General Projects - ARCHIVE
Owens Park Neighborhood Association
Copyright 2010-2012 Owens Park Neighborhood Assocation
OPNA is a not for profit voluntary group comprised of residents of Owens Park
OPNA is a not for profit voluntary group comprised of residents of Owens Park
Sign Toppers
Key Contact: Katherine Cargile (kdcargile@gmail.com)
Key Contact: Katherine Cargile (kdcargile@gmail.com)
February 8, 2009
Update letter sent to all neighbors expressing an interest in sponsoring a sign topper - updated per last board meeting:
The OPNA Board has voted to fully fund sign toppers for Plano and Campbell intersections, as well as partially fund (50% to be covered by resident sponsors) sign toppers for Owens intersections. You’ll recall, we are looking for resident sponsors to fully fund sign toppers for all remaining intersections. Despite approval by the OPNA Board, I recommended at our last meeting to put the sign program on hold. As I am also leading the Owens Park perimeter wall effort, I wanted to ensure there is no redundancy and thereby, unnecessary funds being spent. The City is currently finalizing the wall design - their design is calling for entry signs (cast stone embedded in the wall) at each of the Plano and Campbell intersections. Until the design and bid process is finalized, I am recommending that we hold off on purchasing any sign toppers. Given how the bidding process plays out, it may make more sense to reallocate these funds. My goal will always be to get the most “bang for our buck”! I greatly appreciate your patience - I will keep you informed as I have updates, but don’t expect to fully resolve this until the late-April timeframe.
January 20, 2010
Katherine Cargile recommended putting program on hold.
November 17, 2009
Board approved funding of level 1 and 2 sign toppers.
October 20, 2009
Recommending three "levels" of sign toppers:
1. Fully funded by OPNA - Intersections with Campbell Road and Plano Road
2. 50% funded by OPNA / 50% funded by residents - Intersections with Owens Boulevard
3. 100% funded by residents - All remaining intersections
April 28, 2009
Neighbors attending general meeting voted on color (dark red) and logo (galloping horse) for sign toppers.
Update letter sent to all neighbors expressing an interest in sponsoring a sign topper - updated per last board meeting:
The OPNA Board has voted to fully fund sign toppers for Plano and Campbell intersections, as well as partially fund (50% to be covered by resident sponsors) sign toppers for Owens intersections. You’ll recall, we are looking for resident sponsors to fully fund sign toppers for all remaining intersections. Despite approval by the OPNA Board, I recommended at our last meeting to put the sign program on hold. As I am also leading the Owens Park perimeter wall effort, I wanted to ensure there is no redundancy and thereby, unnecessary funds being spent. The City is currently finalizing the wall design - their design is calling for entry signs (cast stone embedded in the wall) at each of the Plano and Campbell intersections. Until the design and bid process is finalized, I am recommending that we hold off on purchasing any sign toppers. Given how the bidding process plays out, it may make more sense to reallocate these funds. My goal will always be to get the most “bang for our buck”! I greatly appreciate your patience - I will keep you informed as I have updates, but don’t expect to fully resolve this until the late-April timeframe.
January 20, 2010
Katherine Cargile recommended putting program on hold.
November 17, 2009
Board approved funding of level 1 and 2 sign toppers.
October 20, 2009
Recommending three "levels" of sign toppers:
1. Fully funded by OPNA - Intersections with Campbell Road and Plano Road
2. 50% funded by OPNA / 50% funded by residents - Intersections with Owens Boulevard
3. 100% funded by residents - All remaining intersections
April 28, 2009
Neighbors attending general meeting voted on color (dark red) and logo (galloping horse) for sign toppers.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
As part of the Neighborhood Enhancement Program, the City of Richardson has implemented a Sign Topper Program to:
– Help neighborhoods be recognized for their unique character
– Increase the visibility of a neighborhood to non-residents
– Encourage a sense of belonging and neighborhood pride
– Complement other neighborhood identity efforts
As an established neighborhood association, OPNA is eligible to participate in the program. OPNA will:
– Work with the neighborhood to design a sign topper format based on City guidelines
– Submit an application to the City for approval of sign topper
– Work with the City to have the sign toppers manufactured
The City’s Traffic Operations Division will be responsible for the installation of sign toppers at no charge. Each sign requires two one-sided sign toppers (installed back to back). The cost for a pair is approximately $100.
As part of the Neighborhood Enhancement Program, the City of Richardson has implemented a Sign Topper Program to:
– Help neighborhoods be recognized for their unique character
– Increase the visibility of a neighborhood to non-residents
– Encourage a sense of belonging and neighborhood pride
– Complement other neighborhood identity efforts
As an established neighborhood association, OPNA is eligible to participate in the program. OPNA will:
– Work with the neighborhood to design a sign topper format based on City guidelines
– Submit an application to the City for approval of sign topper
– Work with the City to have the sign toppers manufactured
The City’s Traffic Operations Division will be responsible for the installation of sign toppers at no charge. Each sign requires two one-sided sign toppers (installed back to back). The cost for a pair is approximately $100.
