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MILL WOODS CAMPUS SITE FUNCTIONAL PLAN
Prepared by Edmonton Parks and Recreation March 22, 1979
PROJECT TEAM EDMONTON PARKS AND RECREATION Barry Anderson, General Supervisor of Recreation, Southeast District Bryce Card, Supervisor of Design and Drafting Bob Cochrane, Supervisor of Facility Construction and Survey Linda Drager, Recreation Planner Frank Gasparik, Landscape Architect Richard Nuxoll, Director of Research and Planning, Chairman Ed Romanowski, Supervisor of Recreation Planning MILL WOODS COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Max V. Bahnsen, M.C.A.R.F.A. Brian Cook, Knottwood Community Lanny Graham, M.C.A.R.F.A., Committee Chairman Gordon Heaps, Leefield Community Darryl Hunt, Leefield Community Gary Johnson, North Milbourne Community Herb Junker, Lakewood Community Gillian Marshall Val Pohl, North Milbourne Community Stella Taylor Barry Anderson, Edmonton Parks and Recreation, Ex-officio
PREAMBLE The purpose of this plan is to identify the specific location of facilities and landscape elements to be developed on the Mill Woods Campus Site and their interrelationships. The campus development should reflect the needs and aspirations of community residents. The plan will be the base from which the architects will design the actual facilities.
STATEMENT OF GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The goal of the functional plan process is:
To develop a plan for the development of recreational, social, cultural and educational facilities on the Mill Woods Campus Site.
The objectives of the plan are:
1. That the programme requirements for facilities to be developed on the site represent the needs of the community.
2. That the configuration and functional interrelationships between facilities minimize operating costs.
3. That the site and all facilities will be designed to be used by all citizens, including the handicapped and the aged.
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4. That the architectural quality and exterior finishes of buildings on and around the site compliment one another.
5. That access to the facilities be oriented to persons using both public and private modes of transportation.
6. That the configuration and design of buildings and open space on the site reflect their functional interrelationships.
The following report will outline the specific functional plan for the Mill Woods Campus Site as it detemined through meeting the above objectives.
COMPONENTS OF THE PLAN
The plan is divided into two major components. The first component consists of the Introduction and Background sections which identify the basis for the second component, the Campus Development Plan. The Introduction and Background sections outline the history of the project, the goals and objectives, the plan process, and community and site characteristics that are basic to the development of this plan. The Campus Development Plan section will outline the concept used to situate the facilities on the site, the priorities for facility development and associated activities, development that can be undertaken with the funds that are presently allocated to the campus site, possible future additions, and the functional interrelationships. The management, scheduling, operations and budget for the facilities will also be outlined. This section will also include plan drawings.
INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND
I.
INTRODUCTION
A.
HISTORY OF THE PROJECT
When the site for the campus was designated in the plan for the entire community of Mill Woods in 1969, it was designed to accommodate a recreation complex including a pool and arena, two high schools, one junior high school, school playing fields, athletic grounds, and a district park. The site is located near the town centre in the geographical core of Mill Woods. Figure 1 shows the location of the Mill Woods Campus Site. In 1975, a plan was drafted for the campus site by the Parks and Recreation Department, Real Estate and Housing Department and the School Boards. This plan was never officially approved by all parties concerned. It was too early to detail the site requirements of the Parks and Recreation Department and the School Boards and the functional interrelationships between buildings could not be addressed.
The community of Mill Woods is now ready to have the Mill Woods Campus Site developed. Many needs for facilities have been identified. Over the past few years, Mill Woods has been one of the fastest growing areas of the City, absorbing a major portion of the City's first time home buyers. In 1979, the population of Mill Woods is expected to reach 30,000. The total population of Mill Woods is projected at 110,000 to bereached in 1985 or 1986.
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The Edmonton Parks and Recreation Master Plan, 1979-1983, identifies Mill Woods as the first priority for swimming pool and arena development during the period of the plan. It allocates $2.6 million for the development of a swimming pool in Mill Woods. It also identifies the Mill Woods Cultural and Recreational Facilities Association that is raising funds to build its own recreation complex, including an arena. Both the pool and the arena will be developed on the Mill Woods Campus Site. The Master Plan also allocates funds for the landscape development of the site. The swimming pool and recreation complex developed by the City and the Association may include a variety of other facilities depending on the needs and priorities established by the community and the availability of funds for construction.
B.
PLAN PROCESS The Plan Process for the development of the functional plan is outlined in the following flow chart.
PLAN PROCESS
Need for Facilities in Statement of Department Review of Mill Woods Identified in-Functional Plan ...110 Study Proposal Master Plan Goals & Objectives
Notes: 1.Recreational, social, cultural and educational needs will be addressed. 2. The Committee, the School Boards and Civic Departments will have an opportunity to review their input into the plan as interpreted by the Parks and Recreation Dept..
M.C.A.R.F.A. and School Boards Review and Approval of Study Proposal Community Nees Identified Data Collection and Analysis Community Advisory Committee Review2 Plan Preparation Review and Approval by City Administration Review and Approval by School Boards and Possibly City Council
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M.C.A.R.F.A.
In January of 1977, the Mill Woods Cultural and Recreational facilities Association (M.C.A.R.F.A.) was registered under the Societies Act of Alberta. The primary objective of the Association is:
To do all things necessary to arrange for and ultimately construct, maintain and operate a physical complex for the recreational, cultural, educational and social requirements of its members and their families and to this end to enter into, negotiate and complete such studies, contracts committments and undertakings as may be reasonably required with either individuals, corporations, associations or government bodies of all levels.
The association has over 100 members. To construct the facility complex, M.C.A.R.F.A. plans to raise $1,500,000.
At the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting of April 26th, 1978, a grant of $500,000 from the Major Cultural/Recreational Facility Development Program was approved subject to eight conditions to be incorporated into a 20 year land lease between the City and the Association. The eight conditions are:
1. That M.C.A.R.F.A. provide evidence that they are capable of meeting all requirements of the Major Cultural/Recreational Facilities Development Program.
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2. ThatM.C.A.R.F.A.design and build the complex to make provisions for the future City-built swimming pool on the same site. 3. That M.C.A.R.F.A. arena and community centre complex construction standards be in accordance with the city-owned arenas and City Building standards.
4. That the City have the right of approval of the designs and representation at all progress inspections.
5. That the M.C.A.R.F.A. arena and community centre complex be constructed on the site as approved by Edmonton Parks and Recreation.
