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CD15.3Appendix ASKATEBOARDSTRATEGY

AcknowledgementsParks, Forestry & Recreation would like to thank the many individuals andgroups who contributed their time, resources, and ideas to the developmentof the Skateboard Strategy.Particular thanks goes to the Toronto Skateboarding Committee, the PFRstaff team, representatives from other City divisions, as well as those whoparticipated in the focus groups/pop-up consultations or responded to theonline survey. To all the contributors, Parks, Forestry & Recreation would liketo extend our gratitude.SKATEBOARDSTRATEGY

Table of ContentsExecutive Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7What are we doing now?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Why develop a Skateboard Strategy?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Development of the Skateboard Strategy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Overview of the Skateboard Strategy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Skateboarding context. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Skateboarding and skateboard culture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16The skateboarding and skatepark experience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Toronto's skatepark network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Skatepark Planning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Community engagement in planning and design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Types of skateparks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Future skatepark planning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Engagement through skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Introductory programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Youth engagement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Animation, Promotion & Marketing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Promoting skateboarding in Toronto. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Promoting Toronto as a city for skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Implementation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Endnotes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47List of AcronymsFMP Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan PFR Parks, Forestry & Recreation TSC Toronto Skateboarding Committee

Executive SummaryThis Skateboard Strategy was developed in response to Councildirection from 2014 and 2015 Capital Budget approvalthat requested Parks, Forestry & Recreation (PFR) to work inconsultation with the Toronto Skateboarding Committee (TSC),to develop a strategy that incorporates policy, operating andcapital plans to support skateboarding in Toronto.The Skateboard Strategy aligns with other City plans andstrategies including the Recreation Service Plan (2013-2017),Youth Recreation Engagement Strategy, Toronto Youth EquityStrategy, and Toronto Strong Neighbourhoods Strategy. TheSkateboard Strategy will also inform the development of theParks and Recreation 20-year Facilities Master Plan (FMP), thatwill guide the 10-year capital plan commencing in 2018.4To ensure that the needs of the skateboarding community arereflected, the Skateboard Strategy was informed by extensivecommunity engagement, including: Toronto Skateboarding Committee: PFR consultedwith the TSC to identify and confirm priorities, issuesand opportunities. 2015 Skatepark Survey: In fall 2015, PFR conducted asurvey to better understand how skateparks are being used. outh consultations: PFR held several consultations withYskateboarders in summer 2016 to engage youth in thedevelopment of the Skateboard Strategy.SKATEBOARD STRATEGY

Skateboard Strategy actionsImplementation of the Skateboard Strategy:The Skateboard Strategy provides recommended actions inthree core areas:1. T he Skateboard Strategy will inform the 20-year Parksand Recreation Facilities Master Plan (2017-2036) on theidentification of additional skatepark facilities and associated10-year capital plans, commencing in 2018. Skatepark planning – provides a methodology toguide decisions in the development of future skateparks,including skatepark typologies, gap analysis, and siteselection. ngagement through skateboarding – explores theEways in which skateboarding can be used as a tool forcommunity building and engagement. nimation, promotion & marketing – looks atApromoting skateboarding and promoting Toronto as a cityfor skateboarding. There is also potential for skateboardingto be a tool for economic development.TORONTO PARKS, FORESTRY & RECREATION 20162. Actions relating to programming, engagement, operations,and maintenance will be incorporated into existingoperational work planning, service delivery, and budget.Connections will be made to other divisions within the City,as appropriate.3. P FR will leverage strategic partnerships to enhance/increaseskateboard programs, hold major events, engage youth, anddevelop new skateboarding facilities.5

