1	Landscapes and Lifestyles of Mayne Island: Past, Present, and Future Final Presentation 14 April 2005 UBC Landscape Architecture Studio
2	Studio Themes The (rural) landscape character of Mayne Island Opportunities/constraints for recreation and tourism Aspects of community sustainability
3	Purpose of the Study Student learning in a real community Inventory and analysis of 3 themes Explore ‘what-if’ scenarios and possible design concepts for Mayne Island’s future
4
5	Landscape Character LARC 504B OPEN SPACE STUDIO
6	Overall Study Goal Assessment & identification of Mayne Island’s distinct character & proposed recommendations to assist in future planning and development. Focus areas (what if?) character diversity scale of residential areas & commercial areas existing spaces and roadways on Mayne Island Identify opportunities to enable positive changes & maintain the unique & important aspects of Mayne Island (Miners Bay)
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14	Recommendations Area specific guidelines for “critical area 1” polygons: “edge” zones (different treatments) “transition” zones (different treatments) review and expand on OCP guidelines for zoning – uplands “historic district” as a zone (Miner’s Bay) protection of views (water, on/off the island) improve public access (views, shorelines, footpaths/pastoral lands)
15	Mayne Island Tourism and Recreation UBC Landscape Architecture
16	Objective Our objective is to inventory current tourism and recreation facilities, and explore future alternatives including “status quo” options.
17
18
19
20
21	Key Strengths Geography Conveniently located between Victoria and Vancouver Existing Recreation Infrastructure Diverse array of recreational activities Existing Tourism Infrastructure Accommodations and restaurants already exist
22	Weaknesses Arrival Sequence Weak sense of arrival, confusing signage Transportation High dependency on motor vehicles Tourism issues Shortage of economical places to stay
23	Opportunities Tourism Expansion of year round possibilities (eg. Heritage tours) Land potential Land acquisition/agreements for parks or reserves Pedestrian/cyclist transportation A path network to lead locals or visitors safely through the island Further recreation facilities Wharves, docks, tennis courts, parks, gym are all possibilities
24	Threats Changes to island character Depending on level and type of future development Tourism impacts Increased tourism places strain on roads, water, real-estate etc. Open space and parkland Will recreation demand exceed supply? Transportation issues Changes to ferry service, gas prices, road improvements
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34	Sustainability Goals Increase energy self-sufficiency. Manage water sources effectively. Manage material resources effectively; reduce amount of waste produced. Increase local food production and consumption to increase food security. Foster demographic diversity (especially age). Increase economic self-sufficiency.
35