Chinatown Masterplan 2010 continues to make headway
Nov 6, 2009
By Natalie Ornell
On October 29, the Chinatown Gateway Coalition held its third meeting at the ACDC Metropolitan room addressing Chinatown’s Goals and Visions for 2010. The meeting began with an introduction and PowerPoint Presentation from Kye Liang and other committee members. Attendees had the opportunity to circle the room and discuss a wide array of community priorities like housing, the environment, and community building with volunteers.
The presentation stated that Chinatown will be a sustainable neighborhood that will survive and thrive, a vibrant hub of the regional Asian community, and a gateway for new immigrants that provides needed services and housing.
Richard Wong, Managing Director for South Cove Nursing facilities foundation on Shawmut Avenue said, “We want to expand our facility from adding 40-50 to 140-150 beds. This study is important as we look at visions for Chinatown.”
Chinatown Gateway coalition is sponsoring the Chinatown 2010 study which began in the spring of 2009.
The audience was packed and many community members had attended the previous meetings.
Community Planner Sue Brown said, “One of the things residents are most concerned about is housing. I think they want to keep the authenticity and heart of community intact. They want to make sure that the Asian Community and culture thrives. A lot of people are being turned to go out of town. The committee has also done youth focus groups. Kye met with parents.”
Liang said, “We’ve tried to get youth more involved at the Oak Street Youth Center. That’s how we collect data. We got input from families who suggested a community center for special needs.”
Civic Action Coordinator Lisette Le felt that the Master plan is a solid way to evaluate the neighborhood and create goals.
“There’s a lot of moving parts to Chinatown. Chinatown represents housing, community, gentrification, rising rents, and limited parking. The Masterplan is the best way to see what’s our priority.”
The next part of the plan is Phase II: Developing an Action plan. As the committee continues to develop the Action Plan the key issues will be kept at the forefront: Economic Development, Housing, Civic Space, Public Safety, Environment and Health, Compatible Edges, Community Identity and Cultural Heritage.
Natalie Ornell is a Sampan correspondent.
On October 29, the Chinatown Gateway Coalition held its third meeting at the ACDC Metropolitan room addressing Chinatown’s Goals and Visions for 2010. The meeting began with an introduction and PowerPoint Presentation from Kye Liang and other committee members. Attendees had the opportunity to circle the room and discuss a wide array of community priorities like housing, the environment, and community building with volunteers.
The presentation stated that Chinatown will be a sustainable neighborhood that will survive and thrive, a vibrant hub of the regional Asian community, and a gateway for new immigrants that provides needed services and housing.
Richard Wong, Managing Director for South Cove Nursing facilities foundation on Shawmut Avenue said, “We want to expand our facility from adding 40-50 to 140-150 beds. This study is important as we look at visions for Chinatown.”
Chinatown Gateway coalition is sponsoring the Chinatown 2010 study which began in the spring of 2009.
The audience was packed and many community members had attended the previous meetings.
Community Planner Sue Brown said, “One of the things residents are most concerned about is housing. I think they want to keep the authenticity and heart of community intact. They want to make sure that the Asian Community and culture thrives. A lot of people are being turned to go out of town. The committee has also done youth focus groups. Kye met with parents.”
Liang said, “We’ve tried to get youth more involved at the Oak Street Youth Center. That’s how we collect data. We got input from families who suggested a community center for special needs.”
Civic Action Coordinator Lisette Le felt that the Master plan is a solid way to evaluate the neighborhood and create goals.
“There’s a lot of moving parts to Chinatown. Chinatown represents housing, community, gentrification, rising rents, and limited parking. The Masterplan is the best way to see what’s our priority.”
The next part of the plan is Phase II: Developing an Action plan. As the committee continues to develop the Action Plan the key issues will be kept at the forefront: Economic Development, Housing, Civic Space, Public Safety, Environment and Health, Compatible Edges, Community Identity and Cultural Heritage.
Natalie Ornell is a Sampan correspondent.
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