What We Heard A Summary of Consultation Efforts Over the Past 18 Months - June2020 - Royal Bay
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What We Heard
A Summary of Consultation Efforts
Over the Past 18 Months
- June 2020 -
What We Heard Summary Of Consultation Efforts
WHAT WE HEARD
A Summary of Consultation Efforts Over the Past 18 Months
The plan for Latoria South has been shaped by many years of direct community consultation and City land use
policy, including the City Official Community Plan.
The early engagement of Colwood residents and neighbours has been essential to establishing awareness and
understanding of what is proposed for the Commons and Quarry neighbourhoods of Royal Bay. Engagement,
throughout the development of the rezoning application, helped Gablecraft respond to the input received and
to prepare an application that is informed by Colwood residents and immediate neighbours to the site.
Four large open house events were hosted in the Royal Bay community over the past 18 months. Each event
was promoted widely to Colwood residents, via advertising, and social media, as well as direct mail to nearly
2,000 households each time.
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More recently, as the application proceeded to 1st and 2nd
reading, information about what’s proposed within the
land-use and rezoning application was mailed to 2,000
neighbouring homes for delivery during the first week of
July 2020. The mail out included a link to the website for
more information about the application and the City of
Colwood legislative process.
Mail drop to postal routes: LC0472, LC0468, LC0428, LC0426, LC0424, LC0422
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O P EN HO USE #1 - March 13, 2019
230 people attended
An open house, the first in a series of opportunities, for the public to learn more and provide input into
what is proposed for the future of Royal Bay was held at Royal Bay Secondary, March 13, 2019. Over 230
people listened to a presentation and toured display boards outlining the many new amenities and proposed
improvements with staff. The neighbouring Royal Beach development was also presented by SeaCliff
Properties. In person comments included:
• Excitement for the food service and retail amenities to come to the Commons.
• Constant questions about timing – how soon the commercial doors will be open – 2021/2022 seemed
too far out to many people, especially in regard to food services.
• Acceptance of the fact of Royal Bay South Latoria proceeding and curiosity about details.
• Some questions about the expansion of Latoria Creek park.
• A few questions about “why was Latoria Blvd built so narrow?”
• Frustration with traffic on Latoria Road related to school congestion – several comments about hard to
turn left from Bezanton Way onto Latoria Rd. during AM and PM drop-off peak times.
• Questions about the Ryder Hesjedal Way/Latoria Blvd. intersection signalization in 2019 and the
Metchosin/Latoria intersection along with the first significant building in the Commons.
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• Several questions about loss of views – a few people from the old Royal Bay who were relieved we are
talking about mid-rise wood buildings on retail podium in the Commons since they didn’t like the idea of
very tall buildings there.
68 feedback forms were completed, several on behalf of
couples in attendance. A number of themes emerged from Community Open House Feedback Form
the input received:
• Most respondents felt the proposal reflects the
goals and objectives outlined for this area in the
Thank you for attending the Community Open House
Official Community Plan. to learn more about what is proposed for the future
of Royal Bay.
It’s important we hear your feedback and ideas about
• The majority of comments were related to support what is proposed.
for the overall concept, including mention of
Q: After considering the information shared tonight, do you think the proposal reflects the Colwood Official
commercial and mixed uses. Many specific examples A:
Community Plan goals and objectives for this area?
related to the elementary school and grocery story.
Diversity of commercial uses (i.e. coffee shops,
pubs, etc. wanting “more than a grocery store”) and
housing types were mentioned.
• The second most favourable topic was access to Q: What do you like about the proposal?
A:
greenspaces and expanded parkland.
• Several comments related to the support for the
new transit exchange and frequent loop, walkability,
connections to parkland and greenspace, and
continued access to the beach. Please see over for remainder of questions >
Thank you for your participation! March 13, 2019
• The two most notable concerns expressed were
1) the slow timelines, i.e. wanting progress and Feedback Forms
new amenities to occur faster, and 2) varying concerns related to increased traffic in the area once
amenities are introduced, including parking for those visiting the new amenities, and transportation
design to accommodate existing and increased traffic.
• There were a number of comments supportive of the diversity of housing, and curiosity about housing
for seniors. Some commented that they hoped “affordable housing”, isn’t “low-income” housing.
• When asked what they would like more information on for next time, the top themes included: an
update on timelines including the school, more detail about the transit connections and park and
ride, possibility of passenger ferry, seniors housing, and status of community/neighbourhood house.
There were singular mentions of: sewer capacity, building eights, diversity and price of housing and
commercial, programming possibilities of shared/common spaces.
• There were specific questions of whether Colwood City Hall, a performing arts center, library, gym, or
marina would be considered.
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O P EN HO USE #2 – May 22, 2019
168 people attended
The second in a series of public engagement opportunities was held
on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Royal Bay Secondary School (atrium).
Building off what was presented and heard from neighbours and
members of the public on March 13th, this open house provided more
detailed plans and renderings, and details on parks, transportation
and timelines, which previous attendees had indicated was important
to them.
37 feedback forms were completed, and 77 comments were captured on an interactive Ideas Board. A number
of themes emerged from the input received:
• Almost all respondents indicated they felt the vision fits within the neighbourhood. 27 indicated yes,
and 3 indicated somewhat. There were no responses that indicated it did not.
• Most comments were supportive of specific amenities and improvements proposed, including
restaurant/pub, coffee, parks, grocery store, transit, and elementary school in particular.
• Several respondents offered appreciation of the greater detail provided.
• There were a number of questions about the specific details associated with the planned amenities,
including: which grocery store brand will it be, what types of equipment will be included in the parks,
(i.e. swings), and building heights.
