How to add your ideas...
Through our initial research we have determined a few areas where your ideas will be most valuable. Below are tabs for each category: Development, The River, Transportation & Connectivity, and an area to share some information about yourself. Toggle through the tabs below to answer questions, place pins and feedback on maps, and rank certain options. Gathering all this feedback will help us synthesize our information to guide the direction of this plan.
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Development
How often do you currently visit the West Gateway?
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- Daily 51% (68 votes)
- Weekly 40% (53 votes)
- Monthly 4% (6 votes)
- Yearly 5% (7 votes)
What is the main reason you currently visit the West Gateway?
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- Shopping or errands 31% (54 votes)
- Healthcare 5% (9 votes)
- Recreation (parks, trails etc.) 5% (8 votes)
- I live here! 27% (47 votes)
- I work here 10% (18 votes)
- Restaurants, bars, coffee etc. 13% (22 votes)
- Entertainment (bowling alley etc.) 0% (0 votes)
- Special events 2% (3 votes)
- Something else 7% (13 votes)
If you could do anything in West Gateway, what type of businesses or activities would you include?
6 May, 2024
glitters says:
Please bring more walking paths, a park with lots of trees and plants, and more sit-down restaurants with outside seating & healthy options.
1 May, 2024
WN says:
A city trolley to get from the west side to the east side during events or weekends -- farmers market, federal hill Commons, Forest Park etc
1 May, 2024
Gretchen5689 says:
More non-fast food restaurants and improvement of the Kroger grocery store.
29 April, 2024
K124 says:
We are looking for options for sit-down restaurants/bars, fresh food options - specifically for lunches, and walkability
26 April, 2024
Kmart93 says:
Walking paths, quick and easy, fresh and healthy food options.
26 April, 2024
12345 says:
More walking paths a bit further from Westfield Rd/32, add dog park/s, more restaurants/dining options with outdoor seating
26 April, 2024
abcdefg says:
Fish restaurant / farm to table, roller rink, replace Kroger, nature spaces & access, indoor park space for families for inclement weather
26 April, 2024
Momma B says:
Side walks on 32, healthy quick serve resturant/grocery, remove the trailer storage by kroger
26 April, 2024
Javagenki says:
More grocery; more safe walking paths/sidewalks, especially road crossings; better walkability; no stripmall parking lots (E&W of Riverview)
26 April, 2024
JC says:
Walkable areas, better grocery option, more park/green space
21 April, 2024
E says:
Restaurants, small shops, a consignment store, maybe an upscale grocery store like Fresh Thyme
20 April, 2024
M says:
Reasonably priced grocery shopping like Aldi or Trader Joe's
Family entertainment
Book store with used selections
Thrift store
Think about places you have visited, near or far... what characteristics or experiences would you want to bring back to Noblesville?
6 May, 2024
glitters says:
More local/unique restaurants with healthy food options (fresh veggies, whole grains, etc). More access to river - paddleboard/kayak launch
1 May, 2024
WN says:
I would love more outdoor restaurants, walking paths, and general better outdoor experiences.
1 May, 2024
Gretchen5689 says:
More non-fast food restaurants with bars. More grocery shopping or market options.
29 April, 2024
K123 says:
Utilize the river space! We love to walk and/or eat along the water!
26 April, 2024
12345 says:
more walkability that isn't directly parallel to busy streets, more dog-friendly options
26 April, 2024
abcdefg says:
the character of a small town. the "hipstoric" feeling we are beginning to lose with these cookie cutter buildings and complexes.
26 April, 2024
Javagenki says:
Walkability is a huge part of community. It's lacking if everyone is driving. More trees to cool summer asphalt heat. (Safe) Biking options.
