IDENTITY & BRAND CONDITIONS There are no indicators that this corridor is part of Sunrise or east Sunrise. Like University Drive, a visitor may not even know what city they are in due to a lack of wayfinding. Space exists to create major entry green space features at the east and west ends of this corridor leaving room for “markers” or brand elements. There is an opportunity to use the one large redevelopment parcel to reaffirm the residential presence along this street which can reinforce and brand the area as a good place to live. Another alternative is a commercial development, however market conditions will drive that option. Oakland Park Corridor Vision A major new project of high-quality architecture and design announces this northern boundary of east Sunrise as a quality place to live. The sidewalk experience along the corridor is enhanced with well-lit walking paths and protected bike lanes adding a unique quality of life amenity. Oakland Park Corridor Recommendations CHARACTER & PHYSICAL RECOMMENDATIONS • Invest in Entry Features: Identify a location at the Middle River green space on the west, and the southwest corner of NW 64th Avenue and Oakland Park Boulevard. These “bookends” should highlight the area as being in east Sunrise. • Enhance the Gateway Features at NW 68 th Avenue: Create something similar at NW 64th Avenue to announce the entry to Village Center. • Add Wayfinding and Streetscape Branding Elements: Banners, lighting, etc.
ACTIVITIES RECOMMENDATIONS
• Approach area churches about adopting parts of the green space as community gardens or local flower gardens using volunteers to activate the spaces.
COMMERCIAL CORRIDORS
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