Main Street Visioning Plan
The first project in the Main Street Visioning Plan is underway and will enhance the streets around Heritage Park to be a "woonerf" which is like a plaza that can be set up for events and is pedestrian friendly. The project is slated for construction in Summer 2022. You will find the design to the right in the list of documents.
Please provide us comments on the design in the Ideas section below. Thank you!
The Plan also reimagines the alleys in the downtown with enhancements and potential for events and vendor spaces; and, finally, considers updates and changes toContinue reading
The first project in the Main Street Visioning Plan is underway and will enhance the streets around Heritage Park to be a "woonerf" which is like a plaza that can be set up for events and is pedestrian friendly. The project is slated for construction in Summer 2022. You will find the design to the right in the list of documents.
Please provide us comments on the design in the Ideas section below. Thank you!
The Plan also reimagines the alleys in the downtown with enhancements and potential for events and vendor spaces; and, finally, considers updates and changes to the Main Street corridor with improvements such as curb-bulbs and archways. See the other planning documents on this page for more details.
Background
The City of Sumner, in partnership with the University of Washington-Tacoma (UWT) Urban Design Studio Class created a Main Street Visioning Plan that identifies a range of enhancements to Main Street, between Traffic Avenue and Wood Avenue, in Downtown Sumner. The project began in Fall 2020 and was completed in June 2021.
The City Council has considered action priorities for implementing the Main Street Visioning Plan and discussed these priorities on July 26, 2021. The City Council will be reviewing and voting on the final Visioning Plan in November 2021.
Overall, the Visioning Plan will advance the City’s goals for equity, economic development, quality of life in downtown, transportation, and mobility, safety, and infrastructure upgrades.
During the preparation of the plan the City turned to the Main Street Advisory Group that is made up of community stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and interests:
- Jill Starks, CEO Sumner Main Street Assoc. (business, events, design)
- Paul Green, Azure Green (engineering and development)
- Kelly Locke (Citizen)
- Joleen (Peterson) Jones, JMJ Team (business, city planning)
- Michael Hochstatter, Arts Commission Chair (arts, downtown)
- Kim Straight, Holiday Inn Express (business, tourism)
- Dean Burke, Travel Tacoma (business, tourism)
- Cheryl Ebsworth, Apex Engineering (Design Commission, city planning)
- Lora Butterfield, Planning Commissioner (city planning)
- Marina Tanay, Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
- Derek Barry, Community Services Manager (parks, street trees)
- Scott Waller, Associate Planner (city planning)
- Micheal Kosa, Associate Engineer (city public works)
- Autumn Gildon, The Attic and Hansen Place (business)
- Brian Franchini, Franchini Design Group (architect, design commission)
- Paul Fuesel, KPG (urban planning, mentor)
- Holly Williams, KPG (urban design, planning, mentor
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We want your ideas for reimagining Main Street!
over 3 years agoWhat are your ideas for the future of Sumner's Main Street? What is important to you? What could be better and what should stay the same?
KatieMover 3 years agoMore restaurants + downtown events!
It would be great to see a more diverse selection of restaurants, we have a lot of coffee, breakfast and pizza places which my family and I love, however it would be great to have more local sit down dinner options or even a beer/wine tasting room or local brewery as mentioned in other comments. I was visiting Enumclaw recently and felt that although I love the charm of our downtown area far more, they had a lot more dining options that I feel would be great for Sumner (like the Mint and the Rainier for example). It would also be amazing if we offered reoccurring farmers markets (similar to Puyallup's) during select seasons as well as mimic Enumclaw's Fridays on Cole; I know that shutting down Main Street isn't always ideal, however it would be great to do a few times a month for certain outdoor occasions where we can eat outside by firepits and drive business to local shops and restaurants.
0 comment3Bbentlerover 3 years agoYarn shop or craft store
I just moved here and own a yarn shop in Issaquah and I would love to see something like that open up nearby for crafters. Something local that can sell all the lovely fiber products that are created just steps away.
1 comment1Kimgrotzkeover 3 years agoLots of ideas
Add play area at the back of heritage park and rethink public restrooms. Bright, coordinated awnings on all businesses to tie everything together. Pavers for crosswalks or other elements to get cars to slow down. Move traffic patterns to keep through traffic to a minimum. Close off north Ryan permanently and add seating, public area. Beautify parking lot off Ryan across from VanLierops.
1 comment3KaleidoscopicGloomover 3 years agoWould love to see a farmers market downtown!
1 comment10DHardtkeabout 3 years agoThere needs to be consideration to update and change the downtown decorations for the Christmas season.
