Shorewood eStateS
Shorewood Estates Neighborhood Action Plan October 2017
ABOUT shorewood estates Shorewood Estates is a neighborhood of 236 homes in West Arlington near Lake Arlington, an area known for being primarily residential with an emphasis on parks and recreation amenities. It has a major thoroughfare, Shorewood Drive (for which the neighborhood is named), that bisects the neighborhood and provides neighbors convenient access to Perkins Road, Bowman Springs Park, and Interstate-20. Shorewood Estates is served by several local parks, the Lake Arlington Branch Library, Fire District 7, and the West Police Station. The neighborhood is located in Council District 4 (currently served by Councilwoman Kathryn Wilemon), and the Arlington Independent School District ( Shorewood Estates is zoned to Miller Elementary, Young Junior High, and Martin High School). Originally platted in 1965, Shorewood Estates was envisioned as a wooded oasis “where the good life begins”. The 100-acre development was marketed as an outdoor-lovers dream with heavily wooded lots of at least a half an acre up to 2 acres, and easy access to all of the amenities at the new Lake Arlington. Not much has changed in the last 50 years in Shorewood as Arlington has expanded from a “bedroom” community to a bustling city in the heart of the DFW metroplex. Neighbors who have lived in Shorewood, whether for 5 years or 50 years, chose Shorewood Estates because of its rural feel with city conveniences. In most aging neighborhoods, as change occurs over time residents want to ensure that the best things about their neighborhood are maintained and enhanced. Shorewood Estates residents have engaged with the City of Arlington planning staff to develop a plan that identifies the unique characteristics of Shorewood Estates, and provides a framework to maintain and enhance these features for decades to come.
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Demographic Profile Demographics of shorewood estates Shorewood Estates is located within Census Block Groups 1216.092 and 1216.093. Demographic data for this plan is a combination of the American Census Survey 2010-2014 5-year estimates and information provided by respondents to the neighborhood survey, made available to all residents who live in Shorewood Estates.
Population The population of Shorewood Estates is 814. This represents 0.2% of the total City of Arlington population. Shorewood Estates is a relatively homogenous neighborhood with a majority of the residents identifying as White and only 4% identify as Hispanic or Latino. While 38% of the households in Shorewood Estates are over the age of 65, 31% of households have children younger than 18 years of age. 1- and 2-person households make up 62% of Shorewood Estates.
Household Characteristics Seventy-five percent of Shorewood Estates households earn at least $100,000 annually with most earning between $100,000 and $175,000 annually. This is significantly above the City median household income of $53,326. More than 84% of the homes in Shorewood Estates are owner-occupied, and 16% are renter occupied. Renter-occupied units rent for $900-$2,000 per month, with an average rent of $1,602. Most renters living in Shorewood Estates moved in prior to 2009 (96%), indicating that those renting homes in the neighborhood are not a transient population and are likely to be invested in their homes.
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DEVELOPMENT PROFILE General Development Patterns Shorewood Estates is zoned RS-7.2, which is single family zoning for lots at least 7,200 square feet, although Shorewood Estates has much larger lots ranging from half acre to two-acres. There is no multi-family development in, or surrounding, Shorewood Estates. The neighborhood is insulated from commercial development by other single-family neighborhoods, with the nearest commercially zoned properties located on the east side of West Green Oaks Boulevard, south of Pleasant Ridge Road, and west of Poly Webb Road. The nearest shopping area for Shorewood Estates is located south of the neighborhood at Little Road and Interstate 20. According to the neighborhood survey conducted for this study, neighbors are overwhelmingly satisfied with the commercial development near their homes. Residents believe the commercial options meet their daily shopping needs (97%), are clean and well-maintained (92%), and have adequate customer parking (89%) (except for the Kroger grocery store at West Pleasant Ridge and Little Road).There was also no perception from residents surveyed that the nearby commercial development had a negative impact on residences (8%).
Property Values & Reinvestment Tarrant Appraisal District (TAD) data shows that the average home value in Shorewood Estates for 2016 was $205,567, significantly above the City-wide average home value of $160,612. While Shorewood Estates has a diverse mix of family types from single retirees to young professional families with children, the neighbors who live here have made significant investments in their homes and have a vested interest in maintaining or increasing their property values, and are sensitive to future decline. While there is occasional infill development in Shorewood Estates (five lots in the neighborhood are currently undeveloped), the primary construction permits for homes in the neighborhood reflect a trend of reinvestment in the existing properties. From January 2012 to January 2017, 48 residential construction permits were issued by the Community Development and Planning Department at a construction value of $627,419. Twenty-five of these permits were for re-roofing, 8 residential accessory structures (sheds, garage, patio covers), two pool barriers, and 13 were for other interior remodel/alteration/repair projects. 4
transportation Transportation in Shorewood Estates The transportation system that serves a neighborhood is a critical factor in where residents choose to live. Ideal neighborhoods offer convenient access to highways, restaurants, shops, and schools, while still providing safe and pedestrian-friendly travel within the neighborhood streets. The condition of the streets and streetscapes of a neighborhood can also have an impact on property values and general perception of the neighborhood to the rest of the city and region. Streets are also high-cost infrastructure projects that require planning both by the city and the neighborhood to ensure that the streets do not fall into disrepair. This section will discuss the current condition of the streets in Shorewood Estates, perceptions of the streets and other modes of transportation, and plans for the future.
Streets Current Condition In Shorewood Estates, the streets were not constructed using curb and gutter design. Rather, curbs are absent and bar ditches handle stormwater runoff. This condition promotes the more “rural” feel that the residents love. Local pavement condition is determined by the City’s Overall Condition Index (OCI) evaluation system. The OCI system rates streets on a scale of 0-100 based on various factors and are given a status of Red, Yellow, or Green. Red indicates streets that are in the poorest 50% condition rating, yellow indicates streets that have a 50-70% condition rating, and green represents the streets that are in the top 30% condition rating. In 2013, the city began tackling road maintenance with a “Worst First” philosophy, meaning that the City repairs and rebuilds roads according to which streets are in the worst condition. Although Shorewood has a number of Red and Yellow streets throughout the neighborhood, none of these streets are planned to be repaired or rebuilt through 2018 due to funding constraints of the City’s bond and street maintenance sales tax programs The neighborhood survey revealed that overall, neighbors are satisfied with traffic congestion of both major and neighborhood streets, and that cut-through traffic wasn’t a problem .Residents also generally found the existing traffic signs to be adequate, unobstructed, and well-maintained. Two intersections were noted for some safety concerns regarding speeding vehicles – Saddle Ridge Drive at Beachview Drive, and Shorewood Drive at Beachview Drive. 5
transportation, cont. Future Plans The Arlington Thoroughfare Development Plan (TDP) is a long-range plan that the City follows when designing and constructing/reconstructing new roadways. The TDP provides general alignment, facility type, and design guidelines for roadway facilities to meet projected long-term growth, preserve future corridors, and forms the basis for the roadway capital improvement program, roadway impact fees, and developer requirements. In Shorewood Estates, there are two roads that are included on the Thoroughfare Development Plan – Shorewood Drive and Perkins Road. Both roads are planned to remain the 2-lane major collectors that they are today, with no plans for expansion. This means that although these roads are the primary traffic collectors for the neighborhood, our models do not anticipate increased traffic congestion along these roadways.
Sidewalks and Bicycle Facilities Current Condition Currently, pedestrians and bicycle facilities do not exist in Shorewood Estates, although outdoor activities were identified as a primary amenity for the neighborhood according to the results of the neighborhood survey.
Future Plans The City adopted a Hike and Bike Master Plan in 2011 to create a complete and comprehensive non-vehicular network for both travel and recreation. Shorewood Estates is an important component of the western portion of the network with several facilities planned throughout the neighborhood. The plan delineates on-street and off-street facilities. In general, on-street facilities are installed in conjunction with street repair/rebuild projects, while off-street facilities are completed as funding becomes available. In Shorewood, planned on-street facilities include bike routes on Beachview Drive from Shorewood to Edgewater Court, and Edgewater Court to a major utility easement that runs through the Shorewood Estates area. Bike lanes (on-street) are planned for Shorewood Drive west of Beachview Drive. Finally, a trail (off-street) is planned to be constructed within a utility easement running from Edgewater Court northeast towards Perkins Road. Although sidewalks are not constructed in the neighborhood, there was desire in both the survey and neighborhood meeting to make walking through the neighborhood safer for pedestrians, especially on the major streets Shorewood Drive and Saddle Ridge Road. Neighbors seemed split on the issue, but are generally supportive of a less traditional walking path along these roadways (such as a decomposed granite pathway). Residents did believe formal sidewalk construction would detract from the rural character of the neighborhood.
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Infrastructure Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Systems in Shorewood Estates Water & Sewer Systems The Water and Sewer Systems in the City of Arlington are managed by the Water Utilities Department. The majority of the water system in Shorewood Estates was installed as the roadways and other infrastructure were installed, between 1966 and 1979. Water lines on Sage Circle and portions of Beachview Drive were replaced in 1987. In 1992, Shorewood Drive, Calcutta Court, Cricket Court, and Shorewood Court water lines were replaced. In 1995, Conestoga Court and portions of Colony Club Court were replaced. The sewer system was installed along with subdivision development between 1973 and 1975. A portion of Edgewater Court was replaced in 2006. The sewer system on Colony Club Road between Fox Run Road and Saddle Ridge Court is a private line. Water and sewer capacity issues did not appear as a concern in the neighborhood meetings or the survey, and the Water Utilities Department has determined the current capacity to be sufficient. Residential water and sewer lines are replaced through the Capital Improvement Program budget process as needed, utilizing water and sewer user fees. Currently, there are no plans to renew water or sewer lines in the Shorewood Estates neighborhood.
Stormwater System One of the most notable features of the Shorewood Estates neighborhood is the rural feel. This is achieved with large lots, deep setbacks, extensive tree cover and asphalt streets without curb and gutter. Within Shorewood Estates, all of the streets except Saddle Ridge Court, Edgewater Court, Perkins Road, Cloudridge Court, and portions of Beachview Drive utilize a series of drainage ditches and culverts for the conveyance of stormwater through the neighborhood. While the drainage ditch and culvert system is significant for the aesthetics of the neighborhood, it requires more private property maintenance than typical urban underground drainage systems. Despite the maintenance requirements, neighbors responding to the survey and attending meetings overwhelmingly did not want the neighborhood infrastructure modified to curb and gutter, but expressed interest in more clearly defining the maintenance responsibilities of the existing stormwater system. Stormwater systems in Arlington are maintained by the Stormwater Management Division of the Public Works and Transportation Department. Activities of the Stormwater Management Division are funded through stormwater utility fees (included on residential and commercial water bills each month), and include capital infrastructure improvements, stormwater infrastructure maintenance, floodplain management, education outreach programs, and monitoring compliance of local, state, and federal stormwater regulations. According to current City policy, the maintenance responsibilities of drainage features related to streets without curb and gutter are as follows: • Culverts under roadways: The City’s Stormwater Crew is responsible for maintenance of these culverts under public roadways. • Culverts under driveways or private walkways: The homeowner is responsible for maintenance, repair, and replacement. • Bar Ditches: The homeowner is responsible for routine maintenance of bar ditches. The City will assist with grading to help with drainage or standing water on an as needed basis with notification from the homeowner. The City’s Stormwater Management Division will assist residents with evaluation of specific areas of concern and will coordinate solutions where appropriate. Many times, it is difficult to solve drainage and ponding problems on an individual basis and involves several homeowners to ensure that culvert grades are set at appropriate elevations. In this case, a maintenance plan that designates public and private responsibilities could be beneficial.
