Dee Stubbs-Lee
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Supported a comment by Frank Jones on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
1 year, 9 months ago
Supported a comment by Michael Cummings on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 2 months ago
Michael Cummings
As a property owner on Paddock Street I'd fully support this idea.
As a property owner on Paddock Street I'd fully support this idea.
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 2 months ago
SarahRose Werner
I've had pretty good luck with the flashing lights, but I definitely agree that more could be done. One thing that would help is something on the Garden Street side to divide the right-turning traffic from the straight-through traffic. Because there's no 3-D divider in place, the roadway looks very wide, and drivers respond to that by going faster. Visibly narrower lanes would send the message to drivers that they've left the highway and are entering a populated area.
I've had pretty good luck with the flashing lights, but I definitely agree that more could be done. One thing that would help is something on the Garden Street side to divide the right-turning traffic from the straight-through traffic. Because there's no 3-D divider in place, the roadway looks very wide, and drivers respond to that by going faster. Visibly narrower lanes would send the message to drivers that they've left the highway and are entering a populated area.
Supported a comment by Wendy Simon on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 2 months ago
Wendy Simon
The flashing pedestrian lights are ineffective! I can't count how many times I have had to dodge cars roaring every direction when I press the light and walk AFTER I look. They are NOT prominent enough
The flashing pedestrian lights are ineffective! I can't count how many times I have had to dodge cars roaring every direction when I press the light and walk AFTER I look. They are NOT prominent enough
Commented on Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 2 months ago
I agree! I was seriously injured crossing the top of Paddock in the crosswalk several years ago. That was before the pedestrian crossing lights were installed, but it's still a dangerous intersection for pedestrians and cars travel through that area far too fast.
Supported a comment by coUrbanizer via Text on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 2 months ago
coUrbanizer via Text
The Queen's Square Farmers Market is a great event and has really contributed to a renewed interest in the South End. How do we encourage more events like this?
The Queen's Square Farmers Market is a great event and has really contributed to a renewed interest in the South End. How do we encourage more events like this?
Supported a comment by patrick Thirkell on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 2 months ago
patrick Thirkell
Totally agree, I would love to see the Harbour Trail looping around the Reversing Falls and crossing Wolastoq Park, down Riverview Drive and construct a footpath secured to the side of the Harbour Bridge!
Totally agree, I would love to see the Harbour Trail looping around the Reversing Falls and crossing Wolastoq Park, down Riverview Drive and construct a footpath secured to the side of the Harbour Bridge!
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 2 months ago
SarahRose Werner
It would also be great if the linkage between the Harbour Passage and the Reversing Falls were improved. I realize that this is technically outside the scope of this action plan (as well as requiring the cooperation of OSCO). But we can't think of the central peninsula in isolation. We should also be thinking about how it links to other neighbourhoods, not only by private automobile but also on foot, by bicycle and by public transit.
It would also be great if the linkage between the Harbour Passage and the Reversing Falls were improved. I realize that this is technically outside the scope of this action plan (as well as requiring the cooperation of OSCO). But we can't think of the central peninsula in isolation. We should also be thinking about how it links to other neighbourhoods, not only by private automobile but also on foot, by bicycle and by public transit.
Supported a comment by Luke Tudor on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 2 months ago
Luke Tudor
Harbour Passage is an incredible asset, bringing it all the way around the peninsula and up to Rockwood Park would make it even better
Harbour Passage is an incredible asset, bringing it all the way around the peninsula and up to Rockwood Park would make it even better
Supported a comment by Natalie Pavey on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Natalie Pavey
Better yet--Why not offer recycling bins next to the garbage cans?
Better yet--Why not offer recycling bins next to the garbage cans?
Supported a comment by Peter Josselyn on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Peter Josselyn
This corner could be the site of a new, modern elementary school for the southern peninsula, because of how it straddles the South End, Uptown, and Waterloo Village. Education is critical for neighbourhood development, and students deserve better than existing facilities.
This corner could be the site of a new, modern elementary school for the southern peninsula, because of how it straddles the South End, Uptown, and Waterloo Village. Education is critical for neighbourhood development, and students deserve better than existing facilities.
Supported a comment by coUrbanizer via Text on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
coUrbanizer via Text
Hey my idea to make sj better is to build a big aquarium similar to the one in Boston. Would bring tourists and help drive research in the bay of fundy
Hey my idea to make sj better is to build a big aquarium similar to the one in Boston. Would bring tourists and help drive research in the bay of fundy
Supported a comment by Doug Chorley on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Doug Chorley
Walking the dog around and reading & seeing that Girls Girls Girls sign outside the building. It seems degrading to me. Couldn't it just read Adult Entertainment, or the establishment's name. Thks.
