The workshop provided information and received feedback on the Space 134 Freeway Cap project. Approximately 96 people attended. Participants provided feedback through an interactive workshop and survey. Key results were that 76% supported the project and the top requested amenities were walking trails, a farmers market, and a children's play area. The feedback will help inform the next phase of the project.
2. 1
INTRODUCTION
This is a summary of Space 134 Workshop #2, which was held on Saturday, September 26th,
2015. The event took place from 10AM to 12:30PM at R.D. White Elementary School. The
purpose of the event was to provide information and receive feedback on the Space 134
Freeway Cap project. Admittance and food were free and the event was open to the public.
A mural truck, graffiti removal truck, and pop-up park made the event fun for people of all
ages. In total, approximately 96 people attended.
During the event, participants signed in and received handouts describing the project and
the event agenda. Alan Loomis, Deputy Director for Urban Design & Mobility, presented a
brief overview and update of project status. After the presentation, participants provided
feedback about the project’s conceptual design, mobility alternatives, funding, and operation
through an interactive workshop and survey. The results are included on the following pages.
The feedback from this event will ultimately be used to inform the next phase of the Space
134 Freeway Cap project.
Key Takeway: 76% of participants are in support of the project.
For more information, go to www.space134.net
(IMAGES BY: CITY OF GLENDALE)
PLACEHOLDER
3. 2
THE WORKSHOP SESSIONS
• Design all spaces considering ADA accessibility (ramps, special needs areas, soft ground
materials)
• Encourage community ownership and pride
• Create monumental spaces / landmarks (“The Bean”)
• Have an amphitheater for larger events (fireworks shows)
• Allow for outdoor movies (Hollywood Forever)
• Design spaces that are responsive to the edges (quieter near the residential)
• Some people want parking, some do not
• Concern about uses that bring lots of people; consider an arts auditorium center instead
of a convention center
• Consider all demographics (skate parks, climbing wall/extreme sports, reading area/quiet
place, tourist center)
• Use reclaimed water and solar panels, limit the design of “green” spaces to be sensitive
to the California drought
• Include some water features
• Minimize construction time and encourage phasing
• Minimize noise during construction process
• No loss of existing housing
• Safety: have police substation near the sports fields, safe walking trails, safe crossings
• Fire suppression in the tunnel below
• General support for rapid transit and mobility hub
• BRT/LRT on Glenoaks, some support and some oppose
• Some prefer station closer to Glendale Ave to support local residents
• Concern if the Glendale Ave exit will disappear
• Consider connections to the Verdugo Wash, regional retail destinations, Burbank Airport,
other rail lines, and east-west destinations
• Consider including a street car
• Encourage active transportation
• Ensure safety for all users of the road
• Concern that other City resources will be impacted if outside sources become unavailable
• Concern about increased taxes and assessments
• Concern if the City is considering a bond measure for funding
• Consider having a large retailer in Space 134 to help with costs
GENERAL CONCEPTUAL DESIGN COMMENTS
GENERAL MOBILITY COMMENTS
GENERAL FUNDING AND OPERATION COMMENTS
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WalkingTrails
Votes
“I Love It!”
Most-liked
Most-disliked
“Maybe” “I Dislike It”
FarmersMarket
Children’sPlayArea
Concert/CommunityEventSpace
TransportationAmenities
SportsField
Restaurants(orCafes)
BikeStation
CommunityGarden
FoodTrucks
FitnessEquipment
ConventionSpace
CoffeeKiosk
DogPark
Sculptures
NaturePark
WHAT IS YOUR OPINION OF THESE AMENITIES AND PARK ELEMENTS?
DESIGN SESSION & SURVEY RESPONSES
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WalkingTrails
Votes
“I Love It!” “I Dislike It”
FarmersMarket
Children’sPlayArea
Concert/CommunityEventSpace
TransportationAmenities
SportsField
Restaurants(orCafes)
BikeStation
CommunityGarden
FoodTrucks
FitnessEquipment
ConventionSpace
CoffeeKiosk
DogPark
Sculptures
NaturePark
ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMMING YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE INCORPORATED?
