St. John's accessing feedback received on the Quidi Vidi slipway

The City of St. Jon's is accessing feedback received on the Quidi Vidi slipway.

The current slipway has reached the end of its lifecycle and is no longer safe to use.

Feedback was collected from residents, property owners and visitors on how they currently use the area and potential options to maintain access to the water.

Feedback includes:

• A focus on the community’s desire to retain a slipway in Quidi Vidi with a preference for something wooden, similar to what currently exists.

• There is a view that the slipway is a visual indicator of the fishing village and its history and an iconic landmark for tourists, visitors, photographers and others.

• People who live in Quidi Vidi feel development decisions over the years have eroded the fishing community and they are frustrated with the potential loss of the slipway.

• The slipway is well used for boat storage, launch, and tie up.

• Improve the access overall to allow better launching options.