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OT Median & Streetscape Design: SECTMINES ROACH /METHODOLOGY REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS NO. 14 -07 -02 Medians and streetscapes are extremely important design elements ff of any City, especially on a main road such as Collins Avenue. They often set the main impression on someone that is only passing ^ through the City. Often overlooked or downplayed, medians actually provide an amazing opportunity to compliment the image and I T beautification of the municipality while strengthening the branding that City is nurturing. Our approach begins with creativity in design. We strive to design a median that would excite and entice each passerby. Even though there are many regulations that govern the design of the median for safety concerns, such as FOOT Index No. 546, there are numerous streetscape enhancements, both softscape and hardscape, which are permitted to,be- placed- within - the - median given conformance to the safety reg lu ations. It appears that most of the median and streetscape, improvements are planned for Collins Avenue, a high traffic volume street. The CTA approach would generally follow these steps: • Meet with Sunny Isles Beach City staff to gain initial input. • Perform site visits to determining existing conditions while surveying the roadway. • Identify current and future growth including redevelopment plans underway. • Apply FDOT sight lines as well as other safety concerns. • Investigate existing and proposed utilities. • Prepare Design Alternatives with Cost Opinions. • Review with City Staff. • Present to Beautification Advisory Board. Solicit Input From Public and Affected Parties. • Prepare Preliminary Plan with Cost Opinions. • Present to City Commission. CRAVEN THOMPSON & ASSOCIATES. INC. 1 3563 NW 53- STREET. FORT LAUDERDALE. FL 33309 1 P 954.739.6400 41 Page 6