(RESPONDENTS COULD CHOOSE MORE THAN ONE ANSWER)
*See the Appendix for “Other” responses
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“I Love It!” “Maybe” “I Dislike It”
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BUS 04
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BIKESTATION
w/ bike parking,
repair, rentals
INFORMATIONAL
KIOSK
w/ trip-planning
services
BIKE SHARE
STATION
WI-FI SERVICE
TRANSIT CARD
SALES OUTLET
ADA
ACCESSIBLE
RESTROOMS
REAL-TIME ARRIVAL
INFORMATION
ELECTRIC
VEHICLE
w/ charging
station
TAXI / E-HAIL
STANDS
(Uber/Lyft)
CAFE
CARPOOLS /
VANPOOLS
MARKET OTHER
(no comment
as to what that
other service
would be)
CARSHARING
SHORT-TERM
SCOOTER RENTAL
PICK-UP /
DROP-OFF ZONES
(“kiss-and-ride”)
?
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WHAT SERVICES WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE AT A SPACE 134 TRANSIT HUB?
TRANSIT SESSION & SURVEY RESPONSES
Top 4 Services
7. 6
HOW WOULD YOU MOST OFTEN GET TO AND FROM SPACE 134?
(RESPONDENTS COULD CHOOSE MORE THAN ONE ANSWER)
Bicycling Other*TransitDriving
Walking or
Running
25% 3%5%49%18%
WHAT TYPES OF PUBLIC FUNDS WOULD YOU BE WILLING TO SEE USED FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF SPACE 134?
(RESPONDENTS COULD CHOOSE MORE THAN ONE ANSWER)
*See the Appendix for written responses
City of GlendaleState of California Future tax
“increment” from
new development &
increased property
values, not involving
new taxes or
assessments
22 VOTES31 VOTES 28 VOTES 17 VOTES
Federal
Government
$
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WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE A NEW TRANSPORTATION STATION AT SPACE 134?
(RESPONDENTS COULD CHOOSE MORE THAN ONE ANSWER)
83%
YES
Light Rail
19 VOTES
Bus Rapid
Transit
14 VOTES
BRT
Metro Rapid
Buses
18 VOTES
Not interested
In additional
transit
service
7 VOTES
4
VO
TES
Not sure
/
No
opinion
11%
NO
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WOULD YOU BE WILLING TO HELP MAKE THE PARK A REALITY?
(RESPONDENTS COULD CHOOSE MORE THAN ONE ANSWER)
Yes, I would like to volunteer my time
Yes, I would like to make a personal
philanthropic contribution
Yes, I agree to reasonable taxpayer assessments
Yes, I would like to reach out to corporate and
philanthropic organizations to give their support
Not interested in offering my help
Other*
32%
21%
21%
13%
10%
3%
DO YOU LIKE THE PROPOSED SPACE 134 PROJECT?
76%
YES
17%
7%
No Response
6%*See the Appendix for written responses
UNSURE*
*NO
11. 10
MAP OF WHERE ATTENDEES LIVE
Based on intersection locations provided on the survey
Respondent Residence
(Six respondents outside of map view)
Space 134
R.D. White Elementary (Workshop Location)
12. ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PROPOSED
• Large amphitheater for national / local holiday events (fireworks, concerts, etc.)
• Glendale visitor / orientation / history center
• Sculpture to represent Glendale, “like the “Bean” in Millennium Park in Chicago”
• Another public pool
• Zen garden
• Nighttime events
• Movie screening
• Monumental focus
• Parking
• Water dispenser
ADDITIONAL WAYS TO GET TO AND FROM SPACE 134
• Uber / Lyft
• Beeline
ADDITIONAL PEOPLE THE PARK SHOULD BE DESIGNED TO ACCOMODATE
• Disabled
• Access, Dial-A-Ride (elderly)
• [People] hanging out
OTHER RESPONSES TO THE QUESTION “WOULD YOU BE WILLING TO HELP
MAKE THE PARK A REALITY?”
• Respondent answered that their age limits their ability to assist
RESPONSES TO WHY PEOPLE DO NOT SUPPORT SPACE 134
• Traffic
• Associated costs / funding
• Homeless
REASONS WHY PEOPLE ARE UNSURE IF THEY SUPPORT SPACE 134
• Parking
• Smoking
• Policing
• Homeless
• Park hours
• Trash pickup
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APPENDIX A - OTHER SURVEY RESPONSES