| (Page 8) Recommendations Seine River Greenway Implementation 1. That due to the Seine�s unique natural, cultural and historical features and characteristics, the Seine River Parkway be renamed the Seine River Greenway. (Refer Chapter 5.1) 2. That the Seine River Greenway Concept Plan, Guidelines and Recommendations, be adopted by the City of Winnipeg. 3. That the City of Winnipeg�s Administrative Coordinating Group (ACG) be responsible for applying the guidelines and standards developed through the study planning process, and for incorporating the recommendations of this study in their deliberations over specific developer proposals and agreements on the Seine (Refer Chapter 2.2A) 4. That as new development occurs along the Seine, the incorporation and development of the Seine River Trail should be considered as part of the Development Agreement. 5. That the city shall �lead by example,� by insuring that construction adjacent to the Seine River is environmentally appropriate and sensitive to the Principles developed within this study. 6. That at such time as implementation occurs across existing City owned riverbank properties not currently zoned as Public Reserve (PR), that they be considered for re-zoning to PR designation. 7. That the City of Winnipeg will continue to actively encourage and partner with community groups and stakeholders such as the Save Our Seine River Environment Inc. (S.O.S.), in order to promote and implement the Seine River Greenway. 8. That in preparation and review of neighbourhood management strategies for St. Boniface and St.Vital, the guidelines, standards and recommendations contained in this study be incorporated. (Refer Chapter 2.2A) 9. That as the Seine River Greenway is impacted over time by urban growth and enhancement projects, the changes be recorded within the City�s Land Based Information System (LBIS). (Refer Chapter 2.4) 10. That where conflict exists between a neighbourhood�s interests in riverbank use and the regional greenway objective, the nature of the conflict be defined, the context be identified, and a separate community consultation and planning process be undertaken to resolve the issue(s). (Refer Chapter 2.2A) Further Reviews and Approvals 11. That an Administrative Working Group, in consultation with the Ward Councillors and stakeholders such as S.O.S., establish performance standards with regard to future development along the Seine River. 12. That various methods of design guidelines (eg. expansion of the Boulevard Provencher �BP� design controls) be investigated to determine appropriate means of ensuring that streetscape development adjacent the Seine River Greenway occurs in a manner consistent with the study objectives. (Refer Chapter 6.2.1) (Page 9) 13. That a specific Seine River Greenway Maintenance Program be prepared and adopted. (Refer Chapter 7.2) 14. That in order to promote year-round use, the Seine River Trail be considered for maintenance on a year-round basis including winter snow clearing and/or cross country trail grooming. (Refer Chapter 7.2) 15. That as the City�s Riverbank Parkway and Seine River Greenway Systems become established, the City, in cooperation with the community, develop and implement a User Safety and Risk Management Program. (Refer Chapter 7.2) Interdepartmental/Governmental Coordination 16. That the City Administration synchronize development of the Greenway Trails and the bicycle facility system and bridge crossings. 17. That as the Seine River Greenway trail systems are being developed, the City, in association with the Province, School Divisions, as well as Community Groups such as the S.O.S., develop and implement education and awareness programs to improve public safety, promote courteous use of the trails, and increase the awareness for the protection of the unique natural and heritage resources within the Greenway. 18. That in the ongoing efforts to reduce multi-jurisdictional �bureaucratic inertia�, departments and staff within all three levels of government continue to maintain communication on various issues, to facilitate partnership ventures (with elected officials, private interest groups, and the public administration), and to promote alignment and consistency of policy and programs amongst jurisdictions. (Refer Chapter 1.3) |