Post on 23-Aug-2020
Master Plan Public Meeting #1
June 21, 2018
▪ Welcome and Introductions
▪ Formal Presentation:
• Project Overview
• Snapshot of Maynard
• Audience Polling Exercise
▪ General Questions and Answers
▪ Break-out Group Discussions
▪ Group Report Backs
▪ Next Steps
▪ Exit Exercise: What is your vision for Maynard?
Agenda
▪ Basic Master Plan Process
• Existing Conditions and Trends Analysis
• Public Participation
1• Draft Master
Plan
• Public Participation
2 Final Master Plan3 The Living
Master Plan4
Vision, Goals and Policies
Land Use
Housing
Economic Development
Natural and Cultural Resources
Open Space and Recreation
Public Services and Facilities
Transportation and Circulation
Implementation
Purpose of the Master Plan
PLAN ELEMENTS
Project Schedule
Schedule
Existing Conditions: Snapshot of Maynard
Snapshot of Maynard
Snapshot of Maynard
– Land Use
Snapshot of Maynard – Land Use
1999-2005 Change 1971-2005 Change
Agriculture -64.6% -75.8%
Open Undeveloped Land -38.9% -54.4%
Commercial 59.6% 59.6%
Industrial/Transportation/Mining -51.9% -34.5%
Higher Density Residential 12.5% 54.9%
Medium Density Residential -16.6% -3.5%
Low Density Residential -24.8% 12.7%
Urban Open/Institutional/Recreation -16.8% -11.6%
Natural Land/Undisturbed Vegetation 17.9% 2.0%
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500.0
1,000.0
1,500.0
2,000.0
2,500.0
3,000.0
3,500.0
4,000.0
1971 1985 1999 2005
Land Cover Distribution, 1971 to 2005
Industrial/Transportation/Mining
Natural Land/Undisturbed Vegetation
Urban Open/Institutional/Recreation
Low Density Residential
Medium Density Residential
Higher Density Residential
Commercial
Open Undeveloped Land
Agriculture
Snapshot of Maynard – Land Use
26%
24%23%
11%
6%
3%3%
2%
1% 1% 0%
Single Family Residential Recreation/Institutional/Urban Open Other
Industrial/Transportation Multi-Family Residential Open Undeveloped
Commercial Water Apartments and Other Residential
Agricultural Natural/Undisturbed Vegetation
Land Use Percent of Total
Single Family Residential 26.3
Recreation/Institutional/Urban Open 23.6
Other 23.2
Industrial/Transportation 10.8
Multi-Family Residential 5.5
Open Undeveloped 3.2
Commercial 2.5
Water 2.1
Apartments and Other Residential 1.4
Agricultural 1.3
Natural/Undisturbed Vegetation 0.1
Land Use Distribution
Snapshot of Maynard – Land Use
Zoning Distribution
29.1%
26.1%
20.9%
9.6%
7.7%
2.4%
2.0% 1.0%1.2%
S-1: Single Residence Districts (Mid-Density)
OS: Open Space Districts
S-2: Single Residence Districts (Lower Density)
I: Industrial Districts
GR: General Residence Districts (High Density)
GA: Garden Apartment Districts
B: Business Districts
CB: Central Business Districts
HI: Health Care/Industrial District
Snapshot of Maynard – Land Use
Maynard contains several Overlay Districts including:▪ Neighborhood Business Overlay District– Encourages the mixed-use development of large land areas
– Includes the 129 Parker Street Development Project
▪ Downtown Mixed-Use Overlay District (DOD) – Purpose is to foster vibrant, attractive, and durable Downtown
▪ Flood Plain District – Includes special flood hazard areas (Zone A and AE; FEMA)
▪ Water Supply Protection District– Protects the quality of groundwater and surface water supplies
Snapshot of Maynard – Economic Development
Snapshot of Maynard – Economic Development
▪ The largest employment sectors in Maynard are:1) Professional & Technical Services
2) Accommodation & Food Service
3) Retail Trade
Source: State of MA, Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development
NAICS Code - Industry 2011 2016 Annual % Change 2011 2016 Annual % Change
23 - Construction 129 146 2.7% 34 36 1.2%
31-33 - Manufacturing 99 236 27.7% 6 6 0.0%
42 - Wholesale Trade 84 39 -10.7% 17 15 -2.4%