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public safety Public Safety in Shorewood Estates Public Safety is one of the most critical factors in the long-term stability and determination of quality of life in neighborhoods. Public Safety includes Police and Fire services, but also considers design elements such as lighting, visibility, and social neighborhood monitoring. In general, a neighborhood where residents know and look out for each other experience the lowest crime rates and the highest perceptions of safety.
Crime Shorewood Estates experiences a much lower crime rate than other parts of Arlington. Between December 2015 and January 2017, only 39 police reports were filed within Shorewood. Of these 39, 10 were responses to residential alarm calls. The remaining report types were experienced 3 or fewer times in two years, and can be seen in table 4.1. In general, neighborhood perception was in line with the report data, as 90% of survey respondents did not see crime as a problem. The primary safety concern of the neighborhood regards speeding along major roads (as discussed in the Transportation section of this plan), and increased Lake Arlington traffic primarily during the summer months. While the neighborhood in general did not think that increased patrol was necessary in the neighborhood, at a neighborhood planning meeting, the general consensus was that perhaps increased patrol was warranted when recreational lake use was particularly high. While a neighborhood Crime Watch does exist in Shorewood Estates, the survey revealed that not all neighbors know about or participate in the program. Shorewood Crime Watch should continue to work with the Arlington Police Department and surrounding neighbors to increase Crime Watch participation in the neighborhood.
Lighting Regarding lighting of the neighborhood, 67% of survey respondents found light levels to be adequate. The existing level of lighting was noted by several respondents to contribute to the rural character of the neighborhood, and many felt as though increased lighting would detract from that character. In general, the lighting is sufficient in Shorewood for now, but an increase in crime or perceived crime could warrant additional lighting in the future.
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neighborhood services neighborhood services in Shorewood Estates Neighborhood services combine the remaining government services that are not related to public safety (i.e. Police and Fire). These services are considered “core services” that are necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of our citizens. In general, residents of Shorewood Estates are satisfied with the core services provided by the City, with some identified areas for improvement. Issues related to Police, Fire, and Street Maintenance are not discussed in this section, as they are discussed at length in other sections of this plan.
Garbage & Recycling In Shorewood Estates, garbage and recycling are collected on Tuesdays and Fridays by Republic Services, the city’s contractor. Shorewood Estates residents are overwhelmingly satisfied with garbage collection in the City, but the neighborhood survey reveals a perception of littering along the major roads through the neighborhood, particularly along Shorewood Drive. While this does not directly impact the perception of garbage and recycling for residents of Shorewood Estates, there may be an opportunity to increase garbage and recycling facilities closer to the lake. Additionally, Shorewood Estates residents may consider a regularly scheduled neighborhood cleanup to make sure the roadways stay clear of litter.
Property Maintenance and Appearance (Code Compliance) The maintenance and upkeep of residences in a neighborhood are critical to the overall perception of the neighborhood. Not only does property appearance impact the perception, it can also have a very tangible impact on the property values of the homes in the neighborhood. The city’s Code Compliance department aims to protect these property values, as well as the safety and health of all residents, by monitoring the impact of private property maintenance related to the quality of life for those in public spaces. In residential areas, this is primarily related to the parking of vehicles, outside storage, dilapidated structures, and unpermitted construction projects. Since 2006, Shorewood Estates has received 90 notices of violation from the Code Compliance Officers. The most frequent occurrences are Nuisance Outdoor Storage (10), Parking in the Yard (12), and Unclean Premises (17). Nearly all of the notices of violation were abated by the property owner within 10 days of notification. The neighborhood survey revealed that primary resident concerns were dilapidated fences (28%), property cleanliness (24%), weeds and unmowed grass (24%), and wild animals (25%).
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neighborhood services, cont. Parking In Shorewood Estates, 80% of residents have 1-2 cars, and 19% have 3-4 cars per household. Most homes have large driveways with two or more car garages, so most resident cars are able to park in the garage or driveway. Residential parking was not considered a major problem in Shorewood Estates, with only 9% of residents responding that parking in front of their house is a regular problem for themselves or guests; however, nearly 30% of residents consider vehicles parked along the street to be a problem in the neighborhood. This problem is primarily perceived to be because streets are too narrow to park along the street safely, especially in combination with the bar-ditch construction of the streets.
Schools Schools zoned to Shorewood Estates include Miller Elementary, Young Junior High School, and Martin High School. The perception of the surrounding schools has a significant impact on property values. In general, residents are pleased with the schools in their area, with only nine of 67 respondents citing the schools as “fair” or “poor”. In fact, 52% of residents said the schools in the area attracted them to the neighborhood, ranking third behind “Location” and “Type of Housing”. In 2014, Arlington voters approved the largest bond package in the history of the Arlington Independent School District to improve facilities across the city, as well as new state-of-the-art facilities for students district-wide. Miller Elementary, Young Junior High, and Martin High School are scheduled to receive portions of the bond funding for life-cycle updates, STEM additions, and a Multi-purpose Activity Center for Martin High School.
Parks Shorewood Estates residents take advantage of their serene neighborhood by spending time outdoors. Shorewood Estates has two parks – Bowman Springs and Thora Hart – and Lake Arlington within a mile of the neighborhood. According to the neighborhood survey, 87% of respondents have visited a park in the last month. In general, Shorewood residents primarily value walking or jogging trails (93%) followed by biking trails (45%), picnic areas (44%), playgrounds (41%) and passive open areas (40%). During a neighborhood meeting, some residents expressed concern about small children at the larger Bowman Springs Park that brings a high volume of Lake Arlington visitors during the summer months. As a result, the residents decided to explore opportunities for a neighborhood “pocket park” that would be more appropriate for smaller children, and could provide a neighborhood gathering place for resident events like meetings or National Night Out. Location and layout of a future pocket park would be determined by the neighborhood, and could utilize the Urban Design Center to develop a park layout that is most suitable.
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Comprehensive Plan Comprehensive Plan and other relevant plans 99 Square Miles – The Comprehensive Plan The activities conducted by the City of Arlington are guided by the City’s main planning document – “99 Square Miles – A Vision for Arlington’s Future” – or, the Comprehensive Plan. Adopted in 2015, this plan is the primary planning document that all city plans contribute to. The same is true for this neighborhood plan, it is adopted as a component of the Comprehensive Plan, and a component of the overall vision for the City. The Comprehensive Plan is intended to known and implemented by elected officials, city staff, and citizens to ensure Arlington is headed in the right direction, as defined in the pages of the plan. There are five primary sections of the plan: Value our Neighborhoods, Get Around (transportation), Grow our Businesses, Protect our Resources, Develop our Land. The “Develop our Land” chapter of 99 Square Miles defines the future development of the city according to what kind of development is appropriate in different, unique areas of Arlington called “future development areas”. Shorewood Estates is located within the “Established Residential” future development area. This area covers the largest portion of the city and contains a variety of housing types as well as retail services. People living in this future development area would enjoy the benefits of neighborhood parks, schools, and community recreation centers. The goals and strategies of this neighborhood plan reflects the Comprehensive Plan vision for this portion of Arlington, while allowing for specific goals and strategies that reflect the specific desires of the residents of Shorewood Estates.
Lake Arlington Master Plan Constructed in 1957, Lake Arlington is located on Village Creek, a tributary of the Trinity River, approximately seven miles from downtown Arlington, with a surface area of 1,926 acres. It serves as the primary source of drinking water for the City of Arlington. The Lake Arlington Master Plan is a joint plan between the cities of Arlington and Fort Worth and the North Center Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) which primarily addresses water quality issues. The plan was adopted in 2011, and provides a series of best practices related to drinking water quality, the impact of natural gas wells, trash and debris entering the lake, boating and recreational capacity, fishing and wildlife, construction standards for docks, piers and retaining walls, and dredging. While only a portion of Shorewood Estates is directly adjacent to Lake Arlington, the lake is an integral part of the Shorewood Estates community, especially related to maintenance of the lake ecosystem, optimization of recreational use, and the impacts of future 11
Comprehensive Plan, cont. development surrounding the lake. For the Lake Arlington Master Plan, the portions of Shorewood Estates west of Perkins Road and north of Saddle Ridge Road are included in the study area. Shorewood Estates proximity to Lake Arlington means that resident activities have a direct impact on the water quality and sustainability of the regional ecosystem, and residents in the neighborhood should understand that pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and litter are the most common threats to water quality. Related to land development, the Arlington portion of the study area proposes no changes to the current development, and envisions the Lake Arlington area to remain dominantly single-family residential; however, there is significant development proposed on the western shore of the lake in Fort Worth. Additionally, any development along the lakefront including docks, piers, or retaining walls should be permitted by the City to ensure that the development meets the City’s design guidelines. Related to recreation, the Lake Arlington Master Plan recommends the following improvements to Bowman Springs Park: • A future community multiuse building • Landscaped parking areas to break down the visual scale and capture storm water • Landscaped fishing area • Community garden to break down the scale of parking and the boat ramp, and creates a new entrance to the park • Texas native planting walk to showcase native plants and provide a lowmaintenance buffer for storm water runoff into the lake The 2018-2019 bond program is anticipated to include funding for some of these planned renovations, including improvements to the playground, restrooms, pavilion, and parking lot.
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community capacity building When Shorewood Estates was developed, subdivisions were not required to establish property owner associations, or to dedicate open space for future development as the City requires today. The way that neighbors interact with each other today is much different than it was when the neighborhood was developed in the 1960s. With the large-scale erosions of social capital over the last 50 years, it is more important than ever for neighbors to know each other and to have spaces to gather together. Shorewood Estates is a neighborhood that works hard to know each other and to find ways to achieve their goals. Recently, the neighborhood has successfully applied for two Neighborhood Matching Grants to add entryway signage, decorative street sign poles, signature landscaping throughout the neighborhood, and two Little Free Libraries. Shorewood Estates is also known throughout the city for their National Night Out block parties that are attended by the Mayor, City Councilmembers, Police Officers and Firefighters annually. In 2017, Shorewood Estates launched a new website for residents and interested parties to better communicate about activities and events with their neighbors (www.shorewoodinfo.com). These efforts are the beginning of a neighborhood organization that will keep Shorewood Estates a desirable Arlington neighborhood for years to come. By building on this momentum, Shorewood Estates can create a framework for the neighborhood to maintain this level of engagement with each other and with the city over the long-term. Forming a non-profit neighborhood organization will provide this framework. Unlike homeowners associations, participation in a non-profit neighborhood organization is voluntary, allowing residents to choose their level of involvement while maintaining the benefits of a formal organization. Also unlike a traditional homeowners association, the organization would not have the authority to enact deed restrictions, development or improvement design requirements, collect mandatory dues, or place liens on private property in the neighborhood. Once formed, the Shorewood Estates Neighborhood Organization would have access to additional financial and organizational resources such as grants. Finally, a non-profit neighborhood organization will promote the democratic process in neighborhood decisions and provide an opportunity for all neighbors to participate in neighborhood activities. The City of Arlington offers financial assistance for the formation of non-profit neighborhood groups through the Neighborhood Matching Grant program.