• There was curiosity expressed about how the pit and soil piles are addressed as part of the
redevelopment and what the first phase of development will look like.
• Two respondents indicated an interest in housing for seniors, and one mentioned disappointment
about the neighbourhood house not being included.
• Several existing residents expressed appreciation for the new plan for the pop-up café concept
presented as it responded to the previously expressed frustration about a lack of local amenities.
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“ P O P-UP” COFFEE S HOP OPEN HOU S E – Oc t o b e r 1 , 2 0 1 9
153 people attended
A drop-in style open house was held to create an
opportunity for Colwood residents to learn more
about the project and process, speak with project
staff and coffee shop proponent. Attendees were
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invited to share their ideas, concerns, and feedback
brewing Join us for
at Royalcoffee!
about the coffee pop-up. The event built upon
previous engagement events hosted by Gablecraft
to keep Colwood residents informed and to create
opportunities for residents to provide feedback to
inform the land-use application process.
Bay
The pop-up open house was held Tuesday, October
1, 2019, at the proposed location for the temporary
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coffee shop on the south side of Latoria Boulevard Tuesday, October 1,
fee shop & food tru
cks
2019, from 3 p.m. -
at Ryder Hesjedal Way. The pop-up was designed south side of Latoria
Boulevard at Ryder
7 p.m., on the
Hesjedal Way.
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to create an outdoor coffee and food experience ut the food services
planned for early 202
0.
that helped attendees envision what coffee and
food services might be like in the neighbourhood.
Consistent with the application, the event included
covered and outdoor seating, coffee and light food
Flyer for ‘Pop-Up’
offerings, a food truck, bike and vehicle parking,
Coffee Shop Open House
and was dog and family friendly.
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Attendees were encouraged to learn more about Sequoia Coffee and the proposed site and landscaping
plan, view renderings of the coffee shop concept and learn more about the longer-term plans for permanent
commercial and housing offerings in the Commons.
Staff and consultants were able to speak with almost all who attended, answering questions and providing an
overview of what is proposed. A number of themes emerged from the 61 feedback forms received:
• The strong majority of respondents (53) were supportive of the proposed coffee shop and food truck
court. Only two attendees responded “no” indicating they felt a permanent solution and community
gathering space were needed. Six were undecided.
• The most common reasons respondents supported the proposal were the close proximity, followed by
support for the modern and creative look, and the partnership with a local coffee provider.
• Many commented that it was a positive start and a great temporary solution and encouraged
Gablecraft to “hurry up”.
• Some specifically highlighted the benefit to Royal Bay Secondary staff and students, as well as trades
people working in the area.
• Several noted the benefit it would bring for community connectedness, building a sense of community
and creating a place for neighbours to gather.
• When asked what else they would like to see, a variety of longer-term suggestions were provided. The
two most common suggestions were a pub or family restaurant, grocery store and park/kids area.
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O P EN HO USE #3 – J anuary 29, 2020
186 people attended
This open house was the third community open house specifically about the land-use and rezoning and once
again built upon the public engagement for the 2014 Royal Bay Area Plan and the 2018 Colwood Official
Community Plan process. The event offered the community an opportunity to learn more and provide
feedback about the future village centre and the Latoria South neighbourhood before it is was presented to
Colwood City Council.
The open house was held on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at Royal Bay Secondary School. Responsive to what
we heard from neighbours and members of the public at prior open houses, this open house provided updates
on timelines, elementary school location, transit and transportation improvements, parks and trails planning,
and the Commons shops and services. Timelines and next steps were also outline.
46 feedback forms were completed. A number of themes emerged from the input received:
• The majority of respondents are supportive of the vision for the Commons including the proposed level
of density and neighbourhood-scale commercial centre.
• Four respondents noted they would like to see buildings remain less than four storeys. Some noted
their support for the vision and density but noted the need to balance density and height with the
protection of view corridors.
• There were many comments about potential amenities and services to be included, with highest
mentions of a restaurant/pub and medical clinic/health services.
• Several respondents noted interest in features that bring community together, citing examples such as
pubs, community meeting spaces, weekend markets and a community bulletin board.
• Several respondents mentioned a desire for “local” businesses, not big box stores, with many
specifically referencing the grocery store and coffee shop.
• The most important considerations expressed associated with planning for the commercial centre and
increased people in the area, were the need for adequate parking and associated traffic improvements.
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IN F O R MATI ON MAILOU T:
Co m b in atio n of Hand Del i very, Can a d a Po s t D i re c t Ma i l a n d U n a d d re s s e d Ma i l
In an effort to continue to communicate key updates such as the agreed density cap of 2,100 residential
dwellings, information about what’s proposed within the land-use and rezoning application was mailed to
2,000 neighbouring homes for delivery during the first week of July 2020. The mail out included a link to the
website for more information about the application and the City of Colwood legislative process.
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Flyer for delivery July, 2020
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W EBSI TE: Latori a S outh S i te Pl an
The liveatroyalbay.ca website was updated to include the Latoria South site plan and the detail about various
elements included in the proposal, including:
• Site Plan • A Transit Hub
• Latoria South Land Use Concept • Parks, Trails and Green Spaces
• The Commons • Environment
• The Quarry • Sustainability Commitment
• Transportation and Connectivity • Where we are in the process
• Traffic and Road improvements
Latoria South Site Plan, as seen on the website
More information about the rezoning and land use is available at:
www.liveatroyalbay.ca/latoriasouth
The detailed What We Heard summaries from each event, are available at:
www.liveatroyalbay.ca/engagement
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