6. That the Department receive the first option on hours available on one ice sheet for the total number of hours required to meet the demand of City-Wide User Groups (including schools) to the level of service provided in other City-owned arenas.
7. That the fees and charges be assessed to the Department by M.C.A.R.F.A.'s average hourly direct operating cost of one sheet of ice. Capital debt charges will not be considered as direct operating costs.
- 108. That maintenance standards for M.C.A.R.F.A. arenas be consistent with standards set for City-owned and operated arenas.
An added condition was that more community input on user needs for the community centre portion of the building be identified. A recommendation to negotiate a 20 year lease agreement with M.C.A.R.F.A. was approved by City Council on May 23, 1978.
In order to lease a portion of the campus site to the Association for construction of the facility complex, the Parks and Recreation Department had to develop a functional plan for the entire site. PLAN PROCESS AN EXPLANATION There were two committees established to provide direction to the development of the Mill Woods Campus Site Functional Plan.
A committee of Edmonton Parks and Recreation personnel was established in October, 1978, to develop a study proposal, to ensure input into the plan from other concerned City Departments and the School Boards, and to direct and monitor the plan process.
In keeping with the policy of the Parks and Recreation Department to ensure community involvement in the development of plans for parks and facilities, a Community Advisory Committee composed of people representing interest groups,
community leagues and the general public in Mill Woods was struck. The purpose of this Committee is to advise on community needs for the development of facilities and open space on the Mill Woods Campus Site.
After review and approval of the study proposal by the Parks and Recreation Department, the School Boards and M.C.A.R.F.A., it was necessary to determine the needs of the community and to provide them with information that would lead to future decisions. A series of slides and a report providing background information was presented to the Community Advisory Committee on December 11, 1978. The purpose of this presentation was to provide a broader understanding of the community, the campus site and possibilities for development of the site. This same presentation was made at a public meeting in Mill Woods for information and to stimulate further feedback.
In an attempt to gain insight into the recreation needs of the community, a telephone survey of Mill Woods residents was conducted from December 28, 1978 to January 14, 1979. A total of 431 households responded to the questionnaire. Another survey was conducted at a public meeting on January 22, requesting the respondents to indicate their priorities for facilities to be built on the site. Approximately 140 residents attended this meeting and 97 provided their input by answering a questionnaire.
A presenta.tion on facility concepts was given to the Edmonton Separate School Board on January 8, 1979, and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on January 11, 1979. Both parties gave their support to the integrated facility concept which will be discussed in the Background section of this report.
- 12 A report on soil tests conducted on the site in January 1979 fulfilled another step in the data collection process.
The Community Advisory Committee met on six different occasions between November 27th, and January 30th, 1979 and organized two public meetings in that time. After receiving comments and survey information from community residents the Advisory Committee proceeded to compile a list of priorities for development of the site.
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MILL V.riu.ODS CAP1PUS SITE II. BACKGROUND Grunt NlocEwon Community College
School
The topics to be covered in this section include site analysis, community characteristics, programmes and facilities, and social, educational, cultural and recreational needs. This section is a summary of the important factors and implications Town Centro
drawn from the Background Information and Analysis report. A. SITE ANALYSIS 1. Size The actual site of the Mill Woods Campus Site is
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- 142. Soil and Topography
The preliminary soils report prepared by the City of Edmonton Engineering Department states that the soil and foundation conditions at the site are generally good. The site is generally flat and free of any major relief. A few trees are standing near the centre of the site, but the remaining area is vegetated with grass and small shrubs. Detailed soils testing must be undertaken prior to the design of facilities for a particular area of the site. 3. Services A pipeline right-of-way runs from the southwest to the northwest corner of the campus site. This is a great restriction as no grading or building can take place along this line. There is also a utility right-of-way running north to south in the eastern half of the site which restricts building along that portion. Major utility lines run along Mill Woods Road and 66 Street and telephone lines are located along 23rd and 28th Avenues. 4. Surrounding Land Use Land surrounding the campus site is zoned for residential, institutional, (i.e. church, Grant McEwan College, a senior citizens home),and commercial use. The town centre will be located immediately to the east of the campus site and will incorporate open space features and a man-made lake.
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5. Access - Private and Public
The campus site is bounded by major thoroughfares on all four sides. Road access to the site must be co-ordinated with the planned meridian breaks established by the Transportation Department. The proposed LRT line for Mill Woods is to be located along 28th Avenue with a terminal at the northwest corner of the campus. This will also be a major transfer point for buses.
6. Implications
The size of site will allow a large variety of activities to be accommodated, however, careful consideration must be given to the planning of facilities and open space in order to maximize its use and minimize wasted space. Joint development by the community, the School Boards and Parks and Recreation will not be hindered by size, or configuration of the site.
The results of the preliminary soils tests suggests that no problems will he encountered with respect to soil conditions.
The major utilities and telephone connections indicate that the northeast and the northwest corners are both good for services. The major restrictions on the site are associated with the pipeline and utility right-of-ways. No building or grading can be done over these portions of the site. Playing fields may overlap the right-of-ways but no goal posts or standards can be installed nearby.
- 16The development of a man-made lake in the Town Centre will remove the requirement for a similar facility on the Campus Site. The open space features and the artificial lake should be situated on the west side of the Town Centre to ensure visibility and accessibility from the Campus Site.
Adequate consideration must be given to the easy and safe pedestrian access between the Campus Site and the Town Centre. Pedestrian traffic from the residential areas and the senior citizens home which have been planned adjacent to the Campus Site may require an overhead walkway and should be lighted to ensure safety. Parking facilities must be large enough to accommodate all those using private vehicles although public transportation is encouraged. The facilities must be visible from the thoroughfares and easily accessible from points along those roads. B. COMMUNITY CHARACTERISTICS The characteristics of the people in the community will often determine a large portion of the services that should be offered. Young children and young adults have somewhat different needs than older people whose children have grown-up and left home. The mobility of the people living in the community as reflected by the ownership status of housing also affects the recreational, cultural, social and educational needs of the community. The marital and occupational status of residents will also have some 'impact on the services that should be provided.
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1.Age Composition
AGE r'OMPOSITCON, 1
The age compositon of Mill Woods residents in 1978 is shown in Figure 3. Over one quarter of the Mill Woods population is
Age Group
comprised of children under the age of ten. 61 +
14%
The parents of these children are mainly between 21 and 30 years of age. Relative to other outline plan areas in the City, there is also a higher proportion of
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with teenage children.
