Steps of Downtown Programming
SURVEYING CURRENT ASSETS
Programming starts with a detailed analysis of the physical and human assets that are currently available in the community, defining how they can be used and maximized.
INVENTORYING SPACES
Documenting the available spaces, both built form and civic spaces, rotating site or access limitations
DEFINING OPPORTUNITIES
Just as assets are important, unique opportunities or draw will help provide a well-rounded downtown. Defining their purpose and impact in this step will guide implementation in later phases
DISTRIBUTING AMENITIES
Helping to define the timing, location, and purpose of spaces to create a conceal-and-reveal tactic for downtown circulation improvement
PIECING TOGETHER THE ELEMENTS
After the analysis is completed, and necessary amenities are defined for symbiosis creation, it is time to program the elements to specific locations and define the end-users at a parcel/building level
DEFINING THE RESULTS
KPI creation is a cornerstone of any rural economic development initiative. It is how a community can define if the programming is working or requires changes.
CREATING AN IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK
This framework should provide step-by-step instructions on how to complete necessary programming elements, bus most specifically, define strategies to empower property an business owners on how to take charge and become the catalyst for their community.