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Obviously Media's not going to make State Street into a promenade for outdoor dining, but what might be considered, which is done in other towns; is using parking spaces in front of restaurants/bars for an extension of curbside dining. The rental price point is important and could be something like $7,000 a parking spot from May to September or $12,000 for two. Those are arbitrary prices, but provide some context of cost. What's unique to this equation is that Media has a trolley running down the middle of the road, but if the spaces were slightly less than the width of the average car, traffic could still flow normally. These would be temporary platforms which would be removed after the season.
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Not a bad idea, but not sure how others who drive in from outside Media would feel about it. As a borough resident who frequents many of the restaurants along State Street throughout the year, I have lost count of the number of times I have seen people circle around the block, make 3-point turns, or U-turns just to get a parking spot directly in front of their destination. People need to get used to parking a few blocks away and-perish the thought-walking to their destination. 60 years of strip malls have programmed us to believe it is our God-given right to park no more than 10 feet from where we are eating/shopping. I want to know what Tom Bates feels about this. He is a proven leader.
ReplyDeleteI like the idea. and don't forget problem solver...
DeleteWell look who it is! Everyone's favorite ivory tower academic elitist, Tom Bates. Thanks for gracing us with your presence, oh wise one. Glad to know you like the idea, TOM. Isn't there a nano-brew that needs tasting somewhere?
Deletelove the idea...there is never enough outdoor seating...
ReplyDeleteInteresting, but part of the draw of Dining Under the Stars is the intermittent nature of it. Increasing the frequency won't increase the draw, necessarily... Businesses would have to consider whether they'd really see enough increased business to make up the cost since they're not automatically pulling in new customers just based on having outdoor seating, and if they are, it'll be a rather limited amount based on the space.
ReplyDeleteDo you mean we could close a stret a couple days a week for leisure activities? Hmmm....
ReplyDeleteWhen are the Media police going to enforce no dogs at these events? Whether it is a Sunday event or Dining Under the Stars these dogs are a nuisance.
ReplyDeleteAgree 100% - it is a public health issue as well as an annoyance issue with DUTS. If you want to walk your dog go to the park! It is too crowded atthese events to worry about tripping over a leash.
DeleteDogs are allowed at Dining Under the Stars, kids sit in and play on the streets, etc. This is all part of what makes the event (and the town) what it is! If you don't care for that, simply dine inside, or elsewhere. It seems that most folks have come to expect that atmosphere, and those are the folks who come to DUTS.
DeleteAs for Sunday events, Police (the Chief) have said that they will enforce that rule if it is well-advertised beforehand and adequately posted. Ditto there--dog-walkers are a part of the Media scene. But one or two folks are always bound to complain!
Love this idea of expanding sidewalk space into parking areas! I've seen this done in many places that celebrate the same pedestrian friendliness and amenities that makes Media such a great town! Sure there are challenges, but it's worth exploring!
ReplyDeleteThere is currently a great forum for the community to engage in and offer more of this kind of forward thinking through the recently initiated Comprehensive Plan Task Force Committee that started in March and meets the first Tuesday of every month to discuss and plan for the state law-required 10 year update of Media's comprehensive plan (up for renewal in 2015). "Oh no, another citizens advisory committee!", you say? Absolutely! It's a fantastic way to gauge the pulse of the community through meaningful dialogue. And all meetings are open to the public so fellow citizens can see what really happens and, more importantly, lend their input instead of just complaining after-the-fact about how the way things ought to be. But if public forums are not your thing you can still make your voice heard via the online survey monkey available through the borough website: http://www.mediaborough.com/council/take-comp-plan-survey-help-shape-medias-future
Tedman, you've got a great opportunity to reach our fellow citizens and guide them to opportunities for real involvement. The comprehensive plan forms a guide for how planning and zoning laws might shape Media for the next generation, use your voice to promote it!
Michael Kinsley
Vice-Chair, Media Planning Commission
PS - I still can't post using my name for some reason, hence the Anonymous
Are dogs allowed at DUTS? i am getting conflicting reports? Just wondering if anyone on here could confirm?
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