When the Roux Campus opens, would you take advantage of newly created public access for walking, biking, picnicing, kayaking?
I think you should incorporate a better bike/ped connection to the peninsula than is currently available across Tukey's Bridge. It would be amazing to "reactivate" the abandoned railway bridge, though...
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Agree with reinstating old railway bridge. I really want to see rail/light rail commuter services in addition to bike and pedestrian access. We need ways of getting cars off the roads in all weather.
We agree with your goal of getting cars off the road, which is why we are committed to providing pedestrians, bicyclists and transit riders safe and welcoming access to the Roux Campus. For example, we...
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As the housing units are anticipated to be significantly occupied by students, faculty and staff of the Roux and partners on site, it is likely that a portion of them will decide to not bring a vehicle...
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When the Roux Campus opens, would you take advantage of newly created public access for walking, biking, picnicing, kayaking?
I live on Munjoy Hill and have a boat at the marina next to this project. The huge building facing the highway is out of scale for the city and the neighborhood. Please be good neighbors and think about...
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We are in the preliminary stages of site design, and are doing our best to take into consideration all the feedback we are hearing, so thank you for your input. Our challenge is to accommodate the many...
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Maine DOT has neglected this area for decades. Northbound exit of the highway looks like the fallout from an apocalypse. Maybe now they will consider sound barriers for the $100m+ neighbor…
When the Roux Campus opens, would you take advantage of newly created public access for walking, biking, picnicing, kayaking?
Yes! Of course! If we could convert the St Lawrence and Atlantic to a multi use path people could commute to campus by walking/biking as far as Yarmouth. Turning the dilapidated bridge into a pedestrian...
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Traffic impacts are going to be the project's biggest hurdle, but it's also an opportunity for dramatically improved transit access. The Town of Falmouth has been interested in increased service on the...
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Thank you for this valuable input Christian. We are keenly focused on managing and mitigating potential traffic impacts and are implementing Transportation Demand Management (TDM) programs on multiple...
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What does the East Deering area need to be an even better place for residents, business owners and visitors?
Walk-ability. With the highway right there, extra attention will be needed to make the area feel walkable, and to allow walking access that connects to other areas of Portland.
We have definitely heard that this is an issue and look forward to working with neighbors, trail groups and others to help improve pedestrian access. As you may know, we hope to put a new trail under the...
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What else do you, as a valuable community member, want us to know? It could be anything related to the project or questions you have for us.
It is important that the campus is accessible without a car. What plans are in place to ensure the walk from the Washington Ave + Veranda St bus stop is as safe and convenient as possible, or any further...
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Thank you for your question. We are dedicated to make our site as safe and welcoming for transit riders, bicyclists and pedestrians as possible. The City is currently planning to add bike lanes on Veranda,...
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How long have you been living or working in East Deering, and what attracted you to the area?
I'm a hopeful future resident who wants to live in the apartments you're building and collaborate with the different start-ups going through your incubator program. This is an amazing project and really...
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That is the plan Lucas. As you say, the Roux Campus is being designed to foster innovation, attracting world class talent and creating jobs and new opportunities for Mainers and beyond. If you haven't...
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Yes, we are considering a variety of amenities for campus residents and neighbors, including some type of child care. We are interested in learning more about what would make the Roux Campus a valuable...
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What else do you, as a valuable community member, want us to know? It could be anything related to the project or questions you have for us.
The Roux Institute has not yet demonstrated that it wants to be a responsible and good neighbor. It announced a fully designed campus rather than engaging neighbors up front. Walking trails are insufficient...
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We absolutely want to earn the trust of our neighbors and engage the community while we are still in the design phase. That is why we have been reaching out through public meetings and a website. There...
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When the Roux Campus opens, would you take advantage of newly created public access for walking, biking, picnicing, kayaking?
As a longtime Portland resident who grew up nearby, I am excited to have the Roux Institute in Portland, and in East Deering. Portland's future requires more investment in higher education, particularly...
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Thank you Jim C., you've flagged three key issues which we are intensely focused on, and look forward to further input particularly with regard to traffic and alternative means of transportation to and...
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When the Roux Campus opens, would you take advantage of newly created public access for walking, biking, picnicing, kayaking?
Yes! Connectivity to the existing trails (waterfront trails to Commercial St/Old Port, as well as Baxter Blvd, would be great. Would love a way to ride through all of Portland end enjoy its amenities.
We agree, that is why we are working with trail groups and individuals such as yourself to maximize these opportunities. Feel free to share more ideas about trail connectivity.
What else do you, as a valuable community member, want us to know? It could be anything related to the project or questions you have for us.
I think this is a very exciting project and hope NIMBY concerns over parking and traffic do not hold it back further. As a "valuable community member" I hope you can use this opportunity to set an example...
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Thank you for your enthusiastic support Kellan! We are very focused on sustainable design and alternative transportation methods. To learn more about our plans, and weigh in if you choose, consider attending...
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When the Roux Campus opens, would you take advantage of newly created public access for walking, biking, picnicing, kayaking?
Yes, absolutely. Please work with the city to develop ways to access the area without driving. (and revitalize the old rail bridge into a pedestrian bridge!)
We are working closely with the City of Portland and numerous trail groups to maximize bicycle and pedestrian access to the site and connections to the other trails in the area. Through new trail access...
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What else do you, as a valuable community member, want us to know? It could be anything related to the project or questions you have for us.
One Climate Future, Portland and South Portland's Climate Action Plan, sets aggressive goals for limiting greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050. In Portland over 60% of our carbon emissions are from...
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As you may have seen in our March 23 Roux Campus Roundtable presentation, we are paying close attention to One Climate Future and the Climate Action Plan and aspire to meet those goals on the Roux Campus....
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Thank you for this response! This 60% number is often quoted and is very misleading. It does not include transportation emissions to get to the city boundary, or the scope 3 emissions that dwarf our building...
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When the Roux Campus opens, would you take advantage of newly created public access for walking, biking, picnicing, kayaking?
Because of some other responsibilities I have not been as connected to this project as I should have been. I am a lifelong Portland resident and live in the house I grew up in. Does traffic plan consider,...
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Yes, as was stated in response to your question at the April 6 meeting, we are aware of the new housing on Sherwood Street and will factor that into traffic assessments. We intend to have a future public...
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