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I know that some properties on Butternut Street on the city’s North Side were torn down in order for newer properties to be built currently. You also have this example also Butternut that has been built as well: https://www.syracuse.com/business-ne...ss_photos.html https://goo.gl/maps/sU1CJqezVHp (Can view earlier view to see the former brewery)
Given that it is located just outside of Downtown to the SW and that there are lots that could be developed or structures that could be used again for housing/businesses, it could be an area of new, mixed use, mixed income development that the mayor is looking for.
Given that it is literally a few blocks from Downtown and is nearly a straight shot down Adams from University hill, perhaps it could revitalized as a B&B like this Brooklyn business: Akwaaba Mansion - Brooklyn, NY
I say that given the demographics of the area and its location, along with another lodging option near areas of importance in the city.
Also, on West Onondaga, I'm not sure if the Rescue Mission owns this land, but at one time, it was a block of Black owned businesses(i.e.-Oasis Fish Market, Sadie's Place, etc. and there are a few mom and pop ones the next block over, as well as on the bottom floor of the coop building), but it is land adjacent to Downtown that could also be used for infill: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0427...6!9m2!1b1!2i38
as well as for another school option, as I believe this Islamic based school was in that building that is set back from the street: https://www.facebook.com/ihsanschool/
Given that there is a former bank building in front of it, it could be an extension of the school idea presented for the South Salina corridor in terms of a lower/elementary school and an upper/high school with similar educational curriculum at both. That is what the Turkish owned Syracuse Academy of Science has in terms of being a multi school entity(all of which are in former Catholic schools) and this would allow for the community to take some ownership of educational and financial institutions located within the community. When I say community, this is the area of the city I'm referring to: http://www.tomorrowsneighborhoodstoday.org/southside/
It contains both the South Salina and the majority of the West Onondaga/South Avenue corridors.
Given that it is literally a few blocks from Downtown and is nearly a straight shot down Adams from University hill, perhaps it could revitalized as a B&B like this Brooklyn business: Akwaaba Mansion - Brooklyn, NY
I say that given the demographics of the area and its location, along with another lodging option near areas of importance in the city.
Also, on West Onondaga, I'm not sure if the Rescue Mission owns this land, but at one time, it was a block of Black owned businesses(i.e.-Oasis Fish Market, Sadie's Place, etc. and there are a few mom and pop ones the next block over, as well as on the bottom floor of the coop building), but it is land adjacent to Downtown that could also be used for infill: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0427...6!9m2!1b1!2i38
as well as for another school option, as I believe this Islamic based school was in that building that is set back from the street: https://www.facebook.com/ihsanschool/
Given that there is a former bank building in front of it, it could be an extension of the school idea presented for the South Salina corridor in terms of a lower/elementary school and an upper/high school with similar educational curriculum at both. That is what the Turkish owned Syracuse Academy of Science has in terms of being a multi school entity(all of which are in former Catholic schools) and this would allow for the community to take some ownership of educational and financial institutions located within the community. When I say community, this is the area of the city I'm referring to: 3 Southside
It contains both the South Salina and the majority of the West Onondaga/South Avenue corridors.
East Fayette Street is another street that comes to mind. It has seen or is seeing some development in recent years, but again has lots and older structures that could be put to use. It is very close to Downtown and University Hill and runs perpendicular to the East Genesee Street Business District/Corridor: http://university-hill.com/wp-conten...-Brochure4.pdf
This historic church on the left, the former People's AME Zion Church, has plans for a culinary school, but could also be used in a capacity similar to this church in Ontario: Nazrey AME Church | Ontario Museums
It also could be used for other functions such as a place for young children in the community to learn about STEM opportunities via mentorship with those from Upstate Medical Center and connected with the nearby Community Folk Art center. The STEM aspect comes to mind given that this woman's father was the pastor of that church at one time and her profession, as well as being a graduate of what is now that medical center: Fraser, Sarah Loguen (1850-1933) | The Black Past: Remembered and Reclaimed The family's home was located at this corner: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0470...6!9m2!1b1!2i38 and given that the home isn't there, the former church could serve as a historical location that honors the family and the history in the neighborhood. Her father: Loguen, Jermain Wesley (1813-1872) | The Black Past: Remembered and Reclaimed
If you go further down the street, you will notice that it has great potential for infill, especially given the nearby apartments that have been or are being built for students. https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0484...7i13312!8i6656
That will allow for activity, as well as commercial investment in that area of the city, that would serve students and long time residents of the neighborhood.
More in terms of the area of the East Side in between East Genesee and Erie Boulevard East, there may be potential for development in the Loguen Park area(Cherry Street/Lexington Ave./Columbus Street, etc. and what you could rebrand the area as): https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0469...7i13312!8i6656
I believe that the Richmark building is for sale and appears to have been a former theater. It could be nice to have someone buy it and use it for a venue again for the arts or for second run/independent films. It could also be used for say a culturally based film festival or for events as well. The former bank could be used as another community based bank/credit branch as well. This is also a part of the Richmark property: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0478...7i13312!8i6656 and could be converted to housing and/or for commercial/industry use.
It would be nice to make it a mixed use building that is connected to the Boulevard or at least cleared out to make it more visible once it is developed. It would also be nice if East Washington ran uninterrupted in that area as well.
