Project Summary: Parks signage and wayfinding
Financial project summary for the implementation of the Parks Master Plan signage item across various park years.
Project Summary
Project Name: Parks signage and wayfinding Project No: C-124 Financial Plan: 2022 – 2026 Priority: Strategic Project Code: 2-2-11302-310 CC1175 / 1-2-07250-580
Submitted by: Lindsay Chase, Director of Development Services
Executive Summary
An implementation item from the Parks Master Plan is to develop a consistent array of signage for parks.
Business problem and opportunity
The Town does not have consistent signage for parks. Some parks have wooden signs with park names carved into them, others use metal signs, and there is not a consistent signage that we use for wayfinding within parks or communicating information like dog off leash areas, parks interpretation or heritage.
Proposed project objectives
Develop and implement consistent signage for the Town’s Park System. Consistent signage/branding within parks will contribute to the overall sense of place for the Town and provide a consistent visual identity for our parks. Staff presented a draft signage and wayfinding plan to Committee in 2021. This request turns attention to implementing the sign typologies illustrated in the plan and will focus on one park per year. The first park to receive new signs is View Royal Park, followed by Helmcken Centennial, Portage, Chilco, and Chancellor.
Business risks
Primary risk is a lack of consistent visual identity for View Royal’s park spaces, and as a result a less than cohesive parks system. As we move to renew and replace signage, consistency with standards will likely reduce costs.
Proposed sources of funding
- Capital: Casino revenue
- Operational: Taxation
Costs and benefits
| Costs | FY1 | FY2 | FY3 | FY4 | FY5 | 5-year Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital | 35,000 | 35,000 | 35,000 | 35,000 | 35,000 | 175,000 |
| Operational | 250 | 500 | 750 | 750 | 1,000 | 3,250 |
| Total | 35,250 | 35,500 | 35,750 | 35,750 | 36,000 | 178,250 |
Benefits
- Tangible: Increase visual identity
- Intangible: Stronger sense of place and identity
Recommendation
THAT the Committee recommend the 2022-2026 Financial Plan include parks signage and wayfinding; implementation to be funded by Casino revenue with ongoing costs funded by taxation.
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