Victoria_Park_Re port Final.pdf - City of Charlottetown

Final Report • June 2013
Recommended Next Steps
In addition to the specific projects or initiatives that will require further study, several key
steps for Victoria Park to move forward are outlined below.
Adoption of the Comprehensive Master Plan
The first step toward implementation of the overall vision for Victoria Park is for Council to
adopt the Master Plan in principle. Adoption will formalize the park development process,
and will provide the foundation for various park elements to move forward toward
realization.
Update of the Victoria Park By-law
Based on the recommendations of the comprehensive plan, a series of updates may be
required to the Victoria Park Bylaw. These changes should be integrated within the first
year, to allow for subsequent programming and infrastructure projects to be initiated. A
summary of the proposed amendments is included in this comprehensive plan.
Undertake Supporting Technical Studies
The Victoria Park Comprehensive Plan outlines a long-term vision for the future operation
and renewal of major park assets, programs, and facilities, and provides a series of
physical projects and management strategies designed to achieve that vision. While many
of the projects and initiatives are straightforward and ‘shelf-ready’, some of the projects
will require detailed studies to facilitate their implementation. These studies should
include construction drawings and associated costing and phasing plans, to allow for
realistic budgeting by the City.
Schematic Design of the Waterfront Board
VICTORIA PARK COMPREHENSIVE MASTER PLAN
One of the first technical steps that should be undertaken is the schematic design of
the multi-modal boardwalk. Undertaking schematic design of the boardwalk will help
to establish more specific costs for budgeting purposes, and will allow for informed
phasing decisions. It is important that the schematic design of the boardwalk take into
consideration not only issues of sea level rise and shoreline protection, but also the
integration of public realm elements such as the look-offs, water access points, unique
site features, interpretive installations, and public art.
Forest Management Strategy
It is recommended that the ongoing forest management plan be assessed and reevaluated
on a regular basis to continue to build upon the successes made by the
present program.
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Allocate additional resources for staff, equipment, and plant material necessary to support the
ongoing forest management objectives.
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Annual Review- reviews by parks staff should occur annually to discuss issues and mitigation
strategies, revisit earlier work, and assess upcoming needs.
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Five Year Review- park staff along with local horticultural and silviculture experts should assess
the forest’s growth as it relates to the forest management plan. Understanding what is working
and what isn’t will provide valuable data for continuing operations.
» » Ten Year Review- during the ten year review of the forest management plan, park and city staff,
along with silviculture experts, should commission a report to assess the results of ten years of
work with an eye toward possible reassignment of resources to further successes or mitigate
setbacks.
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