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VICTORIA PARK COMPREHENSIVE MASTER PLAN Final Report • June 2013 Given the fragmented nature of the existing forest blocks, bisected by trails and fields, much of the wooded parcels are primarily dominated by edge condition. Forest edge conditions receive more sunlight, greater exposure to the elements, and consequently become dense and thick with underbrush and small fauna. The ‘open forest’ condition of high canopy and little understory exists only in sparse patches throughout the wooded areas. Additionally, the southwest facing edges of the forest are exposed to the high winds and salt spray of the ocean, and consequently are demonstrating the 3.7 Archeological Resources 3.8 Usage Patterns impacts of stress. Historic Resources The Fort Edward Battery is a prominent historic icon prominently situated along the ring road at the southern tip of the park. The fort was constructed in 1805 and consists of earthworks, powder magazines, and canons. Interpretive signage exists at the fort and is a heavily visited area during the summer seasons. The fort is an historic landmark and remains a prominent feature. Less prominent, but equally interesting, are the three existing survey stones 3.9 Existing Bicycle Circulation 3.10 Existing Pedestrian Circulation established in the 1800’s. These granite stones are set into the ground and serve as survey markers to establish permanent compass references for land surveyors prior to modern technologies. These survey stones are scattered around the park. 3.11 Existing Vehicular Circulation 3.12 Heritage Sites 16
Final Report • June 2013 VICTORIA PARK COMPREHENSIVE MASTER PLAN Facilities The gentle central ridge which runs east to west along the length of the park, and roughly bisects the lands with a forested swath, has created two separate areas of uses. The lands to the north of the ridge are predominantly active use areas, dominated by a large baseball field and two smaller softball fields. The area also includes a highly used skate park, a playground, a horseshoe pit, and a public swimming pool. Parking, maintenance yards, and management buildings all occupy the northern half of the park. There is also a complex of tennis courts on the south side of the park that is a popular active venue. The uses are varied, but conflicts are rare. This is probably due to the long-term historic patterns established by generations of users 3.13 Important Views 3.14 Existing Buildings who have been frequenting the park over a century. On the southern edge of the park the activities include tennis courts, two large open fields and the highly travelled boardwalk which sees the majority of the seasonal use. The ring road, bike lane, ocean-view parking, and boardwalk, constitute the circulatory spine and core activity of the park for many people. The adjacent dairy bar, playground, and pool all use the on-street parking associated with the road. Circulation, Entrances, and Views Victoria Park circulation patterns are primarily geared toward three distinct user groups- pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles. The majority of the conflicts reported by the public at the workshops and the online survey dealt with the dedicated bike lane. This seasonal lane is in use during the summer months and creates a disruption in the two-way traffic which has historically been seen along the ring road. Vehicular circulation is confined to the ring road, with two dead-end roads entering the core of the park from the north and south, both of which terminate in parking. The southern road ends at the tennis courts and Caretaker’s Cottage, the northern road ends in the small parking lot which currently serves the ball fields. Bicycle routes are allowed only on the internal roads and the ring road- sharing the space with vehicles, and internal trails are not designated as bike routes. Pedestrian circulation is far more widespread, taking advantage of both planned and unplanned paths throughout the park. The boardwalk is designated as pedestrians only, as are the internal trails. The internal trail system is widespread and is challenging for forest management staff, as attempts to block trails for forest rehabilitation have been met with outright disregard. 3.15 Park Gateways 3.16 Parking Areas With its gentle slopes, the majority of the site lines and views are dictated and defined by the standing forest. The entire southern section of the park, dominated by the boardwalk, has views out to the ocean and is heavily trafficked because of it. A slight rise in elevation in the park interior allows for great views toward the ocean from further inland where vegetation permits. The majority of the park’s ball game activities are hidden from view from outside the park. This hidden quality has advantages and disadvantages. On the plus side, the adjoining neighbourhood is not bothered by night games, or high traffic activities. On the negative side it makes locating the park difficult for out-of-town visitors, and potentially obscures untoward activities from authorities. 17
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