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MERCER SKATEPARK RELOCATION
PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE I JUNE 22, 2017MERCER SKATEPARK RELOCATION
NW SKATEPARK OPEN HOUSE
WELCOME TO OPEN HOUSE #1
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New Westminster Secondary School (NWSS) is being redeveloped and the existing Mercer Stadium skatepark needs to be relocated. As per the agreement with School District No. 40, it is expected that the skatepark lands will need to be vacated in the early Fall of 2017 to make way for the new school construction.
Planning for the new skatepark is taking place in 3 phases throughout 2017. City staff will be using the feedback we get to shape and refine the project along the way. Once a fnal concept is generated, it will be presented to City Council for approval and we will aim to start construction in Spring 2018.
At this open house you will have the opportunity to:
Review what we have heard so far about ideas and priorities for a new skatepark; Learn about the three possible locations the City is considering for the new skatepark; and
Share your comments about each possible location and the project overall.
SHARE YOUR IDEAS
PURPOSE
To provide feedback, please review the materials presented here and then we welcome you to:
1 Speak to a project representative at a display panel;
2 Fill out a feedback form; or
3 Complete an online survey: www.newwestcity.ca/skatepark
Thank you for taking the time to attend this open house!
PHASE 2
PHASE 3
GATHERING IDEAS
MAR-MAY 2017
EXPLORING EARLY
CONCEPTS(JUN- SEP 2017)
CONFIRMING A PREFERRED OPTION
(OCT-DEC 2017)PHASE
1
The City of New Westminster is using this opportunity to work with skaters and the community to learn about their ideas, interests and considerations for a new skatepark and its location. City staff have studied suggested locations and developed a list of potential sites.
EXISTING SKATEPARK AT MERCER
sixth street
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PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE I JUNE 22, 2017MERCER SKATEPARK RELOCATION
WHAT WE’VE HEARD SO FAR2ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES
TYPE OF SKATE PARK
+ + ~ 45 participants ӹ From across the Lower Mainland ӹ Ages ranging from 9 to 45 ӹ Held 2 youth group chats (ages 11 to 15 and 16 to 25) ӹ Held 1 all ages group chat
~ 75 participants ӹ With prizes, a local pro, a DJ and giveaways ӹFeatured a consultation booth where participants filled out the survey on iPads and shared ideas for the new skatepark
Online Survey Responses
295 participants ӹ 47% New Westminster residents ӹ 5% New Westminster business owners ӹ 58% Skateboarders ӹ 10% Scooter/BMX/inline skate users ӹ 21% with children who participate in wheeled sports
Group Chats
Skateboard Competition
Online Survey
Benefits of one location ӹ One park is good for community spirit and atmosphere ӹ It brings a community together in one shared space ӹ Allows for a greater variety of options all in one spot ӹ It’s easy to use instead of travelling to different locations ӹ Skate spots tend to get boring fast ӹ You get more bang for your buck with one park
*Out of 295 survey responses
SUMMARYPossible Locations
Place
ӹ Safe for all users ӹ Accessible for all skill levels and ages ӹ A place for skateboarders, BMX, inline and scooter users ӹ A skatepark with good flow
Key Considerations
ӹ Accessible
ӹ Close to rapid transit
ӹ Central location
Features ӹ Bowls
ӹ Bank/grind ledges
ӹ Half pipes/quarter pipes
ӹ Queens Park/Glenbrooke North
ӹ Uptown/Brow of the Hill
ӹ Sapperton/Massey Victory Heights
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WHAT WE’VE HEARD SO FAR3
FEATURES
AMENITIES
PLACE
Mellow
A place for skateboarders, BMX and scooterriders
A place for all skill levels and ages
Everyone is welcome
Transit is close
Features flow well together
A safe place
Designers listen to the skateboarders
Easy to access
Everyone is welcome
Online Survey Responses
86% 84% 83%
Bowls Bank/Grind ledge
Half pipe/Quarter pipe
75%
51% 47% 45%71% 58%
Ramps
Freeform obstacles
Stairs & Rails
Perimeter track
Skateable art
Street art & Graffiti
Workshop Responses
ӹPlaces to get a drink of water ӹBenches, tables, etc. ӹLighting ӹStrong maintenance that makes the park safe and usable ӹShade from the sun
POTENTIAL LOCATIONS Access to transit is 100% the
most important consideration in
the location
Central location and
easy to get to
NEIGHBOURHOODCONSIDERATIONS
Close to schools
Put it near an existing
park
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CONSIDERING A LOCATION4
To determine a suitable location for the new skatepark, the City takes into consideration the following factors:
During Phase 1, staff began the skatepark site selection study by asking stakeholders and the public for suggested locations.
13 sites were evaluated againstthe site selection criteria and 3 sites were shortlisted for further feedback
For Phase 2, staff are presenting the 3 shortlisted sites and asking for further feedback from the public.
As part of Phase 2 consultation, staff will make a recommendation for a final location to present back to public during phase 3.
