allabootmatt
Senior Member
I guess it isn't a good sign that even developer fantasy-renderings are no longer showing the East Bayfront LRT.
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Toronto East Bayfront: Aitken Place Park | ?m | ?s | Waterfront Toronto
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Are you talking about the renderings on the previous page? Because if you are…
1) They're not from a private developer.
2) Fantasy isn't the right word - concept would be.
3) The park doesn't reach Queens Quay on the north end, so no wonder there's no East Bayfront LRT pictured.
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1) They're not from a private developer.
2) Fantasy isn't the right word - concept would be.
3) The park doesn't reach Queens Quay on the north end, so no wonder there's no East Bayfront LRT pictured.
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rdaner
Senior Member
Just a heads up that this is coming in front of the Design and Review Panel on Wednesday at 10:00.
Aitken Place Park
Schematic Design
Thomas Balsley, Thomas Balsley Associates
Scott Torrance, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc
Aitken Place Park
Schematic Design
Thomas Balsley, Thomas Balsley Associates
Scott Torrance, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc
drum118
Superstar
I and few member are concern about the run off from the corten for the shelter as well a few other areas.
The play area is aim at children under 5 since Sherbourne Park is next door for the older kids.
Various types of chairs and benches will be use. Looking at having swivel chairs over looking the dog run and a few other spots.
5% slope for the hill and walkway that will have running water down it.
Late July is now when the public will get a chance to comment on this park, with construction slated for next year.
The park name will go on the wall at the south end along with the history for the park name as well feature of what Toronto look like in the 1700 & 1800's compare to what there now.
Vehicle access was raised at the last meeting and only on the east side, depending on what built there.
The road and sidewalk are at the same level as the park on the north side.
The play area is aim at children under 5 since Sherbourne Park is next door for the older kids.
Various types of chairs and benches will be use. Looking at having swivel chairs over looking the dog run and a few other spots.
5% slope for the hill and walkway that will have running water down it.
Late July is now when the public will get a chance to comment on this park, with construction slated for next year.
The park name will go on the wall at the south end along with the history for the park name as well feature of what Toronto look like in the 1700 & 1800's compare to what there now.
Vehicle access was raised at the last meeting and only on the east side, depending on what built there.
The road and sidewalk are at the same level as the park on the north side.
AlvinofDiaspar
Moderator
Comments on Aitken Place Park available from the April WT DRP Meeting:
http://www.waterfrontoronto.ca/uploads/documents/wdrp_minutes_april_2015_1.pdf (p. 4-6).
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http://www.waterfrontoronto.ca/uploads/documents/wdrp_minutes_april_2015_1.pdf (p. 4-6).
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drum118
Superstar
Public Meeting Details
Date: Thursday, July 9, 2015
Time: Drop-in and View Displays 6:00 to 6:30p.m. Presentation and Question and Answer Session 6:30 to 8:00p.m.
Location: 20 Bay Street, Suite 1310. For access to the building please use the main entrance on the west side of Bay Street, in between Queens Quay and Harbour Street.
Transit: From Union Station take the 509 Harbourfront or the 510 Spadina streetcar to the Queens Quay/Ferry Docks stop. Alternately, take the 6 Bay bus southbound from the corner of Front and Bay to the Bay and Queens Quay stop. For access to the building please use the main entrance on the west side of Bay Street, in between Queens Quay and Harbour Street.
Parking: Paid parking is available nearby both on Bay Street and on Queens Quay. There are paid parking lots 1 block north at Lake Shore and Bay, 1 block north on Bay Street on the northwest side of Harbour Street and York, and 1 block east opposite Toronto Star building.
Accessibility: The 509 Harbourfront and 510 Spadina streetcar stop to Queens Quay/Ferry Docks is located underground and has 46 stairs to street level. We regret that the elevator in the station is currently out of service. The nearest barrier-free transit stop for the 509 Harbourfront and 510 Spadina streetcars is York/Queens Quay. The 6 Bay bus provides accessible service and stops at Bay and Harbour Street. We recommend using the main entrance on the west side of Bay Street, in between Queens Quay and Harbour Street to enter the building.
We look forward to seeing everyone there.
Date: Thursday, July 9, 2015
Time: Drop-in and View Displays 6:00 to 6:30p.m. Presentation and Question and Answer Session 6:30 to 8:00p.m.
Location: 20 Bay Street, Suite 1310. For access to the building please use the main entrance on the west side of Bay Street, in between Queens Quay and Harbour Street.
Transit: From Union Station take the 509 Harbourfront or the 510 Spadina streetcar to the Queens Quay/Ferry Docks stop. Alternately, take the 6 Bay bus southbound from the corner of Front and Bay to the Bay and Queens Quay stop. For access to the building please use the main entrance on the west side of Bay Street, in between Queens Quay and Harbour Street.
Parking: Paid parking is available nearby both on Bay Street and on Queens Quay. There are paid parking lots 1 block north at Lake Shore and Bay, 1 block north on Bay Street on the northwest side of Harbour Street and York, and 1 block east opposite Toronto Star building.
Accessibility: The 509 Harbourfront and 510 Spadina streetcar stop to Queens Quay/Ferry Docks is located underground and has 46 stairs to street level. We regret that the elevator in the station is currently out of service. The nearest barrier-free transit stop for the 509 Harbourfront and 510 Spadina streetcars is York/Queens Quay. The 6 Bay bus provides accessible service and stops at Bay and Harbour Street. We recommend using the main entrance on the west side of Bay Street, in between Queens Quay and Harbour Street to enter the building.
We look forward to seeing everyone there.
AlvinofDiaspar
Moderator
UT update:
http://urbantoronto.ca/news/2015/07/aitken-place-park-design-evolves-following-public-feedback
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Definitely like the design - feels quite cozy, and I am glad to see the trend of using quality materials continued.
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http://urbantoronto.ca/news/2015/07/aitken-place-park-design-evolves-following-public-feedback
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Definitely like the design - feels quite cozy, and I am glad to see the trend of using quality materials continued.
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AlvinofDiaspar
Moderator
July 9th Presentation:
http://www.waterfrontoronto.ca/uplo...date_meeting_presentation___july_9_2015_1.pdf
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http://www.waterfrontoronto.ca/uplo...date_meeting_presentation___july_9_2015_1.pdf
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AlvinofDiaspar
Moderator
The proposed water feature (water table on a stone slab) is going to be a total kids magnet.
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AndreaPalladio
Senior Member
Does anyone know when the walkway will open east of Sherbourne Common? My neighbours and I were eyeing it longingly the other night.
I don't know, but I would not be surprised if it remained closed until Merchants' Wharf opened (which won't likely happen until the first occupancies at Aqualina I am guessing).
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Tuscani01
Senior Member
It would be great if its designed in a way that you would be able to put a toy into the water near the top of the park, and have it float down to the bottom of the water feature near the lake as you chase after it.
Of course, I mean, it would be great for me, but im sure kids would enjoy it too
AlvinofDiaspar
Moderator
It would be great if its designed in a way that you would be able to put a toy into the water near the top of the park, and have it float down to the bottom of the water feature near the lake as you chase after it.
Of course, I mean, it would be great for me, but im sure kids would enjoy it too
I think we might need a supply of rubber ducks
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Tuscani01
Senior Member
I think we might need a supply of rubber ducks
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We can borrow these ones I saw at Wonderland last weekend!