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2. Ownership Status
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% of Total Population The ownership status of housing in Mill Woods is shown in Figure 4.
3. Marital and Occupational Status
Approximately half of the Mill Woods
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OWNERSHIP STATUS OF HOUSINC IN MILL WOODS, 1978 NO.
population is married. Related to the high proportion of children, there is also a large number of singles. In terms of occupational
Owner Occupied Dwellings Renter Occupied Dwellings Vacant Dwellings
FIGURE 4
4,759 1,689 306
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4.
Future Characteristics
Today, Mill Woods can be described as a newly developing community with a large number of young families. It is anticipated that in 10-15 years Mill Woods will have a very high proportion of middle-aged couples with teenage children. Many children will have already left home to form their own households and start a family.
5.
Implications
As the community grows older, there will be an increasing need to facilitate a broader variety of activities. This will result from the population shifts from young children and young adults to older children and middle-aged couples and seniors. The Campus Site must be designed -Oith flexibility to provide for the changing needs of the community through the incorporation of the multi-use space and variety of activities/facilities. C. COMMUNITY GROUPS, FACILITIES AND PARKLAND
The major points discussed in the Background Information and Analysis Report concerning community groups, facilities and parkland will be highlighted in this section.
1. Community Groups and Organizations
A number of groups within the community work towards providing recreational, social and cultural activities for residents of Mill Woods.
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groups. The community groups and
•Leefield Community League
organizations are listed on this page.
*North Millbourne Community League *Edith Rogers Community School
*Boys and Girls Club
•Knottwood Community League
2.
Facilities
An analysis of Recreation Services in Mill Woods, 1978 prepared by Edmonton Parks and Recreation was the basis for the inventory of present community
*Lakewood Community League
•Y.M.C.A.
*Richfield Tenants Association
•M.C.A.R.F.A.
•Tweddle Tenants Association
'Grant MacEwan Community College
•Leef ield Tenants Association
'City Social Services
•Calvary Temple
'City Parks and Recreation
•Millbourne Alliance Church *Edmonton Gospel Temple
facilities.
Many activities take place in City facilities outside of the Mill Woods boundaries due to an absence of those same facilities within the community. Swimming and skating are examples of such activities. The map on the next page indicates facilities near Mill Woods that are utilized by that community.
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FACILITIES NEAR MILL WOODS Strathcona Pool South Edmonton Sports Centre (4.4 miles; 7.0 km)
Bonnie Doom Pool (4.8 miles; 7-6 km)
Kenilworth Arena (4.4 miles; 7.0 km)
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3. Parkland
PROPOSED PARK DEI'El OPMENT, 1979•33 NEW DEVELOPMENT
COMPLETIONS
At the neighbourhood level, the Edmonton Ekota
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page. Development of parks and playgrounds in other neighbourhoods depends on the availability of funds.
Greenview In addition to the present campus site
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development, future development will include a golf course with a ravine park. The timing of this development will depend on resources. The need for a second campus east of 50th street will be determined primarily by the Separate and Public School Boards. The need for more district park space and more athletic grounds will also influence the decision to develop an additional campus site.
-22 4. Implications The number of community groups offering leisure time activities suggest that facilities are needed for both the programmes they offer and the organizational meetings they hold. At present, programmes are operating from church halls and schools. The site should contain facilities primarily for activities that cannot be accommodated in smaller neighbourhood facilities. A community room would provide a centrally located meeting hall for organizations drawing their members from the entire Mill Woods community. This would correspond with the proposed concept of small community league buildings on the neighbourhood school and park sites and one larger hall on the campus site serving the entire area of Mill Woods. An information centre where new residents can learn about the community could also be located in conjunction with this large community facility. The projected population of 110,000 people for Mill Woods coupled with the absence of pool and arena facilities, indicates that both of these should be accommodated on the campus site. At present, the Mill Woods residents are not being afforded satisfactory opportunities for swimming and skating. The proposed development of a second campus site east of 50th Street will reduce the size of the schools on the site, under consideration in this report, allowing for greater areas of open space. Smaller schools will also mean a reduction in the size of facilities such as shops, fine arts rooms and auditoriums.
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The development of a golf course with a ravine park in Mill Woods will increase the outdoor recreation opportunities for Mill Woods residents. Because the campus site will be more intensely developed, it will not be affected by the golf course and ravine park development (the latter of which will be left in a more natural state). The facilities developed on the campus site should supplement those that exist in neighbourhood parks. They must be interesting and draw their attendance from the entire Mill Woods community to justify their existence. A pool and an artificial ice arena are examples of facilities that could not be supported at the neighbourhood level. D. RECREATIONAL, CULTURAL, SOCIAL AND EDUCATIONAL NEEDS Prior to the Mill Woods Functional Plan, a number of studies were done in the community. In May of 1977, the Y.M.C.A. undertook a study called Peoples, Places, Programs in which social characteristics, community facilities and daytime programming were examined in five areas of the City. In 1974, the Catholic Church conducted a survey in Mill Woods and in 1977, Knottwood Community surveyed its residents as to their recreational priorities. A survey of Parks and Recreation programmes and input for the Mayors Neighbourhood Planning Conference also provided social and recreational information concerning Mill Woods residents. 1. Recreational and Cultural Needs The need for more recreational facilities in Mill Woods was identified in the Y.M.C.A. study. This was also supported in the comments to the Mayors
- 24 Neighbourhood Planning Conference. In the Knottwood Community Survey residents were asked to priorize their desire to participate in recreational activities. The priority listing for the entire community is as follows: Highest Priority
Skating Swimming Arts & Crafts Ceramics & Pottery Hockey Macrame Badminton Figure Skating Tennis Photography
The Catholic Church Survey, the Y.M.C.A. study and the Edmonton Parks and Recreation survey all state a need for daytime and after school programming for children.
- 25 To supplement these studies, two additional surveys were undertaken to gain further insight into the recreational and cultural needs of the community. A telephone survey was conducted in December of 1973 and January of 1979 to determine family participation rates in various recreational and cultural activities. The Public Open House Survey conducted on January _22, 1979 also determined family participation rates. The percentage of families where one person has taken part in that activity in the last year is outlined in Table 1. The results of both surveys are listed.
