This project involves acquisition of a 9-acre neighborhood park located in a heavily developed residential area of west Vancouver. The park will serve the Northwest and Lincoln neighborhoods that have a population of 5,455. In terms of recreation need, this is one of Vancouver's most under-served areas. The Lincoln neighborhood has no parks and the Northwest neighborhood has one 9.5-acre site with picnic tables and play equipment. In addition, this property provides the last opportunity in the service area to acquire a site of this size. The project site consists of a gently sloping meadow with extensive views of the Cascade Mountains. The site has no wetlands or other limiting conditions. The property immediately borders Ben Franklin and Our Lady of Lourdes schools, which have a combined enrollment of 540 pre-school and K-8 students. Future improvements will include sports fields, play equipment, picnic tables, viewpoint, trails, and restrooms. The property includes a single-family residence which will be separated from this project and acquired with local funds only. The house will serve as a caretaker's residence and/or community center.