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Loading Glossary… Tracy Apr 10 2025 at 7:57AM on page 5
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Consider a trail connection to Outer Limits / Bottom Out junction here and reduce the density and proximity of the planned development closest to the trail system.
Western Gateway Master Plan
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Tracy Apr 10 2025 at 7:56AM on page 5
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Reflect planned trail connections, as this trail goes to a social trail.
Tracy Apr 10 2025 at 7:56AM on page 5
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Ensure shared-use pathways take into account the increased traffic from walkers, hikers and bikers, and this will likely be one of the busiest trailheads on the Red Rock District.
Tracy Apr 10 2025 at 7:54AM on page 5
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Provide the detail of the Forest Service's plans for the Girdner TH to ensure consistency in design, trail connections, shared-use pathways and multi-modal traffic flow.
Tracy Apr 10 2025 at 7:53AM on page 5
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Less than 35 ft. from the Outer Limits trail, which is not reflected in the CFA or any of the Western Gateway Master Plans. Create more of a buffer from the trail system to the development, particularly considering the height of the proposed structures.
kaylee Fryek Apr 8 2025 at 1:24PM on page 3
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This area was purchased with funds from all residents and enjoyed by all, not just the few that will live there. There are housing/building options for high density on Shelby as well as Sunset that are both in town and close to jobs/amenities. Please consider an alternative with no housing whatsoever.
Ideally it has a community center/pool for locals and visitors to enjoy as well as open space & most importantly (and not very costly) is connectivity to the existing trails on USFS. If by some miracle after the Community center is established could look at the amphitheater revitalization.
Ideally it has a community center/pool for locals and visitors to enjoy as well as open space & most importantly (and not very costly) is connectivity to the existing trails on USFS. If by some miracle after the Community center is established could look at the amphitheater revitalization.
Amy Apr 6 2025 at 6:21PM on page 3
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None of these plans provide enough open space or park space. Keep any apartment, townhome, or condo ONE STORY. 250 units total is more than enough. Let's not ruin the beautiful view at our western gateway! Sedona doesn't need any more commercial or retail space, there are MANY vacant storefronts. I agree with transforming the amphitheater into a park and adding trails. The percent of open park space needs to be much higher. This is a chance for Sedona to create a unique and beautiful-mostly natural area, and I hope the actual result doesn't turn out to be a low end cookie cutter development that lessens the beauty and tranquility of Sedona. This is Sedona's chance to do something right, don't blow it!
CN Apr 6 2025 at 7:06AM on page 1
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City Staff, unchecked by City Council, is going too far. At this point, we need to ballot initiatives for any and all development projects on publicly owned lands.
CN Apr 6 2025 at 6:58AM on page 3
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We should have a ballot referendum on this.
CN Apr 6 2025 at 6:48AM on page 3
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Since insurance and fees continue to rise, can I STR my house and move into one of these condos?
CN Apr 6 2025 at 6:39AM on page 3
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The concept may include a balance of housing and community space, but I take issue with the language that there is a "need" for either. It is difficult to believe that we have a housing crisis while large developments that require many dozens of lower wage employees are being approved and built without end. If the City isn't prepared to talk about limits, please don't expect the rest of us to forever bail out the excesses. Please do expect us to be okay with ruining Sedona for future generations with over development so you can make a few more pennies. During peak times, there is already an absurd number of people on popular trails. There are so many people these days that the City felt compelled to spend tens of millions of dollars on a very short bypass road and parking garage. Until the City can articulate a mature long-term vision with limits, many of us will do everything we can to oppose the projects like these.
Michael Schafer Apr 5 2025 at 7:34AM on page 8
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More parking needed here
Michael Schafer Apr 5 2025 at 7:33AM on page 7
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Trailhead parking is an issue all over Sedona. Western Gateway is becoming increasingly popular, especially with locals looking to avoid the Cathedral Rocks/Bell Rock crowds. This trailhead needs more parking.
Susan Gorney Apr 3 2025 at 9:07AM on page 8
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Although the designers are still missing the point on building height and density as they obviously don't live here. This area needs to focus more on what the citizens will use it for not squeezing in hordes of people. Keep a small amphitheater venue, lots of open space, trail parking, restrooms, some court play, permanent space for farmer's market and other craft venues/food stalls. Construct an interior trail system that allows the less able(those who may not be able to endure the long hikes) to enjoy the scenery incorporating a fitness/adventure trail, playground/picnic area. A structure that would house maintenance vehicles, supply, staff, restrooms. The entire area should be fenced with a control gate to close at dusk. The Sedona trail shuttle should also make a stop there. Additionally this area connects to the local hiking/equistrian trails and they should remain connected(yes, I've used them). Nix the housing/retail please. It doesn't belong here.
