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Projects: Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Please join us in celebrating the five Canada 150 capital projects that the City of Vaughan was successful in receiving grant funding to support. In July of 2015 the City of Vaughan Parks Development Department received $143,000 from the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program to support completion of two (2) parks renewal projects including Oakbank Pond Boardwalk Reconstruction (Ward 5) and North Thornhill District Park Playground Shade Structure (Ward 4).
Concept rendering – Chancellor District Park
In December of 2016 the City was successful in securing an additional $300,000 from the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program to support completion of three (3) additional parks renewal projects including Maxey Park Playground Expansion (Ward 2), Chancellor District Park Playground Redevelopment (Ward 3) and Matthew Park Shade Structure (Ward 3). All five (5) of these projects are planned for construction in 2017. For further information about these projects please visit the Parks Development page at vaughan.ca. Concepts for all projects subject to change during design development and construction.
Concept rendering – Maxey Park
Concept rendering – North Thornhill District Park Playground Shade Structure
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Projects: Community Parks Chatfield District Park 2017 Construction 100 Lawford Rd, Ward 3 Size: 5.7 hectares Chatfield District Park will be an example of the City’s commitment to accessibility, sustainability and active living. The junior and senior play equipment will be located in separate play spaces designated by age group. Both play spaces will have a set of swings and will be designed to have large open play precincts with colourful, challenging and exciting play components. The design of the playgrounds will include use of rubber safety surfacing to provide accessibility into the entire play area because as a District Park it serves as a higher function accessible park, along with ground level activities, accessible play panels and an accessible full support swing.
Amenities • accessible junior and senior playgrounds • • • • • • • • •
diamond lit tennis courts 9 v 9 soccer field basketball court water play skate zone seating areas & shade structures accessible walking paths landscape planting & open green space for informal play
Concept drawing of Chatfield District Park. Subject to change during design development and construction.
Tennis Courts In 2016 the tennis courts at Civic Park (Ward 1) were reopened after a complete reconstruction. The new courts feature an acrylic surface and seating node. In 2017 tennis court reconstruction will take place at Velmar Downs Park (Ward 3), Bathurst Estate Park, Vaughan Crest Park (both Ward 5), and Torri Park (Ward 3). More projects are currently in the planning stages so stay tuned to the website for updates, reopening of facilities and new closures to accommodate improvements.
Tennis courts Civic Park
Tennis courts under construction Bathurst Estates
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Projects: The New Downtown
New parks & public spaces The City's commitment to accessibility, sustainability & active living. Concept rendering – Edgely Pond bridge perspective*
The New Downtown: Edgely Pond and Park Near the intersections of Jane St and Highway 7, Ward 4 Size of Urban Park: 7.5 hectares Edgeley Pond and Park is the next step in the evolution of the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC). Its dramatic topography, naturalized waterways and woodland grove recall the area’s rich landscape heritage, one that was originally dominated by apple orchards and rolling valley lands. The revitalized pond will provide 7.5 hectares of green space that will hydraulically and ecologically connect to the larger Black Creek system. The vision for the redevelopment of this open space is to build a signature gateway and sustainable amenity that functions as a hybrid of vital stormwater management (SWM) infrastructure and innovative public space design.
Edgeley Pond and Park is composed of the largest environmental open space in the VMC together with an adjacent linear park strategically planned on its eastern edge. By co-locating both pond and park side by side, the City is able to generate a larger environmentally sustainable open space that will give all VMC residents and visitors a tranquil and secluded green public realm. Currently Edgeley Pond and Park is under design with a plan to start Phase 1 Pond and trail construction in Q2-2018; the first of the park components will form part of Phase 2 to be developed in the future. Visit vaughan.ca/VMC for more information.
Concept rendering – Edgely Pond ice rink*
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For more information please email Parks Development at
[email protected] or call 905.303.2069
*Conceptual illustrations only, courtesy of DTAH. Concepts are subject to Council approval.
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Projects: North Maple Regional Park North Maple Regional Park Construction started May 2017 (Phase 1) Keele St, North of Teston Rd, Ward 1 Size: 81 hectares North Maple Regional Park (NMRP) is envisioned to become a signature park for Vaughan residents and visitors. The NMRP vision was developed with the support of the community over a number of years. The vision identifies the community’s desire for a balanced approach to park design and development; an approach that includes park facilities for both active and passive uses and for all levels of ability, ages and interests; and trails sensitive to the natural environment of the park.
Soccer Field #1
Soccer Field #2
Phase 1 park development at North Maple Regional Park includes installation of site servicing, construction of an entry road from Keele St. and development of an artificial turf field complex with 2 lit fields, and parking. Trail and landscape improvements are also planned to open the park for public use. Completion of Phase 1 is expected for summer 2018. Stay tuned for updates at vaughan.ca.
