Environmental Stakeholder Workshop Feedback Report - City of ...

h) Increase availability of neighbourhood hubs by locating green spaces within 400metres of residences.i) Improve pedestrian environment in the downtown by creating:i. More open space/green space in the downtown to attract morepopulation and residential intensification.ii. Destinations for passive and active recreation including fountains,benches, gathering places, outdoor chess, etc.iii. Pedestrian only access area similar to Sparks Street in Ottawa.j) Foster opportunities for public education including the following:i. Improve safe access to natural areasii. Utilize signage as a teaching tooliii. Organize walking tours (with guides or podcasts) in specific areask) Promote the use of green spaces by and for community groups for events andfestivals byi. Developing a plan for what spaces could be usedii. Assist with insurance to address concerns of liability on public spacesl) Increase green infrastructure through:i. Planting trees on boulevards.ii. Exploring alternative materials and less paved areas along roads andsidewalksiii. Making better use road allowance as public and community spaceiv. Enhancing Transportation Master Plan with the view of recognizing theimportance of green spaces as community connectors.v. Locating storm water management facilities in proximity to existing andfuture trails. It was noted that storm water management practices andconsiderations for placement and use should be reviewed at the Citylevel to determine criteria for incorporation as part of green/openspace.6 | P age