master plan update - City of Boca Raton

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SECTION AINTRODUCTIONGreen dots show participants’ views of Boca Raton’s strengthsSTRENGTHSParticipants were provided a base mapof Downtown Boca Raton as well asthree green, three red, and three bluedots. They were asked to use the dotsto identify those places on the map thatthey considered to be strengths (greendots), weaknesses (red dots), and priorityareas for change that would helpachieve their vision for the future (bluedots). The summary of each of the dottypes provides valuable insights.The pattern of green dots creates anorth /south pattern reflecting the areasthat have been most worked on duringthe past 20 years.»»»»»»»»»»»»»»Mizner ParkRoyal Palm PlazaSanborn SquareMix of usesLike that downtown is not toodenseTown Hall, heritageBoca Raton Resort and ClubOceanfrontSilver Palm ParkCivic uses – City Hall, LibraryLandscapingMix of restaurantsCultural activitiesAdjacent residential areasPhotos showing some of Boca Raton’s strengths:Sanborn Square, the Boca Raton Resort,Mizner Park, and the beach.6
WEAKNESSESThe red dots, or worst places, are generallyin an east / west pattern. The greatestconcentration of these are in the centerof Downtown. This suggests that thenext phase of effort needs to completethe north /south connections in this areaand deal with east / west ones, especiallyalong Palmetto Park Road.Red dots highlight weaknesses in Boca RatonCONNECTIONS»»»»»»Not pedestrian-friendly; Downtownlacks connectivityDifficult experiences in traffic andintersectionsLack of connection to waterfront /access to waterNot enough green spaceIntersection of Federal and PalmettoPoor entrances and exits(except southern)PLACES»»»»»Palmetto Park RoadAbandoned Wildflower propertyNo sense of placeRundown propertiesStretch of Dixie Highway, behindMizner ParkAS WELL AS…» Parking» Uncertainty and stalleddevelopment» Lack of relevant activitiesPhotos illustrating the problems of Boca Ratonsuch as street widths and commercial uses7
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