There is potential for infill and revitalization of buildings near the public/lower income apartment housing. Boys and Girls Club, Birnbaum Funeral Home and the Syracuse Community Health Center(East Side location) further east: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0481...6!9m2!1b1!2i38
It was once a highly Jewish area(I believe initially housed quite a few Jewish war vets and their families) that became mixed around and stable/solid for a decade or so, before it declined. Once had the former Snow Flake Bakery and Patrician's Limo Service. Ironically, if you go about a block south you have more stability on Allen, Westmoreland and Ellis: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0464...6!9m2!1b1!2i38
If you go further east past Croly you enter the working/middle class(becomes more middle class the further east you go) Salt Springs neighborhood, which is generally stable in its SFH neighborhoods, but also has a concentration of some older apartments in its northern portion towards Erie Boulevard as well. It has been an area of the city where a good portion of the Black middle class has lived in for decades(since the 1970's or so) and is predominantly Black, but still has a mix of people. https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0485...6!9m2!1b1!2i38
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Another area that comes to mind in terms of businesses is this area of Park Street at/around Oak Street not too far from Schiller Park and the Sedgwick neighborhood: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0631...7i13312!8i6656
You have Riley's, which is a popular neighborhood restaurant and Sedgwick is a middle to upper middle class area, where if the right businesses were in place, would have a very viable consumer nearby. SEDGWICK FARM NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
This area of Park Street at East division has potential to be revitalized as well and is in the heart of where many refugee/immigrant families, but also some long time Italian families/residents still live as well: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0645...7i13312!8i6656
Further north on Park is the Washington square area, which is a block away from Wolf Street, which was mentioned earlier and could create a connection for that side of town: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0701...6!9m2!1b1!2i38
It is also not too far from the previously mentioned Destiny USA, NBT Bank stadium, the Regional Market and the Transportation Center(bus and train station). https://www.destinyusa.com/
More in terms of the area of the East Side in between East Genesee and Erie Boulevard East, there may be potential for development in the Loguen Park area(Cherry Street/Lexington Ave./Columbus Street, etc. and what you could rebrand the area as): https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0469...7i13312!8i6656
I believe that the Richmark building is for sale and appears to have been a former theater. It could be nice to have someone buy it and use it for a venue again for the arts or for second run/independent films. It could also be used for say a culturally based film festival or for events as well. The former bank could be used as another community based bank/credit branch as well. This is also a part of the Richmark property: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0478...7i13312!8i6656 and could be converted to housing and/or for commercial/industry use.
It would be nice to make it a mixed use building that is connected to the Boulevard or at least cleared out to make it more visible once it is developed. It would also be nice if East Washington ran uninterrupted in that area as well.
There is potential for infill and revitalization of buildings near the public/lower income apartment housing. Boys and Girls Club, Birnbaum Funeral Home and the Syracuse Community Health Center(East Side location) further east: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0481...6!9m2!1b1!2i38
It was once a highly Jewish area(I believe initially housed quite a few Jewish war vets and their families) that became mixed around and stable/solid for a decade or so, before it declined. Once had the former Snow Flake Bakery and Patrician's Limo Service. Ironically, if you go about a block south you have more stability on Allen, Westmoreland and Ellis: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0464...6!9m2!1b1!2i38
If you go further east past Croly you enter the working/middle class(becomes more middle class the further east you go) Salt Springs neighborhood, which is generally stable in its SFH neighborhoods, but also has a concentration of some older apartments in its northern portion towards Erie Boulevard as well. It has been an area of the city where a good portion of the Black middle class has lived in for decades(since the 1970's or so) and is predominantly Black, but still has a mix of people. https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0485...6!9m2!1b1!2i38
If the area can get more properties brought back to life(housing and commercial), which is a possibility due to its very close proximity to Downtown, it could be another city neighborhood in high(er) demand.
Given that it is literally a few blocks from Downtown and is nearly a straight shot down Adams from University hill, perhaps it could revitalized as a B&B like this Brooklyn business: Akwaaba Mansion - Brooklyn, NY
I say that given the demographics of the area and its location, along with another lodging option near areas of importance in the city.
Also, on West Onondaga, I'm not sure if the Rescue Mission owns this land, but at one time, it was a block of Black owned businesses(i.e.-Oasis Fish Market, Sadie's Place, etc. and there are a few mom and pop ones the next block over, as well as on the bottom floor of the coop building), but it is land adjacent to Downtown that could also be used for infill: https://www.google.com/maps/@43.0427...6!9m2!1b1!2i38
as well as for another school option, as I believe this Islamic based school was in that building that is set back from the street: https://www.facebook.com/ihsanschool/
Given that there is a former bank building in front of it, it could be an extension of the school idea presented for the South Salina corridor in terms of a lower/elementary school and an upper/high school with similar educational curriculum at both. That is what the Turkish owned Syracuse Academy of Science has in terms of being a multi school entity(all of which are in former Catholic schools) and this would allow for the community to take some ownership of educational and financial institutions located within the community. When I say community, this is the area of the city I'm referring to: http://www.tomorrowsneighborhoodstoday.org/southside/
It contains both the South Salina and the majority of the West Onondaga/South Avenue corridors.
Then, a couple of blocks south, the building on the right could be used for housing for mixed use for families, artists associated with the organization/facility above and for those looking to hone their craft as entrepreneurs at this facility across the street: South Side Innovation Center
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