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7. Continue to fund and support commu- nity improvement strategies such as re- sidential rehabilitation loan programs, policing and code enforcement efforts, and public improvements to alleviate crime and social problems and improve the quality of life in the neighborhoods. 2.3 Goal Three: To im?,ove vehicular and pedestrian cir- oulation in and around the Harbor Boulevard area. Objectives: 1. Complete widening of all streets to their ultimate widths using a combination of public/private funds and dedications. Reduce traffic congestion to acceptable levels of service through median con- struction, lane configuration, signaliza- tion and other traffic control tech- niques. Encourage pedestrian circulation through the creation of new pedestrian links and the development of enhanced parkways and sidewalks. 4. Improve vehicular approaches to Harbor Boulevard along McFadden Avenue, First Street, Hazard Avenue, Fifth Street and Westminster Avenue. Provide improved service and access for handicapped individuals including, but not limited to, handicap ramps, parking spaces, transit access and handicap access routes to all new buildings. Enhance public transit systems in the study area by including turnouts at des- ignated bus stops, shelters and handi- capped access which should be carried out in dose cooperation with transit operators. 7. Improve the traffic circulation along Harbor Boulevard by reducing the num- ber of driveways, encouraging larger lot development and promoting !ntegrated development. 2.4 Goal Four:. To achieve an aesthetic visual consistency throughout the Harbor Boulevard area while improving and upga, ading tho visual image of the adjacent areas. C)bjectives: 1. Achieve a uniformly, hlgh-cjuality visual image throughout the area I~y the imple- mentation of consistent development standards and land use patterns. Implement and maintain a systematic landscaping pattern and standards for both public and private land that is attractive, appropriate and easily main- tained. Enhance the commercial character of the area while achieving an attractive urban corridor atmosphere by implementing design and architectural standards for both new and rehabilitated structures. Place major emphasis on improving the visual appearance of all arterial streets through an aggressive streetscape improvement program. Create a visually active environment with the use of mimetic architecture and innovative signage. Coordinate visual improvement strate- gies and implementation with adjacent jurisdictions and other agencies where necessary. 2.5 Goal Five:. To enhance the economic viability of the Harbor Boulevard area. Objectives: 1. Assist local businesses and property owners through available finandng and other means in upgrading their proper- ties or expanding their businesses where appropriate and consistent with this Specific Plan. Work to retain existing and emerging businesses that are consistent with the Specific Plan, wherever and whenever possible, through redevelopment or rehabilitation efforts. Recru!t and actively encourage new businesses into the area that will meet the standards of this Specific Plan, enhance the overall quality of the area and contribute to its overall economic vigor. 6