Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Facilitating public input meetings with DDA and nearby businesses (not more than four meetings) 2. Providing several alternative conceptual plans and color renderings for the lot that maximize the best use of the property while providing safe pedestrian access, vehicular movements and efficient snow removal. 3. Design elements should incorporate the use of vegetation to reduce heat island effect, natural storm water filtration features, permeable pavers where appropriate (i.e., sidewalks, bicycle parking areas, parking meter installations and electric car charging areas). 4. Recommendation to the placement and number of electric charging stations along with possible use of compact parking spaces where appropriate. 5. Establishing a theme for the design of this lot is part of a more comprehensive plan for all downtown City lots as described in the Downtown Vision Master Plan. 6. Within Lot 12, the possible inclusion of a drop-off/pick-up area or gathering space while highlighting the entrance into the downtown. 7. Provide an opinion of future construction costs.
