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MEETING DATE: November 20, 2017

TO: Mayor and Council

CC: Barry Romanko, CAO

FROM: Dilys Huang, Senior Planner

SUBJECT: Report 7 - Inflatable Waterpark (PF15-04)

TRACKING NO.: COR-521

BACKGROUND

After receiving enquiries from business operators interested in establishing an inflatable waterpark inOsoyoos over the past year, Council directed Planning and Development Services staff to undertakea community survey on two shortlisted locations, and then proceeded with a Request for Proposals(RFP) for the Legion Beach site. As part of the RFP, the Town received one proposal from OkanaganWibit.

During the April 3, 2017 Regular Open Meeting, Council resolved to:

• Direct staff to accept the offer for a site visit with Rylie Gallagher [from Okanagan Wibit] toLegion Beach to gain appreciation of how the inflatable waterpark will fit in with the site and toask any questions; and

• Direct staff to set up a public drop in meeting on the Wibit proposal.

However, following the site visit and subsequent discussions over the recent months, Okanagan Wibitwishes to propose an alternative site to accommodate the proposed waterpark. The purpose of thisreport is to provide Council with more information and to request direction on how the Town shouldproceed.

OVERVIEW

The attached Change of Location Proposal from Okanagan Wibit identifies certain concerns that theoperator has with the Legion Beach location, such as those associated with business operations,parking, accessibility, and impact on the surrounding neighbourhood (Attachment 1).

After evaluating alternative locations at Cottonwood Park, Lions Park, and the north and south ends ofGyro Park (Attachment 2), Okanagan Wibit determined that North Gyro Park is the most viable for thefollowing reasons:

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Location Considerations

1. Cottonwood

Park(+)H

Close to resorts and public facilities

Waterpark structure would need to be sited beyond lake zoning andTown boundaries due to shallow water depths, which generatespermitting issues and boat traffic concerns

2. Lions Park (+)

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Adequate water depths

Potential traffic and parking concerns due to one-way street near aresidential area

3. South GyroPark

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Family picnic area with resorts in close proximity

Siting the waterpark in front of Town-owned lands means the structurewould need to be placed at the southernmost end of the swim area;however, there are boat traffic and water depth concerns

4. North Gyro Park _(+) Adequate water depths with nearby amenities and parking

Proposed Location and Space Requirements

In terms of location, Okanagan Wibit is proposing tosite the waterpark structure and swim markers to thenorth-east of the Town's proposed Gyro Park Pier andWalkway project, as shown on page 3 of the Proposal.The waterpark would be located approximately 50ft(15m) from the shore.

Space would also be required for four to five 48" x 40"x 31" lifejacket storage bins, similar to the ones shownin Figure 1, and a 10ft x 10ft (3m x 3m) temporaryregistration kiosk. The bins and the kiosk are proposedto be placed at the south-east corner of Gyro Park'smain grassed area.

Other Considerations

Figure 1. Lifejacket storage bins

Consideration should be given to various factors in terms of locating the proposed waterpark at theNorth Gyro Park location, including the ones outlined below:

• Proposed Gyro Park Pier and Walkway Project - patrons would need to access theproposed waterpark on the other side of the future raised walkway. The waterpark would alsoneed to be sited in such a way that the various vantage points from both the pier and thewalkway are not adversely impacted.

• Foreshore and Lake Zoning Bylaw Amendments - in relation to the previous point, theproposed waterpark would need be positioned across the W1 - Public Water Use and W4 -Commercial Moorage zones (Attachment 1, pages 5 & 6). Therefore, in addition to adding aninflatable waterpark as a site-specific permitted use under the W4 zone in the Town'sForeshore and Lake Zoning Bylaw, rezoning a portion of the lease area from W1 to W4 wouldbe required.

• Parking and Traffic - although some visitors might walk to the waterpark location since it iscentrally located, visitors who travel by vehicle would likely use the Gyro Park parking lot.

• Cherry Fiesta Fireworks - the proposed site is in close proximity to the location of where thefireworks take place. Okanagan Wibit noted that they would temporarily relocate the proposedwaterpark during the fireworks.

