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Supported a comment by Rick Kfoury on
Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 5 months ago
Supported a comment by Brendan McCann on
Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 7 months ago
Brendan McCann
The high, rocky outcropping at the confluence of Hillcrest and South Elm has a terrific view of the city skyline and project area, despite being outside the immediate project area. With some cleanup, it could be a park with Instagram potential.
The high, rocky outcropping at the confluence of Hillcrest and South Elm has a terrific view of the city skyline and project area, despite being outside the immediate project area. With some cleanup, it could be a park with Instagram potential.
Supported a comment by Pou Belle on
Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
Pou Belle
This trail is a wonderful asset, but this intersection has always seemed Very dangerous with how heavily trafficked it is. The flashing light is good but I don't feel it is enough, as pedestrian or motorist.
This trail is a wonderful asset, but this intersection has always seemed Very dangerous with how heavily trafficked it is. The flashing light is good but I don't feel it is enough, as pedestrian or motorist.
Supported a comment by Pou Belle on
Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
Pou Belle
Where would you expect to place on-street parking, on Riverwalk Way or Second Street?
I believe the space between Turner Street and the trail (up above), at the corner of Second Street, could be perfect off-street parking with space for signage. Though I am unsure of the ownership of that parcel.
Where would you expect to place on-street parking, on Riverwalk Way or Second Street?
I believe the space between Turner Street and the trail (up above), at the corner of Second Street, could be perfect off-street parking with space for signage. Though I am unsure of the ownership of that parcel.
Supported a comment by Pou Belle on
Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
Pou Belle
"Trail Head" Parking on this or the other side of the Hands Across bridge would bring more attention to this amenity. Previously there had been some parking available on/at Turner Street but that seems to have been taken by construction. Currently many trail sites suggest parking at Sarette Field and that is too much of a walk for many residents. (Friends living here for Years had no idea how to access the bridge!)
"Trail Head" Parking on this or the other side of the Hands Across bridge would bring more attention to this amenity. Previously there had been some parking available on/at Turner Street but that seems to have been taken by construction. Currently many trail sites suggest parking at Sarette Field and that is too much of a walk for many residents. (Friends living here for Years had no idea how to access the bridge!)
Commented on Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
One of my cut-thtoughs...I have many and am willing to show you all in your project study. It benefits me directly if they are better maintained and new ones are created to piece this puzzle together.
Commented on Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
and these connections I mentioned previously don't have. to all be paved. Make it easy for bikers and walkers to get from point A to B efficiently via cut-hroughs, paths etc. from all 4 directions. To test start from each direction a few miles out and try to walk or bike there and note the bottlenecks.
Supported a comment by Richard Senneville on
Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
Richard Senneville
I selected a bus service for the question regarding the new rail station. If I could select two answers, I would also select cycle infrastructure. While I personally largely rely on my bike and feel this is necessary infrastructure, especially as we seek to increase the number of cyclists, but I also recognize that most people do not want to bike in winter, and that cycling is less appealing and inclusive.
I selected a bus service for the question regarding the new rail station. If I could select two answers, I would also select cycle infrastructure. While I personally largely rely on my bike and feel this is necessary infrastructure, especially as we seek to increase the number of cyclists, but I also recognize that most people do not want to bike in winter, and that cycling is less appealing and inclusive.
Commented on Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
no doubt for sure
Supported a comment by Amy Noel on
Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
Amy Noel
Extend Riverwalk under Granite St bridge
Extend Riverwalk under Granite St bridge
Commented on Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
and these connections I mentioned previously don't have. to all be paved. Make it easy for bikers and walkers to get from point A to B efficiently via cut-hroughs, paths etc. from all 4 directions. To test start from each direction a few miles out and try to walk or bike there and note the bottlenecks.
Supported a comment by Carol Messer on
Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
Carol Messer
Bike amenities (pathway, locking rack, etc.)
Bike amenities (pathway, locking rack, etc.)
Supported a comment by Ellen D on
Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
Ellen D
I think that snow removal needs to be consistently done on the side streets, as it typically is on Elm. Many pedestrians in the areas surrounding downtown cannot easily get to the city offices on foot. I imagine that this poses a great inconvenience to anyone with existing mobility issues, as well.
I think that snow removal needs to be consistently done on the side streets, as it typically is on Elm. Many pedestrians in the areas surrounding downtown cannot easily get to the city offices on foot. I imagine that this poses a great inconvenience to anyone with existing mobility issues, as well.
Commented on Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
any reclaiming of over run or blocked existing path, cut-thrus, corridors where bikes and walkers could pieced together would be a plus. Doesn't have to be paved. Cheap to build cut-throughs and their popularity will grow.
Supported a comment by SADER A on
Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
SADER A
A multi-use path along the former rail right-of-way under Elm St, paralleling the Willow St corridor
A multi-use path along the former rail right-of-way under Elm St, paralleling the Willow St corridor
Commented on Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
bike access would be nice too
Supported a comment by John Colburn on
Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
3 years, 8 months ago
John Colburn
Ironically there was another crossing just north of Market Basket which was rendered almost useless when the auto body place was allowed to block the street for their own use
Ironically there was another crossing just north of Market Basket which was rendered almost useless when the auto body place was allowed to block the street for their own use
Commented on Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
4 years, 2 months ago
Very cool but let's connect the railtrail from the Heritage Trail in Bedford. I do it now but you take your life in your own hands when you cross Granite Street if that was resolved some way it would be perfect.
Followed Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
4 years, 2 months ago
Commented on Manchester Transit-Oriented Development Plan
4 years, 2 months ago
Awesome...currently I can connect from Bedford via that Heritige Trail to Delta Stadium with just a few issues. Have to ride on the side of the train tracks up a bit past the Brown Ave bridge. The problem is getting from the Stadium across Granite Street....way scary. Then you can keep going to the dam... and just make a better uphill route to Elm St.
We are losing railroad landmarks at a frightening pace in Manchester - I've noticed several disappear in this year alone - and it seems that we are getting down to a very few recognizable landmarks of the Boston & Maine Railroad in Manchester. The railroad was absolutely vital to Manchester's rise and growth. Unfortunately, these plans seem to point towards the destruction of the brick control tower, MA Tower, constructed in 1950 by the B&M. It is one of the only railroad structures left standing in the city. While these plans are great for urban development and access, they would already swallow up most of the historic railroad yard; it would be an eternal shame to lose more recognizable signs of the railroad heritage of this area in these buildings. We already lost the grand passenger station way back in '62 to great public outcry. I am sure the Manchester Historic Association and we at the B&MRRHS would be able to discuss a solution that would not foresake important historical legacy for modern progress. I would appreciate outreach at rickkfoury51@gmail.com to discuss what may be done to save these structures as a physical testament to the railroad men who helped make Manchester mighty. - Boston & Maine Railroad Historical Society