The upcoming City Council meeting on May 22 will address transit center vision plans as part of Austin's Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (ETOD) program. This initiative aims to redefine specific neighborhood areas for redevelopment around Project Connect transit corridors, targeting mixed-income housing, retail, and public spaces. While no opposition surfaced during a recent Council work session, residents expressed concerns about possible displacement and safety issues related to traffic corridors. Despite these concerns, the Planning Commission approved the plans, emphasizing collaboration with city departments to enhance transit user safety.
"The ETOD program, a partnership between the city and Capital Metro, aims to guide redevelopment around transit corridors served by the Project Connect system."
"Plans call for mixed-income residential developments, retail, workforce training opportunities and public plazas or parks."
"Council Member Mike Siegel focused his questioning on safety around the North Austin corridor, emphasizing the need for improved pedestrian and bicycle access across U.S. 183."
"The commission ultimately voted unanimously to approve the plans after a one-month postponement, adding several amendments that addressed community concerns."
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