SITE SELECTION + EVALUATION
SITE SELECTION PROCESS
Sites suggested by participants during phase 1 (13)
Refined List of Potential Sites (3)
Feedback on refined list during
phase 2
Final siteselection
- City-owned land is preferred to avoid delays related to land acquisition
- Adequate space (existing skatepark is approx. 1,340 sq. m. or 14,500 sq. ft.)
- Relatively flat, without steep slopes
- Proximity to transit
- Visibility from nearby park, business or street
- Near to existing amenities (i.e. washrooms, drinking fountain, seating areas and park activities/ facilities)
- Fit within surrounding area (i.e. minimize noise for nearby residents and compatible with the character of the area)
- Does not displace other established park uses or groups of park users
- Does not displace green space or trees
- Can support the structural requirements of the skatepark
we are here
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PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE I JUNE 22, 2017MERCER SKATEPARK RELOCATION
6 SUGGESTED LOCATIONSThe following sites were suggested by participants during Phase 1
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These thirteen sites were suggested by participants during Phase 1 of the consultation process. Staff from the Parks & Recreation Department further evaluated these sites (as per the evaluation criteria listed on Board #4) and selected three sites to take forward to the public for further consideration. Ten of the thirteen sites were removed for further consideration for various reasons, such as:
A) Steep topography B) Eliminates green space and/or trees C) Displaces or negatively impacts an existing activity D) Site is not City-owned E) Structural constraints (i.e. site is on a raised deck, not on land)
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2. SAPPERTON PARK
1. HUME PARK
3. WESTBURNCO
4. GLENBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL
5. QUEEN’S PARK - ARENEX SITE
8. WESTMINSTER PIER PARK
10. QUAYSIDE PARKING LOT
12. GRIMSTON PARK
7. MOODY PARK
9. UNDER THE PARKADE
11. PARKING LOT@ROYAL +11TH
13. CONNAUGHT HEIGHTS
6. FRASER RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL
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PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE I JUNE 22, 2017MERCER SKATEPARK RELOCATION
SITE ATTRIBUTES:
QUEEN’S PARK6FORMER ARENEX SITE
- City-owned land
- Adequate space
- Relatively flat, without steep slopes
- Proximity to transit
- Visibility from nearby park, business or street
- Near to existing amenities (i.e. washrooms, drinking fountain, seating areas and park activities/ facilities)
- Fit within surrounding area (i.e. minimize noise for nearby residents and compatible with the character of the area)
- Does not displace other established park uses or groups of park users
- Does not displace green space or trees
- Can support the structural requirements of the skatepark
Scale 1:500
PHOTO OF THE SITE
Ideaspace
HUME PARK
SIMCOEPARK
MOODY PARK
RIVERSIDEPARK
NEW WESTMINSTERSECONDARY
SCHOOLMERCER
STADIUM GROUNDS
TIPPERARYPARKCITY
HALL
WESTMINSTER PIER PARK
ALBERT CRESPARK
NEW WESTMINSTER
LEGEND
GREAT STREETS
SKYTRAIN
AREA BOUNDARY
PARKS & OPEN SPACE
MAJOR ROADS
N
COLUMBIA ST
ROYAL AVE
SIXTH AVE
EIGHTH AVE
TENTH AVE
QUEENS AVE
FOURTH AVE
THOMPSONS LANDING
PARK
SAPPERTON PARK
WESTBURNCO TENNIS COURTS
QUEENSPARK
GLENBROOKERAVINE
PARK
TERRY HUGHES
PARK
PORT ROYALPARK
RED BOATPARK
OLD SCHOOLHOUSE
PARK
RYALLPARK
QUEENSBOROUGH LANDING
FIRE HALL
QUEENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY CENTRE
ROYAL COLUMBIAN HOSPITAL
NEW WESTMINSTER SKYTRAIN STATION
COLUMBIA SKYTRAIN STATION
CONNAUGHT HEIGHTS
PARK
GRIMSTONPARK
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DETAIL PLAN- OPTION ‘A’LOCATED AT ARENEX SITE
KEY MAP
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8ATELL US WHAT YOU THINK6a
WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT THIS LOCATION?
WHAT CONCERNS DO YOU HAVE WITH THIS LOCATION?