44-45 - Retail Trade 255 211 -3% 35 29 -3%
52 - Finance and Insurance 58 48 -3% 9 7 -4%
53 - Real Estate and Rental and Leasing 54 34 -8% 17 7 -12%
54 - Professional and Technical Services 469 439 -1% 75 61 -4%
56 - Administrative and Waste Services 84 133 12% 26 21 -4%
62 - Health Care and Social Assistance 110 121 2% 14 32 26%
72 - Accommodation and Food Services 493 465 -1% 21 24 3%
81 - Other Services, Except Public Administration 125 91 -5% 28 27 -1%
92 - Public Administration 146 321 24% 6 7 3%
Total, All Industries 2,106 2,284 1.7% 288 272 -1.1%
Avg Employment Number of Establishments
Snapshot of Maynard – Economic Development
Source: ESRI BAO
Employment Density in Maynard & Surrounding towns
Snapshot of Maynard – Economic Development
Maynard Crossing
Current & Future Developments:
▪ Maynard Crossing/129 Park St▪ 296,000 sf mixed use development▪ 323 residential units (senior living &
market rate)▪ Gruber Furniture▪ 28 units
▪ Powder Mill Place▪ Joint project between Maynard &
Acton▪ Maynard portion will feature 74 units
(including 19 affordable)
Snapshot of Maynard – Housing
Maynard adopted its Housing Production Plan in 2016, prepared by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC)▪ Both the number of households and total population are projected
to increase over the next decade
10,325 10,433 10,106 10,193 10,308
4,051 4,292 4,239 4,497 4,713
3,000
4,500
6,000
7,500
9,000
10,500
12,000
1990 2000 2010 2020 2030
Population Households
Total & Projected Population and Households, 1990 - 2030
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2012-2016, MAPC Projections
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500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
3,500
4,000
Under 5years
5-19 20-34 35-54 55-64 65-84 85 yearsand over
2016 2000
Snapshot of Maynard – Housing
▪ The population in Maynard is aging, with the largest
growth between 2000 and 2016 in age cohorts 55 to
64 and 65 to 84
▪ Currently, approximately 15 percent of the Maynard population is individuals age 65 or older living
alone.
Population Change by Age Group, 2000 - 2016
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2012-2016
Snapshot of Maynard – Housing
▪ Maynard’s housing stock is primarily single-family units
– However, multi-family development (3 units or more) compose approximately 18
percent of the housing stock
– Prices for single-family and condominium units have increased substantially since 2012, although rental rates have remained on the lower end for the area.
Units in Structure
2000
Number Percent
2016
Number Percent
Percent Change
2000-2016Single family, detached
2,745 62.3% 2,944 62.0% 7.2%
Single family, attached
316 7.2% 598 12.6% 89.2%
2 units 430 9.8% 342 7.2% -20.5%3 or 4 units 278 6.3% 281 5.9% 1.1%5 to 9 units 342 7.8% 190 4.0% -44.4%10 to 19 units 188 4.3% 264 5.6% 40.4%20 or more units 72 1.6% 77 1.6% 6.9%50 or more units 35 0.8% 49 1.0% 40.0%Total housing units 4,406 100.0% 4,745 100.0% 7.7%
Snapshot of Maynard – Historic & Cultural Resources
▪ National Register-Listed:– Glenwood Cemetery
▪ Inventoried Resources:– 13 Areas
– 63 Individual Resources
– 125 additional surveyed properties
▪ Archaeological Sites:– 28 Pre-Contact*
– 15 Post-Contact* Before European contact with Native Americans
Glenwood Cemetery
Snapshot of Maynard – Historic & Cultural Resources
▪ Historic Resource Regulations▪ Demolition Delay:
• Applies to Significant Buildings
• Waiting period is 12 months; National Register-listed properties 18 months
• Detailed procedure guide, application form, and List of Historic Significant Properties available on Historical Commission website
▪ Key Stakeholders▪ Maynard Historical Commission▪ Community Preservation Commission (CPC)▪ Maynard Historical Society▪ Maynard Public Library – Local History Collection
