Lakeview Park, Playground & Splash Pad Redevelopment
Notice of Construction
Date: August 4, 2020 until summer 2021
Location: Lakeview Park, 55 Lakeview Park Avenue
Details:This notice is to advise you that the City of Oshawa will be undertaking a redevelopment of the splash pad and playground areas at Lakeview Park, including new pathways with lighting, site furniture, and soft landscape elements such as tree plantings, lawn areas, and naturalized plantings.
How will this work affect you?
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For public safety, a portion of the Jubilee Pavilion parking lot, park, and pathway along the waterfront will be closed and fenced during construction. We ask that Lakeview Park users respect the fencing and posted signage.
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The splash pad and playground area will be closed during construction of these areas.
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Access to beach, pergolas and main washroom building near the Jubilee Pavilion will continue to be available during construction. Please note, access and or capacity limits may change during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more at www.oshawa.ca/lakeview-park-beach.asp
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From time to time, heavy equipment will need to access the site from Simcoe Street South to Lakeview Park Avenue. Associated noise levels may increase during these times.
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We realize that aspects of this work may be disruptive at times. While periods of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances may impact the work schedule, please be assured that the City of Oshawa will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible.
For more information, please contact Alexis Moxley, Parks Project Manager, by email [email protected] or phone 905-436-3311, extension 2322.
In case of after hour emergencies, please call Service Oshawa at 905-436-3311. We thank you for your patience as we proceed with this project.
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Frequently Asked Questions
| Is the splash pad open? |
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The Lakeview splash pad and playground will be closed during construction. The next closest splash pad can be found at Lake Vista Park, 450 Emerald Street. View full list of available splash pads within the City of Oshawa. Please note, access and or capacity limits may change during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more now about the availability of the splash pad.. |
| Will the beach be open during construction? |
| Access to the beach at Lakeview Park will be maintained during construction. Capacity and operating hours may change during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the public is encouraged to visit the Lakeview Park Beach webpage for more information prior to visiting. |
| Could construction occur over the winter instead to minimize disruptions to park users? |
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The nature of these improvements requires suitable weather and temperature conditions for proper installation. Construction activities are localized to the existing playground and splash pad area, and best management practices are also in place to minimize disruptions to park users. We realize that aspects of this work may be disruptive at times. While periods of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances may impact the work schedule, please be assured that the City of Oshawa will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. |
| How will construction impact our visit? |
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Construction activities are localized to the existing playground and splash pad area, to the extent possible, and best management practices are also in place to minimize disruptions to park users to the extent possible. Access to beach, pergolas and main washroom building near the Jubilee Pavilion will continue to be available during construction. Please note, access and or capacity limits may change during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more. We realize that aspects of this work may be disruptive at times. While periods of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances may impact the work schedule, please be assured that the City of Oshawa will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. |
| Will I still be able to walk along the waterfront? |
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For your safety, approximately, 135 metres of pathway along the waterfront, south of the playground area will be closed to public access during construction. A signed detour route will be posted. |
| What will the new playground and splash pad look like? |
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The new playground area will be larger in size, with separated junior and senior play areas. The senior play area includes climbing structures of varying challenge, as well as a double zip line. The junior play area incorporates ramps, sheltered areas, and quiet play activities for a range of users and abilities. In addition, there is increased seating areas adjacent to both the junior and senior play areas, providing shade and views to both areas.
These images are provided for visualization purposes only. Actual playground and splashpad equipment may vary from those seen here. |
| When will construction be completed? |
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Construction is anticipated to be complete by summer 2021. We realize that aspects of this work may be disruptive at times. While periods of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances may impact the work schedule, please be assured that the City of Oshawa will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. |
| What will the surfacing of the playground be? |
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The existing playground surfacing will be replaced with rubber safety surfacing in the junior play area, and engineered wood fibre surfacing in the senior play area. Both the rubber surfacing and engineered wood fibre surfacing are considered fully accessible. |
| Where will I be able to park during construction? |
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For your safety, a portion of the Jubilee parking lot will be closed during construction. Parking will continue to be available in the existing parking lots off Simcoe Street, adjacent the beach, and by the picnic shelters. |
Due to COVID-19, parks development projects may experience delays to anticipated construction schedules. Learn more on our COVID-19 Information & Updates webpage.