PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT

Redevelopment of Soldotna's downtown area is an opportunity to strengthen the heart of our community. Local feedback is important to the project team in identifying community values and goals for potential redevelopment in the project area.

Project Process & Timeline

Project Initiation: Set the Game Plan

During the initiation phase, the project focused on connecting with City leadership, stakeholders, a project advisory committee, and the public. This involved defining the project scope, examining background information, and evaluating the area's physical, economic and regulatory factors that impact downtown redevelopment. Through individual meetings and a community workshop, a vision and guiding principles were identified and confirmed to align with and support the project objectives.

Build the Vision: Identify the Possibilities

Directed by City staff with guidance from the City Council, the project team crafted scenarios for land use, circulation, and infrastructure. These scenarios included two riverfront-focused development options and context-specifi circulation enhancements that reflect community-supported land uses and improved accessibility. The evaluation of scenarios considered the project objectives and technical analysis findings on feasibilty, traffic, mobility, environmental conditions, and utilities infrastructure.

Plan for Success: Create the Road Map

Shaped by community input, the riverfront redevelopment plan reflects shared community values. The development strategy outlines projects, priorities, costs, and financial approaches. Policy and regulatory recommendations ensure projects align with community goals. An action plan details the schedule, roles, and responsibilities for plan implementation across the near, medium, and long-term.