[OMS_MANAGERS] Example of Open Streets & Parklet programs
Rhonda Starling
starling.fritz at gmail.com
Thu Jul 16 08:15:16 PDT 2020
Bummer! This needs to change!
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> On Jul 16, 2020, at 7:59 AM, kfitzz77 <kfitzz77 at gmail.com> wrote:
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> WSDOT is wayyyy ahead of ODOT on these ideas:
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> https://usa.streetsblog.org/2020/07/13/steal-this-idea-washington-dot-to-give-lanes-back-to-people-on-state-roads/
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> Currently ODOT will only allow for a "walking detour" through parking spaces on a state highway, which means that all of our downtowns that have a state highway through them like Mosier and Hood River (different highways through both of their commercial areas!), cannot enjoy the critical benefits of parklets.
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> Kathy Fitzpatrick
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>> On Wed, Jul 8, 2020 at 8:40 AM STUART Sheri * OPRD via OMS_MANAGERS <oms_managers at omls.oregon.gov> wrote:
>> Hi all – here’s an example of an open streets program from the town where I got my start in main street - Open Streets Initiative and a link to their parklet application Special Event Streatery Parklet Application. Best, Sheri
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>> From: The Port Townsend Main Street Program <director at ptmainstreet.org>
>> Sent: Friday, June 12, 2020 1:53 PM
>> To: sheri.stuart at state.or.us
>> Subject: Yes, it's June-uary---but sunshine's coming!
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>> Celebrating 35 years! The Port Townsend Main Street Program is a 501c3 nonprofit organization founded in 1985.
>> Our mission is to preserve, promote, and enhance our historic business districts.
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>> Main Street News:
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>> Port Townsend Safe & Sound
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>> The Port Townsend Main Street Program is adding some local color Downtown and Uptown in Phase 3 & 4. Look for buskers and small-scale artful fun on the streets—with social distancing protocols of course! Support local businesses and come to town Thursday and Saturday afternoons, starting July 2. These free performances are sponsored by Homer Smith Insurance and The Law Offices of James A. Doros--thanks for your community spirit!
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>> Details at ptmainstreet.org –follow us on social media. #ptmainstreet #ptsafe&sound
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>> Port Townsend Main Street Program is assisting the City of Port Townsend, WA Government with its “Open Streets Initiative”. This temporarily adds more seating, hand-washing stations/portolettes downtown. More room for social distancing. #ptmainstreet
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>> Open Streets Initiative
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>> UPDATE FROM THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND
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>> The City is making an attempt to help business during this COVID crisis. Extra restrooms were provided with hand washing stations along with tables at Tyler Street Plaza, Adams Street Park, and Pope Marine Park.
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>> Based on feedback thus far and the continued objective of helping business, the City desires to continue to experiment with various street configurations. Parklets and Streateries are being used in cities around the world. Experimentation with different strategies provides the opportunity for downtown businesses, residents, and visitors to evaluate the opportunities and impacts before implementing more permanent programs. The City encourages feedback to understand if and how these experiments work.
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>> On June 1st, the Port Townsend City Council passed a resolution related to the Open Streets Initiative and COVID recovery by initiating a ‘special event’ to coincide with the Governor's Safe Start Phase 2. The event will take place for the summer of 2020 and extend through October This event will allow businesses conduct business and service on sidewalks and streets adjacent to their locations through the issuance of special event and temporary use permits. The City will waive fees for the permit applications and implement an expedited permit system. Again, the City is encouraging feedback on this initiative. This program will be evaluated after 60 days and adapted as necessary. Please direct questions to Steve King, Public Works Director, at sking at cityofpt.us. See the Special Event Parklet-Streatery permit application here:
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>> COVID-19 EVENT IMPACTS
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>> CONCERTS ON THE DOCK CANCELLED
>> Originally scheduled Thursdays, July 9th -Sept 3rd
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>> UPTOWN STREET FAIR CANCELLED
>> Originally scheduled August 15th
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>> Rotary Bulletin Board on Taylor Street:
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>> On hiatus during Covid-19 restrictions.
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>> News Around the Block:
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>> Congratulations Port Townsend Highschool Class of 2020!!!
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>> We would like to invite all of Port Townsend to come out and support our seniors as they head to the Wheel-In Motor Movie Theatre for their graduation TODAY, Friday, June 12th!
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>> The serpentine of seniors, their families, and staff members, will be departing Blue Heron School at 3:45 pm. Please park where allowed along the route and cheer on the 130th graduating class from Port Townsend High School. Bring signs and pom poms - or whatever you'd like, to show your support to these awesome graduates of ours!
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>> Serpentine will proceed through town and up Sims Way (S-Curve)
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>> The seniors, families and staff will then proceed to the drive-in where the graduation will take place. Only immediate families and staff will be allowed in at the drive-in.
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>> From the City of Port Townsend:
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>> The power poles downtown will be coming down within the next month. The pole removal will take about 3-4 days to complete. A start date has not yet been determined but more information will be coming soon.
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>> Employment Opportunity!
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>> Experienced Cooks wanted at Sirens Pub and The Old Whiskey Mill. Great scratch pub fare. Great team working environment. Send us a resume resume kris at sirenspub.com or drop by a resume in person. 823 Water St.
