Reimagining Urban Mobility & Public Spaces for a Sustainable Future Connecting Bayview: Green Paths and Public Spaces
Introduction Bayview, a fast-growing seaside city, faces challenges from rapid expansion: - Traffic congestion & car dependence - Poor public transportation - Unsafe pedestrian & bicycle routes - Air pollution & environmental degradation - Inequitable access for low-income residents Goal: Create sustainable, inclusive, and connected transportation & public spaces.
Background Urban planning frameworks addressing similar issues: - 15-Minute City (Paris): Walkable, mixed-use communities. - Transit-Oriented Development (Portland): Dense, mixed-use hubs around transit. Key Benefits: - Reduced car dependence & emissions - Improved quality of life - More equitable access to mobility
How I Looked at the Problem Analysis focused on: - Urban sprawl impacts: environment, equity, transport. - Case studies: Complete Streets, TOD, 15-Minute City. - Scenario analysis to integrate social, environmental, and economic factors.
What I Found Key Findings: 1. Car dependence → congestion, pollution, poor land use. 2. Inadequate public transport → limited access. 3. Unsafe roads for pedestrians & cyclists. 4. Lack of compact, connected neighborhoods. 5. Environmental & health risks from emissions. 6. Equity concerns for low-income communities.
What I Suggest Strategies for Bayview: - Transit-Oriented Development (TOD): mixed-use, affordable housing near transit. - Complete Streets: sidewalks, bike lanes, greenery, safe crossings. - 15-Minute City: services, schools, jobs within walking/biking distance. - Green Infrastructure: parks, trees, stormwater systems. - Equity & Inclusion: subsidies, community involvement, anti-displacement. - Vibrant Public Spaces: safe, accessible plazas and parks.
Conclusion Bayview’s current car-centric growth is unsustainable and inequitable. By implementing: - Complete Streets with greenery landscapes - TOD - 15-Minute City - Green Infrastructure → Bayview can become a resilient, inclusive, and livable city. Future: A city that thrives with equity, sustainability, and community vitality.
Bayview Sustainable Mobility Framework City Core (Bayview) Transit-Oriented Development Complete Streets 15-Minute City Green Infrastructure Equity & Inclusion Public Spaces