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Hamlet of West Falls NY Forward (NYF) Public Workshop #1 Feedback Form

Were you unable to attend the first West Falls NYF Public Workshop but would still like to provide your insights on the community and feedback on potential projects? Then please considering taking 10 minutes to compete this feedback form. Thank you!
1.NY Forward 101: Do you have any general questions about the NY Forward process, timeline, submitting ideas or feedback, or submitting a project for funding?
2.Please provide your feedback on the West Falls NY Forward Draft Vision Statement found below:

"West Falls will embrace its historic role as a principal rural center along the Cazenovia Creek by leveraging its natural assets, unique hamlet atmosphere, and vibrant community engagement to foster a welcoming, walkable, green community for its residents and visitors with intriguing local amenities and healthy, family-oriented outdoor and cultural activities."
3.If you had to choose one word to describe West Falls, what would it be?
4.How do you envision West Falls 5 to 10 years from now?
5.What steps can be taken to make West Falls greener and more sustainable?
6.How can we capitalize on West Falls' natural assets to attract visitors?
7.What enhancements can be made to public spaces to create a more welcoming atmosphere?
8.How can we encourage alternative modes of transportation such as walking and cycling?
9.What types of local amenities would be most appealing to residents and visitors?
10.What would you do to the hamlet center with $4.5 million?

West Falls NYF Boundary

Share your project ideas!
The following questions are to gather feedback on example projects that were included in the Village's 2023 NY Forward Application. While a number of example projects have been identified, applications are being accepted for other project ideas.
11.Example Project #1: Expanding the agritourism complex at the Blueberry Treehouse Farm

Complete exterior and interior upgrades to the general store, landscaping improvements throughout the property, and improvements to the commercial and residential spaces.

Blueberry Treehouse

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12.Example Project #2: Renovations to the West Falls Center for the Arts

Install a new facade and signage at the front of the center, construct an outdoor concert space, and renovate the interior to accommodate larger events.

Center for the Arts

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13.Example Project #3: Convert West Falls Depot into a Business Space

Complete exterior restoration to the historic structure, conduct landscaping and site work, and add a historic caboose to the site.

Depot

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14.Example Project #4: Develop the Multi-Use Erie Cattaraugus Rail Trail

Surface the trail, complete drainage upgrades, add parking and trailheads, and install signage and markers.

ECRT Trail

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15.Example Project #5: Renovate the Dog Bar

Make energy efficiency and electrical upgrades, make the building ADA compliant, install new siding and porch, and upgrade the 2nd floor residential space.

Dog Bar

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16.Example Project #6: Renovate the Florence Agora Market Store

Convert the building into a grocery store, complete exterior restoration and add a mural, add patio space, energy efficient upgrades, and ADA improvements.

Florence Agora

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17.Example Project #7: Renovate the West Falls-Colden Library

Complete exterior upgrades and add new windows, landscaping work, energy efficiency upgrades, and install elevator and other ADA access improvements.

Library

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18.Example Project #8: Convert Historic General Store into a Multi-Use Building

Add a tower and structural upgrades, improvements to plumbing and septic infrastructure, energy efficiency upgrades, ADA improvements, and apartment renovations.

General Store

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19.Example Project #9: Davis Road Streetscape and Parks Improvements

Complete streetscape improvements along Davis Rd, upgrade the Veterans Park, and improve pedestrian safety.

Streetscpae

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20.Example Project #10: Public Art Installations

In collaboration with the AKG Art Museum, install mural and other pieces of public art along Davis Rd.

Public Art

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21.Example Project #11: Develop a Nature Trail and Sculpture Park

Connect the Blueberry Treehouse Farm, West Falls Center for the Arts, and the Erie Cattaraugus Trail together with a nature trail and sculpture park.

ECRT Trail/Blueberry Treehouse

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Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback! Please visit https://www.westfallsnyforward.com for updates throughout the project.