Summary of actionsSkatepark Planning 6Utilize the planning frameworkpresented in the Skateboard Strategyto guide capital planning, design, andconstruction of skateparks, including:- Undertake innovative communityengagement approaches inplanning new skateparks.- Adopt the Skateboard Strategy'sskatepark typologies.- Explore the integration of skatedots into the development of parksand trails.- Integrate the gap analysis andsite selection methodology intothe Facilities Master Plan planningprocess for future skateparks.Assess the need and priority forindoor skateboard facilities throughthe Facilities Master Plan and exploreopportunities to better utilize orreconstruct existing facilities to allowyear-round, seasonal, temporary, andindoor skateboarding.Engagement throughskateboardingAnimation, Promotion& Marketing Develop a program model for City-runskateboarding programs. Explore partnerships to enhanceand increase introductory programofferings.Use social media and other channelsto increase visibility/access ofinformation on skateboard parks andprogramming, and improve quality ofinformation. Monitor the skateboarding industryregarding the development ofskateboard instructor certificationprograms. Work with the Toronto SkateboardingCommittee to support youth in civicand community engagement andleadership.Cultivate partnerships to explore theopportunities associated with diverseskateboard programs and events,and the promotion of Toronto as adestination for skateboarding. Explore a pilot project to allow theissuance of occasional permits at alimited number of skateparks, forspecial events and programs that areopen to the public. Explore the possibility of engagingyouth as skatepark ambassadors topromote skateboarding Work with partners (likeStreetARToronto) to integrate street artinto existing and new skateparks usinga youth engagement approach.Consider upgrading supportingamenities for skateparks in state ofgood repair audits and planned parkupgrades.SKATEBOARD STRATEGY

IntroductionThis Skateboard Strategy serves as a guide to the City ofToronto as it continues to advance its network of skateboardfacilities, amenities and programs. It will help guide decisionsfor the development of future skatepark facilities to ensurea complete and diverse network of skateparks that areaccessible and equitably/geographically distributed. It alsoidentifies opportunities to support community engagement,development, and leadership.TORONTO PARKS, FORESTRY & RECREATION 2016The Skateboard Strategy: Articulates the City's role in supporting and advancingthe growth of skateboarding and growing demand forskateboard parks and programming. Provides a planning framework to guide decisions in thedevelopment of future skateboard parks. Supports the Toronto Skateboarding Committee's work topromote and enhance skateboarding, and to represent theneeds of skateboarders in Toronto. Supports strategies to partner and engage withcommunities on skatepark development and programmingopportunities. Supports and advances the Youth Recreation EngagementStrategy, Recreation Service Plan, and the Parks andRecreation Facilities Master Plan.7

What are we doing now?Parks, Forestry & Recreation has been actively working toadvance skateboarding through the development of skateparks,maintenance and safety guidelines, programming, and workingwith the Toronto Skateboarding Committee.In 2000, Toronto got its first permanent skatepark – Cummerskatepark. In 2004, Council approved the Recreation FacilitiesReport that identified skateboarding as one of the recreationareas with the greatest need, and recommended that PFRdevelop at least four new skateparks including one City-widefacility and one in each of the other districts. The report alsorecommended that PFR consider developing smaller skateboardfacilities as opportunities arose. PFR has exceeded the direction inthe Recreation Facilities Report and currently has 14 skateparksof varying sizes and styles across the city (12 permanent and 2seasonal).Skatepark infrastructure experiences wear and tear with regularuse and seasonal changes. PFR has developed inspectionguidelines for concrete skateparks. In addition to monthlyand semi-annually routine maintenance, skateparks are alsoincluded in the regular state of good repair inspection cycle.Skateparks have signage that provides users with informationabout how/when to use the park, potential risks, safetyprecautions such as the use of protective gear and importantcontact information. Signage is important in ensuring thatskateparks are safe for the public.Parks, Forestry & Recreation also offers a range of skateboardingprograms such as drop-ins, instructional programs, and camps8that can be beneficial to teach younger skateboarders basicskills so they have increased confidence and are comfortableusing public skateparks. Programs are offered at variouscommunity centres across the city.Parks, Forestry & Recreation works with the TorontoSkateboarding Committee (TSC) to promote and enhanceskateboarding, and to understand how to best supportthe skateboarding community. Some recent examples ofengagement with the TSC include joint inspections of someskateparks, engaging the TSC in the development of thisSkateboard Strategy, and working together to identify futurepotential sites for skateparks.Why develop a SkateboardStrategy?Increased interestSkateboarding is an established activity that is gainingmainstream popularity. In recent years, some Canadiancities have hosted qualifying events for major skateboardingcompetitions and championships, such as X Games qualifiersin Montreal in 2015 and the 2016 Vans Pro Skate Park SeriesQualifier in Vancouver. The International Olympic Committeerecently announced that the 2020 Olympic Games will see parkterrain skateboarding included as an official event for the firsttime to attract youth-oriented sports and audiencesI.In Toronto, several community-based initiatives, including theToronto Skateboarding Committee, Babes Brigade, MalvernFamily Resource Centre, and Oasis Skateboard Factory, havedeveloped in response to the growing interest in skateboarding.SKATEBOARD STRATEGY