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neighborhood survey & meetings neighborhood survey & meetings The Shorewood Estates Neighborhood Action Plan was developed by the residents of the neighborhood through a series of meetings and surveys to ensure that the plan reflects and desires of the neighborhood. City staff met with the neighborhood’s leadership team to establish the timeline and outreach strategy for the plan. Shorewood Estates primarily communicates through their neighborhood Facebook page, so all communication about the meetings was conveyed through this page.
Online Survey The survey was conducted online and included 47 questions related to demographics, perceptions of the neighborhood, and visions for the future of Shorewood Estates. Of 235 homes in Shorewood Estates, 75 responded to the survey for a response rate of 32%. While most of the data from the survey is included in the topical sections of the plan, the entire survey and results are included in an appendix to this plan.
Kick-off Meeting On February 24, 2017 approximately 20 residents attended the kick-off meeting for the Shorewood Estates Neighborhood Action Plan. City staff and residents reviewed the survey results, and discussed the most important characteristics of the neighborhood that should be improved and maintained. City staff took this feedback and the survey results to develop this neighborhood action plan.
Results Meeting On April 10, 2017 City staff met with the residents of Shorewood Estates to present the action plan and ensure that the plan reflected the desires and vision for the neighborhood’s future. Overall, the plan was well-received by the neighborhood. The plan was presented to the Community and Neighborhood Development Council Committee on May 23rd. Following that meeting, City staff committed to continuing to work with the neighborhood to develop the plan, and decided to host an additional neighborhood meeting to discuss the plan further.
Final Meeting On September 20, 2017, City staff hosted a neighborhood meeting to discuss the components of the plan before presenting to City Council for adoption. A letter was sent to every resident in the neighborhood inviting them to the meeting and informing on the planning process to date. The attendees were given a summary of the plan, and participated in a planning exercise to prioritize the final objectives of the plan, according to what was most important for the neighborhood to implement first. The residents prioritized the top 6 actions in the following order: 1. Maintain the bar-ditch style stormwater system 2. Reduce traffic and increase road safety on Shorewood and Saddleridge Drives 3. Maintain public areas and conduct regular neighborhood clean-ups 4. Explore the development of a Pocket Park 5. Support installation of hike/bike facilities as funding becomes available 6. Form a non-profit neighborhood organization At the conclusion of this meeting, attending residents confirmed that the plan was ready to be presented to the City Council for adoption.
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Objectives & STRATEGIES I. Continue to Maintain Stormwater System 1. Monitor Capital Improvement Program development and advocate for water and sewer system improvements in Shorewood Estates as necessary 2. Schedule a meeting with Stormwater Management staff to discuss best maintenance practices and alternatives for ditches and culverts 3. Explore the option of developing a neighborhood stormwater maintenance plan to ensure the proper maintenance of private culverts in order to mitigate the impact of lot to lot drainage patterns
II. Maintain the Rural Character of the Neighborhood 1. Maintain the bar-ditch style streets to maintain the rural feel of the neighborhood 2. Monitor commercial development in the area for neighborhood compatibility 3. Encourage the Green Oaks Village shopping center to reinvest in the building façade and parking areas
III. Reduce Traffic and Increase Road Safety 1. Coordinate with the Police Department and Public Works to reduce traffic speeds on Shorewood Drive and Saddle Ridge Drive 2. Monitor future TDP updates for changes to Shorewood Drive and Perkins Road 3. Encourage neighbors to download the Ask Arlington Smartphone App or call the City of Arlington Action Center to regularly report potholes and other road conditions in the neighborhood for repair as needed
IV. Maintain Upkeep and Appearance of the Neighborhood 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Maintain public areas, especially along major roadways, with regularly scheduled neighborhood cleanups Continue the Yard of Month program Increase participation of the Shorewood Estates Crime Watch Monitor crime statistics in the neighborhood Explore options for increased lighting, as necessary Encourage residents to maintain their property and avoid code compliance violations Educate residents about direct impact to the water quality of Lake Arlington
V. Promote Recreation and Outdoor Activity 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Explore options for developing a pocket park within Shorewood Estates Encourage the development of Hike/Bike Plan facilities planned for the neighborhood as funding is available Explore options to install separated paths for safe pedestrian travel on through-roads in the neighborhood Advocate for improvements to Bowman Springs Park Monitor future updates to the Lake Arlington Master Plan Participate in annual Lake Arlington cleanups hosted by Keep Arlington Beautiful
VI. Continue to Increase Community Capacity 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Form a Non-profit Neighborhood Organization Continue hosting National Night Out Find other opportunities for block parties or neighborhood events Maintain the neighborhood website and inform all neighbors of the online resource Continue to encourage neighborhood interaction through the Shorewood Estates Facebook page Support programs that improve the quality of education for students in AISD, particularly those serving Shorewood Estates Neighborhood 7. Monitor future updates to the Comprehensive Plan for impact to Shorewood Estates 15
Acknowledgements The Shorewood Estates Neighborhood Plan is the result of many hours of work, research and discussion by citizens and City staff. This plan could not have been completed without the dedication and effort of the citizens of the Shorewood Estates neighborhood.
Shorewood Estates Neighborhood Representatives Ethan McDaniel Brian Moore Mike Talambas Sid & Joann Smith John & Rhoda Bushee Cyndi & Michael Golden
Mayor and City Council W. Jeff Williams, Mayor Charlie Parker, District 1 Sheri Capehart, District 2 Roxanne Thalman, District 3 Kathryn Wilemon, District 4 Lana Wolff, District 5 Robert Shepard, District 6 Victoria Farrar-Myers, District 7 Michael Glaspie, District 8
City Departments City Manager’s Office Trey Yelverton, City Manager James F. Parajon, FAICP, Deputy City Manager Theron Bowman, Ph.D., Deputy City Manager Gilbert Perales, Deputy City Manager
Community Development and Planning John Dugan, AICP, Director Alicia Winkelblech, AICP, Assistant Director Lyndsay Mitchell, AICP, Planning Manager Sarah Stubblefield, AICP, Senior Planner
Arlington Urban Design Center Ann Foss, Ph.D., AICP John Watkins, UTA Landscape Architecture Intern
Planning and Zoning Commission Larry Fowler Clete McAlister Helen Moise Stephanie Woehr Jeff McCurdy Samuel Smith III Ron Smith Harry Croxton Cameron Atkins
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City of Arlington Community Development and Planning www.arlingtontx.gov/cdp 817-459-6502
appendix - neighborhood survey & census profile data
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neighborhood survey 1. What is your street address?
2. What is your gender?
3. What is your age?
4. Are children living under the age of 18 living in your home?
5. Which of the following best represents your race?
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6. How many people are in your household?
7. What is the primary language spoken in your home?
8. What is the highest level of education attained?
9. What is your approximate average household income?
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10. How many vehicles in your household?
11. What Street do you live on?
12. What year was your home built?
13. Do you own or rent your dwelling?
14. How long have you lived in the neighborhood?
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15. What attracted you to the neighborhood? (Please check all that apply)
16. How many people in the neighborhood would you...
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17. What do you like most about the neighborhood?
18. What do you like least about the neighborhood?
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19. How noisy is the neighborhood?
20. Overall, how would you rate the livability of your neighborhood?
21. Please rate the following services:
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22. Do the commercial establishments in or near your neighborhood:
23. Rate the following in your neighborhood:
24. Is cut-through traffic a problem on your street?
25. Is cut-through traffic a problem elsewhere in the neighborhood?
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26. Do you think that vehicles speed through your neighborhood?
27. Are the street or traffic signs (stop signs, street signs, etc) in your area...
28. If not, please explain
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29. Is there a drainage problem on your street
30. Do you think it is safe to walk throughout all areas of the neighborhood (including routes taken by children to school)?
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31. Is additional streetl lighting needed in the neighborhood?
32. Do you consider crime a problem in the neighborhood?
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33. Have you or your neighborhood been a victim of crime in the neighborhood?
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34. Is there a neighborhood crime watch program on your block?
35. Do you think increased police patrol is needed in the neighborhood?
36. How many vehicles do you park on and in front of your property?
37. Is parking in front of your house a regular problem for you or your guests?
38. Do you consider vehicles parked along the street a problem in the neighborhood?
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39. If you have parking problems, what do you think are the causes?
40. Have you or anyone in your household visited a park in the last (check all that apply):
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41. What type of parks and facilities do you use or would you use if made available (please check all that apply):
42. Do you think the neighborhood has a problem with (please check all that apply):
43. Where is the trash/litter/graffiti problem located?
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44. In reading the list below, do you feel that these situations are a problem in the neighborhood?
45. How do you get most of your news about Arlington (pleasecheck all that apply):
46. What do you feel is the best means for neighborhood communication for activities, crime watch date, and/or general neighborhood information (please check all that apply):
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47. We would appreciation your additional comments on any topic about your neighborhood.
