Stuart Park
Phase two detailed design underway
Phase two will see Stuart Park extended north to the Water Street Boat Launch. The city-owned land is currently provided to the Kelowna Yacht Club and the Water Street Seniors Centre Society through Non-Profit Partnerships. On December 14, 2009, City Council endorsed a plan to relocate the Senior Centre to the Parkinson Recreation Centre and the movement of the Kelowna Yacht Club to a new location north of its current site.
Public Engagement
Residents were invited to view the detailed design for the next phase of Stuart Park.
Stuart Park
Thursday, May 26
4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
(Next to Bear under the City tent)
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History
Fronting on 300 metres of prime waterfront in downtown Kelowna, Stuart Park promises to attract locals and visitors alike. The new park is designed to showcase quality urban waterfront park development, create a focal point for the City’s civic and cultural district and provide environmental and fisheries benefits for the site.
Part of the Waterfront Parks Plan, Stuart Park provides a portion of the plan's goal to provide continuous public access to Kelowna's beautiful shoreline.
The park features adhere to nature-inspired concept plan and include:
Outdoor ice rink (call 250 469-8800, opt 4 for schedule updates)
- Lakeside promenade
- Civic plaza
- Promontory
- Public art
- Riparian enhancements
Phase one of Stuart Park was constructed August 2009 to June 2010. The $3.5 million project officially opened September 3, 2010. The parkland (located on Water Street, across the street from City Hall, between Queensway Avenue and the Kelowna Yacht Club building) was named after former City of Kelowna Mayor James (Jim) Stuart in recognition of his dedication to the community and his 31 years of service.
For more information, contact:
Andrew Gibbs
Manager, Park and Public Space Projects
agibbs@kelowna.ca
250 469-8836