11 Street S - 3 Ave S to 4 Ave S Revitalization Planning

I think a one way is a great idea. That would leave room for much needed parking, yet enough room for green space.

Maybe fix the roads we do have instead of making new projects. Our roads are worse than Calgary roads

Loading/handicapped access to Southminster's Sanctuary

Continue to have access to the Sanctuary for a cube van or moving truck. They back up to the east Sanctuary entrance from the street, backing over a cemented lane over the boulevard and lowering ramps into the Sanctuary doors to unload/load equipment. On the modified plans, this entrance is still indicated as a handicapped entrance, but the loading area over the boulevard is gone. This is the ONLY direct access into the Sanctuary for a large truck or van. It's also the only access directly to the Sanctuary for any handicapped access... so having a paved area directly to the street over the boulevard is important to users. As different areas of the building are used at many different and concurrent times, each entrance is vital and can't be substituted for another that may not be available due to other events or rentals.

Increase Green infrastructure

Increase the mix of green infrastructure & shoot for more innovation versus the standard. Lethbridge is Alberta's 4th biggest city and should showcase its uniqueness to help attract professionals like doctors, etc by showing more innovatio. The proposal of green infrastructure is good but it's basic standard proposal seen everywhere. This is an opportunity to make a green infrastructure project that brings new ideas to deal with our climate of high heat and arid areas that would works here & attracts ppl. One example are the living Green Shades or living canopies used in countries like Spain. Allowing the creation of green spaces over pavement, in arid sunny environments it increasies shade, captures rain and cools the city. They are sustainable, practical & ppl like to mak areas with living canopies a destination to hangout in and take photos for social media. Giving a tourist boost for local businesses. And there is a lot of parking space in this diagram versus green space. Ypu could put seasonal living canopies over those spaces There's more to green spaces than standard rows of trees.

Questions about 1 way option

I like the one way option for the amount of green space, plaza space for the restaurants, and parking it provides for large events at the church (such as concerts). Would there be any impact on emergency service access if this was reduced to 1 lane?

Uneasy about reduced parking

I book the hall regularly and every event I cross my fingers that there isn't anything going on downtown or at the church so my patrons can have a close and safe space to park at night. This is better than the two-way option, but I'm hesitant to embrace this. If the church and businesses believe this will improve/increase their customer experience, then I defer to their preference.

I like the one-way

Giving this a bit more thought, I think this is a great place to put a one-way street. It's not high traffic enough to cause a ton of disruption as people get used to the idea, and that might help us ease into more one ways throughout downtown. It also preserves more parking spaces while moving us in the direction of more walkability. A gentle transition will be easier on surrounding businesses.

General thoughts and feedback

I think making the street one-way is a great way to balance the green space and need for parking for local businesses/the church. However, I would want some information on how this would impact traffic or congestion on the street. I am curious if the city has any information they could provide from past implementation of one way streets. Is the boulevard space going to be maintained by the city or the businesses adjacent to the space? I would be concerned if some of the businesses/home owners would maintain the greenery in the way the city would intend. I am thinking that having the street being a one-way may cause traffic going the opposite direction to be redirected to the alleyways surrounding. Is there any evidence that my thoughts may be accurate? This would lead to additional wear and tear on the alleyways and I am unsure who maintains them and how frequently. If the re-routed traffic is being pushed to the street to the east, it may be beneficial to have 4 way lights to address the potential congestion. I would also like more clarification on what the "programmable parking space" is. I am very happy to see the safety concerns of the alleyways being addressed. Thanks for listening to our feedback!! I am excited to see what comes of this.

Great redevelopment for this street

Although I think either the one-way or the two-way would be great development for the area and invite more pedestrian and public space, I think currently the one way is a good option for this street. I think, similar to others, this is not a super busy street so a one way is plenty, and hopefully this will help in traffic calming to protect people using the outdoor spaces. As well, one ways are often safer for pedestrians crossing the street, and since this project will increase pedestrian use as well as bring more people to the area, it is important to prioritize pedestrian safety. Great project overall! Hope to see more spaces like this in the future for Lethbridge.

Remove Angle Parking, Lower Speed Limits

This street provides an interesting link between the 4th avenue bike routes through downtown and the eventual 3rd avenue route farther into the warehouse district. I think we need to consider the cycling link here, while still prioritizing foot traffic and outdoor seating for Two Guys, Tops, and Southminster Church. One option could be forgoing a dedicated bike lane in favor of a wide multiuse path, similar to that seen in pedestrianized streets. Narrowing car lanes as much as possible and a speed limit reduction to 30 km/h would make this more appealing. This is an exciting opportunity and I love the idea of a green corridor!

Please access folks with a variety of social determinants and physical challenges with any plan you choose.

The bike lane on 4th ave south is an example of the downside of good intentions without FULL consultations

I love the idea of more trees and pedestrian/bike friendly pathways!

Attending the Wide Skies Music Festival on this street a few years ago was so awesome and a great example of using the space in new ways to activate the street.

This is a wonderful idea!

What a great way to stimulate business in the area and make it safer. The more pedestrian traffic on the streets, the more eyes watching out for eachother, just makes the space safer. Sitting outside of the church under the trees while the symphony plays will be beautiful. Eating a 2 Guy's Pizza from a patio on a safe walkable street with tree cover will be awesome. The best part is: the more beautiful we make our city, the more people do not mind walking to their destination as they will enjoy the journey. I'm not worries about the changes that may happen to parking.

Move this to a different street. It is already an inadequate area for parking demands.

Parking is absolutely at a Prius in that area this compromises all patrons on activity nights or days. These include Southminster church services , Symphony which rehearses there, loads equipment through east doors, LCBS Brass Band rehearses there Sunday evenings and hauls equipment ( by trailer to the east doors weekly, fitness classes at various times, Yates events demand every available parking stall as it is. . Close off 4th avenue in front of City Hall and help expand the front entry to Southminster to create a proper lobby area since it is a HIGH TRAFFIC facility for the multiple facilities in immediate proximity and expand parking in front of the old courthouse and the city hall building.