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OPTIONS

1. Council considers North Gyro Park as a potential location for the establishment of an inflatablewaterpark and requests that Okanagan Wibitpresent its proposal at a public open house.

2. Council requests additional information before proceeding further.

3. Council does not consider the establishment of an inflatable waterpark any further.

4. Council recommends any other action deemed appropriate.

INFORMATION AND/OR DIRECTION REQUESTED

Staff requests Council direction and position on whether the Town should consider the proposedestablishment of an inflatable waterpark at the North Gyro Park location.

Attachments:

1. Osoyoos Wibit Change of Location Proposal2. Location of Alternative Sites Considered

"lilwc Hi lartn VDilys HuangSenior Planner

arry RomankofiiefAdministrative Officer

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Change of Location Proposal

Okanagan Wibit - Rylie Gallagher, Randy Gallagher

Attachment 1

Throughout the past six months Okanagan Wibit and the Town of Osoyooshave been working together to find the most suitable location for theproposed inflatable water park.In this process we have conducted an in-depth evaluation of each location,focusing on these key factors:

SafetySustainabilityWater DepthIntegration of existing and future amenitiesPublic facilitiesSurrounding NeighbourhoodParkingSightlines

With consideration of these factors, Okanagan Wibit and theWaterfront Steering Committee have found the Legion Beach location topresent areas of concern. Concerns pertaining to businessoperations, parking, accessibility, and potentialdisruption of residential areas.These reasons are why Okanagan Wibit would like to proposes achange of location.

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Due to water depth and parking challenges in Osoyoos there are limitedlocations which can be considered as viable. Through evaluation of manyalternative locations along Osoyoos Lake the common issues faced are:

Depth

Access!

Upon evaluating all location North Gyro presents itself to be the most viable,

Considerations

Cottonwood - Wl Public Water Use - This location provides excellent proximity to resortsand public facilities, however due to its water depth equipment would have to be anchorsoutside of Wl - public water use zoning. This provides permitting issues along withconcerns of boat traffic.

Lion - Wl Public Water Use - Lions Beach is one of few that provides adequate water depth,however located on a one-way street surrounded by residential homes it would be dealingwith an unwanted fluctuation in the increasing traffic and parking.

South Gyro - Wl Public Water Use - Seen as a family picnic area and situated close to localresorts South Gyro presents itself as a great location, the obstacles faced are proximity toboat traffic, water depth. Because of land parcel frontage the water park would have to besituated at the most southern end of the existing swimming area, because of this we cannotreach adequate water depth without extending the existing swimming area into theboating lane.

North Gyro - W1/W4 Commercial Moorage - North Gyro provides the best water depth,facilities, and parking of all locations.Due to the safety and sustainability that North Gyro provides Okanagan Wibit stronglyrecommends proceeding with this location.

Integration of Amenities (pier, lawn bowling, events)Safety (proximity to shore, security, swimming markers)Parking

Our goal is seamless integration with existing and future amenities along with events heldin the area. By locating the water park amenity North of the Gyro Beach point we are ableto utilize the best suited area while avoiding obstruction of sightlines,interference of events, and safety concerns.

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On an Off Shore Requirei

1. Sports Park:Water Park Dimensions - Sports Park M - 157ft x 82ft (Green) Located Approximately 50ft from shoreWater Park Dimensions - Sports Park 'L' - 167ft x 131ft (Blue) Located Approximately 50ft from shoreInstallation of additional swimming markers, following Transport Canada guidelines are to becovered by Okanagan Wibit.

2. By implementing a total of 4; 5 (48" x 40" x 31") vented lifejacket bin storage system we areable to eliminate the need for a cargo trailer.These bins are positioned along the fence line to ensure they are not obstructing foot traffic.The storage system will retain a professional and clean image to continue with the areas aesthetics.

3. 10ft x10ft Beach Office/ Kiosk:This space will be utilized for ticketing, orientation, first-aid, and lifejacket fitting.The temporary office structure would be installed mid June, and removed shortly after theSeptember long weekend; secured over night and accompanied by security.

4. Proposed Pier and Walkway Project

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TOWN OF OSOYOOSCOMPOSITE PLAN

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Location of Alternative Sites Considered

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TOWN OF OSOYOOSCOMPOSITE PLAN

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