Walking the dog around and reading & seeing that Girls Girls Girls sign outside the building. It seems degrading to me. Couldn't it just read Adult Entertainment, or the establishment's name. Thks.
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
We need more engagement of long-term residential tenants instead of writing all tenants off as transients. Property owners aren't the only ones who participate in and contribute to our community.
We need more engagement of long-term residential tenants instead of writing all tenants off as transients. Property owners aren't the only ones who participate in and contribute to our community.
Supported a comment by Deborah Payne on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Deborah Payne
The historical architecture is one of the what's great about Saint John. I have received many visitors from across Canada and beyond and they comment on the architectural uniqueness of this area.
The historical architecture is one of the what's great about Saint John. I have received many visitors from across Canada and beyond and they comment on the architectural uniqueness of this area.
Supported a comment by Katie Bowden on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Katie Bowden
I believe, for many reasons - chief among them celebrating New Brunswick culture in a highly visible way that is easily accessible to visitors - that our museum should be moved to this location in a standalone building with enough room to do it right.
I believe, for many reasons - chief among them celebrating New Brunswick culture in a highly visible way that is easily accessible to visitors - that our museum should be moved to this location in a standalone building with enough room to do it right.
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
Hurray for Maritime Bus! We need to maintain affordable connections to the rest of New Brunswick and Canada for people who don't / can't drive. Wish we still had service to/from Maine.
Hurray for Maritime Bus! We need to maintain affordable connections to the rest of New Brunswick and Canada for people who don't / can't drive. Wish we still had service to/from Maine.
Supported a comment by Steve Weaver Crawford on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Steve Weaver Crawford
More & more new businesses are being drawn to the uptown core - need to make sure this remains the case!
I'm not sure exactly what can be done about the vacancy rate inside Brunswick Square, but any incentives to get that heading in the opposite direction would be a welcome change too
More & more new businesses are being drawn to the uptown core - need to make sure this remains the case!
I'm not sure exactly what can be done about the vacancy rate inside Brunswick Square, but any incentives to get that heading in the opposite direction would be a welcome change too
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
The central peninsula can't thrive in isolation. It needs linkages to the rest of SJ not just for private automobiles but also for pedestrians, bicycles and public transit. This is a common problem in city planning. Planners think of walking and even cycling as things that occur within neighbourhoods but not *between* neighbourhoods - let alone *through* series of neighbourhoods to reach specific destinations.
The central peninsula can't thrive in isolation. It needs linkages to the rest of SJ not just for private automobiles but also for pedestrians, bicycles and public transit. This is a common problem in city planning. Planners think of walking and even cycling as things that occur within neighbourhoods but not *between* neighbourhoods - let alone *through* series of neighbourhoods to reach specific destinations.
Supported a comment by patrick Thirkell on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
patrick Thirkell
Extend the Harbour Trail across the Harbour Bridge, extend the remit of this group to encompass all of SJ. The big problem here is that the city is carved into discreet packages, and it is very difficult to physically move between the areas, the roads are big and wide, the bridges few, the watertable too high for underpasses.
Extend the Harbour Trail across the Harbour Bridge, extend the remit of this group to encompass all of SJ. The big problem here is that the city is carved into discreet packages, and it is very difficult to physically move between the areas, the roads are big and wide, the bridges few, the watertable too high for underpasses.
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
Union Street and King Street look as if they're in two different neighbourhoods, not just a block away - and it's Union Street that people checking out the city see first. My first view of Saint John came about in 1993 when the eastbound bus pulled off the highway and headed down Union Street to the old SMB bus station. It looked pretty sorry - and I can't say that it's improved a lot since. :-(
Union Street and King Street look as if they're in two different neighbourhoods, not just a block away - and it's Union Street that people checking out the city see first. My first view of Saint John came about in 1993 when the eastbound bus pulled off the highway and headed down Union Street to the old SMB bus station. It looked pretty sorry - and I can't say that it's improved a lot since. :-(
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
When Philip Huggard went bankrupt in early 2016, low-income tenants in his properties were sent scrambling to find new housing at rents they could afford. The houses he owned on Peter Street still sit boarded up, with no indication as to when they'll be returned to the rental market and whether or not they'll still be affordable by people on low incomes.
