Why is parking shown behind or to the side of buildings and not closer to the street?

Embrace Millcreek, the Township’s adopted comprehensive plan, clearly articulates the community’s vision for the West 8th Street corridor. This vision includes stakeholder consensus around creating a ‘Main Street’ feel that accommodates all modes of travel – driving, transit, biking, and walking. Placing parking to the side or rear of buildings rather than between the building and the street reduces conflicts between pedestrians and motorists. It also provides opportunities for landscaping as well as activities such as outdoor eating and sitting areas. Parking is important but it doesn’t need to be front and center.

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1. Why aren’t bike lanes included on W 8th Street?
2. Why is back-in angled parking included on W 8th Street near Colony Plaza?
3. Why is parking shown behind or to the side of buildings and not closer to the street?
4. Why are new buildings on West 8th Street shown so close to the sidewalk?
5. Does this plan say anything about existing businesses (e.g. Sara’s Campground)?
6. Why aren’t protected bike lanes included?
7. How will this work be paid for?
8. Why does the plan propose a roundabout at W. 6th & Peninsula?
9. What changes are you proposing on Presque Isle State Park?