Engaging Hallandale Beach: 8th Ave. Complete Streets Project
At DDEC LLC, we believe that great urban design starts with listening to the community. On October 15, 2024, our team had the privilege of hosting a vibrant community engagement event for the City of Hallandale Beach’s 8th Avenue Complete Streets Project. The event, held at Ingalls Park from 2-4 PM, brought together over 50 residents of all ages, creating a dynamic atmosphere of collaboration and creativity.
Event Highlights
Our carefully crafted engagement strategy yielded impressive results:
Diverse Participation: We successfully attracted a wide range of community members, with a notable turnout of families and young residents.
Interactive Displays: Attendees explored visual representations of potential street designs and meaningful discussions about the future of 8th Avenue.
Youth Engagement: We incorporated elements specifically designed to engage younger participants, resulting in valuable insights into their preferences for safe cycling infrastructure.
Key Findings
The event provided a wealth of data and community feedback:
- 71% of respondents primarily use walking as their mode of travel along 8th Avenue.
- 86% identified safer pedestrian crossings as a top priority.
- Children showed a strong preference for separated and protected cycle tracks, highlighting the community’s desire for family-friendly infrastructure.
- 60% of participants supported the implementation of traffic calming measures.
Impact and Next Steps
The success of this event demonstrates DDEC LLC’s expertise in fostering meaningful community dialogue. Our approach not only gathered critical data for the project but also built trust and excitement within the community.
The insights gained from this event will directly inform the design process for the 8th Avenue Complete Streets Project. Our team is now working closely with city officials to translate community preferences into actionable design elements.
