Project Information

"Trillium" Park Site

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• Community Participation
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Project Description

The 3.05 hectare (7.5 acre) "Trillium" park site is bounded by Malkin Avenue on the north, Thornton Street on the east and National Avenue on the south, and is situated in the False Creek Flats. The Trillium Park site was secured through subdivision and purchase in 1993.

Staff have prepared plans for two synthetic turf fields that will be built on the southern 2/3 of the site, away from residents to the north. A future passive park will be built on the northern 1/3 of the site. The concept for the synthetic turf fields was presented to the public at an Open House held on January 28, 2009. At the regular meeting of the Board on March 2, 2009, the Board approved the concept drawing as a basis for a submission for a Development Permit to allow for the construction of two synthetic turf fields with associated lighting.

The northern portion of the site is presently used by the Vancouver Police Department Dog Squad on a temporary basis. Once these facilities are removed, the planning and design of a more passive park can commence. At this time the Dog Squad facilities are expected to be removed in 2010. A future phase of park development would also have to accommodate a small field house with washrooms.

With regard to the field development, staff have been working with consultants in developing the drawings for the fields, which would include state-of-the-art lighting, with technology to reduce glare and spill light. These lights would be similar to what were successfully installed at Point Grey and Vancouver Technical Schools, where the lighting has not been an issue. At Point Grey, field lighting also lights up the track around the field, allowing for safe and pleasant evening strolls by the community. The field lighting should likewise result in a positive experience for community members in using the perimeter path at the Trillium Park site.

The entire site has landscaped with trees and shrubs to provide a green edge and separation from the street.

Community Participation

January 2009 - Public Open House

Reports & Links

March 2009 Board Report, Appendix A - Site Plan, Appendix B - Aerial

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