Amenities • 2 lit artificial turf fields • walking paths • shade & seating areas
Concept drawings of North Maple Regional Park. Subject to change during design development and construction.
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Strategy, Programs & Operations Active Together Master Plan 2018
Parks Redevelopment Strategy
Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan
The City is updating our Active Together Master Plan (ATMP) for the provision of parks, recreation and libraries. The updated ATMP (originally released in 2008 and last updated in 2013) will define how the City would like to focus its leisure resources and priorities to provide the most value to citizens, while ensuring long-term sustainability.
In 2017, a new study called the Parks Redevelopment Strategy (PRS) is being completed by the City. The goal of this study is to determine needs and priorities to guide the design and redevleopment of older municipal parks, and to ensure that the City’s park and open space system is effectively responding to the community’s changing needs. This strategy will inform decisions regarding the renovations, updating and/or repurposing of older and under-utilized parks and open space facilities. This study will also help address the following:
The planning, design and construction of walking, cycling and other recreational routes has increasingly become a priority for the province and municipalities across Ontario, including the City of Vaughan. People are more aware of the importance of health and exercise as well as the need to manage congestion and reduce the impact motor vehicle use is having on the environment.
The ATMP guides City departments in the provision of open space areas, parks, recreation programs and facilities, and library services, for the short and the long-term. Why update the ATMP? • The City of Vaughan continues to experience significant growth and development; • Increased development in high density and infill development projects (e.g., Vaughan Metropolitan Centre); • Changing legislation and updates to provincial planning policies; • Changing demographics and aging infrastructure.
ACTIVETOGETHER MASTER PLAN
• Pressures from new development on existing park infrastructure; • Pressures from increased park use, changing demographics and user needs; • Pressures from aging facilities requiring replacement; and, • Requirements for accessibility improvements in parks. For further information about these projects please visit the Parks Development page at vaughan.ca.
Vaughan’s existing Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan was developed in 2007, and was the first of its kind in York Region. Over the last ten years, and even more so in the last five years, there has been significant advancement in the support of active and sustainable modes of transportation (walking, cycling and rolling, etc.) and as a result the development of supportive policies and guidelines for the planning, design, operation and implementation of walking, cycling and multi-use facilities. A new Pedestrian and Cycling Strategy was identified as a Council priority for the 20152018 term to support new policy direction, best practices in active transportation, and reflect the needs and desires of Vaughan citizens today. The development of the new Pedestrian and Cycling Strategy is now underway with anticipated completion by Summer 2018. The primary goal of the project is: “To inspire trust, confidence and collaboration among stakeholders and residents of Vaughan to build support for walking, rolling and cycling in the City by undertaking a robust and transparent engagement process in the development of a new Pedestrian and Cycling Strategy.” To learn more about the project and how you can be involved, visit vaughan.ca/cycling and click on Pedestrian and Cycling Strategy. Alternatively, contact the Development Engineering and Infrastructure Department at 905.832.2281 or Parks Development Department at 905.303.2069.
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Strategy, Programs & Operations ABC Program
Curb Appeal
Park Ambassadors
The City of Vaughan's Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations is proud to introduce the ABC Program, A Better Citizen... A Safer Community. This program builds stronger communities by providing residents the opportunity to get involved in community safety. Becoming A Better Citizen is as easy as ABC. Simply pick up an ABC card from your local community centre or download a card from vaughan.ca/parksandforestry. Collect your neighbour's contact information to be used in case of emergencies or in order to organize a community function.
For more information about Curb Appeal and other community beautification programs, visit vaughan.ca/curbappeal.
Park Ambassadors are the "eyes and ears" in our community parks. They assist Parks staff and patrol by conducting site visits and performing visual checks. They report damage and inappropriate activities to the appropriate City staff and/or department. They also inform park users about City services, events and initiatives.
Adopt-A-Park The City of Vaughan Adopt-A-Park program offers involved and responsible citizens a chance to beautify and enhance their neighbourhood park. By taking part in the program, interested groups or individuals are encouraged to promote and organize a minimum of 3 planned park activities such as litter cleanup, tree and flower plantings, and shrub bed improvements. Participants in the program have their group name recognized and added to the park sign as part of the adoption of the park.
Dazzle Me! Can your neighbourhood use a make over? Perhaps a little landscaping, some planting or even painting? The City of Vaughan has created the Dazzle Me! program to stimulate and support community projects that will improve the visual landscape of our city while bringing together individuals and groups that take pride in their neighbourhoods.
Off-Leash Dog Park The City has an off-leash dog park located at Concord/Thornhill Regional Park, 299 Racco Parkway. In 2016 the City completed a public consultation process and identified a second location for a Primary Off-Leash Dog Area west of Highway 400. The City will continue working with the community to identify future local Off-Leash Dog Area locations. To provide your input or for more information visit vaughan.ca/dogpark.
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Pedestrian bridge replacements Keffer Marsh (Bartley Smith Greenway), King High Park and Marita Payne Park
Park Fitness Stations Through the use of features such as outdoor fitness equipment, the City of Vaughan has incorporated outdoor recreational activities providing elements in parks and open spaces catering to individual physical activity and wellness. Each fitness feature is designed to meet the health needs and promote active living in the community. These features provide opportunities for users to prolong their active life by helping to increase mobility and flexibility.
Tree Dedications The City of Vaughan is committed to increasing trees planted on public and private lands to improve and expand Vaughan’s urban forest. If you would like to participate in this program by planting a tree in memory of an event or loved one, or if you would like to receive more information, contact the Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations Department. For information on any of these programs, please contact the Parks & Forestry Operations Department at 905.832.8577 or
[email protected]
How you can help? Residents and visitors can help by reporting NON-EMERGENCY activity occurring illegally in parks, woodlots and open spaces to:
Additional pedestrian bridge replacements are being planned for 2017/18. Information and updates are provided on the City’s web site, including services disruptions, at vaughan.ca.
Access Vaughan: 905.832.2281 York Regional Police: 1.866.876.3423
Operation safe trails and parks
• Park name and location of sighting
Safety concerns persist with regards to offroad vehicles being used illegally in Vaughan every day. The City is working in collaboration with York Regional Police and Toronto Region Conservation Authority. This partnership will strive to heighten awareness of by-laws and provincial legislation to gain compliance with respect to illegal and unsafe activity.
• Date and time of occurrence
Please provide as much of the following information as possible:
• Identifiable marks of off-road vehicle (colour, size, make) • License plate number • Street name of where vehicle is coming from • Number of vehicles and riders • Physical description of person riding
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Trails Bartley Smith Greenway
Some key highlights along the BSG include the Langstaff EcoPark, the most significant natural regeneration area in the Upper West Don sub watershed. Here you will find a variety of trees including Black Willow, Black Walnut, and Sugar Maple. Depending on the season and time of day, it is possible to catch sight of coyotes, foxes, beavers, mink, snakes, turtles, frogs, and many species of birds. During late spring through fall the meadows are peppered with butterflies, bees, dragonflies and other insects, and are full of colour from wildflowers and flowering shrubs. A stop at beautiful Keffer Marsh lookout is highly recommended. Named after an early settler who farmed this part of Vaughan Township in the early 1800s, Keffer Marsh contains low-lying marsh lands and a larger deciduous swamp, believed to be the largest constructed area of its kind in Ontario.
The Bartley Smith Greenway (BSG) is a 15 kilometer trail system that follows the West Don River. The BSG includes southern and northern trail segments. The southern trail segment, approximately 11 kilometers long, begins at Steeles Avenue east of Dufferin Street, travels north through Marita Payne Park, under Highway 407, and continues to Langstaff Road where the trail ends. At this point, a short walk east on Langstaff Road onto Planchet Road will connect you back onto the trail, continuing north to Rutherford Road, through Routley Park and ending at Fieldgate Drive. The northern segment, approximately 4 kilometers long, starts north of McNaughton Road, passes through Mackenzie Glen District Park and along a series of open space areas and local parks ending at Teston Road.
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Take advantage of accessing the trail from Rutherford GO station! • Access points: Cranston Park Ave., Isaac Murray Ave., Drummond Dr., Sierra Crt., Cunningham Dr., Fletcher Dr., Glenkindie Ave., Mackenzie Glen District Park, Steeles Ave., Dufferin St., Langstaff Rd., Planchet Rd. and Keele St., Audia Crt., Marita Payne Park, Langstaff Park. • Total approximate distance: 15 kilometres • Parking: Dufferin Clark Community Centre, Langstaff Park, Mackenzie Glen District Park • New signage will be installed in 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions 1. Who do I contact to inquire about planting a new shrub bed at the entrance feature to my subdivision?
7. What should I do if my neighbourhood park playground is damaged or vandalized?
The City of Vaughan Dazzle Me! program invites community groups to bring forward ideas and initiatives that will improve public spaces in our City. Call 905.832.8577 or email
[email protected].
The Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations Department has a program to check playgrounds on a regular basis. Call Parks Operations at 905.832.8577, or after hours call 905.832.2281 and press ‘0’ for playground concerns. For vandalism concerns, call the “Vandalism Hotline” at 905.879.4357, or By-Law at 905.832.8505.
2. What should I do if my boulevard tree requires pruning, fertilizing or removal? Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations Department oversees pruning, mulching, fertilizing and replacements of all boulevard and park trees. Call 905.832.8577 or email
[email protected].
3. My boulevard sod has been damaged during winter snow removal. What should I do? The Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations Department will have staff inspect the damage and advise on the necessary repairs. Call 905.832.8577 or email
[email protected].
4. Who is responsible for the general clean up of debris or glass in parks, open spaces or woodlots?
To report unkept areas or coordinate the clean up of parks, open spaces or woodlots, contact The Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations Department at 905.832.8577 or email
[email protected].
5. Who should I contact if the grass on the boulevard and/or in the parks is high and needs cutting? The Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations Department maintains a bi-weekly cutting rotation on City-owned boulevards and parks. For a missed location call 905.832.8577 or email
[email protected]. Unassumed subdivisions are the responsibility of the developer. Call the Engineering Department at 905.832.8525. Boulevards on Regional roadways are maintained by York Region. Call 1.877.464.YORK (9675) or visit york.ca.
6. What should I do if there are weeds in the existing park adjacent to my home? The Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations Department cuts the grass regularly to manage excessive growth of weeds. All our parks are pesticide free.
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8. Are parks patrolled in the evening for vandalism or loitering? Yes. Parks are patrolled by By-law officers. Should you notice any suspicious activity, contact Dispatch at 905.832.2281 and press ‘0’. You may also call Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS.
9. The fence along the walkway has fallen. Who repairs it? If the City is responsible, The Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations Department will investigate and determine a course of action. Generally, fences are built on private property and are the homeowner’s responsibility.
10. The boulevard tree in front of my house has a wasp/bees nest. What should I do? The Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations Department should be advised. A contractor will be notified to address nests in City trees. Swarms of honey bees will be monitored, but if left undisturbed, generally move away on their own to benefit pollination.
11. Where would I access information about an outdoor water park? Water play areas are open May to September. To find a location near you visit vaughan.ca.
12. Who should I call to arrange an event or plan a family picnic in a City-owned park, or the Boyd Conservation Area? Contact Recreation Services, Permitting Division at 905.832.8500 for any inquiries. Boyd Conservation Area inquiries, contact the Toronto Region & Conservation Authority at 416.667.6299.
13. Where can I purchase a cemetery plot or inquire about a burial? The Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations Department maintains the availability, purchasing, location of plots and pricing in City-owned cemeteries. For information about monuments, restrictions and prices, call 905.832.8577.
14. Who should I contact to place a bench or plant a tree in a park to honour a loved one or to remember a special event? For information call 905.832.8577 or email
[email protected].
15. Who can I call about park-related matters after 4:30pm? Contact the City of Vaughan After Hours Dispatch at 905.832.2281, and press “0”.
16. What should I do if I have a permit for the field and someone else is using it? Contact the City of Vaughan After Hours Dispatch at 905.832.2281; press ‘0’ for Parks Permit Patrol.
17. Is the City responsible for removing trees that are infested with Emerald Ash Borer? For information on Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), visit the Canadian Food Inspection Agency website. If you believe your boulevard tree is infested with EAB, call the Transportation Services, Parks & Forestry Operations Department at 905.832.8577 or email
[email protected].
18. Who is responsible for sidewalk snow clearing? You are reminded to clear the public sidewalk adjoining your property of ice and snow within 24 hours after a snow fall. To assist you during periods of heavy snowfall, the City operated a sidewalk snow ploughing program. However, this does not alleviate your obligations under the by-law to ensure the public sidewalk is kept in a safe manner.
19. When will my boulevard tree be planted? For information specific to your boulevard tree call the Parks & Forestry Operations Department at 905.832.8577 or email
[email protected].
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Skateboard Parks • Tree Protection By-Law
Skateboard Parks Private Property Tree Protection By-Law By-Law #185-2007, the Private Property Tree Protection By-Law, requires any property owner wishing to remove any tree on private property over 20cm in diameter at 1.4m above the ground to obtain a permit from the City. vaughan.ca/ParksAndForestry
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• Hillside Park • Matthew Park • Village Green Park • Sonoma Heights Community Park • Secord Park
• Carrville Mill Park • Freedom Trail Park • Jack Pine Park • Twelve Oaks Park
Permit applications are available at the City of Vaughan Joint Operations Centre at 2800 Rutherford Road, or on vaughan.ca.
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