Susan Gorney Apr 3 2025 at 8:54AM on page 6
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Please reconsider the density of new housing and the height. 2 story max. Also consider the amount of housing development already in the works by the City and other developers in the area(including Toll Brothers and Miramonte right next to it, Villas on Shelby 30 units, Park Place 88 units, 60 Goodrow Lane 54 unit workforce housing, Navajo Lofts 60 units plus the new property purchased by the city next to Dahl & Deluca. That's over 200 new units already in progress. How much more do we need?
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Susan Gorney Apr 3 2025 at 8:29AM on page 5
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Why should there be office space at all. I've seen no documentation suggesting there is a need for this or more retail. Development for the sake of development is not smart.
Susan Gorney Apr 3 2025 at 8:27AM on page 5
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The consultants have obviously not read the Sedona planning documents which is a major failure on their part. 4 story buildings???? Reseaching the character of the City should be a first priority not this first year college planning design which goes beyond all the norms and overcrowds the area and destroys our city.
Susan Gorney Apr 3 2025 at 8:24AM on page 5
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490 housing units???? This is an enormous amount of housing for our small city which if filled would add at least another 1,000 residents plus vehicles plus let's consider an increase burden to infrastructure including police, city maintenance, traffic, impact on resident shopping resources. Enough!!!! That is adding another 10% population to the city.
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Susan Gorney Apr 3 2025 at 8:24AM on page 5
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I disagree with this comment. Sedona is dense enough in population plus all the tourists. Density increases like this only destroy the character of the city. If you want density go to Prescott, Phoenix or Flagstaff.
Jill Apr 3 2025 at 8:05AM on page 5
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Please NO 4 story apartments/condos!. There is enough space dedicated to townhomes/apartments. Can we them at 2 stories.
Carol Apr 3 2025 at 7:31AM on page 7
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Will buildings be seen from trails? This would be a big negative.
More open space is needed, as this was a priority from residents over housing.
More open space is needed, as this was a priority from residents over housing.
Carol Apr 3 2025 at 7:30AM on page 8
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Will the buildings be seen from the trails? This would be a big negative.
The input from residents previously prioritized open space over housing. This concept does not meet that objective. More open space is needed.
The input from residents previously prioritized open space over housing. This concept does not meet that objective. More open space is needed.
Richard Apr 3 2025 at 5:32AM on page 8
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Amount of office space? ILs suggest retail only to support people who live in Western Gateway (min-mart, coffee shop, daycare, etc...), not for tourist use.
Richard Apr 3 2025 at 5:30AM on page 8
Will this plan support a 250-worker size office space? ~65,0000 sq feet?
Richard Apr 3 2025 at 5:29AM on page 8
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This paln has a park and there are venue locations in Sedona already, so this should prioritize more apartments.
Richard Apr 3 2025 at 5:28AM on page 8
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Same comment... where's the parking?
Richard Apr 3 2025 at 5:25AM on page 5
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Put the 250-person office park here. Coconino National Forest is already and open space to the west of this part of the Western Gateway, so, not a priority for this plan.
Richard Apr 3 2025 at 5:23AM on page 5
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Too much non-used area. Sedona has lots of parks around town including venues for music - so this area should be prioritized for apartments and areas to service the owners/renters (mixed used retail for coffee shop, daycare, etc...)
Richard Apr 3 2025 at 5:20AM on page 5
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What is the total square footage of the retail and office spaces in thie proposal? If one were to calculate the common size for a 250-person worth of office space, offices, kitchen, utility room, it would be approximately 64,000 square feet (using "squarefoot.com" as a calculation tool). Adding office space is more important than generatl retail with the exception of retail that directly services the people living here (mini-grocery, coffee shop, daycare center, etc.)
Richard Apr 3 2025 at 5:13AM on page 5
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Why is there no parking at the trailhead? I'd support a Sedona-resident only sticker approach for trailhead access, that is - no public access.
Richard Apr 3 2025 at 5:12AM on page 5
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Why is there surface parking in this plan? Shouldn't parking for each unit/office be under the structure? I understand that the cost of digging into rock is expensive, but there is limited surface space for housing - which is the #1 priority here.
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