City launches ambitious master plan for Samard Payne Park
October 16, 2024 | Lewiston, Androscoggin County, Maine
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Jessica Higgins and Jamie Hart from View Shed presented the latest developments, highlighting that the current phase builds upon the Riverfront Master Plan, which underwent extensive public engagement in previous years. They noted that no additional public engagement would be conducted for this specific update, as the foundational work had already incorporated significant community feedback.
The presentation focused on specific enhancements for Samard Payne Park, including the addition of a picnic pavilion, an adventure play space, and improved connections between Lewiston and Auburn. Key features of the proposed design include an event lawn, an amphitheater, and a floating boat dock. The plan also aims to enhance the streetscape along Oxford Street and improve access to the lower canal, allowing for recreational activities such as kayaking and winter skating.
In a joint meeting held on September 26, 2023, city council and planning board members ranked various projects within the Riverfront Master Plan. The community pavilion emerged as a top priority, receiving significant support from council members. Other notable projects included improvements to the Oxford Street streetscape and the removal of invasive shoreline species, which has already been completed.
As the project progresses, city officials are optimistic about the potential for revitalizing Samard Payne Memorial Park, creating a vibrant space for community engagement and recreation.
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