Snapshot of Maynard – Historic & Cultural Resources
▪ Recent & Current Initiatives
▪ Historic marker program▪ Maynard Historical Walking Tours▪ Residential Historical Plaques
Program▪ Glenwood Cemetery Fence
Restoration▪ Town Scale Restoration▪ Maynard 2021: Sesquicentennial
Planning▪ Historic Preservation Guide▪ Inventory Update
Historic House Plaque Program
Snapshot of Maynard – Historic & Cultural Resources
Cultural Resources and Events:
▪ Maynard Cultural Council▪ Assabet Village Cultural District▪ ArtSpace Maynard▪ Fine Arts Theater▪ Maynard Public Library▪ Maynard Fest▪ Spring Art Walk▪ Maynard as a Canvas
C/w: Maynard Arts Council, ArtSpace Maynard, Fine Arts
Theater, Maynard Library
Snapshot of Maynard – Open Space & Recreation
Our community enjoys…
▪ Assabet River, Rail Trail, & National Wildlife Refuge
▪ Veterans Memorial Park (Redesign In-Progress)
▪ Honey Bee Meadow at ArtSpace
▪ The School Woods
▪ Glenwood Cemetery
▪ Rockland Avenue Soccer Fields
▪ Ice House Landing
▪ Reo Road Tot Lot, Carbone Park, Coolidge Park
▪ Maynard Golf Course
▪ Boys and Girls Club of Assabet Valley
2%3%
4%
7% 6%
17% 18%
20%
25%
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
Less than10
minutes
10 to 14minutes
15 to 19minutes
20 to 24minutes
25 to 29minutes
30 to 34minutes
35 to 44minutes
45 to 59minutes
60 ormore
minutes
Snapshot of Maynard – Transportation
▪ Maynard does not have access to commuter rail, but the CrossTown
Connect shuttle links downtown Maynard and the South Acton Commuter Rail Station– The new Assabet River
Rail Trail now provides commuters the opportunity to reach the Commuter Rail station by bike
Source: 2012–2016 American Community Survey 5 Year Estimates
Travel Time to Work
Snapshot of Maynard – Transportation
▪ Maynard can be considered a “bedroom community” where the majority of employees commute elsewhere to work– Of 5,400 employed residents, 8 percent
work in Maynard
– Average commute time is 35 – 44
minutes
▪ The 2 most common routes are:1) Eastbound along Route 2
2) I-90 corridor
Boston
Maynard
Concord
Waltham
Acton
Cambridge
Framingham
NewtonMarlborough
Sudbury
Other Municipalities
WHERE WORKERS ARE EMPLOYED
Source: LED On the Map US Census 2015, All Primary Jobs
Snapshot of Maynard – Transportation
▪ The Town maintains 63 percent
of all roadways
Roadway Jurisdiction Total Miles
Unaccepted 24.2
MassDOT 0.04
Town 41.3
Other 0.14
Total 65.7
Snapshot of Maynard – Transportation
▪ The Town roadways are relatively safe: – From 2011 – 2015, the Town averaged 108
crashes per year
– There were 8 crashes involving pedestrians
+ 8 crashes involving bicycles
▪ The intersection of Parker/Waltham St
at Powdermill Rd is the most dangerous intersection with 6.6 average crashes/year
▪ Road Safety Audit (RSA) would be necessary prior to any improvements since this intersection is listed on MassDOT’s high-crash cluster (HSIP)
Snapshot of Maynard – Transportation
▪ The Town is active in the MassDOT’s Complete
Streets Program
– Adopted Policy in 2016
– Finalized Prioritization Plan in April 2017
– Received funding in March 2018
▪ Downtown Parking Study (MAPC, 2017)– Enough spots to meet demand, but improvements can be made
– However, as Downtown grows/reoccupies, parking demand may increase
– Pilot Program: Parking managed through a two-hour limit at covered meters
Snapshot of Maynard – Public Facilities & Services
Public Works
▪ Maintains Town-owned roads and sidewalks, and all municipal parking and storm drain infrastructure
▪ Goals:– Maintenance of aging
infrastructure
– Increase and update roadway and traffic signage
– Replace aging sewer pipes, lining, and manholes
– Protect and enhance Town’s tree canopy