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
Reliability
TOTALS Total Population
814
487
Total Households
300
136
Total Housing Units
299
134
POPULATION AGE 3+ YEARS BY SCHOOL ENROLLMENT Total
809
100.0%
493
197
24.4%
296
0
0.0%
0
0
0.0%
0
0
0.0%
0
3
0.4%
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Public school
3
0.4%
16
Private school
0
0.0%
0
72
8.9%
177
72
8.9%
177
0
0.0%
0
46
5.7%
99
45
5.6%
97
1
0.1%
6
49
6.1%
82
49
6.1%
82
0
0.0%
0
26
3.2%
45
23
2.8%
43
3
0.4%
10
0
0.0%
19
0
0.0%
9
0 612
0.0% 75.6%
4 280
179
100.0%
155
179
100.0%
155
93
52.0%
133
Householder Spouse
39
21.8%
51
33
18.4%
45
Parent
21
11.7%
51
Parent-in-law
0
0.0%
0
Other Relative
0
0.0%
0
Nonrelative
0
0.0%
0
86
48.0%
97
86
48.0%
97
0
0.0%
0
0
0.0%
0
Enrolled in school Enrolled in nursery school, preschool Public school Private school Enrolled in kindergarten
Enrolled in grade 1 to grade 4 Public school Private school Enrolled in grade 5 to grade 8 Public school Private school Enrolled in grade 9 to grade 12 Public school Private school Enrolled in college undergraduate years Public school Private school Enrolled in graduate or professional school Public school Private school Not enrolled in school POPULATION AGE 65+ BY RELATIONSHIP AND HOUSEHOLD TYPE Total Living in Households Living in Family Households
Living in Nonfamily Households Householder Nonrelative Living in Group Quarters
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
Reliability:
high
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
Reliability
HOUSEHOLDS BY TYPE AND SIZE AND AGE Family Households
205
68.3%
103
2-Person
91
30.3%
91
3-Person
53
17.7%
65
4-Person
19
6.3%
57
5-Person
42
14.0%
101
6-Person
0
0.0%
0
7+ Person
0
0.0%
0
95
31.7%
106
1-Person
95
31.7%
107
2-Person
0
0.0%
5
3-Person
0
0.0%
0
4-Person
0
0.0%
0
5-Person
0
0.0%
0
6-Person 7+ Person
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
93 93 76 0 17 0 207 104 8 95
31.0% 31.0% 25.3% 0.0% 5.7% 0.0% 69.0% 34.7% 2.7% 31.7%
103 103 93 0 44 0 125 82 33 106
115 79 36 0 185 16 169 0
38.3% 26.3% 12.0% 0.0% 61.7% 5.3% 56.3% 0.0%
96 97 49 0 98 43 95 5
Nonfamily Households
HOUSEHOLDS BY PRESENCE OF PEOPLE UNDER 18 YEARS BY HOUSEHOLD TYPE
Households with one or more people under 18 years Family households Married-couple family Male householder, no wife present Female householder, no husband present Nonfamily households Households with no people under 18 years Married-couple family Other family Nonfamily households HOUSEHOLDS BY PRESENCE OF PEOPLE 65 YEARS AND OVER, HOUSEHOLD SIZE AND HOUSEHOLD TYPE
Households with Pop 65+ 1-Person 2+ Person Family 2+ Person Nonfamily Households with No Pop 65+ 1-Person 2+ Person Family 2+ Person Nonfamily
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
Reliability:
high
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
809
100.0%
493
139 0
17.2% 0.0%
231 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 5
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
5 0
0 22
0.0% 2.7%
0 68
22 0
2.7% 0.0%
68 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0
0.0%
0
399 9
49.3% 1.1%
200 30
9 0
1.1% 0.0%
31 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 4
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
4 0
0 61
0.0% 7.5%
0 146
8 0
1.0% 0.0%
32 0
53 0
6.6% 0.0%
163 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0
0.0%
0
179
22.1%
155
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0 0
0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
0 0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0
0.0%
0
Reliability
POPULATION AGE 5+ YEARS BY LANGUAGE SPOKEN AT HOME AND ABILITY TO SPEAK ENGLISH Total 5 to 17 years Speak only English Speak Spanish Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other Indo-European languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak Asian and Pacific Island languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" 18 to 64 years Speak only English Speak Spanish Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other Indo-European languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak Asian and Pacific Island languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" 65 years and over Speak only English Speak Spanish Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other Indo-European languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak Asian and Pacific Island languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all"
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
Reliability:
high
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
Reliability
WORKERS AGE 16+ YEARS BY PLACE OF WORK Total
413
100.0%
188
Worked in state and in county of residence
296
71.7%
155
Worked in state and outside county of residence
116
28.1%
152
0
0.0%
22
413
100.0%
188
361
87.4%
186
27
6.5%
52
0
0.0%
0
Bus or trolley bus
0
0.0%
0
Streetcar or trolley car
0
0.0%
0
Subway or elevated
0
0.0%
0
Railroad
0
0.0%
0
Ferryboat
0
0.0%
0
Taxicab
0
0.0%
0
Motorcycle
0
0.0%
0
Bicycle
0
0.0%
0
Walked
0
0.0%
0
Other means
0
0.0%
5
26
6.3%
53
387
100.0%
185
1
0.3%
73
5 to 9 minutes
17
4.4%
49
10 to 14 minutes
44
11.4%
98
15 to 19 minutes
43
11.1%
86
20 to 24 minutes
98
25.3%
112
25 to 29 minutes
23
5.9%
44
30 to 34 minutes
47
12.1%
78
35 to 39 minutes
17
4.4%
39
40 to 44 minutes 45 to 59 minutes
22
5.7%
67
40
10.3%
66
60 to 89 minutes
9
2.3%
29
27
7.0%
69
Worked outside state of residence WORKERS AGE 16+ YEARS BY MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION TO WORK Total Drove alone Carpooled Public transportation (excluding taxicab)
Worked at home WORKERS AGE 16+ YEARS (WHO DID NOT WORK FROM HOME) BY TRAVEL TIME TO WORK Total Less than 5 minutes
90 or more minutes
N/A Average Travel Time to Work (in minutes) FEMALES AGE 20-64 YEARS BY AGE OF OWN CHILDREN AND EMPLOYMENT STATUS 262 Total Own children under 6 years only 4 4 In labor force Not in labor force 0 0 Own children under 6 years and 6 to 17 years In labor force 0 0 Not in labor force Own children 6 to 17 years only 96 96 In labor force Not in labor force 0 162 No own children under 18 years In labor force 88 Not in labor force 74
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
N/A 100.0% 1.5% 1.5% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 36.6% 36.6% 0.0% 61.8% 33.6% 28.2%
Reliability:
high
205 15 15 0 0 0 0 107 107 0 145 77 155
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
814
100.0%
487
165
20.3%
233
165
20.3%
233
Employer-Based Health Ins Only
164
20.1%
235
Direct-Purchase Health Ins Only
0
0.0%
0
Medicare Coverage Only
0
0.0%
0
Medicaid Coverage Only
1
0.1%
7
TRICARE/Military Hlth Cov Only
0
0.0%
0
VA Health Care Only
0
0.0%
0
2+ Types of Health Insurance
0
0.0%
0
No Health Insurance Coverage
0
0.0%
0
82
10.1%
128
Reliability
CIVILIAN NONINSTITUTIONALIZED POPULATION BY AGE & TYPES COVERAGE OHEALINSURANCE OF HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE Total Under 18 years: One Type of Health Insurance:
18 to 34 years: One Type of Health Insurance:
58
7.1%
100
Employer-Based Health Ins Only
50
6.1%
97
Direct-Purchase Health Ins Only
7
0.9%
23
Medicare Coverage Only
0
0.0%
0
Medicaid Coverage Only
0
0.0%
0
TRICARE/Military Hlth Cov Only
0
0.0%
0
VA Health Care Only
0
0.0%
0
13
1.6%
46
2+ Types of Health Insurance No Health Insurance Coverage 35 to 64 years: One Type of Health Insurance:
11
1.4%
41
387
47.5%
264
371
45.6%
273
Employer-Based Health Ins Only
351
43.1%
280
Direct-Purchase Health Ins Only
9
1.1%
23
Medicare Coverage Only
0
0.0%
0
Medicaid Coverage Only
11
1.4%
33
TRICARE/Military Hlth Cov Only
0
0.0%
0
VA Health Care Only
0
0.0%
0
14
1.7%
32
2+ Types of Health Insurance
No Health Insurance Coverage 65+ years: One Type of Health Insurance:
2
0.2%
28
179
22.0%
155
36
4.4%
75
Employer-Based Health Ins Only
0
0.0%
10
Direct-Purchase Health Ins Only
0
0.0%
0
36
4.4%
75
TRICARE/Military Hlth Cov Only
0
0.0%
0
VA Health Care Only
0
0.0%
0
144
17.7%
143
Medicare Coverage Only
2+ Types of Health Insurance: Employer-Based & Direct-Purchase Health Insurance
0
0.0%
0
Employer-Based Health & Medicare Insurance
58
7.1%
80
Direct-Purchase Health & Medicare Insurance
22
2.7%
54
Medicare & Medicaid Coverage
7
0.9%
28
Other Private Health Insurance Combos
0
0.0%
0
Other Public Health Insurance Combos
7
0.9%
26
49
6.0%
79
0
0.0%
0
Other Health Insrance Combinations
No Health Insurance Coverage
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
Reliability:
high
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±) 487
Reliability
POPULATION BY RATIO OF INCOME TO POVERTY LEVEL Total
814
100.0%
Under .50
2
0.2%
5
.50 to .99
1
0.1%
110
1.00 to 1.24
0
0.0%
0
1.25 to 1.49
7
0.9%
28
1.50 to 1.84
13
1.6%
34
1.85 to 1.99
0 790
0.0%
0
97.1%
485
649
100.0%
321
58
8.9%
72
591
91.1%
326
259
39.9%
126
53
8.2%
69
206
31.7%
118
390
60.1%
255
5
0.8%
17
385
59.3%
257
2.00 and over CIVILIAN POPULATION AGE 18 OR OLDER BY VETERAN STATUS Total Veteran Nonveteran Male Veteran Nonveteran Female Veteran Nonveteran CIVILIAN VETERANS AGE 18 OR OLDER BY PERIOD OF MILITARY SERVICE
58
100.0%
72
Gulf War (9/01 or later), no Gulf War (8/90 to 8/01), no Vietnam Era
0
0.0%
0
Gulf War (9/01 or later) and Gulf War (8/90 to 8/01), no Vietnam Era
1
1.7%
6
Gulf War (9/01 or later), and Gulf War (8/90 to 8/01), and Vietnam Era
0
0.0%
0
Gulf War (8/90 to 8/01), no Vietnam Era
3
5.2%
10
Total
Gulf War (8/90 to 8/01) and Vietnam Era
0
0.0%
0
11
19.0%
24
Vietnam Era and Korean War, no World War II
6
10.3%
23
Vietnam Era and Korean War and World War II
0
0.0%
0
Korean War, no Vietnam Era, no World War II
6
10.3%
21
Vietnam Era, no Korean War, no World War II
Korean War and World War II, no Vietnam Era
0
0.0%
0
World War II, no Korean War, no Vietnam Era
14
24.1%
39
Between Gulf War and Vietnam Era only
16
27.6%
36
Between Vietnam Era and Korean War only
0
0.0%
1
Between Korean War and World War II only
0
0.0%
0
Pre-World War II only
0
0.0%
0
300
100.0%
136
0
0.0%
0
Married-couple family
0
0.0%
0
Other family - male householder (no wife present)
0
0.0%
0
Other family - female householder (no husband present)
0
0.0%
0
Nonfamily household - male householder
0
0.0%
0
Nonfamily household - female householder
0
0.0%
0
300
100.0%
136
180
60.0%
98
0
0.0%
0
Other family - female householder (no husband present)
25
8.3%
56
Nonfamily household - male householder
14
4.7%
36
Nonfamily household - female householder
81
27.0%
108
HOUSEHOLDS BY POVERTY STATUS Total Income in the past 12 months below poverty level
Income in the past 12 months at or above poverty level Married-couple family Other family - male householder (no wife present)
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
Reliability:
high
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
Reliability
HOUSEHOLDS BY OTHER INCOME Social Security Income
156
52.0%
120
No Social Security Income
144
48.0%
112
Retirement Income No Retirement Income
42
14.0%
53
258
86.0%
135
0
GROSS RENT AS A PERCENTAGE OF HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS
ABOUT shorewood estates Shorewood Estates is a neighborhood of 236 homes in West Arlington near Lake Arlington, an area known for being primarily residential with an emphasis on parks and recreation amenities. It has a major thoroughfare, Shorewood Drive (for which the neighborhood is named), that bisects the neighborhood and provides neighbors convenient access to Perkins Road, Bowman Springs Park, and Interstate-20. Shorewood Estates is served by several local parks, the Lake Arlington Branch Library, Fire District 7, and the West Police Station. The neighborhood is located in Council District 4 (currently served by Councilwoman Kathryn Wilemon), and the Arlington Independent School District ( Shorewood Estates is zoned to Miller Elementary, Young Junior High, and Martin High School). Originally platted in 1965, Shorewood Estates was envisioned as a wooded oasis “where the good life begins”. The 100-acre development was marketed as an outdoor-lovers dream with heavily wooded lots of at least a half an acre up to 2 acres, and easy access to all of the amenities at the new Lake Arlington. Not much has changed in the last 50 years in Shorewood as Arlington has expanded from a “bedroom” community to a bustling city in the heart of the DFW metroplex. Neighbors who have lived in Shorewood, whether for 5 years or 50 years, chose Shorewood Estates because of its rural feel with city conveniences. In most aging neighborhoods, as change occurs over time residents want to ensure that the best things about their neighborhood are maintained and enhanced. Shorewood Estates residents have engaged with the City of Arlington planning staff to develop a plan that identifies the unique characteristics of Shorewood Estates, and provides a framework to maintain and enhance these features for decades to come.