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Documents
- Main Street Visioning Plan_Final_120621-apdx.pdf (54.1 MB) (pdf)
- Main Street Visioning Plan_Draft_110921 (54 MB) (pdf)
- Heritage Park-Woonerf_Open House_Fall_20212.pdf (1.64 MB) (pdf)
- Main Street Visioning Plan--Final Report (53.3 MB) (pdf)
- Main Street Vision Priorities for Action (850 KB) (pdf)
- Final Council Presentation--06-14-21 (2.08 MB) (pdf)
- 04.12.21 City Council Presentation.pdf (7.54 MB) (pdf)
- Fall Quarter Main Street Final Report (31 MB) (pdf)
Photos
Videos
- The UW-T Students presented their more detailed ideas around activation of alley spaces, Heritage Park, and cross-sections for Main Street with wider sidewalks. The final details will be added over the next 2 weeks.
- Students have been exploring urban design approaches to incorporate into Main Street. In this video, they will present their overall approach and draft drawings to illustrate their strategy. The goal for this workshop is to get feedback that can be incorporated into each students urban design proposal.
- Four students present their ideas here as they relate to pedestrian connections, one-way street ideas, and outdoor event spaces. Please comment on these designs under "Ideas" on the main project page.
- This second video contains 4 presentations with ideas around park spaces for pop-up and night events. There are ideas for connecting alleys on the north and south sides of Main Street and transit connections to the industrial to the north. Please comment under "Ideas" to on the main project page.
- This video contains 3 separate presentations packed with ideas for downtown Sumner such as establishing landmarks, transit connections, greenspace and pedestrian amenities. Please make comments under "Ideas" on the main project page. Tell us what you think!
Lifecycle
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Main St. Visioning Day 1 | November 17
Main Street Visioning Plan has finished this stage2-4PM: Day1 will include a presentation from students about the various elements of the downtown project and a summary of existing conditions. The Main Street Advisory Group will be interacting with the students and the public are welcome to attend. The presentations will be followed by a moderated Q&A with the public. Log into the meeting in the important links below.
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Main St. Visioning Day 2 | November 18
Main Street Visioning Plan has finished this stageAll day: Day 2 is a recording of Day 1 presentations and discussions and are available for online viewing. See posted video links below. Please provide your Ideas on this webpage.
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Main St. Visioning Day 3 | November 19
Main Street Visioning Plan has finished this stage2-4PM: The students will present best practices and initial design concepts to the Main Street Advisory Group. The presentations will be followed by an interactive discussion with the Advisory Group to provide input on best practices and design ideas. The public is invited to join the virtual session and learn about the project and provide ideas at the end of the meeting. Log into the meeting with the important link below.
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Main St. Visioning-Comments | November 20-December 15
Main Street Visioning Plan has finished this stageThe City is seeking public comments on the Main Street Visioning Day 1 and Day 3 workshops. The presentations and discussions are available for online viewing. See posted video links below. Please provide thoughts and comments in the Forum on this webpage.
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City Council Presentation - December 14
Main Street Visioning Plan has finished this stageUW-T Urban Design Students will present summary of report to City Council for comments and questions. See Video under "Important Links"
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Design Concept Alternatives | January - March 2021
Main Street Visioning Plan has finished this stageBased on information gathered from theAdivsory Group and the public in the Fall, the students will develop draft concept design alternatives. The concepts will address equity, traffic, access, safety, pedestrian and bike infrastructure, stormwater management, parking, and other downtown amenities. Look for information on meetings during this part of the process.
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Public Comments on the Alternatives | February 10-20
Main Street Visioning Plan has finished this stagePlease check out the videos showing the student's ideas as they were presented in the Main Street Advisory Group and see what you like or don't like. We are seeking your comments to shape these initial designs and ideas! You can put your reactions in the "Ideas" section on the left side of the page.
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City Council Presentation-April 12
Main Street Visioning Plan has finished this stageThe UW-Tacoma Urban Design class will present ideas and concepts from the Winter Quarter for discussion and comment from the City Council.
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FInal Concept Design | June 2021
Main Street Visioning Plan has finished this stageThe students will prepare final concept design plan with detailed maps and graphics and present to the City Council and the public. Look for additiaonl meetings and ways to engage in this project.
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Main St. Visioning Priorities-July 26, 2021
Main Street Visioning Plan has finished this stageCouncil will meet and discuss priorities for the Main Street Visioning plan and implementation.
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Council Meeting | November 22, 2021 6PM
Main Street Visioning Plan is currently at this stageCouncil will be discussing the final review draft of the Main Street Design Strategy and expansion of Heritage Park that is part of the plan.
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Council Meeting | December 6, 2021 6PM
this is an upcoming stage for Main Street Visioning PlanCouncil will take final action on the Main Street Visioning Plan.
Who's Listening
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Phone (253) 299-5524 Email ryanw@sumnerwa.gov