TABLE 1 % of Families In Mill Woods Participating in Selected Activities
Activity
Telephone Survey
Public Open House Survey 67
Picnicing
68
Recreational Skating
66
75
Swimming
63
67
Indoor Table Games
56
49
Crafts
49
51
Fitness
46
57
Gymnasium Sports
45
47
Homecrafts
42
24
Tennis
40
39
Playground Activities
39
73
Dance
39
39
Photography
39
28
Shoperafts
35
16
Court Sports
33
47
Music
32
39
Ice Hockey
28
23
Fine Arts
22
13
Skateboarding
18
20
Figure Skating
14
16
Drama
10
8
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Respondents of the telephone survey were also asked to state why they do not participate in certain activities. By looking at these reasons the need for certain facilitieS can be determined. Table 2 showS- the'iiercentage of iamilies who might take part in an activity if that facility was provided.
TABLE 2 % Of Families In Mill Woods Wishing To Have Facilities For Selected Activities In Their Area
Facility For
% Of Families*
Court Sports
16
Tennis
15
Swimming
13
Gymnasium Sports
11
Homecrafts
9
Shoperafts
9
Picnicing
9
Indoor Table Games
9
Fitness
8
Dance
7
Recreational Skating
7
Fine Arts
6
Crafts
6
Figure Skating
5
Skateboarding
5
Music
5
Photography
4
Playground Activities
4
Ice Hockey
4
Drama (* % Family Non-Participation)
4 X (Proportion of Reasons No Facilities Nearb)
-27Those responding to the Public Open House Survey were also asked to state their views on development of the site by listing priorities for facilities. Table 3 outlines those priorities. A summary and interpretation report for the results of each survey was completed for background information to this plan.
TABLE 3
Priorities for Facilities Facilities Related
Weighted
To Activities Listed
Priority
Not Related
In Survey
Index
To Activities
Facilities
Weighted Priority Index
Listed In Survey
Swimming Pool
70.92
Daycare
6.94
Skating Facilities
47.08
Curling Rink
6.68
Park Picnic Site
25.48
Playing Fields
6.52
Tennis Courts
24.90
4.94
Raquetball/Squash Courts
20.22
Meeting Room For Dance, music and socials Schools
4.24
Playground
13.68
Running Track
3.90
Gymnasium
13.62
Library
2.64
Crafts & Fine Arts
10.94
Golf Course
1.00
Fitness Centre
10.38
Rifle Range
0.48
Skateboard Park
3,18
Fitness Running or Ski Trails
2.24
Games Room
0.96
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After receiving the results of the telephone
Priorities For Facility Development
survey and the public meeting survey, the Community Advisory Committee proceeded to
A. 1. Pool
set priorities for facility development
B. Park and Picnic Area
on the Mill Woods Campus Site.
2. Court Facilities 1.Natural ice outdoor skating area 2.Picnic areas 3.Outdoor natural amphitheatre 4. Trails (jogging, fitness, Crosscountry skiing) 5. Skateboard Park 6.Playground 7.Picnic furnishings C. Artificial Ice Arenas D. Gymnasiums E. Social and Community Facilities F. Visual Arts Facilities G. Fine Arts Facilities H. Court Facilities if not provided with the pool I. Tennis Courts J. Fitness Room
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2. Social Service Needs Two studies (Y.W.C.A., 1977; Mayor's Planning Conference, 1978) have indicated a need for daycare facilities in the Mill Woods area. The City's Department of Social Services qualifies this by stating that the need is for subsidized daycare as the two commercial operations in the area are not being used to their potential. Comments from those responding to the telephone survey and the public meeting survey also indicated a need for more extensive daycare services in the Mill Woods area, although not necessarily on the campus site.
A number of other social services are possibilities for the campus site. They range from Meals-On-Wheels to Teen Clubs. Assistance for these enterprises might be obtained through Edmonton Social Services.
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Educational Needs Generally, the Public and Separate School Boards each develop one high school in a district of 40,000 to 60,000 people. On the Mill Woods Campus Site, the Public School Board plans to build a high school and a junior high school and the Separate School Board plans to build a senior high school. The development and size of the schools will depend on several factors including the development of a second campus site in Mill Woods, financing available from the Provincial government, the age of the population and the rate of the community's growth and development. The planned development of schools on the Mill Woods Campus Site assumes that a second campus in the Burnewood area of Mill Woods will be developed for a public senior high school, district park and athletic grounds. There is also a possibility of a third campus site in Mill Woods if an annexation proposal is implemented for development east of 34th Street.
- 31Public School Board: Curriculum The Public School Board requires a high school
Requirements for Playing Fields
to accommodate 1200 students and a junior high school to accommodate 400 to 600 students. The high school will likely be developed for academic instruction as opposed to vocational instruction. This means that there will be very small, if any, shops for automotives and other industrial arts.
2 - 150' fastball fields 6 - 150' X 240' soccer fields 2 - 150' X 240' soccer, fields 2 - 195' X 270' soccer fields 2 - 210' X 330' soccer fields 1 - 400 metre track with field event pits & runways 2 - combination soccer/football fields 1 - combination 4 tennis courts/1 hockey rink surface with practise backboard.
The Separate School Board requires a high school to accommodate 1100 - 1500 students. It too will
Separate School Board: Curriculum Requirements for Playing Fields
likely be for academic instruction only, with a few shops and other arts and crafts facilities. 2 - 200' fastball fields 2 - 211' X 330' soccer fields 1 - 400 metre track with field event pits & runways 1 - combination soccer/football field 1 - paved surface for 4 tennis courts
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The total Curriculum requirements may be modified because two or more schools are located on the same site and other facilities are provided, such as district athletic grounds.
In addition to the space requirements for the school buildings and playing fields, space for parking must be provided according to the City's Zoning Bylaw. This same parking space can also serve the recreation facilities on the site because peak demand for school parking is during the day and peak demand for recreation facility parking is after school hours.
The schools can be designed to allow for full community use including use of the following: - gymnasium (auditorium & stage) - kitchen - music room - arts and crafts rooms - shops - home economics rooms - changing and shower - drama room - lunchroom - classrooms
rooms
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4. Implications Swimming and recreational skating are the activities that Mill Woods residents have indicated as priorities for their leisure time. This being the case, the campus site should be designed to reflect these needs of the community. Tennis courts and court sports such as raquetball and squash were also rated high and should be accommodated if budget allows.
The need for daycare in the Mill Woods area suggests that a multi-purpose room could be included in the design of the campus facilities. By building a multi-purpose room on the campus site, a number of needs could be met, including daycare. The room would have to be constructed to Provincial regulations for daycare centres but could also be designed for meeting space, playschools, and arts and crafts activities.
