Hastings Park-PNE Public Board Meeting March 4, 2019

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1 Hastings Park-PNE Public Board Meeting March 4, 2019

2 Agenda 1. Review of Projects to date 2. Update on Master Plan Projects Playland Redevelopment Amphitheatre Renewal 3. Hastings Park Technical Studies 4. Next Phase Projects

3 Review of Projects to Date

4 Completed Greening Projects to Date Creekway Park Previously a gravel parking lot Completed September 2013 Includes day lighted stream, pathway, bike way, natural landscaping HP Identity and Signage Plan Hastings Park Branding and wayfinding to venues and greenspaces Completed 2014/2015

5 Hastings Completed Greening Park Projects / to PNE Date Master Empire Fields Plan Two community sports fields & Track Lighting for evening use Plateau Sports Park- includes playground, sport courts, bike park, parkour Completed July 2015 Temporary Greenways East/West connector linking Renfrew, Empire Field & New Brighton Park Future plans incorporate permanent greenways Completed

6 Hastings Completed Projects Park to Date / PNE Master Plan Livestock building Phase 1 Roofing and seismic upgrades to ensure safety Feasibility Study is next step Completed 2014 Garden Auditorium Asbestos Abatement Completed 2014

7 Update on Master Plan Projects

8 Playland Redevelopment Phase Phase Phase Phase Phase MASTER PLAN & PROJECT FEASIBILITY BUSINESS CASE DETAILED PLANNING & DESIGN CONSTRUCTION Purpose Determine if there is a redevelopment opportunity & screen various scenarios Clearly define the redevelopment opportunity and delivery approach Plan and design the delivery of the project Construct asset and handover to operations Key Phase 2 Outcomes: Refresh market analysis Confirm redevelopment scenario Identify project delivery strategy and funding strategy Progress design to 30% Develop more reliable cost estimates (-15 to +20%)

9 Playland Redevelopment Progress Update 1. Completed refresh of market and benchmark analysis 2. Completed scenario and financial evaluation on 4 redevelopment scenarios Confirmed original redevelopment scenario as the ideal and preferred option 3. Progressed technical studies as part of a site-wide risk assessment

10 Market Analysis Refresh Findings Overall market size, by Primary and Secondary Market drive-time, is largely consistent with a slightly larger overall projected market in year 2022; Macroeconomic conditions have continued to improve based on GDP and employment metrics; Very strong growth in overnight tourists with over 1.9 million more annual visitors than 2010*; and Based on industry and Playland performance, trends look positive for growth *Source: Pro Forma Advisors LLC

11 Competitive Benchmarks THRC (Capacity) PFAAN by Ride (Quality; 0=low) Attendance by Day Per Cap Spending Comparison ( ) Source: Pro Forma Advisors LLC

12 Market Penetration Analysis Canada s Wonderland Market Primary 1 Within 30 minute drive Primary 2 Within 60 minute drive Secondary 1 Over 60 minute drive Tourism Adjusted for season Population (millions) Penetration Attendance (millions) % % % % 0.69 Total 3.79 Playland (No Fair) Market Primary 1 Within 30 minute drive Primary 2 Within 60 minute drive Secondary 1 Over 60 minute drive Tourism Adjusted for season Population (millions) Penetration Attendance (millions) % % % % 0.06 Total 0.42 La Ronde Attendance Index ( ) Market Primary 1 Within 30 minute drive Primary 2 Within 60 minute drive Secondary 1 Over 60 minute drive Tourism Adjusted for season Source: Pro Forma Advisors LLC Population (millions) Penetration Attendance (millions) % % % % 0.20 Total 1.81

13 Scenario Evaluation Findings 1. Base case (Stabilized Attendance **conservative scenario**) Existing footprint, no attendance or per cap growth, does not meet any social, economic or environmental goals of Master Plan design Redevelopment & expanded footprint, attendance & per cap growth¹ Does meet social, economic and environmental goals of Master Plan design + extended season 2013 design plus coverage to lengthen season & add off season events, expected potential attendance growth, with higher costs Does meet social, economic and environmental goals of Master Plan design with lighter theming 2013 design with less theming, lower attendance & per cap growth than 2013 design Does meet social, economic and environmental goals of Master Plan ¹Preliminary analysis indicates that the 2013 design remains the preferred scenario, with staff also evaluating potential weather mitigation opportunities to de-risk seasonal attendance and create the potential for an extended season.

14 32,600 sqm 14,100 sqm 44,120 sqm 23,000 sqm 14

15 Next Steps 1. Continue with Financial Feasibility & Financing Options Analysis Assess consolidated PNE cash flow impacts Assess parking infrastructure cost impacts Evaluate funding and alternative financing options 2. Delivery Planning & Options Assess broader Master Plan components that require investment in conjunction with Playland Evaluate redevelopment phasing options to reduce risk and optimize investment timeline Evaluate business/service delivery model options Next Milestone: Report back to Council in late 2019 with recommended delivery approach, procurement/partnership plan and request additional funding

16 Amphitheatre Renewal Project Overview HP-PNE Master Plan Priorities Increase green space and habitat to 50% of total site Redevelop Playland (15 to 22 acres) to serve as the economic engine Develop Heart of the Park to serve as a central celebration zone for flexible, programmable spaces suitable for festivals, events, and day-today usage. This space will be centered around a renewed Amphitheatre, Festival Plaza, urban plazas and Livestock Building. Daylight a stream linking the Sanctuary to Burrard Inlet through the Heart of the Park Build amenities and infrastructure to service broad needs

17 Amphitheatre Renewal - Business Case Overview Phase 1 Phase 3 Phase 2 Phase 4 Business Case Preliminary Design Detailed Planning & Design Construction Market Analysis Update Design Considerations Redevelopment Scenario Analysis Business Model Analysis Business Case Report

