Elm Street Planning Study
Community Meeting 1 Follow-Up
April 14th, 2022
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Audience Poll Responses
Should the new development be iconic, M nriet:
contextual,.or subtle? .........
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Audience Poll Responses
What would you prioritize as most critical forthe “““""
redevelopment of this site?
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of the historic- the existing new public open
school 3 Keefe development space
building Auditorium potential
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Community Meeting Input Compiled
Wonderful lecation! Gottecting tne history ol the site as on open space
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Breakout Responses
Density Themes
Low density might be contextual, but will not alleviate lack of
housing, solve the housing affordability problem, or maximize
development of the site.
Mid-rise density most widely supported. Should be balanced with
open space for the community.
People want open space, but understand the financial burden and
lack of affordable housing in Nashua.
Program Themes
Residential is most needed.
Preservation and renovation of the Keefe is very important and
would maintain an arts and cultural component on the site.
Mixed use can add vibrancy and was most widely supported.
Active recreation for youth and seniors, Skating rinks and pools
are elsewhere in city and not needed. Gyms are needed.
Do not need commercial or retail, unless a smaller retail
component within a mixed use development. Want more
restaurants and cafes, less stores.
More for the community/neighbors than a destination attractor
Open space is good. Want mix of quiet and program that
addresses needs of the neighborhood.
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General Themes
Many supported adaptive reuse of the historic school building,
historic character is worth preserving
Extensive feedback noting the need for affordable, supportive, and
mixed income housing
Consensus for balanced development of the site
Parking needs to be improved
Make sure there is enough shade and trees
Proximity to Adult Learning Center is worth noting
People want space for the community
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Community Meeting Input Compiled
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Community Meeting Input Compiled
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Community Meeting Input Compiled
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Community Meeting Input Compiled
ELM STREET SITE
What are the most critical priorities for the site?
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© 20) THE CITY OF NASHUA ‘The Cate (i
Economic Development
To: __L. Wilshire, President
From: T. Cummings, Director
Ce: Members of the Board of Aldermen
Date: June 9, 2022
Re: Communication — Approval & Place on File A Contract for Professional Engineering
Services related to the Nashua Downtown Riverfront Implementation Project with H.L. Turner
Group
The Tax Increment Financing Development Program and Financing Plan adopted by the Board
through the passage of O-18 -006, states that the City Economic Development Director shall be
the Administrator of the District and shall have the power to, inter alia, “negotiate and sign,
upon the approval of the Board of Aldermen, any contracts relative to the design, engineering,
construction, or operations of any phase or component of the activities proposed under this
Plan.”
A copy of the Professional Engineering Services Contract related to the Nashua Downtown
Riverfront Implementation Project with H.L. Turner Group, Inc., along with Exhibits outlining
the scope and basis for fees as previously approved is attached. As shown the contract is the
City’s standard Professional Engineer services contract.
It was decided to break the work up into a phased approach where prior authorization for specific
tasks will be required. The first phase will be putting specific detail on the cantilevered
boardwalks and a Purchase Order will be issued for $350,000.00 to H.L. Turner for their design
services. It is anticipated that as work is completed additional authorization would occur. The
total contract is for $404,340.00 and the source of funds is the TIF account created to implement
the downtown riverfront project.
