A Central Park for Downtown - 1.2HA - Page 8

s211 · #**141** Posted **Jul 3, 2019, 7:41 PM**

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Originally Posted by ExcaliburKid

Oh, but it did

Boaty

Getting very off-topic, but technically they refused to give that name to the boat. Instead they decided to give the name to the submersible.

"But despite the poll doing the impossible and uniting the country's electorate, the Natural Environment Research Council rejected the result and dubbed the ship RRS Sir David Attenborough after the renowned TV naturalist, in an effort to spare its blushes. The Boaty McBoatface name was instead given to a yellow submarine aboard the ship."

So.... to my point, the cheeky survey results were rejected, and instead redirected.

EdmTrekker · #**142** Posted **Jul 3, 2019, 8:01 PM**

Which is what I would like to see. Central Park, if it has any tributes should be to historical figures of Edmonton including aboriginals that built this city or settled here. I have no issues with acknowledging actors, playwrights, musicians but in a more appropriate place. Like naming a theatre or performance space on Whyte Ave that links the persons achievements in the arts to a continuum of what they are known for. But a Central Park should not pander to fads.

ExcaliburKid · #**143** Posted **Jul 3, 2019, 8:06 PM**

^^Fair point, perhaps the same will happen in the case of this Civilian Pavilion petition

Coldrsx · #**144** Posted **Oct 8, 2019, 2:32 AM**

ULI Alberta - Edmonton Presents - Innovative, Imaginative, Inclusive Parks: A Panel of Diverse Perspectives on the Urban Warehouse Park

WHEN
Thursday, October 24, 2019
5:30pm - 8:30pm MDTAdd to calendar
WHERE
Allard Hall Roundhouse Event SpaceWill open in a new window
11110 104 Avenue
Edmonton, AB
CANADA

General Agenda:
5:30pm - 6:30pm- Networking with Drinks/Appies
6:30pm - 8:00PM - Panel discussion
8:00pm - 8:30pm - Networking

Info/tickets:
https://alberta.uli.org/events/detai...monton%20Parks

Coldrsx · #**145** Posted **Oct 22, 2019, 9:00 PM**

^Reminder!

Coldrsx · #**146** Posted **Apr 24, 2020, 3:59 PM**

I'd recommend writing a short letter to your Councillor, the city.clerk@edmonton.ca or scott.mckeen@edmonton.ca in the next couple of weeks, to share your support for this park, its potential impact on livability, urban isolation, general health and mental health.

Thanks in advance.

Ian

Coldrsx · #**147** Posted **Dec 18, 2020, 3:43 PM**

*Crickets*

Hallsy's Toupee · #**148** Posted **Dec 18, 2020, 7:12 PM**

I have no idea what's going on. I'm guessing the park has been delayed due to COVID but should be ramping up again in the new year.

Coldrsx · #**149** Posted **Jan 20, 2021, 2:11 AM**

I am going to begin to formally inquire about this again, for it seems to be languishing.

Harrison · #**150** Posted **Jan 20, 2021, 8:52 PM**

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Originally Posted by Coldrsx

I am going to begin to formally inquire about this again, for it seems to be languishing.

Design competition will be initiated this year I believe with anticipated construction in 2024-25.

Coldrsx · #**151** Posted **Jan 20, 2021, 9:01 PM**

That's 2-3 years later than discussed... disappointing.

GreenSPACE · #**152** Posted **Jan 20, 2021, 9:04 PM**

I had also heard design competition to start soon-ish, this year for sure. I have not been provided an update on construction schedule.

Harrison · #**153** Posted **Jan 20, 2021, 10:41 PM**

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Originally Posted by Coldrsx

That's 2-3 years later than discussed... disappointing.

Three years from start of design comp to construction isn't terrible, but I too would want it all done earlier (I hear the delays are due to negotiations to purchase more lots).

Coldrsx · #**154** Posted **Jan 20, 2021, 10:42 PM**

Doing it right the first time is important and it is a legacy level project for the area, but here's hoping that time is of the essence.

CaptainBL · #**155** Posted **Jan 20, 2021, 11:42 PM**

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Originally Posted by Coldrsx

Doing it right the first time is important and it is a legacy level project for the area, but here's hoping that time is of the essence.

Disappointed it continues to drag out and you are right, it needs to be done not just right, but exceptional given it is a legacy project. We do not need a Blatchford competition style where it is a complete 180 from the competition or Library style in which the end product does not equal the promise. I truly hope this isnt Edmontonized like we have seen before but is an exceptionally enjoyable project for many years to come and many people.

s211 · #**156** Posted **Jan 21, 2021, 12:09 AM**

So far, I think Vancouver holds the record amount of time for construction of a park. Land was set aside in the early 90s for a site at Smithe and Richards, and snail-pace construction just commenced in the last year or so. And construction still continues. By the time it's done, it'll be 20 years from when the site was designated.

Pray, and I mean PRAY, that Edmonton doesn't take that as a challenge and make your park a multi-generational exercise.

GenWhy? · #**157** Posted **Jan 21, 2021, 12:52 AM**

It's been a while, but was the funding in place?

Coldrsx · #**158** Posted **Jan 21, 2021, 1:36 AM**

Yes.

GenWhy? · #**159** Posted **Jan 21, 2021, 4:58 PM**

Awesome, and thanks! Seems like ages ago (probably was). That's usually what takes the longest time, as per the above mentioned Vancouver park.

I'm really concerned about the design of this park and hope a holistic design, maintenance and winter in mind. Greisbach Park and Alex Decoteau have shown promise.

Coldrsx · #**160** Posted **Jan 21, 2021, 7:14 PM**

Hearing 2024...