Smart Streets Design Plan | Buffalo, NY

Public Meeting #4 - December 5, 2023 at Seneca One TowerWithin Reach: Smart Streets Design Plan & Waterfront Accessibility

Please join us for our final public meeting on this initiative! AT the meeting, you can learn more about recommendations for public infrastructure improvements in the and integration of Smart City solutions!

Register for the FREE event here:Public Meeting #3 - September 28, 2023 at Seneca One Tower & PlazaWithin Reach: Smart Streets Design Plan

At the third public meeting for the plan, initial concepts for the proposed Flexible Smart Street Corridor were shared with the community. After review and analysis of eligible street segments in the downtown neighborhood and thought review of community feedback, a portion of Washington Street was selected for the flexible corridor. At the meeting, residents were asked to give direct feedback on the design of the corridor. Use our online platform here to provide your feedback on the initial concepts! 

Public Meeting #2 - June 15, 2023 on East Mohawk Street, between Washington & EllicottWithin Reach: Smart Streets Outdoor Event 

The second public meeting was held on June 15, 2023 to showcase the current trends of travel to downtown Buffalo and to envision what a elements of a flexible smart street may look like. Residents were able to review and leave comments on the displayed information using both physical and digital means, and give direct feedback on the project. Information captured at this meeting is being used to inform the planning process. Participants of the event had the chance to test ride electric scooters and electric bicycles, experience smart technology demonstrations, and street art. Updates from the Buffalo Urban Development Corporation's Downtown Waterfront Improvements plan and Buffalo Civic Auto Ramps Inc. Mohawk Ramp Project was available for public comment as well during the event. Materials provided at the meeting are linked below.

Public Meeting #1 - March 1, 2023 at Seneca One TowerWithin Reach: Downtown Smart Streets & Waterfront Accessibility

The first public meeting was held on March 1, 2023 to kick off the project with the public, present preliminary project goals, and gain feedback on preliminary issues with curbside use and general mobility throughout the study area. The meeting was held in conjunction with Buffalo Urban Development Corporation's Downtown Waterfront Improvements planning effort, to ensure a holistic vision for the future of Downtown Buffalo. Residents were able to discuss the project with the City, Stantec, and BUDC team, and give direct feedback on the project. Information captured at this meeting is being used to inform the planning process. Materials provided at the meeting are linked below.