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Demographic Profile Demographics of shorewood estates Shorewood Estates is located within Census Block Groups 1216.092 and 1216.093. Demographic data for this plan is a combination of the American Census Survey 2010-2014 5-year estimates and information provided by respondents to the neighborhood survey, made available to all residents who live in Shorewood Estates.
Population The population of Shorewood Estates is 814. This represents 0.2% of the total City of Arlington population. Shorewood Estates is a relatively homogenous neighborhood with a majority of the residents identifying as White and only 4% identify as Hispanic or Latino. While 38% of the households in Shorewood Estates are over the age of 65, 31% of households have children younger than 18 years of age. 1- and 2-person households make up 62% of Shorewood Estates.
Household Characteristics Seventy-five percent of Shorewood Estates households earn at least $100,000 annually with most earning between $100,000 and $175,000 annually. This is significantly above the City median household income of $53,326. More than 84% of the homes in Shorewood Estates are owner-occupied, and 16% are renter occupied. Renter-occupied units rent for $900-$2,000 per month, with an average rent of $1,602. Most renters living in Shorewood Estates moved in prior to 2009 (96%), indicating that those renting homes in the neighborhood are not a transient population and are likely to be invested in their homes.
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DEVELOPMENT PROFILE General Development Patterns Shorewood Estates is zoned RS-7.2, which is single family zoning for lots at least 7,200 square feet, although Shorewood Estates has much larger lots ranging from half acre to two-acres. There is no multi-family development in, or surrounding, Shorewood Estates. The neighborhood is insulated from commercial development by other single-family neighborhoods, with the nearest commercially zoned properties located on the east side of West Green Oaks Boulevard, south of Pleasant Ridge Road, and west of Poly Webb Road. The nearest shopping area for Shorewood Estates is located south of the neighborhood at Little Road and Interstate 20. According to the neighborhood survey conducted for this study, neighbors are overwhelmingly satisfied with the commercial development near their homes. Residents believe the commercial options meet their daily shopping needs (97%), are clean and well-maintained (92%), and have adequate customer parking (89%) (except for the Kroger grocery store at West Pleasant Ridge and Little Road).There was also no perception from residents surveyed that the nearby commercial development had a negative impact on residences (8%).
Property Values & Reinvestment Tarrant Appraisal District (TAD) data shows that the average home value in Shorewood Estates for 2016 was $205,567, significantly above the City-wide average home value of $160,612. While Shorewood Estates has a diverse mix of family types from single retirees to young professional families with children, the neighbors who live here have made significant investments in their homes and have a vested interest in maintaining or increasing their property values, and are sensitive to future decline. While there is occasional infill development in Shorewood Estates (five lots in the neighborhood are currently undeveloped), the primary construction permits for homes in the neighborhood reflect a trend of reinvestment in the existing properties. From January 2012 to January 2017, 48 residential construction permits were issued by the Community Development and Planning Department at a construction value of $627,419. Twenty-five of these permits were for re-roofing, 8 residential accessory structures (sheds, garage, patio covers), two pool barriers, and 13 were for other interior remodel/alteration/repair projects. 4
transportation Transportation in Shorewood Estates The transportation system that serves a neighborhood is a critical factor in where residents choose to live. Ideal neighborhoods offer convenient access to highways, restaurants, shops, and schools, while still providing safe and pedestrian-friendly travel within the neighborhood streets. The condition of the streets and streetscapes of a neighborhood can also have an impact on property values and general perception of the neighborhood to the rest of the city and region. Streets are also high-cost infrastructure projects that require planning both by the city and the neighborhood to ensure that the streets do not fall into disrepair. This section will discuss the current condition of the streets in Shorewood Estates, perceptions of the streets and other modes of transportation, and plans for the future.
Streets Current Condition In Shorewood Estates, the streets were not constructed using curb and gutter design. Rather, curbs are absent and bar ditches handle stormwater runoff. This condition promotes the more “rural” feel that the residents love. Local pavement condition is determined by the City’s Overall Condition Index (OCI) evaluation system. The OCI system rates streets on a scale of 0-100 based on various factors and are given a status of Red, Yellow, or Green. Red indicates streets that are in the poorest 50% condition rating, yellow indicates streets that have a 50-70% condition rating, and green represents the streets that are in the top 30% condition rating. In 2013, the city began tackling road maintenance with a “Worst First” philosophy, meaning that the City repairs and rebuilds roads according to which streets are in the worst condition. Although Shorewood has a number of Red and Yellow streets throughout the neighborhood, none of these streets are planned to be repaired or rebuilt through 2018 due to funding constraints of the City’s bond and street maintenance sales tax programs The neighborhood survey revealed that overall, neighbors are satisfied with traffic congestion of both major and neighborhood streets, and that cut-through traffic wasn’t a problem .Residents also generally found the existing traffic signs to be adequate, unobstructed, and well-maintained. Two intersections were noted for some safety concerns regarding speeding vehicles – Saddle Ridge Drive at Beachview Drive, and Shorewood Drive at Beachview Drive. 5
transportation, cont. Future Plans The Arlington Thoroughfare Development Plan (TDP) is a long-range plan that the City follows when designing and constructing/reconstructing new roadways. The TDP provides general alignment, facility type, and design guidelines for roadway facilities to meet projected long-term growth, preserve future corridors, and forms the basis for the roadway capital improvement program, roadway impact fees, and developer requirements. In Shorewood Estates, there are two roads that are included on the Thoroughfare Development Plan – Shorewood Drive and Perkins Road. Both roads are planned to remain the 2-lane major collectors that they are today, with no plans for expansion. This means that although these roads are the primary traffic collectors for the neighborhood, our models do not anticipate increased traffic congestion along these roadways.
Sidewalks and Bicycle Facilities Current Condition Currently, pedestrians and bicycle facilities do not exist in Shorewood Estates, although outdoor activities were identified as a primary amenity for the neighborhood according to the results of the neighborhood survey.
Future Plans The City adopted a Hike and Bike Master Plan in 2011 to create a complete and comprehensive non-vehicular network for both travel and recreation. Shorewood Estates is an important component of the western portion of the network with several facilities planned throughout the neighborhood. The plan delineates on-street and off-street facilities. In general, on-street facilities are installed in conjunction with street repair/rebuild projects, while off-street facilities are completed as funding becomes available. In Shorewood, planned on-street facilities include bike routes on Beachview Drive from Shorewood to Edgewater Court, and Edgewater Court to a major utility easement that runs through the Shorewood Estates area. Bike lanes (on-street) are planned for Shorewood Drive west of Beachview Drive. Finally, a trail (off-street) is planned to be constructed within a utility easement running from Edgewater Court northeast towards Perkins Road. Although sidewalks are not constructed in the neighborhood, there was desire in both the survey and neighborhood meeting to make walking through the neighborhood safer for pedestrians, especially on the major streets Shorewood Drive and Saddle Ridge Road. Neighbors seemed split on the issue, but are generally supportive of a less traditional walking path along these roadways (such as a decomposed granite pathway). Residents did believe formal sidewalk construction would detract from the rural character of the neighborhood.
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Infrastructure Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Systems in Shorewood Estates Water & Sewer Systems The Water and Sewer Systems in the City of Arlington are managed by the Water Utilities Department. The majority of the water system in Shorewood Estates was installed as the roadways and other infrastructure were installed, between 1966 and 1979. Water lines on Sage Circle and portions of Beachview Drive were replaced in 1987. In 1992, Shorewood Drive, Calcutta Court, Cricket Court, and Shorewood Court water lines were replaced. In 1995, Conestoga Court and portions of Colony Club Court were replaced. The sewer system was installed along with subdivision development between 1973 and 1975. A portion of Edgewater Court was replaced in 2006. The sewer system on Colony Club Road between Fox Run Road and Saddle Ridge Court is a private line. Water and sewer capacity issues did not appear as a concern in the neighborhood meetings or the survey, and the Water Utilities Department has determined the current capacity to be sufficient. Residential water and sewer lines are replaced through the Capital Improvement Program budget process as needed, utilizing water and sewer user fees. Currently, there are no plans to renew water or sewer lines in the Shorewood Estates neighborhood.
Stormwater System One of the most notable features of the Shorewood Estates neighborhood is the rural feel. This is achieved with large lots, deep setbacks, extensive tree cover and asphalt streets without curb and gutter. Within Shorewood Estates, all of the streets except Saddle Ridge Court, Edgewater Court, Perkins Road, Cloudridge Court, and portions of Beachview Drive utilize a series of drainage ditches and culverts for the conveyance of stormwater through the neighborhood. While the drainage ditch and culvert system is significant for the aesthetics of the neighborhood, it requires more private property maintenance than typical urban underground drainage systems. Despite the maintenance requirements, neighbors responding to the survey and attending meetings overwhelmingly did not want the neighborhood infrastructure modified to curb and gutter, but expressed interest in more clearly defining the maintenance responsibilities of the existing stormwater system. Stormwater systems in Arlington are maintained by the Stormwater Management Division of the Public Works and Transportation Department. Activities of the Stormwater Management Division are funded through stormwater utility fees (included on residential and commercial water bills each month), and include capital infrastructure improvements, stormwater infrastructure maintenance, floodplain management, education outreach programs, and monitoring compliance of local, state, and federal stormwater regulations. According to current City policy, the maintenance responsibilities of drainage features related to streets without curb and gutter are as follows: • Culverts under roadways: The City’s Stormwater Crew is responsible for maintenance of these culverts under public roadways. • Culverts under driveways or private walkways: The homeowner is responsible for maintenance, repair, and replacement. • Bar Ditches: The homeowner is responsible for routine maintenance of bar ditches. The City will assist with grading to help with drainage or standing water on an as needed basis with notification from the homeowner. The City’s Stormwater Management Division will assist residents with evaluation of specific areas of concern and will coordinate solutions where appropriate. Many times, it is difficult to solve drainage and ponding problems on an individual basis and involves several homeowners to ensure that culvert grades are set at appropriate elevations. In this case, a maintenance plan that designates public and private responsibilities could be beneficial.
