New STS Facility Rezoning Petition 2009-39 December 15, 2009 910 N. Alexander St. Belmont Area Revitalization Plan – New Community Facility to Replace Alexander Center – Park & Recreation Expansion behind Center – STS Proposal accommodates Park & Greenway Expansion – Planning Staff Recommend approval of the Rezoning Mecklenburg Park & Rec. MOU Planning Concepts City’s Sustainable Facilities Policy • Conserves Land – 3.65 Acres vs. 15 Acres at a Suburban location • Shares Existing Infrastructure – Fuel Farm – Fleet Wash – Parking • Water Conservation – Reduce Indoor water usage 20% below State Code – Reduce Outdoor water usage 50% below State Code • Energy – Reduce energy consumption 30% below ASHRAE • Maximize Transportation Alternatives – Directly served by high frequency Bus Routes Alexander Center CATS Art in Transit Program Midtown – Cherry Rosa Parks Place Community Transit Center Art-in-Transit Program 1% of budget Enhance customer’s experience Artists utilize a wide variety of media Mallard Creek Park & Ride Art‐in‐Transit Redesigned STS Facility – – – – Office faces Park Building screens Maintenance Facility & Deck Preserves mature Oak Completely conceals STS Maintenance Questions? Redesigned STS Facility