The streetscape improvement project implements the following four Recommended Actions addressing Winslow Tomorrow Challenge #2:

Winslow and Winslow Way remain the community center of island culture and commerce.

1. Rebuild Winslow Way infrastructure — including the street, wider sidewalks, lighting, utilities and low-impact drainage solutions.
   
   

2. Provide amenities on Winslow Way — including trees, gateways, crosswalks, small gardens, seating, art and special treatment of the ravine crossing.
   
   

3. Involve artists, environmentalists, property and business owners and BIDA in the design of Winslow Way.
   
   

4. Improve way-finding — including signing of parking, directional signage and informational kiosks.
   

Physical Limits

The streetscape project improvements are primarily along Winslow Way, extending from Highway 305 on the east to Grow Avenue on the west with minor improvements to intersecting streets: Ericksen, Bjune, Madison and Finch.

Components

In addition to replacing the water, sewer, storm drainage, electrical and cable utilities within the street right-of-way, the the street’s surface features will be improved. Sidewalks will be widened and vehicle travel lanes and parking stalls will be constructed more efficiently. All the components of the design, from street lighting to landscaping to public art will be designed to enhance the eclectic experience of Winslow Way.

Groundwork

This work will build upon the preliminary sketches, conceptual plans and ideas accepted in the City’s Winslow Tomorrow effort. It will continue with extensive business and property owner, artist, special interest, and community involvement to produce design and construction documents for improvements on or near Winslow Way.