Placemaking

Three separate images: people gardening, a man on a bus, and a blue bike rack with signage.

Placemaking turns a place you can’t wait to get through into one you never want to leave.

A decade ago, the Colfax Mayfair BID resolved to be a major catalyst in transforming a gritty, high-speed thoroughfare into a friendly, prosperous main street and town center. We’ve worked tirelessly laying the groundwork for this generational change. Find out more about our progress below.

Streetscape Improvements

In 2017, we partnered with other Colfax BIDs to advocate for general obligation bond-funded pedestrian improvements. The $8 million voter- approved…

Bus Rapid Transit

The $300m East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit project is focused on moving people more efficiently, safely and sustainably along the corridor, from Union…

Area Planning

The East Area Plan will guide future growth and development. Our district includes both a community corridor (Colfax) and a community center (Mayfair…

Overlay Zoning

The City has also approved new zoning to support the vision of a mixed-use, transit-served community main street. The zoning allows for higher density…

Adaptive Reuse

To make it easier for people to renovate older buildings on Colfax, we helped the City create a new Adaptive Reuse Program. Click here for more…

Branded Amenities

Branded bicycle racks, planter pots and trash receptacles are installed around the district to serve area consumers. The BID owns and maintains them.

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