18 Key Findings Market Analysis Overall market size is growing and consistent with projected population growth Strong growth in overnight tourists with over 1.9M more annual visitors than 2010 The event industry is currently strong and anticipates future growth in attendance Despite growth in demand, the supply of local venues is seen as a concern by the local event industry Demand for VIP experiences is growing and represents a large, untapped revenue stream A scalable price structure for smaller community/non-profit shows would be well received and result in more shows

19 Key Findings Market Opportunity Existing Venue Supply Gap in the Vancouver Market: Affordable venues with a capacity range from 2,000 to 5,000 and 5,001-7,500 are in short supply and high demand Flexible venue space that can serve 2,000 to 10,000 capacity events will fill a major gap in the local venue market Ancillary Revenues Are Critical to Venue Success Large venue capacity and extended operating season will provide the greatest opportunity for financial viability Parking, improved food & beverage guest amenities, and VIP experiences represent an important financial opportunity Expressed Interest from Local Commercial/Community Event Organizers 60% of existing/potential community and commercial event organizers require capacity less than 5,000 seats; 30% event days for events between 5,000 10,000 capacity Over 70% of survey respondents would be interested in renting at a redeveloped Amphitheatre

20 Key Findings Design Considerations The new venue should have complete installation of power, internet, water, cover, washrooms, concessions, box office, VIP suites, back-of-house facilities, and covered stage Flexibility is very important, particularly in stage size, seating configurations and floor plans Providing cover over the audience will benefit ticket sales and extend the window for outdoor shows Sound management is a concern and sound management will be a requirement in venue design Improved catering or reception area deemed beneficial for producers and the PNE

21 Preliminary Conceptual Design Renderings **Conceptual** Venue Design Renderings

22 **Conceptual** Best Case Scenario Venue Design Renderings

23 Next Steps Finalize financial components of Business Case Report (March 2019) Present recommended redevelopment scenario to project Steering Committee and HP- PNE Board (April 2019) Initiate Heart of the Park Feasibility Study (Q2 2019)

24 Hastings Park Technical Studies

25 Traffic, Parking and Access Study Background 1. Creating clear pedestrian and vehicle organization was a primary principle in the HP-PNE Master Plan 2. Traffic engineering consultant (Binnie) was engaged in 2017 to conduct a Traffic, Parking and Access Study to assess the current parking demand, assess traffic volume at peak events, and provide recommendations for future attendance 3. Two site surveys were conducted (one day during the Fair and one non-fair multiple-event day) to account for parking demand 4. Recommendations provided on what site changes will optimize traffic and parking when considering future HP-PNE Master Plan development

26 Traffic, Parking and Access Study Findings 1. During Playland Season: Baseline parking with Playland expansion will not meet the design target (95 th percentile) for estimated Playland attendance 2. During The Fair: Baseline parking with Playland expansion will not meet the design target (50 th percentile) for estimated Fair attendance 3. An additional 990 parking stalls will be needed to meet the design targets for anticipated event attendance following Master Plan development

27 Preliminary Recommendations 1. Design for 50 th / 95 th percentile (The Fair/Playland) parking demand 2. Two potential sites for future parking require further operational and financial assessment 3. Consider transportation demand management (TDM) strategies to reduce parking demand and mode share split Carpool-only lots Onsite designated passenger loading areas Bicycle storage / valet Increase % of small car spaces to maximize parkade design Potential for shuttle service from nearby Skytrain station Transit fare passes included with ticket purchases / incentives

28 Traffic, Parking and Access Study Next Steps 1. Brief COV stakeholders on findings and recommendations 2. Present findings to HP-PNE Master Plan Steering Committee and HP-PNE Board for a decision on parking strategy

29 Infrastructure Study for Hastings Park Site 1. Updated Infrastructure Master Plan completed in 2016 to assess considered redevelopment scenarios 2. Reviewed below and above grade services such as sewer, water, power, fiber and communication infrastructure 3. Evaluated current status of services and upgrades required to support the Master Plan 4. Most infrastructure is beyond its life expectancy and needs replacement and expansion to accommodate Master Plan vision 5. Projects $110M in upgrades across site

30 Other Site Investigation Highlights Geotechnical Report Investigation conducted to measure and monitor static ground water table, dividing site into 2 zones Zone 1 seen as medium to high risk, likely requiring ground treatment (removal of loose soil) prior to development Zone 2 seen as low to medium risk; seen as suitable for development Environmental Assessment Soil contamination was identified within the fill material that was identified during the drilling investigation. No groundwater or vapour contamination was identified. Remediation of the soil contamination will be conducted with the excavation activities in conjunction with the redevelopment of the site Pictured: Geotechnical report site zoning

31 Other Site Investigation Highlights Arborist Study Arboricultural assessment to take inventory of protected trees on the PNE site Identified 347 trees in the study area, of which 249 trees are in moderate or good health Remaining trees were recommended to be replaced to ensure safety and longevity in an urban landscape Pictured: Arborist report study area

32 Next Phase Projects

33 On the Horizon Heart of the Park Festival Plaza A new urban heart of the park featuring: comfortable seating, public art, high-quality paving and lighting, and food carts Outdoor space for community festivals, special events, and markets Built-in festival and event infrastructure Daylighted stream flows along plaza edge Livestock Building Feasibility Study for what is possible Building upgraded for seasonal use and retrofitted with large overhead doors allowing activities in the Livestock Building to spill out onto Festival

34 On the Horizon Festival Meadows Open space for flying kites, playing games, picnics, and relaxing Opportunity for smaller community festivals and events with built-in infrastructure such as power and water Playland needs to expand first to make way