Educational needs in Mill Woods for secondary education facilities will require a public senior high school, public junior high school and separate senior high school to be built on the Mill Woods Campus Site. Access to the schools by the community will allow the Parks and Recreation Department and M.C.A.R.F.A. to save money on facilities, such as a gymnasium, that might otherwise have to be provided separately within a pool and arena complex.
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E. INTEGRATED FACILITIES
1. Since the inception of the Joint-Use Agreement in 1959, there have been two campus sites developed with schools and recreation facilities on them. Glengarry Pool and Arena with Archibishop O'Leary High School and St. Cecilia Junior High School was developed in north Edmonton in the early 60's. And more recently, Confederation Pool and Arena with Harry Ainlay Composite High School, Louis St. Laurent High School and Cartier McGee Junior High School was developed in south Edmonton. Both of these sites were developed jointly in recognition of the functional interrelationships that facilities accommodate under the JointUse Agreement. Basically, the community uses the school buildings and playing fields in exchange for the students using the recreation facilities, district park and athletic grounds. Although the importance of this interrelationship was recognized in planning these sites to make optimumuse of them, the buildings were constructed as separate entities. The next step in the development of school and recreation facilities on one site, given their strong functional interrelationships, is total, physical integration of the buildings. This means that the school buildings and recreation facilities are physically attached to one another to allow easy access and efficient use of space.
Integrated facilities should reduce the space required for buildings on the Campus Site but more importantly, there will be a greater variety of activities provided to the students and community residents in more accessible building space. There should also be some savings in utilities, construction and operation costs.
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2. Implications In order to build, operate and maintain an integrated facility, there must be good communications and close co-operation amongst all parties involved in all stages of planning and design including the establishment of co-ordinated maintenance and operations management and programming. There might also be an agreement on responsibilities for various operational costs. In order for the concept to work, there must also be a long term commitment to the plan by all parties involved for integrated development of facilities on a site. This counitment is required especially when one part of the development can proceed ahead of the others due to availability of funds or a greater community need for that particular component.
CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT PLAN
-37 III. CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT PLAN
The plan for development of the Mill Woods Campus Site is based primArily on the priorities established by the Community Advisory Committee as listed in the Background section of this report. Information and data collected on the community characteristics, the Mill Woods Telephone Survey, the Public Openi House and other studies on the characteristics and need for various recreational, cultural, social and educational opportunities were utilized in establishing the basis for this plan. This section of the functional plan outlines the building and open space components to be included in an integrated facility complex, the programme requirements for these components, the building site plan and overall site plan for the entire campus. In addition, a brief overview of the project phasing, capital and operating costs, and the management and scheduling of the facilities will be provided.
The development of the campus facilities including the pool and arena is based on the integrated facility concept. The leisure pool concept for the pool is also presented in this plan. These development concepts attract people from pre-schoolers to seniors to use the facilities. In keeping with the Edmonton Parks and Recreation Master Plan objectives, these concepts promote family oriented activities.
A. INTEGRATED FACILITY SPACES Basically, an integrated facility is a combination of complimentary facilities physically attached in a manner that will allow for better use and more efficient operation. In the integrated facility for the Mill Woods Campus Site, there are five major building spaces. These are: 1. Common Area 2. Pool 3. Arena 4. Schools 5. Community Room The total building space required for all facilities planned for the campus site is estimated to be 496,000 square feet (Table 4). The area is based on estimated building space requirements from the School Boards, M.C.A.R.F.A. and the Parks and Recreation Department. This estimate includes approximately 10,000 square feet for the common area.
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TABLE 4 Total Estimated Building Space
Building Space
Schools
Estimated Area
Public Senior High School - Phase I: 2 - 600 Student Modules
121,000
- Phase II: 1 - 600 Student Modules
61,000
Public Junior High School - Phase I: 1 - 600 Student Modules
61,000
Seperate Senior High School - Phase I: 1 - 700 Student Modules
75,000
- Phase II: 400 - 800 Student Modules
75,000
Sub-Total Pool Arena
Leisure Pool with Raquetball/Handball/ Squash Courts
30,000
Double Ice Surface
55,000 8,000
Community Room Sub-Total Common Area
393,000
93,000 10,000
TOTAL ESTIMATED BUILDING SPACE 496,000
B. CAMPUS SITE SPACES The five major building spaces together form the building site for the integrated facility. The building site is one of four major spaces for the campus site. The four spaces are: 1. Building Site 2. Parking 3. District Park 4. Athletic Grounds
C. PROGRAMME REQUIREMENTS For each of the integrated facility and campus site spaces, programme requirements have been developed. The programme requirements for each space include some description of the activities to be accommodated, the atmosphere that should be designed into the space, and the links to other spaces. In most instances, materials, technical considerations, size or area, and compromises are also noted.
-41 I. Common Area ACTIVITIES - facilities that are common to a number of components on the
COMMON AREA
campus site - administration of the complex - gathering area for those participating in a number of activities ATMOSPHERE - pleasant and inviting - bright and spacious - use of plants and art work to create a pleasing atmosphere. A portion of the budget should be set aside for the purchase of these items. LINKS
- direct access should be provided to the schools, the pool, the arena, and the raquetball/squash courts - also necessary is the direct access to the parking lot and transit station
COMPONENTS 1.main entrance to the complex 2.entrance foyer 3.cafeteria 4.lounge 5.public washrooms
Legend:
6.offices
physical link
7.cashier station AMA)
visual link
8.first aid room This is the legend for all graphics 9. change rooms
in the programme requirements.
