Design Committee

2010 Accomplishments

  • Continued the “Adopt-a-Planter” and “Adopt-a-Block” programs, enhancing the beauty of downtown.
  • Maintained a conduit of information between business owners and the City of FDL during the sidewalk replacement project.
  • In conjunction with the City Public Works Department, decorated the downtown with holiday decorations.
  • Worked with downtown business owners to remedy situations regarding parking capacity, parking permits and mobile food vendors.
  • Began the initial phase of developing a city commissioned Architectural Review Board
  • Published and distributed the “Downtown Parking Guide”.

    2011 Goals

  • Parking Management
    * Monitor pedestrian crosswalks ease of use and condition.
    * Monitor the need for enhancements in parking signage to make parking easier to find.
    * Keep the “Downtown Parking Guide” up to date and distribute to businesses.
  • Streetscape amenities
    * Maintain “Adopt-a-Block” program.
    * Maintain the “Adopt a Planter” program.
    * Make downtown festive during the holiday season with lights, garlands and banners.
    * Beautify downtown by planting annual flowers in the spring where needed.
  • Maintain a clean streetscape, primarily through partnering with the City of FDL Public Works
  • Form an Architectural Review Board and recommend a process to complete Urban Design Standards to include signage and amenity continuity.
  • Continue to work with city on any pertinent regulations regarding zoning, parking, and traffic, or any other concerns that are brought to the attention of the committee.
  • Look for additional amenities that would enhance Main Street Plaza.