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public safety Public Safety in Shorewood Estates Public Safety is one of the most critical factors in the long-term stability and determination of quality of life in neighborhoods. Public Safety includes Police and Fire services, but also considers design elements such as lighting, visibility, and social neighborhood monitoring. In general, a neighborhood where residents know and look out for each other experience the lowest crime rates and the highest perceptions of safety.
Crime Shorewood Estates experiences a much lower crime rate than other parts of Arlington. Between December 2015 and January 2017, only 39 police reports were filed within Shorewood. Of these 39, 10 were responses to residential alarm calls. The remaining report types were experienced 3 or fewer times in two years, and can be seen in table 4.1. In general, neighborhood perception was in line with the report data, as 90% of survey respondents did not see crime as a problem. The primary safety concern of the neighborhood regards speeding along major roads (as discussed in the Transportation section of this plan), and increased Lake Arlington traffic primarily during the summer months. While the neighborhood in general did not think that increased patrol was necessary in the neighborhood, at a neighborhood planning meeting, the general consensus was that perhaps increased patrol was warranted when recreational lake use was particularly high. While a neighborhood Crime Watch does exist in Shorewood Estates, the survey revealed that not all neighbors know about or participate in the program. Shorewood Crime Watch should continue to work with the Arlington Police Department and surrounding neighbors to increase Crime Watch participation in the neighborhood.
Lighting Regarding lighting of the neighborhood, 67% of survey respondents found light levels to be adequate. The existing level of lighting was noted by several respondents to contribute to the rural character of the neighborhood, and many felt as though increased lighting would detract from that character. In general, the lighting is sufficient in Shorewood for now, but an increase in crime or perceived crime could warrant additional lighting in the future.
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neighborhood services neighborhood services in Shorewood Estates Neighborhood services combine the remaining government services that are not related to public safety (i.e. Police and Fire). These services are considered “core services” that are necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of our citizens. In general, residents of Shorewood Estates are satisfied with the core services provided by the City, with some identified areas for improvement. Issues related to Police, Fire, and Street Maintenance are not discussed in this section, as they are discussed at length in other sections of this plan.
Garbage & Recycling In Shorewood Estates, garbage and recycling are collected on Tuesdays and Fridays by Republic Services, the city’s contractor. Shorewood Estates residents are overwhelmingly satisfied with garbage collection in the City, but the neighborhood survey reveals a perception of littering along the major roads through the neighborhood, particularly along Shorewood Drive. While this does not directly impact the perception of garbage and recycling for residents of Shorewood Estates, there may be an opportunity to increase garbage and recycling facilities closer to the lake. Additionally, Shorewood Estates residents may consider a regularly scheduled neighborhood cleanup to make sure the roadways stay clear of litter.
Property Maintenance and Appearance (Code Compliance) The maintenance and upkeep of residences in a neighborhood are critical to the overall perception of the neighborhood. Not only does property appearance impact the perception, it can also have a very tangible impact on the property values of the homes in the neighborhood. The city’s Code Compliance department aims to protect these property values, as well as the safety and health of all residents, by monitoring the impact of private property maintenance related to the quality of life for those in public spaces. In residential areas, this is primarily related to the parking of vehicles, outside storage, dilapidated structures, and unpermitted construction projects. Since 2006, Shorewood Estates has received 90 notices of violation from the Code Compliance Officers. The most frequent occurrences are Nuisance Outdoor Storage (10), Parking in the Yard (12), and Unclean Premises (17). Nearly all of the notices of violation were abated by the property owner within 10 days of notification. The neighborhood survey revealed that primary resident concerns were dilapidated fences (28%), property cleanliness (24%), weeds and unmowed grass (24%), and wild animals (25%).
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neighborhood services, cont. Parking In Shorewood Estates, 80% of residents have 1-2 cars, and 19% have 3-4 cars per household. Most homes have large driveways with two or more car garages, so most resident cars are able to park in the garage or driveway. Residential parking was not considered a major problem in Shorewood Estates, with only 9% of residents responding that parking in front of their house is a regular problem for themselves or guests; however, nearly 30% of residents consider vehicles parked along the street to be a problem in the neighborhood. This problem is primarily perceived to be because streets are too narrow to park along the street safely, especially in combination with the bar-ditch construction of the streets.
Schools Schools zoned to Shorewood Estates include Miller Elementary, Young Junior High School, and Martin High School. The perception of the surrounding schools has a significant impact on property values. In general, residents are pleased with the schools in their area, with only nine of 67 respondents citing the schools as “fair” or “poor”. In fact, 52% of residents said the schools in the area attracted them to the neighborhood, ranking third behind “Location” and “Type of Housing”. In 2014, Arlington voters approved the largest bond package in the history of the Arlington Independent School District to improve facilities across the city, as well as new state-of-the-art facilities for students district-wide. Miller Elementary, Young Junior High, and Martin High School are scheduled to receive portions of the bond funding for life-cycle updates, STEM additions, and a Multi-purpose Activity Center for Martin High School.
Parks Shorewood Estates residents take advantage of their serene neighborhood by spending time outdoors. Shorewood Estates has two parks – Bowman Springs and Thora Hart – and Lake Arlington within a mile of the neighborhood. According to the neighborhood survey, 87% of respondents have visited a park in the last month. In general, Shorewood residents primarily value walking or jogging trails (93%) followed by biking trails (45%), picnic areas (44%), playgrounds (41%) and passive open areas (40%). During a neighborhood meeting, some residents expressed concern about small children at the larger Bowman Springs Park that brings a high volume of Lake Arlington visitors during the summer months. As a result, the residents decided to explore opportunities for a neighborhood “pocket park” that would be more appropriate for smaller children, and could provide a neighborhood gathering place for resident events like meetings or National Night Out. Location and layout of a future pocket park would be determined by the neighborhood, and could utilize the Urban Design Center to develop a park layout that is most suitable.
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Comprehensive Plan Comprehensive Plan and other relevant plans 99 Square Miles – The Comprehensive Plan The activities conducted by the City of Arlington are guided by the City’s main planning document – “99 Square Miles – A Vision for Arlington’s Future” – or, the Comprehensive Plan. Adopted in 2015, this plan is the primary planning document that all city plans contribute to. The same is true for this neighborhood plan, it is adopted as a component of the Comprehensive Plan, and a component of the overall vision for the City. The Comprehensive Plan is intended to known and implemented by elected officials, city staff, and citizens to ensure Arlington is headed in the right direction, as defined in the pages of the plan. There are five primary sections of the plan: Value our Neighborhoods, Get Around (transportation), Grow our Businesses, Protect our Resources, Develop our Land. The “Develop our Land” chapter of 99 Square Miles defines the future development of the city according to what kind of development is appropriate in different, unique areas of Arlington called “future development areas”. Shorewood Estates is located within the “Established Residential” future development area. This area covers the largest portion of the city and contains a variety of housing types as well as retail services. People living in this future development area would enjoy the benefits of neighborhood parks, schools, and community recreation centers. The goals and strategies of this neighborhood plan reflects the Comprehensive Plan vision for this portion of Arlington, while allowing for specific goals and strategies that reflect the specific desires of the residents of Shorewood Estates.
Lake Arlington Master Plan Constructed in 1957, Lake Arlington is located on Village Creek, a tributary of the Trinity River, approximately seven miles from downtown Arlington, with a surface area of 1,926 acres. It serves as the primary source of drinking water for the City of Arlington. The Lake Arlington Master Plan is a joint plan between the cities of Arlington and Fort Worth and the North Center Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) which primarily addresses water quality issues. The plan was adopted in 2011, and provides a series of best practices related to drinking water quality, the impact of natural gas wells, trash and debris entering the lake, boating and recreational capacity, fishing and wildlife, construction standards for docks, piers and retaining walls, and dredging. While only a portion of Shorewood Estates is directly adjacent to Lake Arlington, the lake is an integral part of the Shorewood Estates community, especially related to maintenance of the lake ecosystem, optimization of recreational use, and the impacts of future 11
Comprehensive Plan, cont. development surrounding the lake. For the Lake Arlington Master Plan, the portions of Shorewood Estates west of Perkins Road and north of Saddle Ridge Road are included in the study area. Shorewood Estates proximity to Lake Arlington means that resident activities have a direct impact on the water quality and sustainability of the regional ecosystem, and residents in the neighborhood should understand that pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and litter are the most common threats to water quality. Related to land development, the Arlington portion of the study area proposes no changes to the current development, and envisions the Lake Arlington area to remain dominantly single-family residential; however, there is significant development proposed on the western shore of the lake in Fort Worth. Additionally, any development along the lakefront including docks, piers, or retaining walls should be permitted by the City to ensure that the development meets the City’s design guidelines. Related to recreation, the Lake Arlington Master Plan recommends the following improvements to Bowman Springs Park: • A future community multiuse building • Landscaped parking areas to break down the visual scale and capture storm water • Landscaped fishing area • Community garden to break down the scale of parking and the boat ramp, and creates a new entrance to the park • Texas native planting walk to showcase native plants and provide a lowmaintenance buffer for storm water runoff into the lake The 2018-2019 bond program is anticipated to include funding for some of these planned renovations, including improvements to the playground, restrooms, pavilion, and parking lot.
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community capacity building When Shorewood Estates was developed, subdivisions were not required to establish property owner associations, or to dedicate open space for future development as the City requires today. The way that neighbors interact with each other today is much different than it was when the neighborhood was developed in the 1960s. With the large-scale erosions of social capital over the last 50 years, it is more important than ever for neighbors to know each other and to have spaces to gather together. Shorewood Estates is a neighborhood that works hard to know each other and to find ways to achieve their goals. Recently, the neighborhood has successfully applied for two Neighborhood Matching Grants to add entryway signage, decorative street sign poles, signature landscaping throughout the neighborhood, and two Little Free Libraries. Shorewood Estates is also known throughout the city for their National Night Out block parties that are attended by the Mayor, City Councilmembers, Police Officers and Firefighters annually. In 2017, Shorewood Estates launched a new website for residents and interested parties to better communicate about activities and events with their neighbors (www.shorewoodinfo.com). These efforts are the beginning of a neighborhood organization that will keep Shorewood Estates a desirable Arlington neighborhood for years to come. By building on this momentum, Shorewood Estates can create a framework for the neighborhood to maintain this level of engagement with each other and with the city over the long-term. Forming a non-profit neighborhood organization will provide this framework. Unlike homeowners associations, participation in a non-profit neighborhood organization is voluntary, allowing residents to choose their level of involvement while maintaining the benefits of a formal organization. Also unlike a traditional homeowners association, the organization would not have the authority to enact deed restrictions, development or improvement design requirements, collect mandatory dues, or place liens on private property in the neighborhood. Once formed, the Shorewood Estates Neighborhood Organization would have access to additional financial and organizational resources such as grants. Finally, a non-profit neighborhood organization will promote the democratic process in neighborhood decisions and provide an opportunity for all neighbors to participate in neighborhood activities. The City of Arlington offers financial assistance for the formation of non-profit neighborhood groups through the Neighborhood Matching Grant program.
