Public Input Sought on Restoring Queen Elizabeth Park Views

May 26, 2008 (No. 23) - The Park Board is holding an Open House to seek input from the public regarding the Tree Management Plan to restore significant views from the Queen Elizabeth Park.

Thursday May 29, 2008
5:00 - 9:00 pm (presentation at 7:00)
Celebration Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Park
Enter park via 33rd and Ontario Street
Free parking for the evening

Queen Elizabeth Park is the highest point in the city at 153 metres (501 feet) above sea level. It has long been a favourite location for viewing the City and the surrounding area, for residents and tourists alike. In recent years, the trees have largely obstructed the views to the downtown core. The Tree Management Plan balances the management of the trees with regaining the diminishing views.

The Plan proposes to restore three view corridors through the removal of approximately 70 trees.

• None of the trees to be removed are rare or endangered in the wild
• A biologist will be retained to identify nesting trees, and removal of such trees would be delayed to minimize impact to nesting animals
• Trees removed will be replaced on a two-for-one basis
• Replacement tree species will be chosen for their beauty, adaptability to the Vancouver climate, and wildlife value

More details on the plan are available from the Fact Sheet on the website. The public can also leave comments at pbcomment@vancouver.ca or on the Project Feedback Line at 604-257-6911.

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The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation maintains 220 parks and 40 major facilities throughout the City of Vancouver. The Park Board's mission is to provide, preserve and advocate for parks and recreation services to benefit people, communities and the environment.