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2016 VIVA Vancouver PROGRAM UPDATE Presentation to Vancouver City Council April 20, 2016 What is VIVA Vancouver? FRENCH QUARTER (2014) COMMERCIAL DRIVE (2014) VIVA is the Citys test platform for new SUNNY SLOPES (2015) Swing

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Presentation to Vancouver City Council April 20, 2016

2016 VIVA Vancouver

PROGRAM UPDATE

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What is VIVA Vancouver?

FRENCH QUARTER (2014) COMMERCIAL DRIVE (2014) SUNNY SLOPES (2015)

  • VIVA is the City’s ‘test platform’ for new

and unusual public space models

Swing Dancing on Granville Street, 2013 2

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  • Viva experiments typically begin as temporary and can

become permanent, depending on lessons learned

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What is VIVA Vancouver?

Rainbow Crosswalks in Davie Village, 2013

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Parklet Program

SUNNY SLOPES (2015)

PARKLET PROGRAM

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Parklet Program

SUNNY SLOPES (2015)

  • Hot Tubs Parklet - 2012

Three circular seating areas surrounded by tall grasses, just like an old-fashioned, wooden hot tub. Hop in, have a splash, and connect with neighbours.

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Parklet Program

  • Commercial Drive Parklet

Steel and wood tables and benches. Have a break and experience the dynamic Drive.

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Parklet Program

  • Sunny Slopes Parklet

This two-level parklet makes for twice the enjoyment on the sunny slope of 4th Avenue. Sit, relax, and enjoy the ample seating and mini garden.

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Existing Parklet Locations

SUNNY SLOPES HOT TUBS URBAN PASTURE COMMERCIAL DRIVE PARALLEL PARK FRENCH QUARTER

Expect to see parklets in more neighbourhoods soon!

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Parklets: From Pilot to Program

  • This year the parklet pilot program will

become an ongoing program with a new application process

  • Our goal: double the number of

parklets in Vancouver by the end of next year.

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Parklet Process – New Application Manual

To apply for a parklet, visit: vancouver.ca/parklets

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From Temporary to Permanent: Jim Deva Plaza

  • Testing a new plaza operating model

and new programming ideas in Jim Deva Plaza

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Modifying Past Programs

  • Robson Redux was postponed this summer

because of scheduled repairs to Annex steps

Bistro-style street furniture 800 Robson, 2012 12

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Modifying Past Programs

Bistro-style street furniture 800 Robson, 2012 13

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Modifying Past Programs

  • Instead, we’re bringing moveable tables,

chairs and umbrellas to 800 Robson Street!

Bistro-style street furniture 800 Robson, 2012 14

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Modifying Past Programs

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  • Reshaping VIVA Granville in 2016

because of Burrard Bridge construction impacts

Modifying Past Programs

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Modifying Past Programs

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Modifying Past Programs

  • Exploring opportunities for sidewalk activations

VIVA Granville, 2014 18

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Supporting Other Great Ideas

Returning:

  • Yaletown Farmers Market
  • Art Wraps and Murals
  • Active Fiction Project
  • Public Pianos

Exploring new ideas:

  • Activating False Creek Flats

Public Pianos, 2014

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  • Review achievements to date
  • Re-envision the program’s role as a public space incubator
  • Identify emerging directions in public space creation
  • Capitalize on international trends and evolving local attitudes
  • Examine methods for selecting and supporting future projects
  • Expanded VIVA program expected as part of the 2017 Operating

budget

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VIVA Review and Program Expansion

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Thank you!

Pop Rocks , 2012