Artist's Proof
Sponsorship (ON HOLD)
Level 1 (100% OPNA)
Woodoak & Plano - OPNA
Woodcreek & Plano - OPNA
Jennifer & Plano - OPNA
Shannon & Plano - OPNA
Level 2 (50% OPNA, 50% Resident)
Woodoak & Owens (E) - Arnie & Marge Bier
Woodoak & Owens (W) – John & Verna Wallberg
Woodcreek & Owens (E) - Tish & Jonathan Maedche
Woodcreek & Owens (W) - Troy & Karen Cargile
Jennifer & Owens - Available
Yorkshire & Owens (E) - Available
Yorkshire & Owens (W) - Available
Springtree & Owens (N) - Available
Springtree & Owens (S) - Dan & Dana Snook
Summertree & Owens - Patti Mayer
Level 3 (100% Resident)
Victoria & Yorkshire - Columbia Mitchell
Victoria & Chelsey - Available
Chelsey & Chelsey Ct. - Available
Windsor & Yorkshire - Available
Windsor & Chelsey - Available
Windsor & Woodcreek - John & Kim McAndrews
Windsor & Timberway - Available
Woodcreek & Timberway - Available
Woodoak & Woodglen - Available
Woodcreek & Woodglen - Available
Jennifer & Shannon - Available
Shannon & Yorkshire - Available
Shannon & Shannon Ct. - Linda Connor
Yorkshire & Yorkshire Ct. - Available
Woodoak & Plano - OPNA
Woodcreek & Plano - OPNA
Jennifer & Plano - OPNA
Shannon & Plano - OPNA
Level 2 (50% OPNA, 50% Resident)
Woodoak & Owens (E) - Arnie & Marge Bier
Woodoak & Owens (W) – John & Verna Wallberg
Woodcreek & Owens (E) - Tish & Jonathan Maedche
Woodcreek & Owens (W) - Troy & Karen Cargile
Jennifer & Owens - Available
Yorkshire & Owens (E) - Available
Yorkshire & Owens (W) - Available
Springtree & Owens (N) - Available
Springtree & Owens (S) - Dan & Dana Snook
Summertree & Owens - Patti Mayer
Level 3 (100% Resident)
Victoria & Yorkshire - Columbia Mitchell
Victoria & Chelsey - Available
Chelsey & Chelsey Ct. - Available
Windsor & Yorkshire - Available
Windsor & Chelsey - Available
Windsor & Woodcreek - John & Kim McAndrews
Windsor & Timberway - Available
Woodcreek & Timberway - Available
Woodoak & Woodglen - Available
Woodcreek & Woodglen - Available
Jennifer & Shannon - Available
Shannon & Yorkshire - Available
Shannon & Shannon Ct. - Linda Connor
Yorkshire & Yorkshire Ct. - Available
December 10, 2010
Construction seems to be complete! Great enhancement to our area!
July 6, 2010
Construction delayed one week, but starting today. Estimated completion is now December 2010.
June 21, 2010
Traffic signal work has been in progress for the last month, but construction begins Monday, June 28th. Expect Delays!!! Traffic will be difficult for a few months, but when you get frustrated, remember how much this will benefit Owens Park!!! With the completion of the Owens Terminus project earlier this year, this project is the final step to decreasing non-resident traffic in Owens Park. This project includes a new right-turn lane on westbound Plano Rd - those "speedy" morning drivers will soon have no reason to cut through Owens Park to head north on Plano Rd!
February 8, 2010
The City Council awarded this project which includes new right-turn lanes at northbound and southbound Plano Road and westbound Campbell Road, extension of the existing right-turn lane at eastbound Campbell Road, realignment of Campbell Road center medians and outside curbs through the intersection, and installation of new pavement markings and other miscellaneous appurtenances. The extension of existing double left-turn lanes at northbound and southbound Plano Road and associated pavement markings are alternates - both were awarded. Traffic signal upgrades will be completed through a separate contract in coordination with this project. Project to last no more than 160 days (expected completion August 2010).
Construction seems to be complete! Great enhancement to our area!
July 6, 2010
Construction delayed one week, but starting today. Estimated completion is now December 2010.
June 21, 2010
Traffic signal work has been in progress for the last month, but construction begins Monday, June 28th. Expect Delays!!! Traffic will be difficult for a few months, but when you get frustrated, remember how much this will benefit Owens Park!!! With the completion of the Owens Terminus project earlier this year, this project is the final step to decreasing non-resident traffic in Owens Park. This project includes a new right-turn lane on westbound Plano Rd - those "speedy" morning drivers will soon have no reason to cut through Owens Park to head north on Plano Rd!
February 8, 2010
The City Council awarded this project which includes new right-turn lanes at northbound and southbound Plano Road and westbound Campbell Road, extension of the existing right-turn lane at eastbound Campbell Road, realignment of Campbell Road center medians and outside curbs through the intersection, and installation of new pavement markings and other miscellaneous appurtenances. The extension of existing double left-turn lanes at northbound and southbound Plano Road and associated pavement markings are alternates - both were awarded. Traffic signal upgrades will be completed through a separate contract in coordination with this project. Project to last no more than 160 days (expected completion August 2010).
Plano Rd / Campbell Rd Intersection
Improvements
Key Contact: Katheirne Cargile (kdcargile@gmail.com)
Key Contact: Katheirne Cargile (kdcargile@gmail.com)