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neighborhood survey & meetings neighborhood survey & meetings The Shorewood Estates Neighborhood Action Plan was developed by the residents of the neighborhood through a series of meetings and surveys to ensure that the plan reflects and desires of the neighborhood. City staff met with the neighborhood’s leadership team to establish the timeline and outreach strategy for the plan. Shorewood Estates primarily communicates through their neighborhood Facebook page, so all communication about the meetings was conveyed through this page.
Online Survey The survey was conducted online and included 47 questions related to demographics, perceptions of the neighborhood, and visions for the future of Shorewood Estates. Of 235 homes in Shorewood Estates, 75 responded to the survey for a response rate of 32%. While most of the data from the survey is included in the topical sections of the plan, the entire survey and results are included in an appendix to this plan.
Kick-off Meeting On February 24, 2017 approximately 20 residents attended the kick-off meeting for the Shorewood Estates Neighborhood Action Plan. City staff and residents reviewed the survey results, and discussed the most important characteristics of the neighborhood that should be improved and maintained. City staff took this feedback and the survey results to develop this neighborhood action plan.
Results Meeting On April 10, 2017 City staff met with the residents of Shorewood Estates to present the action plan and ensure that the plan reflected the desires and vision for the neighborhood’s future. Overall, the plan was well-received by the neighborhood. The plan was presented to the Community and Neighborhood Development Council Committee on May 23rd. Following that meeting, City staff committed to continuing to work with the neighborhood to develop the plan, and decided to host an additional neighborhood meeting to discuss the plan further.
Final Meeting On September 20, 2017, City staff hosted a neighborhood meeting to discuss the components of the plan before presenting to City Council for adoption. A letter was sent to every resident in the neighborhood inviting them to the meeting and informing on the planning process to date. The attendees were given a summary of the plan, and participated in a planning exercise to prioritize the final objectives of the plan, according to what was most important for the neighborhood to implement first. The residents prioritized the top 6 actions in the following order: 1. Maintain the bar-ditch style stormwater system 2. Reduce traffic and increase road safety on Shorewood and Saddleridge Drives 3. Maintain public areas and conduct regular neighborhood clean-ups 4. Explore the development of a Pocket Park 5. Support installation of hike/bike facilities as funding becomes available 6. Form a non-profit neighborhood organization At the conclusion of this meeting, attending residents confirmed that the plan was ready to be presented to the City Council for adoption.
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Objectives & STRATEGIES I. Continue to Maintain Stormwater System 1. Monitor Capital Improvement Program development and advocate for water and sewer system improvements in Shorewood Estates as necessary 2. Schedule a meeting with Stormwater Management staff to discuss best maintenance practices and alternatives for ditches and culverts 3. Explore the option of developing a neighborhood stormwater maintenance plan to ensure the proper maintenance of private culverts in order to mitigate the impact of lot to lot drainage patterns
II. Maintain the Rural Character of the Neighborhood 1. Maintain the bar-ditch style streets to maintain the rural feel of the neighborhood 2. Monitor commercial development in the area for neighborhood compatibility 3. Encourage the Green Oaks Village shopping center to reinvest in the building façade and parking areas
III. Reduce Traffic and Increase Road Safety 1. Coordinate with the Police Department and Public Works to reduce traffic speeds on Shorewood Drive and Saddle Ridge Drive 2. Monitor future TDP updates for changes to Shorewood Drive and Perkins Road 3. Encourage neighbors to download the Ask Arlington Smartphone App or call the City of Arlington Action Center to regularly report potholes and other road conditions in the neighborhood for repair as needed
IV. Maintain Upkeep and Appearance of the Neighborhood 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Maintain public areas, especially along major roadways, with regularly scheduled neighborhood cleanups Continue the Yard of Month program Increase participation of the Shorewood Estates Crime Watch Monitor crime statistics in the neighborhood Explore options for increased lighting, as necessary Encourage residents to maintain their property and avoid code compliance violations Educate residents about direct impact to the water quality of Lake Arlington
V. Promote Recreation and Outdoor Activity 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Explore options for developing a pocket park within Shorewood Estates Encourage the development of Hike/Bike Plan facilities planned for the neighborhood as funding is available Explore options to install separated paths for safe pedestrian travel on through-roads in the neighborhood Advocate for improvements to Bowman Springs Park Monitor future updates to the Lake Arlington Master Plan Participate in annual Lake Arlington cleanups hosted by Keep Arlington Beautiful
VI. Continue to Increase Community Capacity 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Form a Non-profit Neighborhood Organization Continue hosting National Night Out Find other opportunities for block parties or neighborhood events Maintain the neighborhood website and inform all neighbors of the online resource Continue to encourage neighborhood interaction through the Shorewood Estates Facebook page Support programs that improve the quality of education for students in AISD, particularly those serving Shorewood Estates Neighborhood 7. Monitor future updates to the Comprehensive Plan for impact to Shorewood Estates 15
Acknowledgements The Shorewood Estates Neighborhood Plan is the result of many hours of work, research and discussion by citizens and City staff. This plan could not have been completed without the dedication and effort of the citizens of the Shorewood Estates neighborhood.
Shorewood Estates Neighborhood Representatives Ethan McDaniel Brian Moore Mike Talambas Sid & Joann Smith John & Rhoda Bushee Cyndi & Michael Golden
Mayor and City Council W. Jeff Williams, Mayor Charlie Parker, District 1 Sheri Capehart, District 2 Roxanne Thalman, District 3 Kathryn Wilemon, District 4 Lana Wolff, District 5 Robert Shepard, District 6 Victoria Farrar-Myers, District 7 Michael Glaspie, District 8
City Departments City Manager’s Office Trey Yelverton, City Manager James F. Parajon, FAICP, Deputy City Manager Theron Bowman, Ph.D., Deputy City Manager Gilbert Perales, Deputy City Manager
Community Development and Planning John Dugan, AICP, Director Alicia Winkelblech, AICP, Assistant Director Lyndsay Mitchell, AICP, Planning Manager Sarah Stubblefield, AICP, Senior Planner
Arlington Urban Design Center Ann Foss, Ph.D., AICP John Watkins, UTA Landscape Architecture Intern
Planning and Zoning Commission Larry Fowler Clete McAlister Helen Moise Stephanie Woehr Jeff McCurdy Samuel Smith III Ron Smith Harry Croxton Cameron Atkins
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City of Arlington Community Development and Planning www.arlingtontx.gov/cdp 817-459-6502
appendix - neighborhood survey & census profile data
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neighborhood survey 1. What is your street address?
2. What is your gender?
3. What is your age?
4. Are children living under the age of 18 living in your home?
5. Which of the following best represents your race?
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6. How many people are in your household?
7. What is the primary language spoken in your home?
8. What is the highest level of education attained?
9. What is your approximate average household income?
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10. How many vehicles in your household?
11. What Street do you live on?
12. What year was your home built?
13. Do you own or rent your dwelling?
14. How long have you lived in the neighborhood?
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15. What attracted you to the neighborhood? (Please check all that apply)
16. How many people in the neighborhood would you...
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17. What do you like most about the neighborhood?
18. What do you like least about the neighborhood?
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19. How noisy is the neighborhood?
20. Overall, how would you rate the livability of your neighborhood?
21. Please rate the following services:
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22. Do the commercial establishments in or near your neighborhood:
23. Rate the following in your neighborhood:
24. Is cut-through traffic a problem on your street?
25. Is cut-through traffic a problem elsewhere in the neighborhood?
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26. Do you think that vehicles speed through your neighborhood?
27. Are the street or traffic signs (stop signs, street signs, etc) in your area...
28. If not, please explain
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29. Is there a drainage problem on your street
30. Do you think it is safe to walk throughout all areas of the neighborhood (including routes taken by children to school)?
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31. Is additional streetl lighting needed in the neighborhood?
32. Do you consider crime a problem in the neighborhood?
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33. Have you or your neighborhood been a victim of crime in the neighborhood?
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34. Is there a neighborhood crime watch program on your block?
35. Do you think increased police patrol is needed in the neighborhood?
36. How many vehicles do you park on and in front of your property?
37. Is parking in front of your house a regular problem for you or your guests?
38. Do you consider vehicles parked along the street a problem in the neighborhood?
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39. If you have parking problems, what do you think are the causes?
40. Have you or anyone in your household visited a park in the last (check all that apply):
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41. What type of parks and facilities do you use or would you use if made available (please check all that apply):
42. Do you think the neighborhood has a problem with (please check all that apply):
43. Where is the trash/litter/graffiti problem located?
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44. In reading the list below, do you feel that these situations are a problem in the neighborhood?
45. How do you get most of your news about Arlington (pleasecheck all that apply):
46. What do you feel is the best means for neighborhood communication for activities, crime watch date, and/or general neighborhood information (please check all that apply):
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47. We would appreciation your additional comments on any topic about your neighborhood.
