Saanich Parks is seeking public input into the Cadboro-Gyro Park Masterplan (a masterplan provides direction on what a park should be like for the next 5 to 20 years). Saanich has contracted LADR Landscape Architects to develop the plan which will be comprised of a written report and landscape plan. The Masterplan will provide a framework for which the District of Saanich can base planning, design and management decisions for the park in the future. Park development opportunities and constraints are being indentified through a review of various aspects of the park including geology, ecology/biological environmental, hydrology, underground services, First Nations history, and present and future recreation requirements and desires.

Since the June 17, 2010 Public Open House, Saanich Parks together with LADR Landscape Architects consulting team have been working with stakeholders to revise the draft masterplan based on all the comments received to date.

As we want to recognize the park’s unique character that is well loved by our community and the region, we want to make sure we have the desired outcome for future enhancements in the park. The park has many challenges and is being reviewed in light of current conditions and community needs, so that it can continue to be a vibrant waterfront park in Saanich for many years.

Our consulting team finished revising the masterplan based on all the feedback we received. from the June 2010 open house.  We have met with the Cadboro Bay Residents Association and together we feel the revised plan addresses the many issues and ideas generated at the open house.