When Philip Huggard went bankrupt in early 2016, low-income tenants in his properties were sent scrambling to find new housing at rents they could afford. The houses he owned on Peter Street still sit boarded up, with no indication as to when they'll be returned to the rental market and whether or not they'll still be affordable by people on low incomes.
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
What's going on with the building at the SW corner of Union and Charlotte? It looks as if it's about to fall down on its own.
What's going on with the building at the SW corner of Union and Charlotte? It looks as if it's about to fall down on its own.
Supported a comment by Hazel Cochran on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Hazel Cochran
Community center with activities for youth in the south end.
Community center with activities for youth in the south end.
Supported a comment by Ben Appleby on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Ben Appleby
There needs to be more use of the empty parking lots of the cruise terminals. Ugly empty space for visitors to see when arriving and completely dead space during off season. I've always thought an outdoor skating rink would be perfect here in the winter. Could encourage winter recreation, family friendly, music on site, maybe snacks and hot chocolate? I'd be there.
There needs to be more use of the empty parking lots of the cruise terminals. Ugly empty space for visitors to see when arriving and completely dead space during off season. I've always thought an outdoor skating rink would be perfect here in the winter. Could encourage winter recreation, family friendly, music on site, maybe snacks and hot chocolate? I'd be there.
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
How many people know that if they report a malfunctioning pedestrian signal to service@saintjohn.ca it will get fixed pronto? I was pleasantly surprised by the speed of the response and am therefore now more active in reporting problems.
How many people know that if they report a malfunctioning pedestrian signal to service@saintjohn.ca it will get fixed pronto? I was pleasantly surprised by the speed of the response and am therefore now more active in reporting problems.
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
Our public library is a valuable resource for our community. I especially enjoy the ILL system. Public access to computers and the Internet is also important.
Our public library is a valuable resource for our community. I especially enjoy the ILL system. Public access to computers and the Internet is also important.
Supported a comment by Natalie Pavey on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Natalie Pavey
Agreed. City Market is one thing, but it's not a regular grocery store. If anything, keep City Market open on Sundays.
Agreed. City Market is one thing, but it's not a regular grocery store. If anything, keep City Market open on Sundays.
Supported a comment by matt f. on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
matt f.
If the Southern Peninsula is going to become a thriving and truly viable place to live, work and play, there needs to be a grocery store that is open past 6PM throughout the week and weekends, and located ON the peninsula. We want to encourage people to use their vehicles less, and also have a full service grocery store available to the citizens that do not drive. The corner of King and Charlotte Street would be a perfect spot for one. This is something that all city core's have, but we do not, and it needs to be fixed.
If the Southern Peninsula is going to become a thriving and truly viable place to live, work and play, there needs to be a grocery store that is open past 6PM throughout the week and weekends, and located ON the peninsula. We want to encourage people to use their vehicles less, and also have a full service grocery store available to the citizens that do not drive. The corner of King and Charlotte Street would be a perfect spot for one. This is something that all city core's have, but we do not, and it needs to be fixed.
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
It's fun walking across the causeway - but hard to navigate the intersection at the far end without getting hit! This intersection should look more like the intersection at the other end of causeway, where it meets Crown and Union.
It's fun walking across the causeway - but hard to navigate the intersection at the far end without getting hit! This intersection should look more like the intersection at the other end of causeway, where it meets Crown and Union.
Supported a comment by Hazel Cochran on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Hazel Cochran
Queen Square is a fantastic asset to the south end and the city does a great job keeping it clean. Queen Square Farmers Market has given life to a beautiful park and the increased traffic on Sundays which is incredible to see each week. Keep up the good work!
Queen Square is a fantastic asset to the south end and the city does a great job keeping it clean. Queen Square Farmers Market has given life to a beautiful park and the increased traffic on Sundays which is incredible to see each week. Keep up the good work!
Supported a comment by Paula Radwan on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Paula Radwan
I would love for the residents of Saint John, Quispamsis, Rothesay and Grandbay- Westfield to be sent a mailout showing where the parking is Uptown and information about how to add Hotspot parking. It is not as difficult on most days of the week for people to find parking like the community thinks. This may encourage more people to come to shop, eat and enjoy our downtown core.
I would love for the residents of Saint John, Quispamsis, Rothesay and Grandbay- Westfield to be sent a mailout showing where the parking is Uptown and information about how to add Hotspot parking. It is not as difficult on most days of the week for people to find parking like the community thinks. This may encourage more people to come to shop, eat and enjoy our downtown core.
