Victoria councillors want to explore options to improve access to a washroom in Beacon Hill Park near the children’s playground and other park amenities for visitors with mobility challenges. The. . .
Victoria councillors want to explore options to improve access to a washroom in Beacon Hill Park near the children’s playground and other park amenities for visitors with mobility challenges. The. . .
There are still parking lots and washrooms available within park boundaries. “I’m particularly struck by the fact that compromise that we’ve reached now doesn’t allow easy access to the toilets,” he said. Seasonal closures or restrictions at particular times of the day could be a better compromise, he said, but he’s not sure what the solution is. He’s putting forward a motion to ask staff to explore options that councillors will discuss Thursday. Young said he’s looking for a balance to meet the needs of those who have mobility challenges with the needs of other park users to feel safe and enjoy a car-free space.
There are still parking lots and washrooms available within park boundaries. “I’m particularly struck by the fact that compromise that we’ve reached now doesn’t allow easy access to the toilets,” he said. Seasonal closures or restrictions at particular times of the day could be a better compromise, he said, but he’s not sure what the solution is. He’s putting forward a motion to ask staff to explore options that councillors will discuss Thursday. Young said he’s looking for a balance to meet the needs of those who have mobility challenges with the needs of other park users to feel safe and enjoy a car-free space.
Victoria councillors voted Thursday to ban sheltering in Beacon Hill Park for at least two years to allow the area to be restored after people were allowed to set up tents during the pandemic. . . .