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Chattahoochee RiverWalk

Chattahoochee RiverWalk. Chamber of Commerce Riverfront Committee.

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Chattahoochee RiverWalk

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  1. Chattahoochee RiverWalk Chamber of Commerce Riverfront Committee

  2. Mission Statement“to develop, communicate & exploit all opportunities leveraging the Riverfront District as an asset in our community enhancing the Region’s quality of life, community development and economic development potential”.

  3. Goals of Committee • Improve the maintenance of the RiverWalk • Committee Tour of Riverwalk March 2008 • Tour government officials to make aware of deferred maintenance • Continue to visit RiverWalk and make city aware of issues • Hosted Luncheon w/ Billy Turner, speaker, and key stakeholders to facilitate short and long-term goals for RiverWalk • Enhance Awareness of the RiverWalk • Working on Video/Audio of Riverwalk for PSA’s to CGTV, local TV and Radio, Hotels • Participated in Chamber of Commerce Radio show w/ Mike Gaymon • Participated in CGTV 20 minute TV show • Working on a new, vibrant brochure with CCVB and City showcasing unique features of Riverwalk • Increase Usage of the River Walk • Added key stakeholders to committee: Scott Ressmeyer (Country’s), Cathy Anderson (CSU) • Coordinating with Uptown, Whitewater, CCVB, Parks & Recreation to more agressively promote

  4. The only way to manage it is to “GO SEE IT” Riverfront Committee touring the RiverWalk

  5. Columbus, GA RiverWalk This 16-mile walkway stretches from North-Oliver Dam thru Bibb city, Uptown, Cols South to Ft. Benning!

  6. Phenix City RiverWalk Even more RiverWalk to enjoy!

  7. This picture is the most photographed shot of Columbus- proving the value of this investment in our RiverWalk.

  8. Enhances the quality of life of region.

  9. Earlier photo of first pieces of Public Art was constructed in 1992 on the RiverWalk. The statue of Christopher Columbus to Left and bust of John Amos in right background celebrates the history of our community.

  10. Residents enjoy a wide variety of activities on the RiverWalk Uptown Area of RiverWalk with Eagle & Phenix spillway in distance.

  11. Breathtaking Views! Eagle & Phenix residents enjoy the views from the newest phase of the RiverWalk.

  12. Lots to see and do in Uptown and along the River in Columbus- If you can imagine it, it can be done! Residents enjoy the RiverWalk, Whitewater opportunity and just hanging out in Uptown.

  13. Thank you, Mayor, City Council and City Manager! You listened to our concerns, reviewed current scope of work and budget for RiverWalk, toured to see deferred maintenance and needs, and agreed to move forward on new plan for constant maintenance.

  14. September 2008 City Assessment Items noted that needed to be addressed Much progress has occurred Much more to go!

  15. The RiverWalk is Clean(er) 2 crews work full-time on RiverWalk Re-painting of handrails underway Drains repaired Trash removed daily Restrooms cleaned daily Landscape maintenance

  16. The RiverWalk is Safe! Several users on path most of time 2 city bicycle police now monitor riverwalk daily Uptown beat officer on motorized scooter patrols daily

  17. What areas need additional focus and funding? Replace all signage Repair all railings Pressure-Wash all wall and surface areas Upgrade all restrooms Repair and/or upgrade water fountains Repair Gazebos

  18. Pressure washing all surfaces Formal portion of the RiverWalk was designed to allow for flooding, thus concrete areas are discolored

  19. Need to complete our goal of a continuous RiverWalk. The remaining areas to complete include: • 2,000 lf Oliver Dam • 650 lf Bibb Mill • 500 lf City Mills • 900 lf 13th-14thSt.

  20. Need for a RiverWalk Oversight Committee • Ensure appropriate and timely city maintenance, repair and replacement

  21. “Grand Staircase” almost complete! New grand staircase added to Uptown adjacent to Eagle & Phenix Extension of RiverWalk from Riverclub to 13th St. bridge

  22. RiverWalk Events January 2008 – December 2008 Source: Cols. Parks & Recreation • 1 Special Event • 84 Weddings • 18 Plays • 1 Race • 5 Walks • 1 Fishing Rodeo • 1 Bike Ride • 1 Class Reunion • 2 Feed the Homeless • 1 Exercise Response Team Event

  23. If you build it, . . . they will come! ADDITIONAL INVESTMENT, THAT IS!

  24. CSU River Park Campus is located in Uptown Columbus directly overlooking the RiverWalk. It’s location, with breathtaking views of the River and historic bridges, offers uniqueness that should facilitate strong future growth. CSU River Park Campus

  25. CSU’s footprint has expanded over the last 15 years to include 3 large projects along the RiverWalk. CSU RiverPark Campus School of Arts Oxbow MeadowsEnvironmental Learning Center

  26. The CSU River Park Campus brings over 600 students and faculty to Uptown Columbus every day. CSU River Park Campus

  27. Synovus Center,125,000 sq. ft. bldg constructed on the RiverWalk in 2004. Tenants Includes:* Page Scrantom* Synovus* Pope, McGlamry Synovus Center

  28. Eagle & Phenix Mill • Eagle & Phenix Mill • Mixed Use Development • 88 Residential Condominiums • 25,000sf Retail/Restaurant • Opportunity to activate our Riverfront

  29. Total System Services, Inc. TSYS was able to stay in Uptown Columbus and construct a 600,000 sq. ft. campus along the RiverWalk

  30. Johnston Mill Lofts was the 1st new residential development constructed on the RiverWalk Johnston Mill Lofts

  31. Columbus Convention and Trade Center stands proudly on the shores of the Chattahoochee Rear elevation of Convention and Trade center sits atop the RiverWalk. Columbus Convention and Trade Center

  32. South Commons Softball Complex South Commons • Softball Complex • Civic Center • Memorial Stadium • Golden Park • New Skate Park Coming Soon: New Ice Rink

  33. Port Columbus Civil War Naval Museum celebrates the history of naval wartime boats at the edge of South Commons along the Chattahoochee River.

  34. Rotary Park

  35. Infantry Museum

  36. Whitewater enthusiast enjoy the short but challenging runs below the Eagle & Phenix Mill. The proposed Whitewater will stretch 2 ¼ miles and is estimated to bring hundreds of thousands of visitors a year to the area. Dykes Blackmon enjoys the Whitewater Experience!

  37. Whitewater Opportunity • RiverWalk gave our community a vital, quality identity for Columbus that we were missing. • Region has been looking for an “IT” that would make Columbus unique. • Chance to deliver on our earlier promise of a true “Riverfront Development” plan for Columbus and Phenix City. • For every one person that gets in the water, experts predict 10 people will be there to watch!

  38. Questions?

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