ClementinaSF

Phase One - Convert the southern portion of Sumner Street into a pedestrian alleyway.  This area would extend from Clementina Street north approximately 150 feet to 55 Sumner Street.   As you know, Sumner Street is extremely narrow (12 feet) and does not afford easy vehicular access nor provide ADA compliant sidewalks.  Chief among our ideas is the possibility of closing off the aforementioned portion of Sumner Street to traffic, integrating both the sidewalk and this portion of the street into one surface, and introducing trees, benches and new lighting to the area.  Further, we want all Phase One improvements to “tie” with the aesthetics envisioned in converting the adjacent parking lot into a green space (as described under Phase Three, below).  Utility undergrounding is an option, but may be cost prohibitive.  ClementinaSF is in the process of applying for a grant to fund a portion of Phase One.

Phase Two - Improvements to Clementina Street.  This will be accomplished by refurbishing the existing mural via a partnership with the city and an established non profit.  Further, this phase includes adding trees and benches to the 600 and 700 blocks of Clementina Street.  Lastly at a later date, sidewalk bulb outs are envisioned for both blocks as an aesthetic feature that both greens and quiets the two blocks.  ClementinaSF is in the process of applying for a grant to restore the mural and add benches/trees.

Phase Three – Converting the parking lot into a green space located at Sumner and Clementina Streets.  As you know, the existing parking lot is approximately 6,000 square feet, and is flanked by buildings on the north and west sides, and the two streets on the south and east sides.  Ideally, ClementinaSF envisions the space acting as an anchor to the surrounding street improvements.  Canopy trees, vines, some benches, lots of open space, and something artistic are just a few ideas for the park.  We may solicit assistance form a local design school or seek help from a local exterior design firm.