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Project Purpose
The Washington Park community recently completed a Quality of Life Plan that envisions Lisbon Ave as a safe, thriving, and family-friendly corridor. Lisbon Ave is an important corridor within the neighborhood. There are numerous vacant lots and city-owned parcels, which represents an opportunity for reinvestment. As part of this planning process, there will be a design charrette to explore conceptual redevelopment scenarios for several sites. Additionally, the City will be implementing a protected bike lane project to create a safer street environment that is more comfortable for people walking, biking, driving and taking transit. Now, the City and Rooted & Rising are identifying strategies to achieve that vision. The Lisbon Ave Corridor Plan will make recommendations related to
- Land use
- Redevelopment opportunities
- Capitalizing on multimodal transportation investments
- Gathering spaces
- Housing needs,
- Economic development
These recommendations will guide decision-making by City departments, the Common Council, and other community partners and stakeholders.
Background
Rooted and Rising recently completed a Quality of Life Plan for the Washington Park neighborhood. This effort focused on goals and strategies for five main categories. Enhancing Lisbon Ave was a key goal.
- Youth Development & Education
- Health & Wellness and Food Security
- Economic Development
- Public Safety
- Housing
Tell us a type of business or service that you would like to see along Lisbon Ave.
22 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
a play cafe and a book store and a thrift store
20 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Grocery stores with fresh food options (we have corner stores available already)
19 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
I am thinking a recreational center for the children in the neighborhood. That keeps them safe teaches them cooking skills activities ectera
19 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Fresh fruit and vegetables at some of the convenience stores
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Dedicated safe spaces for youth and teens to gather on Lisbon Ave, especially late nights and weekends.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Covered seating and shelters at bus stops along Lisbon Ave to better support transit riders.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Public parking lots for local businesses to reduce street parking and improve safety on Lisbon Ave.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
A community garden to support Tricklebee Cafe’s community fridge and provide fresh food for neighbors.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
A nearby pharmacy, walkable from the free clinic, to better support patients and community health.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
More drive-thru food options along Lisbon Ave to improve convenience and accessibility.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Traffic calming to address speeding and reckless driving and make Lisbon Ave safer for residents and pedestrians.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Safer, smoother roads and consistent street cleaning to improve walkability and quality of life on Lisbon Ave.
Tell us your idea for making sure Lisbon Ave is a safe and welcoming place for all.
22 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
a play cafe and a book store and a thrift store
20 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Grocery stores with fresh food options (we have corner stores available already)
19 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
I am thinking a recreational center for the children in the neighborhood. That keeps them safe teaches them cooking skills activities ectera
19 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Fresh fruit and vegetables at some of the convenience stores
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Dedicated safe spaces for youth and teens to gather on Lisbon Ave, especially late nights and weekends.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Covered seating and shelters at bus stops along Lisbon Ave to better support transit riders.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Public parking lots for local businesses to reduce street parking and improve safety on Lisbon Ave.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
A community garden to support Tricklebee Cafe’s community fridge and provide fresh food for neighbors.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
A nearby pharmacy, walkable from the free clinic, to better support patients and community health.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
More drive-thru food options along Lisbon Ave to improve convenience and accessibility.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Traffic calming to address speeding and reckless driving and make Lisbon Ave safer for residents and pedestrians.
17 January, 2026
Anonymous says:
Safer, smoother roads and consistent street cleaning to improve walkability and quality of life on Lisbon Ave.
