Welland Vista Park Project · • Offers an opportunity to contribute ecologically to the area between the river and Welland Canal • Its unique location has excellent potential

DILLON CONSULTING LIMITED | NIAGARA COLLEGE | CITY OF WELLAND

WELLAND VISTA PARK PROJECTPublic Meeting #1

June 28, 2017

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PROJECT STUDY AREA

• Site is located east of the Welland River, west of River Road and north of Woodlawn Road

• Project Site is approximately 14 ha in size.

• Project site stands 220 metres above sea level and approximately 40 metresabove the surrounding landscape

• Site offers unimpeded, 360 degree panoramic views of Welland Canal, WellandRiver and Niagara Falls.


• Site has nearly reached its operational lifespan and strategies are required to reclaim the space for low-impact recreational use.

• Opportunity to increase the City of Welland’spark inventory and create an iconic park within the City’s boundaries

• Offers an opportunity to contribute ecologically to the area between the river and Welland Canal

• Its unique location has excellent potential to become a focal point along the Wellandriverfront

• Presents a unique opportunity to create a space that has passive uses, some minor active recreation possibilities, and a regional draw due to the opportunity for vistas.

WHY A STRATEGY FOR ATLAS LANDFILL?

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Re-Invent is the process that identifies the recreational uses that are compatible

with the repurposed landfill site. This action identifies what the opportunities are to introduce new passive recreation uses such as trails, lookouts for viewing, and ecological enhancement.

Re-Connect is the process of creating new and lasting connections from your

community and the site. People and users make a site vibrant and we want to make it easy for you to access and experience the new park/open space that is created.

Re-Occupy is the process by which the Concept Plan will foster desired physical

change on the site. This requires an understanding of how to design spaces that respond to the current and projected needs based upon program elements and uses. We want to design a place that will attract people and bring activity, vibrancy, and a renewed life to the former Atlas Landfill site. We can help you achieve this!

OUR CREATIVE APPROACH

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PROJECT STUDY PROCESS

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We Are Here

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• Phase One: Review and Inventory – Early June 2017

- Background Data Collection and Review

- Site Reconnaissance

• Phase Two: Consultation and Concept – Late June to Late September 2017

- Public Information Session #1

- Summarize Web-based Survey and Public Meeting Comments

- Develop Concept Plan

- Public Information Session #2

- Concept Refinement

- Council Presentation


STUDY OBJECTIVES

1. Gather information and input from adjacent land owners, Wellandresidents, nearby residents of Port Robinson, Cooks Mills, and Fonthill, and attendees of the local Niagara College, on how they would like to see ‘Vista Park’ used long term.

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STUDY OBJECTIVES

2. Identify issues, opportunities and constraints in the development of the site (useable space, restrictions with using foundations and steep side slopes, identify potential uses, connections to trails).

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STUDY OBJECTIVES

3. Create a bold new vision for the site through development of a Concept Plan with future recreational use opportunities.

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OPPORTUNITIES – GUIDING PRINCIPLES

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• Environment- Respect the adjacent natural environment (i.e. Welland Canal)

- Explore ecological restoration opportunities

- Promote passive or low impact design solutions (storm water management, bioswales)

- Provide a place for environmental education

• Recreation- Emphasize passive recreation with some compatible, active recreational uses

• Accessible- Ensure that the park is safe and accessible (incorporates CPTED principles and AODA standards)

- Provide activities and spaces to attract locals and visitors

- Establish connections to existing trail systems (Welland Canal Trail)

- Provide connections to surrounding communities

• Flexible / Multi-Uses- Allow for flexibility of use through multi-use facilities where feasible

- Allow for all-season use



OPPORTUNITIES – POTENTIAL PARK USES

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• Passive or Low Impact Recreation

- Walkways and Trail Loops

- Trail Linkages

- Hiking Trails

- Cycling / Mountain Biking




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- Cross Country Skiing

- Snow Shoeing

- Fitness Trails




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- Open Space and Passive Landscape (Non-programmed)

- Areas for Picnicking

- Ecological Plantings (Meadows and Grasslands)

- Shelters for Shade




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• Active Recreation

- BMX Pump Track

- Links Style Golf Course




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• Support Facilities

- Picnic Shelter / Shade Structure

- Washroom

- Lookout Structure(s)

- Interpretive and Wayfinding Signage

- Parking




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• Programmed Spaces

- Festivals and Events

- Educational Opportunities Associated with the Adjacent School and Niagara College

- Amphitheatre for Performances

- Outdoor Classroom

- Restoration Applied Research


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EXPLORE

1. What are some of the opportunities / features you would like to see at a future Welland “Vista Park”

2. What types of facilities should be provided?

3. What trail connections should be made?

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NEXT STEPS

• Concept Development (July & August)– Develop Park Concept Based on Public and Stakeholder Feedback

• Engagement throughout the project, including:– Stakeholder Meetings

– Web-based Survey (on-line now) https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/atlaslandfill

– Public Information Session #2

– Council Presentation

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Welland Vista Park Project · • Offers an opportunity to contribute ecologically to the area between the river and Welland Canal • Its unique location has excellent potential