CRIPPEN REGIONAL PARK DAVIES ORCHARD CONCEPT OPTIONS Jeffrey Fitzpatrick Sylvia Pendl DIVISION MANAGER, REGIONAL PARKS, WEST AREA PARK PLANNER, REGIONAL PARKS, WEST AREA Bowen Island Municipality, September 11, 2017 21495473
Purpose 1. To provide Bowen Island Municipality Council with an update on the Davies Orchard Planning Project, and 2. to seek input from Bowen Island Municipality Council on the two Davies Orchard Concept Options under consideration 2
Context 300 000 visitors 220 ha 13 km trails Davies Orchard 4
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Context - site Snug Cove 2.3 acres Limited open space, trails and parking 10 cottages (4 upgraded, 6 in poor condition) 7
Context First Nation, agricultural, orchard, recreational and cottage history Metro Vancouver acquired land in 1983 Bowen Heritage Site underuse, deteriorating cottages, limited use and poor connections (1940-1948)
Project Goals 1. Improve public access and use of the orchard area 2. Better integrate Davies Orchard into Crippen Regional Park 3. Celebrating the unique heritage of the site 9
Process 1. Regional Parks Committee (March 2016) 2. BIM Council (April 2016) 3. Public Engagement (June 2016) 4. Site, building, heritage assessment and concept development (Summer Winter 2017) 5. Regional Parks Committee (April 26 2017) 6. Public Engagement (June 2017) 7. Engage Bowen Island Municipality 8. Report back to Regional Parks Committee 9. Metro Vancouver Board Approval 10
Assessment - Site Challenges Obstruction of views Lack of defined public space Poor way-finding and connections Space feels private / exclusive Underuse Opportunities Create a vibrant park hub Enhance open space Improve public access of site and cottages Celebrate the unique heritage of the site Improve sight lines, circulation and access 11
Assessment - Historic First Nation, Agricultural, orchard, recreational and cottage history Clustering of buildings Topography of the site Orchard plantings Views to the harbor Landscape narrative 12
the site s cultural landscape, history of orcharding and use of the holiday cottages have played an important role in its identity and sense of place 13
Assessment - Building 4 in good condition 2 short term rentals Bowen Heritage museum Bowen Heritage office 6 in poor condition (not actively used) 14
Assessment - Building Suitable Use Bowen Heritage Museum and Office Short term overnight rental Public bookable facility (supports a range of use) Not Recommended Nature House Storage Landscape display Food services Non park/private use 15
Assessment - Building Bookable Cottage Facility Restored and upgraded cottages available for public use. Bookings might include: Regional Park programs Meeting space for community groups Short term artist use (partnership opportunity) Support space for festivals/events (applefest) School group use Park or heritage lectures/programs Health / yoga retreat / programs Location / support for small wedding Children's birthday parties Family and community events 16
Public Engagement 2016-2017 Community conversation (public open house) June 2016 Stakeholder workshop June 2016 Community conversation (public open house) June 2017 Stakeholder workshop June 2017 Regional survey 17
Public Engagement Highlights Historic value of the cottages & desire to see upgrades; Improved connections & public access Family/child friendly amenities Public access to the cottage buildings Open, programmable space; Site is underused, limited recognition 18
Concept Options Concept 1 Open Space Focus Concept 2 Heritage Focus 19
Concept Options Common Elements Public access to renovated cottages Central open space Nature discovery area & picnic amenities New and realigned trails, paths and parking 20
Concept Options Common Elements Improved connections to park & village Expanded orchard Nature loop trail & habitat area near creek Interpretive & educational displays Bowen Heritage museum and demonstration garden 21
Concept Options Common Outcomes Collaboration with community groups New opportunities for programs and events Enhanced public access Family friendly amenities Historic features preserved, celebrated and used Usable, flexible, vibrant, accessible public space 22
Public Space Honoring the past. Looking forward. 23
Concept Option 1 Open Space Focus Common elements Four cottages in good condition are retained Museum Bowen Heritage Public Bookable Facility Short term overnight accommodation 24
Concept Option 2 Heritage / Cottage Focus Common elements Retains four cottages in good condition and upgrades two additional cottages Museum Bowen Heritage Public Bookable Facility (2) Short term overnight accommodation (2) 25
Next Steps 1. Regional Parks Committee 2. Metro Vancouver Board Approval 3. Detailed Design and Implementation (subject to regular budgeting process) 26
Thank you. Questions?