Supported a comment by Carl Trickey on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Carl Trickey
The Church of St. Andrew and St. David is open to discussing how it can contribute to the growth strategy. Our mission is to be their for our neighbors and neighborhood. We would love to show you our space and share some of our thoughts.
The Church of St. Andrew and St. David is open to discussing how it can contribute to the growth strategy. Our mission is to be their for our neighbors and neighborhood. We would love to show you our space and share some of our thoughts.
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
We need to find a good use and an investor for the former Bargain Store at the head of King Street. It's a huge space in the centre of town that's sitting vacant.
We need to find a good use and an investor for the former Bargain Store at the head of King Street. It's a huge space in the centre of town that's sitting vacant.
Supported a comment by Luke Tudor on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Luke Tudor
Bike lanes, green spaces, wider sidewalks, fewer car lanes. A six lane viaduct is not required here
Bike lanes, green spaces, wider sidewalks, fewer car lanes. A six lane viaduct is not required here
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
I hear what you're saying, Steve, but I'd like to put in a word of thanks for the flashing pedestrian lights that were installed a few years back. They're a great improvement over the previous complete lack of signalization.
I hear what you're saying, Steve, but I'd like to put in a word of thanks for the flashing pedestrian lights that were installed a few years back. They're a great improvement over the previous complete lack of signalization.
Supported a comment by Steve Weaver Crawford on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Steve Weaver Crawford
Speed bumps on Paddock street, the speed at which a lot of traffic moves up and down this street is ridiculous. 3 speed bumps on Paddock St (top, middle & bottom) would make this a lot safer for pedestrians, including those heading to & from the hospital.
Speed bumps on Paddock street, the speed at which a lot of traffic moves up and down this street is ridiculous. 3 speed bumps on Paddock St (top, middle & bottom) would make this a lot safer for pedestrians, including those heading to & from the hospital.
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
These measures would also benefit the young urban families - including low-income families - who are already living here.
These measures would also benefit the young urban families - including low-income families - who are already living here.
Supported a comment by Russell Smith on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Russell Smith
As a previous resident of the peninsula, I have always felt there needs to be some better draw for young urban families. Maybe designating some areas of the peninsula as "family friendly zones". These areas could be used to host slower speed limits (or speed bumps), more green space and playgrounds, mixed among high density areas. I realize we have access to places like Rainbow park and queen square but having a more focused approach on pulling families into the core would be nice.
As a previous resident of the peninsula, I have always felt there needs to be some better draw for young urban families. Maybe designating some areas of the peninsula as "family friendly zones". These areas could be used to host slower speed limits (or speed bumps), more green space and playgrounds, mixed among high density areas. I realize we have access to places like Rainbow park and queen square but having a more focused approach on pulling families into the core would be nice.
Supported a comment by Patrick Anthony Thirkell on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Patrick Anthony Thirkell
the roads are just too wide for the present use, narrow the roads uptown Main and make the spare space cycling and pedestrian friendly! Even parking bays!
the roads are just too wide for the present use, narrow the roads uptown Main and make the spare space cycling and pedestrian friendly! Even parking bays!
Supported a comment by Michael MacKenzie on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Michael MacKenzie
As a resident of the North End, I would love to see traffic calming measures and the promotion of active transportation on Somerset St and Main St. Currently the "highway" feel of these streets acts as a barrier for pedestrians and makes the North End feel very disconnected from the Uptown area.
As a resident of the North End, I would love to see traffic calming measures and the promotion of active transportation on Somerset St and Main St. Currently the "highway" feel of these streets acts as a barrier for pedestrians and makes the North End feel very disconnected from the Uptown area.
Supported a comment by SarahRose Werner on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
SarahRose Werner
The green spaces at the heart of town are refreshing, lovely and well-used.
The green spaces at the heart of town are refreshing, lovely and well-used.
Followed Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
Supported a comment by coUrbanizer via Text on
Central Peninsula Neighbourhood Action Plan
2 years, 3 months ago
coUrbanizer via Text
We need better access to the waterfront.
We need better access to the waterfront.
I've been living at Market Square Tower for almost 4 years, Uptown for 15 years and see the need for residents to experience a quick healthy escape from city living. Harbour Passage and Long Wharf are a vital part of the solution. Harbour Passage seems to get busier all the time.