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Cultural AmenitiesCultural institutions, like museums andtheaters, must be complemented by a widerappreciation of the importance of cultural life inthe community. As noted earlier in this Chapter,perhaps the most critical thing Troy can do toenhance the cultural life of the City is to providethe venue for cultural life to emerge in smallparks and unprogrammed open spaces.The Task Force most closely examining theissue of cultural facilities or events was the Vision2020 Lifestyles Task Force. This group exploreda number of concepts selected to help Troycontinue to grow into a truly diverse, unique,global community. The Lifestyles Task Forceestablished a direct call for the improvementand encouragement of existing and new culturalfacilities in its “Preferred Future 5” which statesthat “In 2020, Troy is a ‘Gotta Have Art’ typeof place, with opportunities to celebrate andexperience all of the fine arts. This preferredfuture describes potential public spaces toexperience art, and suggests music in the parkevents, theater, a symphony, art galleries, andpublic art as areas of focus.Another important area where the City canbe active in introducing cultural amenitiesis the encouragement of diverse, mixed-usedevelopment. One of the many positiveattributes of mixed-use development, whichwill be explored throughout this MasterPlan, is the creation of new areas for socialinteraction. Rather than isolate homes fromentertainment and dining venues, and separateplaces of work from places of play, mixed-usedevelopment is uniquely capable of creatingenergetic, memorable places where a person canexperience new points of view, witness personalexpression, and enjoy a variety of activitieswith other people. While this can be said formany types of communities, those places wheremixed-use development occurs are more likely tosucceed.Troy is home to several notable formalcultural amenities, and is in a regionfamous for its cultural diversity. Someamenities in the City of Troy itself include:• The Troy Museum and Historic Village,which is intended to encourage handsonlearning, especially on topics relatingto Troy’s heritage. The Museum is alsoresponsible for the preservation ofcultural heritage through physicalstructures, collection of artifacts, andarchival materials. The Museum islocated in the former Troy Township andCity Hall.• The Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center is a100 acre sanctuary with a wide range ofprograms, including school programs.• The Troy Public Library is a popular,award winning facility which providesfree wireless internet service. The TroyPublic Library is #1in Michigan amonglibraries serving populations of 50,000or greater per Hennen’s American PublicLibrary Rating Index.• The Ridgedale Playhouse is home tothe Ridgedale Players, one of the oldestcommunity theaters in Michigan. ThePlayers are in their 75th season.Public ArtThe importance of public art can not beoverstated. Many of the great communities ofthe world are identified by their public worksof art. Public art makes a statement that thecommunity supports the arts, and contributesgreatly to the creation of unique, memorableurban places. The City of Troy can supportpublic art by encouraging private developmentto include public art, by reserving public fundsfor art projects, and by pursuing grants for publicart initiatives.26 CHAPTER 3: QUALITY OF LIFE
CITY OF TROY MASTER PLANSurvey ResponsesA primary source from which many of the ideas in this Plan have been derived is the supplemental surveygiven to SGRAT Workshop participants, City department heads, and the Planning Commission. The followingare a selection of questions and responses which helped inform this Chapter.What kind of image do you want people to think of when they are asked about Troy?• Excellent schools, nice residential, strong City government and services, shopping.• A well maintained City with excellent schools, neighborhoods, corporations, and good services.• Home to Walsh College, branches for the University of Phoenix, Central Michigan University, SpringArbor University, ITT Technical Institute and Michigan State University Management Center.What can the City of Troy do to continue to attract world-class businesses?• In cooperation with Troy School district (plus other educational facilities) continue to promote education,diversity of ethnic groups which constitute the vibrant Troy community.• Offer reasonable incentives. Maintain quality infrastructure. Continue to offer quality City services & A++ rated schools. Make it attractive for the business community to also want to live here in Troy.What steps would you take to make Troy a more vibrant and engaging place to live and work?• A need exists for the young teenagers to meet, and hang out in a secure environment. The young adults(18-22 years old) also need a place to meet and congregate. These activities need to be available tothese groups year around.• Add paths and trail system in City; increase property maintenance standards; increase art in publicplaces; create synergy.What is the most important improvement that Troy can make to ensure that all residents haveaccess to safe and efficient transportation?• Create a comprehensive pedestrian pathway system (walking, biking, rollerblading, etc.) that systemwould help to reduce short trip car drives that add to roadway congestion.How can the City better accommodate non-motorized transportation?• Emphasize bike paths. Develop specific requirements for safe walk & bike access.• Increase the numbers of walkable/bikeable areas….more trails and information letting people knowwhere the trails and sidewalks are.• Plan the City in small village components that can service the daily needs of nearby residents by sufficientshopping areas central to each village.What steps would you take to make Troy a more vibrant and engaging place to live and work?• Build an arts center or better venues for music, stand-up comedy, performing arts, night life, etc…, utilizemore mixed use development, and connect these elements with pedestrian pathways.• Develop the Civic Center that becomes a focal point for residents to interact and learn.Many land use issues result between single-family residential areas adjacent properties proposedfor higher density. How can these conflicts be reduced?• Include some “entertainment” areas or common areas for use of both groups.CHAPTER 3: QUALITY OF LIFE27
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