Durand
Projects
Revitalization
of
Durand
Park
The
DNA
has
many concerns regarding the Durand
Park. It is not maintained to the standards expected by our 12 000
residents. Many features of the park have exceeded their
lifespan, and now require upgrading or replacement. In addition,
the needs of the community have changed. As the Durand Park is
our only public park, and is a defining feature of the neighbourhood,
it is essential that it undergo a thorough revitalization to create the
urban jewel it was originally to be when it was established in the mid
1970’s.
- Presentation on park revitalization to the City and DNA AGM
- Park revitalization proposal presented to
City
staff
Pedestrian safety and traffic initiatives
The
DNA is working to improve safety and convenience for pedestrians, and
enhance the streetscape of our neighbourhood for residents, businesses
and visitors:
- Opposition to proposed Truck Route
Master Plan (2010-04-27)
- Letter of Support for Proposed Cycling Master
Plan (2009-06-16)
- Letter of Support from Environment Hamilton (2009-04-08)
- Response to City re:
Pedestrian Crossings (2009-03-11)
- Comments on review of truck routes master plan
(2008-11-27)
- Follow up letter on pedestrian crossing (2008-10-23)
- Letter to Daryl Bender (City cycling and pedestrian coordinator) to initiate a safe pedestrian crossings project in the Durand (2008-10-06)
- Follow letter referencing 2000 Hamilton study showing one-way streets are twice as dangerous for children (2008-08-07)
- Letter to Council in support of the Downtown
Transportation Master Plan (2008-07-13)
Durand Communication to City Council and Committees on Neighbourhood Issues.
The DNA communicates with City committees, Council and other levels of government to promote the neighbourhood's well-being to decision-makers:
- Submission to the Board of
Governors of the Hamilton Future Fund opposing East Mountain stadium
site (2010-07-23).
- Letter to the City opposing
privatisation and closing of alleyways (2009-07-24).
- Letter to Parks Canada
supporting request by Sandyford Place for restoration funding
(2009-04-22).
- Letter to Alcohol and
Gaming Commission of Ontario re 15 Hess St bar expansion (85 to 400
patrons) (2009-02-19).
- Objection
to
request
for variance to allow surface parking lot on former HMP site
(Bay/Main) (2009-02-12).
- Presentation to
Committee of the Whole regarding Hess Village bar expansion
(2009-02-09).
- Letter to City regarding
parkland dedication fee and Thistle Club Site
- DNA Submission to the Economic Development and Planning Committee on future of St Mark's (2008-10-21)
- DNA presentation to Planning and Economic Development Committee regarding the sale of St Mark's site (2008-06-17).
- Letter to City staff
concerning the future of St. Mark's Church (2008-03-05).
- Letter
to
the
Committee
of Adjustment to deny the severance at 41 Inglewood (2007-11-22).
Trees
Program
The Board
of Directors of the Durand Neighbourhood Association (DNA) is pleased
to announce the commitment of up to $5,500 for the planting of trees.
The program approved earlier this month by the Board targets two public
spaces, namely Central Park School and Durand Park. More..
Durand
Neighbourhood Community Safety Issues
Issues of community safety continue to be one of the greatest concerns for Durand residents. The Durand Neighbourhood Association has been working with the Hamilton Police Services to provide relevant information about criminal activity in our neighbourhood, and to ensure better response from the Police Service in our neighbourhood. For more information on these issues, including key police contact information please visit our Community Safety page.