– Consider roadway diet on Main St
Snapshot of Maynard – Public Facilities & Services
Police Department
▪ New station opened in 2009; attached to Town Hall
▪ 21 officers + 8-10 on-call
▪ Goals– Communication upgrades and
replaceable portable radios
– Maynard Crossing and greater traffic along the Assabet River Rail Trail may increase calls
Snapshot of Maynard – Public Facilities & Services
Fire Department
▪ Handled over 3,000 emergency responses in 2017
▪ Many structures in Maynard do not have sprinkler systems
▪ Goals– Add another pumper within the
next 4 years
– Construct a new fire station: current facilities over 60 years old
– Determine realistic staffing needs for present and future : Maynard Crossing Development may increase demand for inspectional service and increase call volume
– Transition to regional dispatch
Snapshot of Maynard – Public Facilities & Services
Library
▪ Roosevelt school converted to a new library; opened in 2006
▪ 75,000 books in circulation
▪ Goals– Additional permanent staff in
order to maintain programs and services
Snapshot of Maynard – Public Facilities & Services
Recreation
▪ Organizes recreational basketball, athletic fitness, soccer, baseball, and football for youth & adults
▪ Goals– Update and expand overused
outdoor facilities
– Comprehensive renovation planned for Fowler School field complex
– Future expansion considerations: winter skating rink, public swimming pool, community gardens
Snapshot of Maynard – Public Facilities & Services
Council on Aging + Senior Center
▪ Offers activities such as fitness classes, artistic and recreational activities, intergenerational programs, and cultural events
▪ Goals– Consider a new location for the
undersized Senior Center
Snapshot of Maynard – Education
Green Meadow School (Preschool – 3)
Ongoing Challenges:▪ Green Meadow is aging and in need of replacement▪ Budget reductions required for Fiscal Year 2018 may result in
decreased maintenance, communication, and other services▪ Increase in English Learners populations will likely necessitate
additional staffing
Fowler School (Grades 4-8) Maynard High School (Grades 9-12)
Community Development Principles
▪ Vision:– Maynard is a community of neighborhoods which strive to preserve and
enhance its essential character as a diverse, economically vibrant,
welcoming community with a wide range of housing opportunities, a
rich cultural heritage, natural attractions and open spaces. This, couples
with an attractive, accessible, pedestrian-friendly downtown firmly
establishes Maynard as a desirable destination for people in the region.
We strive to maintain that which characterizes Maynard today while
fully exploiting available opportunities with a discipline that balances
protection of natural resources with economic growth.
Community Development Principles
▪ Many chapters and topics in the Master Plan overlap and could align with the existing Community Development Principles:1. Concentrate Development and Integrate Land Uses
2. Protect the Village Character of Downtown Maynard
3. Redevelop and Re-use
4. Use Natural Resources Wisely
5. Expand Housing Opportunities
6. Provide a Variety of Transportation Choices
7. Respect Cultural and Historic Resources
8. Protect Land and Ecosystems
9. Make Effective Decisions
10. Manage Infrastructure Effectively
Audience Polling Exercise
What is your favorite thing to do in your spare time? (1/12)
1. Watch TV
2. Gardening
3. Go shopping
4. Outdoor sports
5. Come to interesting public
meetings like this one
6. Other things
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
26%
14%
30%
7%
9%
14%
Do you live or work in Maynard? (2/12)
1. I live in Maynard
2. I work in Maynard
3. I live and work in Maynard
1. 2. 3.