21 April, 2024
E says:
More small cafes and restaurants, murals & artwork, and independent shops as well as better sidewalks to connect this side of town
20 April, 2024
M says:
Free parking
Walkable
Village Feel
Museums
Affordable entertainment
Community gathering space
19 April, 2024
Allison says:
The character of town, nature - trees/water/flowers, walkable, few chains- local retailers and restaurants, open space, landmarks to walk to
19 April, 2024
LVN says:
Using outdoor spaces year round for eating/drinks/coffee. Of course you will need affordable housing for workers in these businesses
19 April, 2024
Ben says:
I love the rustic trails in Koteewi Park. Similar trails could be established short term in the Westgate area I imagine.
What are things you leave Noblesville for that you wish you could do here?
6 May, 2024
glitters says:
More night life (dancing!!!), healthy restaurants, hiking trails, public indoor rec center with walking path for winter/rainy weather.
1 May, 2024
WN says:
Family friendly places -- museums, parks, arcades, etc.
29 April, 2024
K123 says:
More evening life (variety in sit-down restaurants, bars, winery) - especially outside. We love sitting outside socializing/eating/drinking
26 April, 2024
12345 says:
adult rec sports leagues
26 April, 2024
abcdefg says:
museums, zoos, aquariums, hiking, food that isn't fast food, parks/playgrounds
26 April, 2024
Javagenki says:
Clean up WR; eatery alongside river. Good bakery. Nice outdoor seating options w/GOOD VIEW. (Remove/repair rundown structures.)
21 April, 2024
E says:
Nightlife like comedy clubs and arcades, gardens and hiking
20 April, 2024
M says:
Museums
Aquariums
Botanical gardens
19 April, 2024
Ab says:
Kayak on Morse. We always go to Red Bridge Park in Cicero - I know we can launch at the beach but it’s not as desirable of a park to us.
19 April, 2024
Ed H. says:
Indoor kids activities and attractions, unique dining experiences, cigar lounge, sports bars
18 April, 2024
Ka says:
Walk and bike, nature, quiet
18 April, 2024
Ka says:
Nature, trails, quiet. You are taking out too many trees and green spaces and making noblesville into a big city. Please stop!
The River
What are some ways you would like to connect to the river?
6 May, 2024
glitters says:
Kaykak/paddle board launch. More healthy restaurant options or picnic spaces along river. Extend walk/bike path along river
2 May, 2024
MillerMan says:
Love to see a board walk with small restaurants and boutique shops along the river
1 May, 2024
WN says:
I wish there was a way to drop into the White River from downtown Noblesville!
1 May, 2024
Gretchen5689 says:
Restaurants and bars overlooking the river.
26 April, 2024
abcdefg says:
culture/art trail with food/patio seating and spaces for performers
26 April, 2024
Javagenki says:
The river should be more of a focal point. Needs some work.
21 April, 2024
E says:
Water facing restaurants
20 April, 2024
M says:
Outdoor gathering places
Picnic places
Outdoor dining
19 April, 2024
LVN says:
Walking path, outdoor seating, dining
17 April, 2024
Weston says:
Water facing restaurants and better connectivity to the area. River surfing is an on the rise activity that could be taken advantage of!
16 April, 2024
Morselakearea says:
Walking/bike trail along the water, restaurants with outdoor seating. Pier / fishing spot
16 April, 2024
Benji says:
Waterfront restaurant with a rooftop overlook. Kayak and Bike Parking galore.
Transportation & Mobility
How do you usually get to/ from the West Gateway District?
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- I drive myself. 89% (56 votes)
- I drive with others, get dropped off, or take a rideshare like Uber. 3% (2 votes)
- I bike. 2% (1 vote)
- I walk. 6% (4 votes)
- I get there in some other way. 0% (0 votes)
Once you arrive in the district how do you usually get around to visit multiple destination?
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- I walk to each destination. 28% (18 votes)
- I drive to each individual destination. 51% (33 votes)
- I bike between destinations. 0% (0 votes)
- I usually only go to one destination. 22% (14 votes)
About you
This is an optional section devoted to gathering a little bit more information about who is providing their ideas to better understand how we can use them in the plan. Feel free to share as much or as little as you would like and thank you again for engaging in the planning process for the West Gateway Master Plan.
