52 University Heights Master Plan This page intentionally left blank. DRAFT July 13, 2016 53 SECTION 3 COMMUNITY VISION Introduction What’s In This Section? The Community Vision describes the desired future state of University Heights to be achieved by this Master Plan. It looks five to ten years into the future to complete the statement “Over the next ten years, University Heights will...?” Visions are lofty and broad, but founded in the community’s strengths, weaknesses, and reputation. The section includes Vision Statements for the following six comprehensive topic areas: ■■ Land Use ■■ Transportation ■■ Commercial and Economic The Community Vision statements were developed through an inclusive public involvement process that drew upon identified objectives and statements from previously completed plans and documents, as well as new visions based upon current planning trends and best practices. Statements were refined and updated to through meeting with the Project Team, Steering Committee, and an open public meeting. ■■ ■■ ■■ Development Community, Neighborhoods and Housing Government and Community Services Parks, Recreation, and the Environment How Do I Use It? The Community Vision forms the basis for developing specific goals and actions that the community should undertake to achieve its Vision. These action steps will be outlined in the next phases of the planning process, Policies and Implementation. Photo Source: University Heights, Ohio DRAFT July 13, 2016 54 University Heights Master Plan Vision For Land Use OKALONA RD RVIE W DR KERWIN RD CED A GREEN RD D LARCHMONT DR LAFAY ET TE DR ■■ Future Use of Wiley School Property ■■ Update Zoning Ordinance MILTON RD BELVOIR BLVD D LV B K R PA N COURTLAND BLVD Commercial Redevelopment DRAFT July 13, 2016 GREEN RD D LV ■■ RD Mixed-Use Development N ■■ O Issues Identified: T ER CLAYTHORNE RD LV Shaker Heights RANCH RD LY M CA ELB SH WENDOVER DR TIMBERLANE DR FAIRMOUNT BLVD FAIRMOUNT BLVD RD URNE GREENLAWN AVE R ER O V CHARNEY RD CO N B D CARROLL B LV FAIRMOUNT BLVD E RD SH ELB URN Beachwood WHITE RD LAURELHURST RD MILTON RD CLAVER RD EL MDALE RD BROMLEY RD SAYBR OOK RD WARRENSVILLE CENTER RD FENWICK RD KINGSTON RD DYSART RD N EDGERTON RD TO ASHURST RD G EATON RD IN CANT ERBURY RD SH A W SHAKER RD SUMMERFIELD RD E CARROLL BLVD RD ICK RW IDLEWOOD RD UNIVERSITY PKWY KE E MONMOUTH RD ASHTON RD QUEENSTON RD BRADFORD RD D CHURCHILL B LV Promote land use policies University Heights that protect and sustain strong neighborhoods while providing new opportuniCleveland Heights ties for flexible, mixed-use development in appropriate areas to promote growth. S TAYLOR RD E FAIRFAX RD CHANNING RD HILLBROOK RD D TRAY MORE RD LV CLARENDON RD D LV KB BETHAN Y RD B OO GROVELAND RD N E SCARBORUGH RD BR TO OW G AD RD E SCARBORUGH RD GRENVILLE RD EY ME AR N FENWOOD RD ASHURST RD SCHOLL RD FAVERSHAM R D CH ORMOND RD SILSBY RD IN C A NTERBURY RD DELLWOOD RD SILSBY RD SH A W ALLISON RD SILSBY RD REE RD AINT EB BAINTREE RD EDGEWOOD RD FENWICK RD VERNON RD BUSHNELL RD LOYOLA RD FARLAND RD LANSDALE RD BELVOIR BLVD VD GREENWOLD RD ACACIA DR CEDAR RD LALEMANT RD TULLAMORE RD BL BARRINGTON RD BROCKWAY RD SO N CRANSTON RD S TAYLOR RD CEDARBROOK RD JA CK MACKALL RD CEDAR RD CEDAR RD COLLEGE RD BIRCHWOLD RD CAMPUS DR COLONY RD MIRAMAR BLVD HAMP ST EAD RD MARLINDALE RD CEDARBROOK RD South Euclid RAYMONT BLVD D KILDARE RD COLONY RD EASTWAY RD V BL WASHINGTON BLVD T RD HU RS LE T T EM B EASTWAY RD WARRENDALE RD WYNCOTE RD R MA CUMMINGS RD VERONA RD RA MI GROSVENOR RD GREEN RD E ANTISDALE RD GROSVENOR RD WRENFORD RD ANTISDALE AVE WARRENSVILLE CENTER RD The vision statements describe the community’s desired future in words. “Over the next ten years, University Heights will...” SHEL BU RN E RD DOUGLAS RD AN BL VD RNE RD LBU SHE Community Vision Vision For Transportation “Over the next ten years, University Heights will...” Maintain and improve transportation infrastructure that enhances connectivity and provides safe and efficient travel for all modes of transportation, including auto, bicycle, pedestrian, and transit. Issues Identified: ■■ Streetscape/Intersection Improvements ■■ Traffic Signals/Traffic Flow ■■ Pedestrian and Bicycle Infrastructure ■■ Street Repairs DRAFT July 13, 2016 55 56 University Heights Master Plan Vision For Commercial and Economic Development “Over the next ten years, University Heights will...” Promote the growth of local businesses and responsible redevelopment of land by providing clear policies and efficient processes to create a business friendly climate. Issues Identified: ■■ Redevelopment with Mixed-Use ■■ Sense of Place/City Image ■■ Redevelopment of Wiley School Property ■■ Analyze Commercial Use ■■ Attract New Business Types, Not Just Retail DRAFT July 13, 2016 Community Vision Vision For Community, Neighborhoods, and Housing “Over the next ten years, University Heights will...” Promote mixed-use development and infill housing to strengthen existing neighborhoods. Issues Identified: ■■ Aging In Place ■■ Redevelopment of Wiley School Property ■■ Infill Housing ■■ Mixed Housing Types ■■ Rental/Student Housing ■■ Greater Relationship with John Carroll University DRAFT July 13, 2016 57 58 University Heights Master Plan Vision For Government and Community Services “Over the next ten years, University Heights will...” Maintain and improve current service standards within the budget while increasing government accessibility and transparency, especially through an on-line presence. Issues Identified: ■■ Consolidated Services ■■ Deer Management ■■ Increased On-line/Technological Presence ■■ Sense of Place/City Image ■■ Enhance/Diversify Revenue Streams DRAFT July 13, 2016 Community Vision Vision For Parks, Recreation, and the Environment “Over the next ten years, University Heights will...” Promote active living and a healthy environment by seeking unique and innovative opportunities to increase greenspace, pursuing local partnerships, and enacting sustainable development policies. Issues Identified: ■■ Dog Parks ■■ Pocket Parks ■■ Climate Change/Sustainability ■■ Recreation Options For All Ages ■■ Cooperation with John Carroll University ■■ Increased Greenspace/Reduce Pavement DRAFT July 13, 2016 59