Dublin Wins $3.4M in Federal Grant Money
The City of Dublin will be receiving $3.4M in Federal funds for its approval of high-density housing near the East and West Dublin BART stations (e.g., Elan, Windstar, Metropolitan, etc.). In addition to general enhancements along Dublin Blvd, the City will be purchasing identity markers and a gateway feature that will be at the Dougherty and Dublin Blvd. intersection next to Dublin Honda. This funding provides an example of why cities like Dublin are approving high-density and affordable housing projects. It’s simply too hard to pass up the Federal and State funds.
This past Tuesday night, the City Council reviewed several options for the gateway feature and ultimately selected the “Eternal Ribbon” feature. Here is how the architect describes this feature:
A modern twist on the traditional gateway arch this design manifests constant motion combined with stability. Inspired by the Moebius strip, a steel ribbon rises from two sweeping earth mounds. The arch’s seemingly fluid form changes dramatically when viewed from different angles along Dublin Boulevard and Dougherty Road while its textured metal skin captures the changing light. The shape of this 30 foot tall structure is reflected in the earth by a curved path cut into the mounds. The relationship between the rolling earth forms and graceful arch creates an infinity symbol-a resonant visual that speaks to the City’s rich history and bright future.
The cost of this gateway feature is estimated to be $580K. The original design called for tall and full trees. However, Mayor Lockhart and the other members of the Council directed City staff to ensure that the trees would not be blocking the view of Dublin Honda.
3:43 PM on December 27th, 2007
Nice work. We desperately need a newsletter or newspaper for the people of Dublin to be informed of the local happenings.