Irving solicits citizen input on boulevard design project

by PegNews wire

The City of Irving has grand designs for that section of Irving Boulevard between Hwy. 183 and Loop 12.

So grand, in fact, that in order to elaborate upon them they've published this 8+ megabyte .pdf file of the study commissioned to lay out their proposals, created with a mind toward fostering new retail and commercial development through visual enhancement of the area.

Residents of Irving (and business owners) are being invited to attend a presentation and discussion surrounding the proposed enhancements on June 12 at City Hall; there will be a reception at 5:30, followed by the presentation at 6 p.m.

Following the presentation, attendees will be able to share their thoughts, concerns and ideas regarding the project.

Says Paul Gooch, managing director of community services: "“This is a great opportunity to reflect on the boulevard’s history and purpose, while creating a new vision for the future that will bring to life this important gateway. Through this study, and with the community’s input, a road-map will be developed to help transform this area into a more vibrant and inviting destination.”

The study centers on visual characteristics - such as landscaping, lighting and gateway entries - in addition to traffic patterns, drainage systems and retail, commercial and residential developments

posted by JM