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PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE I JUNE 22, 2017MERCER SKATEPARK RELOCATION
UNDER THE PARKADE@ FOURTH STREET
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- City-owned land
- Adequate space
- Relatively flat, without steep slopes
- Proximity to transit
- Fit within surrounding area (i.e. minimize noise for nearby residents and compatible with the character of the area)
- Does not displace other established park uses or groups of park users
- Does not displace green space or trees
- Can support the structural requirements of the skatepark
SITE ATTRIBUTES:PHOTO OF THE SITE
Ideaspace
HUME PARK
SIMCOEPARK
MOODY PARK
RIVERSIDEPARK
NEW WESTMINSTERSECONDARY
SCHOOLMERCER
STADIUM GROUNDS
TIPPERARYPARKCITY
HALL
WESTMINSTER PIER PARK
ALBERT CRESPARK
NEW WESTMINSTER
LEGEND
GREAT STREETS
SKYTRAIN
AREA BOUNDARY
PARKS & OPEN SPACE
MAJOR ROADS
N
COLUMBIA ST
ROYAL AVE
SIXTH AVE
EIGHTH AVE
TENTH AVE
QUEENS AVE
FOURTH AVE
THOMPSONS LANDING
PARK
SAPPERTON PARK
WESTBURNCO TENNIS COURTS
QUEENSPARK
GLENBROOKERAVINE
PARK
TERRY HUGHES
PARK
PORT ROYALPARK
RED BOATPARK
OLD SCHOOLHOUSE
PARK
RYALLPARK
QUEENSBOROUGH LANDING
FIRE HALL
QUEENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY CENTRE
ROYAL COLUMBIAN HOSPITAL
NEW WESTMINSTER SKYTRAIN STATION
COLUMBIA SKYTRAIN STATION
CONNAUGHT HEIGHTS
PARK
GRIMSTONPARK
DETAIL PLAN- OPTION ‘B’LOCATED UNDER THE PARKADE
KEY MAP
Scale 1:500
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PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE I JUNE 22, 2017MERCER SKATEPARK RELOCATION
9 THE PROPOSED LOCATIONSA8ATELL US WHAT YOU THINK7a
WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT THIS LOCATION?
WHAT CONCERNS DO YOU HAVE WITH THIS LOCATION?
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PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE I JUNE 22, 2017MERCER SKATEPARK RELOCATION
10HUME PARK 8
- City-owned land
- Adequate space
- Relatively flat, without steep slopes
- Proximity to transit
- Visibility from nearby park, business or street
- Fit within surrounding area (i.e. minimize noise for nearby residents and compatible with the character of the area)
- Does not displace other established park uses or groups of park users
- Can support the structural requirements of the skatepark
SITE ATTRIBUTES:PHOTO OF THE SITE
HUME PARK
SIMCOEPARK
MOODY PARK
RIVERSIDEPARK
NEW WESTMINSTERSECONDARY
SCHOOLMERCER
STADIUM GROUNDS
TIPPERARYPARKCITY
HALL
WESTMINSTER PIER PARK
ALBERT CRESPARK
NEW WESTMINSTER
LEGEND
GREAT STREETS
SKYTRAIN
AREA BOUNDARY
PARKS & OPEN SPACE
MAJOR ROADS
N
COLUMBIA ST
ROYAL AVE
SIXTH AVE
EIGHTH AVE
TENTH AVE
QUEENS AVE
FOURTH AVE
THOMPSONS LANDING
PARK
SAPPERTON PARK
WESTBURNCO TENNIS COURTS
QUEENSPARK
GLENBROOKERAVINE
PARK
TERRY HUGHES
PARK
PORT ROYALPARK
RED BOATPARK
OLD SCHOOLHOUSE
PARK
RYALLPARK
QUEENSBOROUGH LANDING
FIRE HALL
QUEENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY CENTRE
ROYAL COLUMBIAN HOSPITAL
NEW WESTMINSTER SKYTRAIN STATION
COLUMBIA SKYTRAIN STATION
CONNAUGHT HEIGHTS
PARK
GRIMSTONPARK
DETAIL PLAN- OPTION ‘C’LOCATED AT HUME PARK
KEY MAP
Scale 1:500
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PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE I JUNE 22, 2017MERCER SKATEPARK RELOCATION
8a TELL US WHAT YOU THINK
WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT THIS LOCATION?
WHAT CONCERNS DO YOU HAVE WITH THIS LOCATION?
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PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE I JUNE 22, 2017MERCER SKATEPARK RELOCATION
9 NEXT STEPS
CONSTRUCTION
EXPLORING EARLY CONCEPTS
CONFIRMING A PREFERRED OPTION
GATHERINGIDEAS
PHASE 1 PHASE 2 PHASE 3
SPRING 2018OCT - DEC 2017
JUNE - SEPT 2017
MARCH - MAY 2017
WE ARE HERE
Please take some time to review the material and let us know what you think of each of the proposed locaitons. Your feedback will be considered in determining the best location for the new skatepark. We also invite you to complete the questionnaire this evening or online on at www.newwestcity.ca/skatepark
After the survey results from Open House #1 are evaluated, City staff will further analyse the best location for skate park. A recommendation regarding a final preferred location will be presented to Council for endorsement, in principle, in Fall 2017.
A design-build consultant will be contracted this Summer to help facilitate the third and final phase of the consultation process in Fall 2017. This phase will include participatory design workshops and a public open house for feedback on the preferred location and design concept for the new skate facility. The final location and design will be presented to Council for endorsement in Winter 2018 and construction is scheduled for Spring 2018.
WE WANT YOUR INPUT!