RHDDO Ongoing Projects
Ongoing Projects
We're developing Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory (RHDDO) Park for you and your family to enjoy.
RHDDO Observatory Lane Pedestrian Bridge - Design underway | ||||||
The proposed design of the all season bridge will provide pedestrians and cyclists with safe access across the CN rail tracks to the RHDDO Park, from Observatory Lane on the west side of the rail tracks and the public transportation routes on Yonge Street. Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from February 21 to March 17, 2023.
Email Mike Mccallum, Project Manager Infrastructure Delivery for more information or call him at 905-771-2469.
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RHDDO Trails | ||||||
As part of the implementation of the RHDDO Park Master Plan and expansion of the interim RHDDO trails completed in 2021, a multi-use path and granite chip nature trail was constructed in 2023 the woodlands located in the north-west area of the park. The completed trails:
For more information, email Mike Mccallum, Project Manager Infrastructure Delivery or call him at 905-771-2469. |
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RHDDO Ecological Restoration - In progress | ||||||
Ecological restoration and removal of dead/hazardous trees will be taking place in the Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory (RHDDO) Park over the next few years. Why is this work being undertaken?Preserving and enhancing natural areas is one of eight key principles in the RHDDO Park Master Plan. There are currently many trees on the property which are in poor and/or hazardous condition due to infestations and storm damage. As a result, the forest is in poor health and vulnerable to undesirable plants which grow aggressively and have the ability to destroy the park's unique environment. Richmond Hill is implementing a long-term plan to restore the natural areas to a healthy ecosystem. Work includes:
While this work will change the appearance of the natural areas, it is a temporary and necessary step to create space for new native trees and plants that will enhance the RHDDO Park.
To date, more than 10,000 trees and shrubs have been planted and fencing has been installed to protect newly planted trees from browsing deer and allow tree growth. |
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RHDDO Facility Restoration and Revitalization Project | ||||||
The Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory facility restoration and revitalization project was completed in spring 2021. The exteriors of both the Administration building and the Observatory dome were restored to preserve their heritage features. The work was completed through the following phases:
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