"We need a strategy that will attract a variety of jobs, more housing and education choices and create more economic and social opportunities."
Dr. Elba Garcia, District 1 Councilmember
The trend of residential teardowns in some neighborhoods should be addressed through development code provisions that will ensure compatibility and stability. Many participants voiced the need to protect established, successful neighborhoods.
Street design in key areas should be changed to encourage more walking and bicycling, to improve livability and neighborhood feel, and to support shopping districts.
The economy is vital. Jobs and prosperity should be promoted in key areas throughout the city.
Some DART stations are underused and could be the logical location for new development and new housing types.
Affordable workforce housing is needed within the city to bring workers closer to jobs.
There should be more opportunities for home ownership and a mix of housing types, such as townhomes and condominiums in mixed-use areas.
Prosperity should be shared and promoted across the city.
Some areas need to be redeveloped in order to thrive; redevelopment is a positive catalyst for change in certain areas.
Parks, trail systems and connections to greenways such as the Trinity River are highly valued and key to residents' quality of life.
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