A demonstrated needAlignment with other workThe 2015 Skatepark Survey identified a need for moreskateparks, with nearly all survey respondents expressing a desirefor more skateparks and skateboarding opportunities in the city.The Skateboard Strategy aligns with several other PFR plansand strategies:Although PFR has taken many positive strides in recent yearsto build high quality skateparks, the current provision ofskateparks in Toronto lags behind that of other major Canadiancities. One way to consider facility provision is square metres ofskatepark per person. Using this lens, Toronto's 12 permanentskateparks1 total 13,445 square metres, with one square metreof skatepark serving 195 people, which is lower than otherCanadian cities, including Calgary and Edmonton. Skateparkprovision is currently being assessed through the upcomingParks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan.Council directionThis Skateboard Strategy was developed in response toCouncil direction from 2014 and 2015 Capital Budgetapproval that requested PFR to work in consultation with theToronto Skateboarding Committee to develop a strategy thatincorporates policy, operating and capital plans to supportskateboarding in Toronto. The Skateboard Strategy will informthe 20-year Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan (20172036) on the identification of additional skatepark facilities andassociated 10-year capital plans, commencing in 2018. Recreation Service Plan (2013-2017) provides guidelinesaround the delivery of recreation programs and servicesincluding skateboard programs. It outlines the role that theCity plays in meeting the recreation needs of Torontonians. Youth Recreation Engagement Strategy confirmsyouth as a priority area of service, and identifies theopportunity to use skateboarding as a tool to meaningfullyengage youth and develop youth leadership. Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan, a 20year plan to recommend and guide the creation of newfacilities, including skateparks.The Skateboard Strategy also aligns with other City strategies,including the Toronto Youth Equity Strategy, and theToronto Strong Neighbourhoods Strategy.Dunbat and Dufferin Grove are excluded from this total, as they are located on multi-use dry-pads,and the wooden skatepark components are disassembled and stored away each winter to makeroom for other uses.1TORONTO PARKS, FORESTRY & RECREATION 20169

Parks and Recreation Facilities Master PlanParks, Forestry & Recreation is developing a 20-year Parks andRecreation Facilities Master Plan (FMP) as directed through theCouncil-approved Recreation Service Plan (2012) and Parks Plan(2013). Once completed, the FMP will refresh and build uponPFR's 2004 Recreation Facilities Report, which guided recentrecreation infrastructure development in Toronto.The FMP will prioritize investment in indoor and outdoor parksand recreation facilities (including skateparks) over the next20 years by recommending and guiding the creation of newfacilities, the renewal of existing facilities, and recommendingstrategies to optimize the use of facilities in order to best meetlocal and city-wide needs.The Skateboard Strategy provides toolsand recommendations to the Parks andRecreation Facilities Master Plan for guidingfuture investment in skateboardinginfrastructure.Development of the FMP involved extensive public andstakeholder consultation, including an online survey, publictown hall meetings, focus groups, online feedback, andStakeholder Advisory Group meetings. The consultation findingswill be used - along with information on demographics,facility utilization, recreation and leisure trends, facility bestpractices, and pertinent legislation - to inform the assessmentof facility needs and the development of the draft Master Planrecommendations, including the need for skateparks.10In addition to these broader analyses and consultations, FMPrecommendations for investment in skateparks will be informedby the Fall 2015 Skatepark Survey and the Skateboard Strategy.The Skatepark Survey informs the FMP on skatepark userbehavior, preferences and trends. The Skateboard Strategyincludes a gap analysis of the current skatepark network thatwill inform the needs assessment component of the FMP,and provides tools and recommendations for guiding futureinvestment in skateboarding infrastructure.Strategies to guide planningThere is no formal “standard” for public skatepark provisionor development in North America. However, skateparks canbe a significant investment, and a number of cities aroundthe world have responded to the growth of skateboarding bydeveloping strategies to guide the skatepark planning p

skateboard parks and programming. Provides a planning framework to guide decisions in the development of future skateboard parks. Supports the Toronto Skateboarding Committee's work to promote and enhance skateboarding, and to represent the needs of skateboarders in Toronto. Supports strategies to partner and engage with

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