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>> Things are starting to look up!
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>> Quimper Mercantile is now open! New hours are from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, seven days a week. As per Jefferson County health directives, we will be requiring face coverings to enter the store. If you are unable to wear a covering we will still be offering curbside service! If you would like to set up a curbside order, please email info at quimpermerc or call 360-385-9595.
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>> William James Bookseller is now open! Hours are from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Saturday. We are adhering to all applicable state and county COVID-19 guidelines, so there will be some new rules in place. Please bear with us as policies may change in this rapidly moving environment. All customers must wear a face-covering inside the store. We will be limiting the number of people in the store at any one time and are restricting groups to a maximum of 3 people. Please maintain at least 6 feet distance from other customers whenever possible. If someone is already browsing in a section you would like to see, please wait for them to leave. We can't wait to see you!
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>> Glow Natural Skin Care is up and running! Come on in for a facial, waxing, lash and brow tinting when you are ready for some TLC! While serving you, our mission is to be as diligent as possible with our safety and hygiene practices. We will be sanitizing all surfaces, as always, and wearing masks and ventilating the studio thoroughly between clients.
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>> About Time Clothing is Open! Come in and take a look! Store hours are from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Following the county guidelines, we will require all visitors and staff to wear masks, sanitize hands, and stay six feet apart. We are excited to see you, but we will have to limit our crowd to 12 people. Come see our selection of masks, wonderful items for summer, and shoes you need to get you out of the house. Let's open safely and enjoy ourselves!
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>> Happy hour is back at Finistere!! Check-in for seating! Give them a call (360) 344-8127.
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>> Key City Public Theatre needs your help!
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>> Key City Public Theatre needs to raise $45,000 by June 30th. Let's join them, to not only protect live theater, but also the jobs that go with it. Please consider making a KCPT Lifeline Campaign gift that fits within the new reality of your financial situation.
>> Your generosity will sustain them today and help them rebuild tomorrow.
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>> "The lights on KCPT's stage may be dark but together we have the power to make the future bright." Denise Winter, Artistic Director, KCPT
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>> More Jefferson County COVID-19 "Safe Start" Updates:
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>> Starting on June 1, 2020 in Jefferson County, Restaurant sit-down service and in-store Retail are officially allowed to open with conditions under Phase 2 of Governor Inslee’s “Safe Start” plan and Jefferson County’s Phase 2 variance application approved by the State.
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>> Businesses must be fully compliant with the State COVID-19 safety guidance (click on link), as well as the Jefferson County Health Officer’s Directive on masking (click on link). Guidance and safety criteria for reopening can be found on the "Safe Start" webpage. Indoor retail sales and restaurant sit-down service in Jefferson County officially enter Phase 2 opening on June 1. See the outline of Phase 2 of Governor Inslee's "Safe Start" phased approach for resuming recreational, social and business activities, subject to conditions.
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>> JeffCoCares
>> Business Owners--have you signed the pledge? The Port Townsend Main Street Program is collaborating with the Chamber of Jefferson County on this campaign to keep residents and visitors safe while doing business during COVID-19. See more here.
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>> For more information about COVID-19 visit these sites:
>> https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
>> https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/1429/COVID-19
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>> Upcoming Main Street Events
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>> *Subject to change due to COVID-19 restrictions
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>> Volunteer with Main Street
>> If you are interested in volunteering with Main Street please visit ptmainstreet.org for a list of our volunteer opportunities or email admin at ptmainstreet.org. Our next event is that needs your help is Earth Day Clean Up, currently set for June 20. Please email us if you can participate. Bring masks, gloves and hand tools. Social distancing protocols will be in place. Thank you!
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>> *Events are subject to rescheduling or cancellation due to COVID-19 social distancing restrictions.
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>> Main Street Makes a Difference, Join Us!
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>> Did you know that our nonprofit works in four volunteer committees--Organization, Design, Economics and Promotion? With partners, we are working on business recovery plans in response to COVID-19 impacts. We care for the downtown gardens and Adams Street Park. We coordinate special events, promote local shopping and help light up Port Townsend for the holidays. We offer low-interest loan funds to property owners for commercial building renovations and microloans to business owners to offset the financial impacts of emergencies. Our work enhances the quality of life for residents and visitors. Become a member and support our work all year long. Thanks!
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>> Commercial Opportunities/Spaces Available
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>> “LITTLE” Kuhn Building – 926 Water Street
>> Retail Space!! Best block and location on Water Street!
>> 9 feet of glass display area. Private bathroom
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>> 474 Sq. Ft. 1407 Sq. Ft. 1881 Sq. Ft.
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>> 206-817-1394 duncan 1138 at gmail.com
>> 206-276-1394 mkellogg425 at hotmail.com
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>> For more opportunities, visit the PT Main Street website.
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>> If you have not checked it out already, head over to our Port Townsend Main Street website for a complete list of resources to help you or your business.
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>> Visit our website for more information
>> ptmainstreet.org
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>> Copyright © 2020 Port Townsend Main Street Program, All rights reserved.
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>> Our mailing address is:
>> 211 Taylor Street, Suite 3
>> Port Townsend, WA 98368
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