Community Engagement Phase 2: Concept Plans
Thank you to everyone who participated in phase 1 engagement to help us identify what residents would like to see in this new neighbourhood park. The community is now invited to provide feedback on park concept plans and playground options by taking the survey by June 18 and/or attending the open house on June 11 from 4-7pm at the new park site, 13650 232A St.
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Provide your feedback on park concept plans and help us choose a playground.
Concept Plans
Two concept plan options have been developed for this new neighbourhood park based on what we learned from Community Engagement 1 in early 2025. Three playground options have also been developed for the new park.
Picnic Shelter Concept
- Features a picnic shelter with 3 picnic tables
- Have a picnic area was in the top 5 desired amenities across all survey responses
Sports Court Concept
- Features a half sports court for basketball and ball hockey
- A half-size sports court was in the top 5 desired amenities from residents within a 5-minute walk of the new park
Both park concept plans include
- Playground for ages 2-12
- Walking paths
- Nature and sand play area
- Open lawn area
- Retained forested area with gravel nature trail
- Picnic tables and benches
- Bike racks at entrances
- Drinking fountain
- Shade trees
Playground Options
How to Share Your Feedback
Share your feedback on the concept plans and playground options by taking our survey at the bottom of this page by June 18 or attending the open house at the new park site on June 11 from 4-7pm.
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Community Engagement
The community is invited to share their feedback on the concept plans and playground options by taking a survey and/or attending the open house at the new park site on June 11 from 4-7pm.
The first phase of community engagement was conducted from Jan 23 - Feb 13, 2025 and focused on selecting which amenities to include in this neighbourhood park.
An online survey (also available in print) was offered and an open house was held on Feb 4 from 4-7 pm at the Eagles Hall. Open house attendees also engaged in an interactive plan-a-park activity.
Thank you to everyone who participated!
We received over 300 survey responses and welcomed approximately 15 attendees to our open house.
Engagement Results (Non-Graphic Format)
Total survey responses: 310
51% of survey respondents live within a 5-minute walk of the new park and 24% of respondents live within a 15-minute walk.
The five most popular activities desired to do in the new park were:
- Play (or take kids to the park to play) (58%)
- Walk on pathways (43%)
- Eat / picnic (36%)
- Take my dog(s) for a walk (34%)
- Rest and relax (33%)
The five most requested amenities for the new park were:
- Playground (50%)
- Walking paths (34%)
- Nature play area (28%)
- Picnic Area (22%)
- Tobogganing Hill (21%)
- Open Lawn Area (19%)
Popular themes:
- Consider all ages and abilities
- Include trees and natural areas in design
- Provide shade
Background
We are building a new neighbourhood park in Silver Valley to meet the needs of this growing community! The new park will include amenities selected by the community through a public engagement process.
This new neighbourhood park is located between 232A Street and Blaney Road at 13650 232A St. The location was determined through the Silver Valley Area Plan which forms part of the City’s Official Community Plan. The design and development of this park is included in the City’s 2025 Capital Plan.
This future park area is approximately one acre in size, partially cleared and with an existing stand of spruce trees in the north-east corner. The site slopes downhill from Blaney Rd towards 232A Street. The future park is located beside a conservation area to the north and Silver Valley trail system access to the east. The site is located to the west of the North Alouette River with access to the Silver Valley trail network across Blaney Road.
Site Map
Neighbourhood parks are intended to serve the area within a five-minute walk to the park or approximately 500m radius. Nearby parks are Blaney Hamlet Park and Birch Park.
Context Map
Level of Engagement
Phase 1: Involve
The engagement for phase 1 of this project is at the "involve" level of the International Association for Public Participation's (IAP2) Spectrum of Public Participation. This means that we will work with you (the public) to ensure that your concerns and aspirations are directly reflected in the project. We will also provide feedback on how public input influenced the decision.
Learn more about how we use the Spectrum as a foundation for community engagement here!
Phase 2: Consult
The engagement for phase 2 of this project is at the "consult" level of the International Association for Public Participation's (IAP2) Spectrum of Public Participation. This means that we will obtain public feedback on analysis, alternatives, or decision. We will also keep you informed, listen to your concerns, acknowledge them, and share how public input influenced decisions.
Learn more about how we use the Spectrum as a foundation for community engagement here!
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