Vision 2020 - City of Oshawa

G.4
O BJECTIVE
To enhance connections to and
from the waterfront
S TRATEGIES
• Enhance access to and use of the waterfront and wetland areas through development and
maintenance of nearby boardwalks/promenades
• Enhance the connection between downtown and the waterfront trail system and
transit improvements
G.5
To continue acquisition of key
waterfront properties
• Review and confirm priority acquisitions
• Stay current with real estate market and take advantage of acquisition opportunities
• Systematically acquire identified properties and remediate sites to base park conditions
G.6
To assist with the development of
recreational, sport and cultural
facilities and services to help
showcase Oshawa’s harbour and
waterfront
• Enhance the diversity of recreational opportunities along the waterfront including a
major attraction
• Review current sport field, parking, tournaments and special event use and demands
• Increase the number and types of festivals and events occurring at the waterfront
• Encourage the development of a boat launch, marina and restaurants
Parks, Recreation & Culture Strategy Vision 2020
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