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
Reliability
TOTALS Total Population
814
487
Total Households
300
136
Total Housing Units
299
134
POPULATION AGE 3+ YEARS BY SCHOOL ENROLLMENT Total
809
100.0%
493
197
24.4%
296
0
0.0%
0
0
0.0%
0
0
0.0%
0
3
0.4%
16
Public school
3
0.4%
16
Private school
0
0.0%
0
72
8.9%
177
72
8.9%
177
0
0.0%
0
46
5.7%
99
45
5.6%
97
1
0.1%
6
49
6.1%
82
49
6.1%
82
0
0.0%
0
26
3.2%
45
23
2.8%
43
3
0.4%
10
0
0.0%
19
0
0.0%
9
0 612
0.0% 75.6%
4 280
179
100.0%
155
179
100.0%
155
93
52.0%
133
Householder Spouse
39
21.8%
51
33
18.4%
45
Parent
21
11.7%
51
Parent-in-law
0
0.0%
0
Other Relative
0
0.0%
0
Nonrelative
0
0.0%
0
86
48.0%
97
86
48.0%
97
0
0.0%
0
0
0.0%
0
Enrolled in school Enrolled in nursery school, preschool Public school Private school Enrolled in kindergarten
Enrolled in grade 1 to grade 4 Public school Private school Enrolled in grade 5 to grade 8 Public school Private school Enrolled in grade 9 to grade 12 Public school Private school Enrolled in college undergraduate years Public school Private school Enrolled in graduate or professional school Public school Private school Not enrolled in school POPULATION AGE 65+ BY RELATIONSHIP AND HOUSEHOLD TYPE Total Living in Households Living in Family Households
Living in Nonfamily Households Householder Nonrelative Living in Group Quarters
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
Reliability:
high
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
Reliability
HOUSEHOLDS BY TYPE AND SIZE AND AGE Family Households
205
68.3%
103
2-Person
91
30.3%
91
3-Person
53
17.7%
65
4-Person
19
6.3%
57
5-Person
42
14.0%
101
6-Person
0
0.0%
0
7+ Person
0
0.0%
0
95
31.7%
106
1-Person
95
31.7%
107
2-Person
0
0.0%
5
3-Person
0
0.0%
0
4-Person
0
0.0%
0
5-Person
0
0.0%
0
6-Person 7+ Person
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
93 93 76 0 17 0 207 104 8 95
31.0% 31.0% 25.3% 0.0% 5.7% 0.0% 69.0% 34.7% 2.7% 31.7%
103 103 93 0 44 0 125 82 33 106
115 79 36 0 185 16 169 0
38.3% 26.3% 12.0% 0.0% 61.7% 5.3% 56.3% 0.0%
96 97 49 0 98 43 95 5
Nonfamily Households
HOUSEHOLDS BY PRESENCE OF PEOPLE UNDER 18 YEARS BY HOUSEHOLD TYPE
Households with one or more people under 18 years Family households Married-couple family Male householder, no wife present Female householder, no husband present Nonfamily households Households with no people under 18 years Married-couple family Other family Nonfamily households HOUSEHOLDS BY PRESENCE OF PEOPLE 65 YEARS AND OVER, HOUSEHOLD SIZE AND HOUSEHOLD TYPE
Households with Pop 65+ 1-Person 2+ Person Family 2+ Person Nonfamily Households with No Pop 65+ 1-Person 2+ Person Family 2+ Person Nonfamily
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
Reliability:
high
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
809
100.0%
493
139 0
17.2% 0.0%
231 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 5
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
5 0
0 22
0.0% 2.7%
0 68
22 0
2.7% 0.0%
68 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0
0.0%
0
399 9
49.3% 1.1%
200 30
9 0
1.1% 0.0%
31 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 4
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
4 0
0 61
0.0% 7.5%
0 146
8 0
1.0% 0.0%
32 0
53 0
6.6% 0.0%
163 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0
0.0%
0
179
22.1%
155
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0 0 0
0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
0 0 0
0 0
0.0% 0.0%
0 0
0
0.0%
0
Reliability
POPULATION AGE 5+ YEARS BY LANGUAGE SPOKEN AT HOME AND ABILITY TO SPEAK ENGLISH Total 5 to 17 years Speak only English Speak Spanish Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other Indo-European languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak Asian and Pacific Island languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" 18 to 64 years Speak only English Speak Spanish Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other Indo-European languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak Asian and Pacific Island languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" 65 years and over Speak only English Speak Spanish Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other Indo-European languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak Asian and Pacific Island languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all" Speak other languages Speak English "very well" or "well" Speak English "not well" Speak English "not at all"
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
Reliability:
high
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
Reliability
WORKERS AGE 16+ YEARS BY PLACE OF WORK Total
413
100.0%
188
Worked in state and in county of residence
296
71.7%
155
Worked in state and outside county of residence
116
28.1%
152
0
0.0%
22
413
100.0%
188
361
87.4%
186
27
6.5%
52
0
0.0%
0
Bus or trolley bus
0
0.0%
0
Streetcar or trolley car
0
0.0%
0
Subway or elevated
0
0.0%
0
Railroad
0
0.0%
0
Ferryboat
0
0.0%
0
Taxicab
0
0.0%
0
Motorcycle
0
0.0%
0
Bicycle
0
0.0%
0
Walked
0
0.0%
0
Other means
0
0.0%
5
26
6.3%
53
387
100.0%
185
1
0.3%
73
5 to 9 minutes
17
4.4%
49
10 to 14 minutes
44
11.4%
98
15 to 19 minutes
43
11.1%
86
20 to 24 minutes
98
25.3%
112
25 to 29 minutes
23
5.9%
44
30 to 34 minutes
47
12.1%
78
35 to 39 minutes
17
4.4%
39
40 to 44 minutes 45 to 59 minutes
22
5.7%
67
40
10.3%
66
60 to 89 minutes
9
2.3%
29
27
7.0%
69
Worked outside state of residence WORKERS AGE 16+ YEARS BY MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION TO WORK Total Drove alone Carpooled Public transportation (excluding taxicab)
Worked at home WORKERS AGE 16+ YEARS (WHO DID NOT WORK FROM HOME) BY TRAVEL TIME TO WORK Total Less than 5 minutes
90 or more minutes
N/A Average Travel Time to Work (in minutes) FEMALES AGE 20-64 YEARS BY AGE OF OWN CHILDREN AND EMPLOYMENT STATUS 262 Total Own children under 6 years only 4 4 In labor force Not in labor force 0 0 Own children under 6 years and 6 to 17 years In labor force 0 0 Not in labor force Own children 6 to 17 years only 96 96 In labor force Not in labor force 0 162 No own children under 18 years In labor force 88 Not in labor force 74
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
N/A 100.0% 1.5% 1.5% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 36.6% 36.6% 0.0% 61.8% 33.6% 28.2%
Reliability:
high
205 15 15 0 0 0 0 107 107 0 145 77 155
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
814
100.0%
487
165
20.3%
233
165
20.3%
233
Employer-Based Health Ins Only
164
20.1%
235
Direct-Purchase Health Ins Only
0
0.0%
0
Medicare Coverage Only
0
0.0%
0
Medicaid Coverage Only
1
0.1%
7
TRICARE/Military Hlth Cov Only
0
0.0%
0
VA Health Care Only
0
0.0%
0
2+ Types of Health Insurance
0
0.0%
0
No Health Insurance Coverage
0
0.0%
0
82
10.1%
128
Reliability
CIVILIAN NONINSTITUTIONALIZED POPULATION BY AGE & TYPES COVERAGE OHEALINSURANCE OF HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE Total Under 18 years: One Type of Health Insurance:
18 to 34 years: One Type of Health Insurance:
58
7.1%
100
Employer-Based Health Ins Only
50
6.1%
97
Direct-Purchase Health Ins Only
7
0.9%
23
Medicare Coverage Only
0
0.0%
0
Medicaid Coverage Only
0
0.0%
0
TRICARE/Military Hlth Cov Only
0
0.0%
0
VA Health Care Only
0
0.0%
0
13
1.6%
46
2+ Types of Health Insurance No Health Insurance Coverage 35 to 64 years: One Type of Health Insurance:
11
1.4%
41
387
47.5%
264
371
45.6%
273
Employer-Based Health Ins Only
351
43.1%
280
Direct-Purchase Health Ins Only
9
1.1%
23
Medicare Coverage Only
0
0.0%
0
Medicaid Coverage Only
11
1.4%
33
TRICARE/Military Hlth Cov Only
0
0.0%
0
VA Health Care Only
0
0.0%
0
14
1.7%
32
2+ Types of Health Insurance
No Health Insurance Coverage 65+ years: One Type of Health Insurance:
2
0.2%
28
179
22.0%
155
36
4.4%
75
Employer-Based Health Ins Only
0
0.0%
10
Direct-Purchase Health Ins Only
0
0.0%
0
36
4.4%
75
TRICARE/Military Hlth Cov Only
0
0.0%
0
VA Health Care Only
0
0.0%
0
144
17.7%
143
Medicare Coverage Only
2+ Types of Health Insurance: Employer-Based & Direct-Purchase Health Insurance
0
0.0%
0
Employer-Based Health & Medicare Insurance
58
7.1%
80
Direct-Purchase Health & Medicare Insurance
22
2.7%
54
Medicare & Medicaid Coverage
7
0.9%
28
Other Private Health Insurance Combos
0
0.0%
0
Other Public Health Insurance Combos
7
0.9%
26
49
6.0%
79
0
0.0%
0
Other Health Insrance Combinations
No Health Insurance Coverage
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
Reliability:
high
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±) 487
Reliability
POPULATION BY RATIO OF INCOME TO POVERTY LEVEL Total
814
100.0%
Under .50
2
0.2%
5
.50 to .99
1
0.1%
110
1.00 to 1.24
0
0.0%
0
1.25 to 1.49
7
0.9%
28
1.50 to 1.84
13
1.6%
34
1.85 to 1.99
0 790
0.0%
0
97.1%
485
649
100.0%
321
58
8.9%
72
591
91.1%
326
259
39.9%
126
53
8.2%
69
206
31.7%
118
390
60.1%
255
5
0.8%
17
385
59.3%
257
2.00 and over CIVILIAN POPULATION AGE 18 OR OLDER BY VETERAN STATUS Total Veteran Nonveteran Male Veteran Nonveteran Female Veteran Nonveteran CIVILIAN VETERANS AGE 18 OR OLDER BY PERIOD OF MILITARY SERVICE
58
100.0%
72
Gulf War (9/01 or later), no Gulf War (8/90 to 8/01), no Vietnam Era
0
0.0%
0
Gulf War (9/01 or later) and Gulf War (8/90 to 8/01), no Vietnam Era
1
1.7%
6
Gulf War (9/01 or later), and Gulf War (8/90 to 8/01), and Vietnam Era
0
0.0%
0
Gulf War (8/90 to 8/01), no Vietnam Era
3
5.2%
10
Total
Gulf War (8/90 to 8/01) and Vietnam Era
0
0.0%
0
11
19.0%
24
Vietnam Era and Korean War, no World War II
6
10.3%
23
Vietnam Era and Korean War and World War II
0
0.0%
0
Korean War, no Vietnam Era, no World War II
6
10.3%
21
Vietnam Era, no Korean War, no World War II
Korean War and World War II, no Vietnam Era
0
0.0%
0
World War II, no Korean War, no Vietnam Era
14
24.1%
39
Between Gulf War and Vietnam Era only
16
27.6%
36
Between Vietnam Era and Korean War only
0
0.0%
1
Between Korean War and World War II only
0
0.0%
0
Pre-World War II only
0
0.0%
0
300
100.0%
136
0
0.0%
0
Married-couple family
0
0.0%
0
Other family - male householder (no wife present)
0
0.0%
0
Other family - female householder (no husband present)
0
0.0%
0
Nonfamily household - male householder
0
0.0%
0
Nonfamily household - female householder
0
0.0%
0
300
100.0%
136
180
60.0%
98
0
0.0%
0
Other family - female householder (no husband present)
25
8.3%
56
Nonfamily household - male householder
14
4.7%
36
Nonfamily household - female householder
81
27.0%
108
HOUSEHOLDS BY POVERTY STATUS Total Income in the past 12 months below poverty level
Income in the past 12 months at or above poverty level Married-couple family Other family - male householder (no wife present)
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey
Reliability:
high
medium
low
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ACS Population Summary Shorewood Estates Area: 0.22 square miles
Prepared by Esri
2010 - 2014 ACS Estimate
Percent
MOE(±)
Reliability
HOUSEHOLDS BY OTHER INCOME Social Security Income
156
52.0%
120
No Social Security Income
144
48.0%
112
Retirement Income No Retirement Income
42
14.0%
53
258
86.0%
135
0
GROSS RENT AS A PERCENTAGE OF HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS