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1. Main Entrance to Complex
ACTIVITIES - participants are expected to arrive from the public transportation station therefore it must be clearly visible from the northwest corner of the site - other entrances to the schools will be
MAIN ENTRANCE
available - both the recreation complex and the schools will use this main entrance - the disabled must be able to enter the building with ease - open 24 hours ATMOSPHERE - the entrance should be warm and inviting. This could be provided through plants, paintings and other art work. A portion of the budget should be allocated for this purpose - community people must feel comfortable and not threatened by the schools LINKS
- the entrance should be located near the parking stalls - accessible from rapid transit pedestrian overhead - a drop-off area must be located in front of the entrance - access to both senior high schools, the pool and the arena will be from this entrance
-43- entrance will link directly to the common area inside - visual link to an activity such as the pool MATERIALS
- the main entrance way should be glass to allow greater visibility of the activities taking place - design for extremely high use and easy maintenance
TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - the doors must be wide enough to admit wheelchairs - there should be no curbs or change of grade that might hamper wheelchair access. Ramps rather than stairs are advisable for both wheelchairs and the elderly - the entrance must be lighted at night - signs must be highly visible COMPROMISES
- the visual link with an activity area could be compromised
-44 2. Entrance Foyer ACTIVITIES - the foyer will receive all those entering the building. Directions to other areas ofthe complex will be given here. - the foyer will relate closely to other areas that serve the entire complex. These include a lounge, cafeteria, games area, offices, first aid room and cashier. These areas will be discussed in greater detail. - serve as a display area, public information booths, etc. - vending machine area ATMOSPHERE - the foyer should be bright, open and functional - it should be inviting and set the tone for the activities that might take place in the complex LINKS
- there must be clear and visible directions to all areas of the complex - direct linkage should be provided to the cafeteria, public washrooms, games area, lounge, first aid room, cashier, DRC and facility manager's offices, changerooms, pool, arena, raquetball/squash courts, community room, Public Senior High School and Separate Senior High School
FOYER
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- design for extremely high use and easy maintenance
SERVICES
- sound system - public pay phones, one should be low enough for use by those in wheelchairs and children - water fountains low enough for tots and those in wheelchairs
AREA
- to be determined through design
COMPROMISES - visual and physical linkage to the raquetball/squash courts could be provided through the change rooms and the pool
3.
Cafeteria ACTIVITIES
- provision of hot and cold food for
CAFETERIA
those using the recreational facilities - counter service will be available for both students and community people - the hours of operation must be correspond closely with the hours of the activity areas ATMOSPHERE
- the cafeteria must be open, bright and cheerful - a section should be reserved for community members, partitions could be used for this purpose
PARKIN ,/Tiv,j,4.51T
-46- the cafeteria should link directly to the foyer. Seating space could be accommodated in the foyer - the public washrooms should be in close proximity to the cafeteria - the lounge area and the spectator areas for the pool and arena should be close by MATERIALS
- possibly carpet but generally low maintenance materials
TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - appropriate equipment, outlets, plumbing, etc., must be installed - furniture must be durable, easy to clean and fairly stationary. The tables should be of a pedestal style to enable those in wheelchairs to pull up to the table - easy access for deliveries and garbage removal SERVICES
- sound system - hot and cold water - special power requirements for food equipment - lighting
AREA
- large enough to accommodate school and recreation needs
COMPROMISES - the cafeteria needs of the school could be met within the walls of the schools rather than the common area. This would reduce the size of the cafeteria in the common area
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4.
Lounge (Waiting Room) ACTIVITIES
- the lounge will be used for a variety of activities such as socializing, relaxing, waiting for others, watching pool and ice arena activities LOUNGE
ATMOSPHERE
- an inviting and informal area - possible variation in the atmosphere through varied lighting, plants, art works, carpeting and furniture
LINKS
- there should be direct access to the foyer and cafeteria - close to entrance for those waiting for rides
MATERIALS
- suitable to the atmosphere
TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - acoustics to reduce noise from the pool and the foyer - visual access to the out-of-doors and the passenger loading zone - glassed area for viewing the pool and arena from the lounge SERVICES
- sound system
AREA
- (approx. 600 sq. feet)
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COMPROMISES
- the visual link to the pool or the arena could be removed or reduced in size
5.
PUBLIC WASHROOMS
Public Washrooms ACTIVITIES
- these facilities will be used by anyone taking advantage of the common foyer area
ATMOSPHERE
- the public washrooms should be bright, utilitarian, accessible to the disabled and easy to maintain
LINKS
- the public washrooms must clearly be visible from the foyer - links to the cafeteria and lounge area should be accommodated - the washrooms should be visible from the cashier's station
MATERIALS
- easy to maintain materials not susceptible to vandalism
TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - 1 cubicle in each washroom to be accessible to a person in a wheelchair - economical soap and towel dispensers SERVICES
- hot and cold water
AREA
- to be determined by Code requirements - 3 cubicles minimum in each washroom
1ARKN/TRA•451T
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6.
Office Area ACTIVITIES
there will be offices for three District Recreation Co-Ordinators and one for a Facility Manager. These offices will be used for the administrative activities associated with the management of the facility and the provision of recreation services to the greater community of Mill Woods the public will require access to these offices
ATMOSPHERE LINKS
functional and cheerful - there should be direct access to the foyer. A visual link to both the out-ofdoors and the foyer would be desirable - it should be close to the main entrance of the complex
TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - the door must be equipped with a lock SERVICES
- telephone
AREA
-
COMPROMISES
- these offices could be combined into one
500 square feet
if dividers are provided
OFFICE AREA 1'f1X414 / TRANSrr
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Cashier Station ACTIVITIES
- the cashier will take fees and control access to the pool, change rooms, raquetball/squash courts and ice arena - the cashier must be immediately visible from
CASHIER
the entrance - equipment such as racquets may be rented from this station - the cashier will provide information for the public - the cashier will have control over the public
ATMOSPHERE
address system - consistent with that of the foyer
LINKS
- there must be a link to the foyer, the changerooms, and the ice arena - there should be visual links to*the public washrooms, lounge and raquetball/squash courts
TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - there must be a high degree of visibility and a high degree of security - special lighting might be considered to increase visibility - telephone to have one silent number and one rotating number. A hearing assist should be provided with this phone - access to the pool changerooms and the arena must be separate and a form of control incorporated - the office should be built to accommodate two cashiers at one time - a built-in wall or
floor safe
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SERVICES
- sound system - telephone with intercom hook-up
FIRST AID ROOM
to all offices AREA
- (approx. 125 sq. feet)
COMPROMISES
- visibility of the raquetball/squash courts could be compromised
8.
First Aid Room ACTIVITIES
- the First Aid Room will be used to service those who need immediate medical care and attention - a rest area must be provided - the First Aid room will service the recreation area and the Public Senior High School
ATMOSPHERE
- neat, bright and functional
LINKS
- access to the outdoors at a point suitable for ambulance arrival - if possible, the exit should be made through the main foyer - immediate access from the pool deck - there must be easy access from the pool, ice arenas, raquetball/squash courts and schools - access from the outdoors
MATERIALS
- tile to floors - paint to walls
TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - door must allow easy passage of a stretcher (a minimum width of 3'0")
PTRAI,ISIT
-52 - room to accommodate standard cot, stretcher, and cupboards depending on the requirements of the schools - a toilet and sink will be installed - this room will not be used for any other purpose SERVICES
- hot and cold water - telephone
AREA COMPROMISES
- the schools could have separate first aid rooms
9. Change Rooms (male and female) ACTIVITIES
- users of the pool, saunas, fitness room,
CHANGE ROOMS
raquetball/squash courts, gymnasiums, arenas, jogging track, tennis courts and outdoor playing fields will require access to change rooms - separate change rooms to be used for outdoor tennis courts ATMOSPHERE
- must be functional but cheerful
LINKS
- the change rooms must link to the cashier area - the change rooms must have access to the saunas, whirlpool and pool and be in close proximity to the fitness room, jogging track, raquetball/squash courts, gymnasiums and main entrance
MATERIALS
- non-slip tile on floors
-53- all tile surfaces must be sealed - walls must be hard wearing and easy to clean TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - corners of change rooms to be rounded for easy cleaning - one cubicle in each change room to be accessible to the handicapped - floor drainage must be good and drainage for the showers must be within the shower area - the locker system must allow for the storage of bulky winter clothing and boots. Different sizes of lockers should be provided. Coin lockers as well as ordinary lockers should be provided - benches that cannot be moved should be located along evey aisle. They must be attractive and functional - there must be ample grooming areas for both sexes - wall mounted fixed hair dryers should be installed. They should be of varied heights to allow easy use by children and adults alike - electrical outlets for personal hair dryers should be provided - good ventilation
-54- doors for pool entrance to be lockable from the pool deck - showers to be located near the entrance to the pool - partitions should be incorporated to separate public and school change rooms. These should be equipped with locks POWER
- emergency lighting - sound system - hot and cold water hose outlets
AREA COMPROMISES - separate change rooms for the schools could be provided - the change rooms could be locked on a level immediately below the foyer. Ramps must be provided in place of stairs - School Boards want to lock locker rooms for their students
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II.
Pool 1. Leisure Pool ACTIVITIES
POOL - the pool will be used by all ages and abilities. The elderly, the disabled and toddlers must be accommodated - activities will likely include some lane swimming for fitness and instruction, instruction is swimming and life saving techniques, paddling, wading, sliding games and some diving the pool deck will be wider than that in many pools and will allow for lounging area, games area, wheelchairs and other activities not normally encountered around a public pool - the pool should be designed to accommodate more than one activity at a time i.e. lane swimming, and children's recreational swimming. - suntan areas, saunas and a whirlpool will also be attractive pastimes. The whirlpool is a definite attraction for senior citizens and the disabled and should be part of the complex if at all possible
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- the atmosphere must be bright, colorful and create an environment conductive to pleasure and relaxation. It must be an inviting atmosphere for people of all ages and swimming abilities - plants and daylight, if it is carefully designed so as to cause reflection or heat build-up, will add to the appeal of the pool - an irregular pool shape, variation in the depth of the tank and additional features such as slides, waterfalls, bridges, spray secks and waves will increase its attract ivness. - spectator seating that is pleasant and both near and on the deck area would be an advantage
LINKS
- the pool must link directly with the change rooms - the pool must also have an outdoor sundeck area. This should be located near a shower room to encourage showering after sunbathing and before entering the pool - there should be direct access to the whirlpool - visual link from the lounge and foyer to the pool should be provided. The pool could be below the level of the foyer to provide this vantage point - the pool area must directly link to the pool administration office. This linkage must be both physical and visual
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- to be outlined in a more detailed analysis
TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - to be outlined in a more detailed analysis COMPROMISES - the outdoor deck area could be omitted until a later date. Access possibilities should
be
provided during
the initial development - spectator area could be reduced in size - the lounge area overlooking the pool could be deleted - the deck size could be reduced - the size of the pool itself could be reduced
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2. Raquetball/Squash Courts ACTIVITIES
- 5 raquetball courts that can also be used for handball. - 1 squash court for singles play
ATMOSPHERE
- bright - encourage spectator participation by providing a viewing area
LINKS
- the courts must be in close proximity to the cashier and the dressing rooms - the first aid room must be nearby and passage to it clearly marked - floors must be hardwood
TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - illumination should be uniform, without glare and provide a minimum intensity of 30 foot candles at the floor SERVICES
- power
AREA
- 1 squash court 5 raquetballs
600 =
4000 4600
COMPROMISES
- the 1 squash court could be ommitted for the present as the demand for squash is less than for raquetball. Provision for adding these at a later date must be part of the design - court sports in general may be delayed until a future date. However, provisions must be made for adding these to the facility complex
RACQUETBALL/SQUASH
ARENA TA1KINt/11;.Nt•SSIT
III. Arena ACTIVITIES - an administration office is a necessary component. - the arenas will accommodate all ice skating activities such as hockey, figure skating and recreational skating - the summer use of ice suuuuer use of the facilities might in clude lacrosse, and skateboarding. spectators will make good use of the facility. many participants will use changerooms provided. LINKS
there must be direct linkage to the cashier and the foyer. - the arenas should be in close proximity to the first aid room and directions to that room must be clearly visible. - there must be a link to the outdoors and parking area for easy access when carrying equipment. A cashier's wicket might also be provided here. - there must be access to the main changerooms for those who are using the
jogging track. - the arena should also be in close proximity to the cafeteria and lounge area. - the community had requested roadway frontage for this facility. - there must be direct access from the ice surfaces to the change rooms. These changerooms will be designed solely for those using the arena. MATERIALS
- sturdy bleachers that are easy to maintain.
TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - there will be 2 ice surfaces. - a minimum of 8 dressing rooms are needed to service two ice rinks. - each dressing room must be large enough to accomodate junior levels of hockey and be equipped with showers and washrooms. - referees room must also be provided. - each ice surface must have two players boxes, a penalty box and a timekeepers box. - the ice plant will service both ice surfaces as will the "Zamboni".
- Access to both surfaces for the "Zamboni" must be provided. A well for snow collection or an outside dumping area must also be provided. - a jogging track could be built around the perimeter of the two ice surfaces. This jogging track must be 6 - 8 feet wide. - a form of plexiglass must be installed around the rinks to protect both the spectators and the joggers. - one section of the boards should be sleeved rather than permanently installed so that easy removal can take place. This should be done at the service entrance to the facility to allow for the delivery and setup of skateboard apparatus. This is the only modification of the arena that is needed for temporary skateboard facility. AREA COMPROMISES
- approximately 55,000 sq. ft.
-62IV. Schools ACTIVITIES - education of children usually 12 to 18 years of age in three seperately administered schools. The three schools are: - Public Senior High School - Public Junior High School - Seperate Senior High School - provide education building space for up to 3900 students. - use of the school facilities by the community especially gymnasiums, arts and crafts rooms. ATOMOSPBERE - to enhance both educational and community use of the school buildings. - bright, spacious and inviting. LINKS
- connection to pool, arena and common area. - facilities available for community use located immediately adjacent to recreation facilities and common area. - connection to change rooms in pool. - provision for community access to: - gymnasiums - kitchens - music rooms - arts and crafts rooms - shops - home economics rooms - changing and shower rooms - drama rooms
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TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - the Provincial Government standards for schools must be followed to meet basic curriculum requirements. - modifications to school design to allow controlled community use of schools. SERVICES
- to be determined.
AREA
- 393,000 square feet.
COMPROMISES
- to be determined.
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COMMUNITY ROOM pAR.g.1
VV.
Community Room ACTIVITIES
- possible community activities might include, meetings, dances, bingos, mothers-day-out programmes, teen clubs, and playschools, arts and crafts. - the community may wish to operate a day-care centre from this room.
ATOMOSPHERE - bright, spacious and inviting. - there must be a distinction between the community facility and the rest of the complex. LINKS
- a close relationship to the cafeteria is desirable. Access to the kitchen should be made available for cowmunity functions. - the public washrooms should be near the community room. - the major link will be to the main foyer.
- access to the outdoors both physically and visually. This would allow for outdoor barbecues and other activities to take place from the community room. - if the room is designed for daycare purposes there must be an outdoor play area accessible directly from this room.
TRAmsri
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TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - the Provincial and City standard for daycare must be followed. - the Provincial Governments standards for Playschools must be followed. - a portion of the room must be left uncarpeted for dancing- The rest will be carpeted in a pleasant but durable fashion. - the room must be large enough to accommodate 250-300 in a meeting or social situation. - adequate storage for chairs, tables, arts and crafts supplies etc. must be provided. - display, blackboard, projector screen, bulletinboards, double sinks. - counter space should be provided. - dividers should be abundant therefore creating smaller rooms within the larger. SERVICES - hot and cold water - lighting as required in classrooms for fine arts/ crafts work. - above counter for small craft tools as well as near floor. AREA
- 8,000 sq. ft.
COMPROMISES - the daycare option could be disregarded and replaced with a playschool operation. This would reduce the necessary standards.
- the windows or lounge overlooking the arena could be seleted. - the outdoor access could be eliminated for present but provision made for it future development.
-67VI. Parking Parking requirements to be determined according to City Zoning Bylaw. At present the estimated parking requirement is 600 stalls.
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VII. District Athletic Grounds ACTIVITIES
- outdoor sporting activities such as football, baseball, soccer, field hockey, track and field, tennis and cricket will take place here. - spectators will also be involved. - changing facilities for the participants must be provided. - both the schools and the community will use these facilities.
ATMOSPHERE
- open and spacious - well cared-for and functional facilities
LINKS
- adequate changing facilities must be in the near proximity. •parking must be nearby for those carrying heavy equipment. - access to the common area from the playing fields.
MATERIALS TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - a track with throwing (discus and shot put) and jumping (long jump, triple jump and high jump) facilities should be provided. - the construction of 8 tennis courts. Participants in these activities must also be serviced with change and shower facilities.
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- the area surrounding the tennis courts should be sufficient to allow an air-support structure to be built over them in the future. - practice areas for tennis should also be incorporated. - one field hockey pitch should be built to partially fulfil the needs expressed in the Master Plan. These will be practice fields and will not require crowd control or lighting. AREA
- approximately 40 acres according to Master Plan
COMPROMISES - the number of fields required by the schools may be reduced because of the integrated concept. - the number of fastball fields can be reduced because of the present night time facilities at South Industrial Park.
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VIII. District Park ACTIVITIES - the district park will be an area where all types and ages of people are encouraged to enjoy their surroundings. - the activities here will supplement those can be done at the neighbourhood park level. - a major playground development would be appropriate. •picnic areas will encourage family outings and provide passive recreation space. - a natural outdoor amphitheatre could be incorporated with the landscaping that is to be done. - an active games area should be developed. This might include bicycling, volleyball, tetherball and skateboarding. - the public will arrive from the transit stations and by private vehicles. Those using the major complex will also take advantage of the park site. ATMOSPHERE
- the park should create a feeling of spaciousness. It must be pleasant and inviting with a variety to take part in.
LINKS
- some park space should be directly accessible from the common area of the facilities.
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- there should be a link to the community room. - a public transit station should be close-by. - parking areas must be accessible. MATERIALS - all materials used must be of a weather-proof nature. - natural materials should be used where possible. TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS - the park space must be accessible by the handicapped. - tables and barbecues must be accessible by those in wheelchairs. The barbecues should be low and well marked for wheelchair use. Some tables should be free of benches so that a wheelchair can be pulled right up to the table. - water must be available on the site. - washrooms must be provided. - a concession would be a desirable feature in the summer. - some flat areas should be incorporated for low key games such as frisbee and croquet. - garbage cans must be plentiful, non-tippable. - landscaping is of prime importance. Flowerbeds that are raised above ground level benefit the blind. SERVICES
- water for drinking,fountain, lighting for walkways.
AREA
- approximately 20 acres according to the guidelines in the Master Plan.
COMPROMISES - the active games area could be reduced by the development of the playing fields. - a major playground could be reduced in size. - the grading, levelling, seeding and planting in the park is of prime importance. The provision of equipment and furnishings is secondary.
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-74E. PHASING Phase 1 - Arena and Community Room constructed by M.C.A.R.F.A. - District Park and Athletic Grounds are graded and utilities installed by Parks and Recreation Department - portion of main parking area by Parks and Recreation Department Phase 2 - Leisure Pool and landscaping of park and athletic grounds by Parks and Recreation Department - common area by all parties sharing design and development costs - Phase I modules for Public and Separate Senior High Schools by School Boards - remaining portion of parking by Parks and Recreation Department and School Boards Phase 3 - Phase II modules for Public and Separate Senior High Schools by School Boards - Phase I module for Junior High School by Public School Board - completion of park and athletic ground fixtures by Parks and Recreation Department
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F. CAPITAL COST
Cost responsibilities to be determined and negotiated
G. DEVELOPMENT, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES - total facility manager - agreement to be reached on shared development costs, land ownership, operation and maintenance costs