequately buffer neighborhoods .
Circulation and Open Space
The purpose of the Circulation and Open Space workshop was to generate ideas on how to improve mobility and connectivity especially to open space . Lake and Waukegan was identified as the primary intersection needing both roadway and pedestrian improvements . This intersection was consistently listed as an area of concern throughout the public input process .
According to the participants , the main bike route needing improvement is the route along Glenview Road from Shermer Road to the North Branch Trail . In general , comments related to open space were very positive however it was noted that connectivity to the river and Forest Preserve open space could be improved .
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Ideas for Downtown Wayfinding locations
Land Use Scenario Planning
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