78%
20%
2%
What are the biggest obstacles to improving quality of life in
Maynard? Choose the top two problems that you think our
community needs to address first. (3/12)
1. Lack of economic vitality 2. Inadequate housing inventory3. Aging infrastructure 4. Traffic congestion and safety
hazards 5. Affordability6. Lack of vibrancy in Downtown7. Lack of long-term planning8. Budget Concerns9. Other
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
14%
3%
18%
8%
3%
24%
9%
10%
13%
What are the major land use issues/concerns within
Maynard? Choose the top two. (4/12)
1. Lack of mixed use development 2. Conflicting land uses (e.g., industrial and
residential developments)3. Vacant and/or underutilized lands4. Code enforcement5. Vacancy within established commercial
corridors/nodes6. Protection for open space and sensitive
areas7. Development in hazard areas (e.g., flood
zones)8. Other
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
11%
8%
13%
8%9%
13%
27%
13%
What economic development opportunities do you see
happening in the future? Choose all that apply. (5/12)
1. Diversity in jobs and businesses 2. More retail and shopping 3. Increased variety of housing
choices 4. More industrial and
manufacturing jobs 5. More investment in “main street”
businesses6. Fostering “green” businesses7. Targeted residential development8. Other
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
11%
16%
12%
6%
9%
14%
23%
10%
What are the most important housing needs? Choose
the top two. (6/12)
1. Keep future residential development in or near existing/established residential areas
2. More housing options for seniors3. More multi-family developments4. More affordable housing 5. More rental housing on the market6. Maintain and enhance existing
housing stock 7. Other
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
14%
26%
3%
7%
25%
1%
25%
What are the Town’s two most pressing transportation
needs? (7/12)
1. Improve roadway conditions2. Build and/or repair sidewalks3. Reduce traffic congestion4. Provide public transit options5. Increase bicycle/pedestrian
access6. Improve safety for all
transportation modes7. Other 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
14%
33%
5%
3%
17%
9%
18%
What are the most important natural resource needs in
Maynard? Choose the top two. (8/12)
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
47%
14%
3%
22%
8%
5%
1. Protect water resources for improvedwater quality
2. Protect/restore natural habitats andsensitive lands
3. Understand and mitigate ourcontribution to climate change (e.g.,greenhouse gas emissions)
4. Better manage flooding associated withthe Assabet River and its tributarysystem
5. Encourage development that enhancesand respects natural topography
6. Other
What are the most important sustainability issues
facing Maynard? Choose the top two. (9/12)
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
43%
4%6%
3%
32%
3%
9%
1. Sustaining the Town’s long-termoperations from a financial perspective
2. Addressing issues of community healthand equity (i.e., fair opportunity for all)
3. Planning for the long-term impacts ofclimate change
4. Updating our public facilities to reduceour energy consumption
5. Provide for solid waste reduction andincreased diversion
6. Encourage water conservation and planfor lasting water supply
7. Other
Which do you think are the most important goals for
Maynard’s historic resources? Choose the top three. (10/12)
1. Study/understand additional historicresources and neighborhoods
2. Educate the community on the importance ofMaynard’s history and associated resources
3. Preserve neighborhood character andlivability
4. Establish financial incentives and resources toencourage rehabilitation/renovation
5. Provide resources and information forowners of older houses regardingmaintenance and upgrades
6. Identify reuse options for vacant/underusedhistoric buildings
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
13%12%
30%
10%
16%
18%
What are the two most important public facility and
service needs in Maynard? (11/12)
1. Rehabilitate/replace Town-owned infrastructure (e.g., water distribution pipelines, sidewalks, etc.)
2. Expand water and sewer connections3. Improve schools4. Enhance public safety (police and fire)5. Provide additional senior services6. Improve access to public facilities and
spaces7. Update and expand recreation facilities8. Other
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
39%
11%
14%
0%
5%4%
18%
9%
What do you believe is missing from your
Downtown? Choose the top three. (12/12)
1. Curb appeal (e.g., planters, benches, sidewalk art, etc.)
2. Access for users of all transportation modes
3. Regular events4. Branding, as defined by local
businesses and residents5. Adequate parking (i.e., number of
spaces and locations)6. Gathering spaces7. Other
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
22%
10%
15%
4%
18%
11%
20%
General Questions
• Elect a spokesperson for reporting back to the larger audience
• Remember, everyone gets a chance to talk
• Have Fun!
Break-out Groups
Break-out Groups
Land Use
Housing
Economic Development
Natural, Historic and Cultural Resources
Open Space and Recreation
Public Services and Facilities
Transportation and Circulation
Report Back
• Finalize Existing Conditions
• Draft Vision Statement
• Prepare Preliminary list of Goals
• Project Website:
www.maynardmp.com
• Online Survey – Tell your
neighbors and friends!
Next Steps
Exit Exercise
What is your Vision for the
future of Maynard?
Write your response on a Post-it
note and affix to the sheet at the
sign-in table.
Thank You
Geoffrey Morrison-Logan, Principal
GLogan@VHB.com - 617.607.6134
Donny Goris-Kolb, Senior Environmental and Sustainability PlannerDGoris-Kolb@vhb.com - 617.607.2140