Background

We are reviewing the parkland at King’s Field (Victoria St. South), along with a review of amenities in other nearby parks. In consultation with staff, a working group of the Parks, Recreation and Culture

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Advisory Committee, and through review of previous community surveys results, we have established a concept plan for this park. With efforts to maximize use, provide unique opportunities for the neighbourhood, and investment in parks and trees, the concept plan is anticipated to be implemented in the near-, mid- and long-term future. In Spring 2023, a concept was shared with the community, revised by the PRC Advisory Committee, and will be shared with Municipal Council.

Scope of work (updated):

Near-term

• A connecting path to Corbett St. sidewalk and a multipurpose pathway to Ridout St. (complete)
• Removal of the ball diamond and back stop. This area is now too small to safely maintain a sports field. The Municipality intends to upgrade a small community diamond at Lions Park
• Investing in trees: enhanced plantings of deciduous trees focusing on west side/fence line of park
• Ongoing inspection and protection of the existing oak tree, which is a Tree of Distinction
• Additional park benches and upgrades to the park sign, including a history of the area
• Installation of a loop path

Mid-term

• Improvements to Victoria St. South street scape are currently under review as part of the Victoria St. South reconstruction project. Upgrades include curb, realigning of parking to Sullivan St. for safe pedestrian and traffic access, and more trees when street work is complete.
• Installation of a rain garden along Victoria St. South
• Installation of a small gazebo
• Installation of a community basketball court
• Consideration for the implementation of a community raised garden bed program

Long-term

• Installation of a new water pumping station (Requires further study and engagement through the Works and Engineering Department)

A special thank you to David Noble DND Designs for assisting in the conceptual planning of this park and Jenny Duda who completed the artistic illustration of the concept design.

At the August 1 Committee of the Whole meeting, Staff provided an overview of the proposed concept plan for the optimization of King’s Field. In consultation with staff, a sub working group of the Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee has created a concept plan for the park.