Project Summary N-087: Little Road park plan
Planning for use of property on Little Road acquired in 2020 for park purposes.
Project Summary: Little Road park plan
Project Number: 1-2-07250-580 CC725-01 Priority: Discretionary Public Engagement: Consult Submitted by: Leanne Taylor, Director of Development Services Director: Leanne Taylor, Development Services
Executive Summary
Tabled to 2026 discussions per C160-25.
The Little Road Park Plan was approved in the 2023-2027 Financial Plan as a project for 2024. Due to the volume of work and staff capacity, it is recommended to defer this project to 2026.
The Town acquired property on Little Road in 2020. The parcel is in the Agricultural Land Reserve and the intended use by the Town is for park purposes.
Business problem and opportunity
With a large parcel of land, it is important to engage with the community to determine what uses and activities are desired. This process will also need to engage with the ALC to determine what, if any, restrictions on use are in place.
Proposed project objectives
- Determine process requirements related to land status being ALR.
- Develop a park plan with engagement of the community. Community gardens and a pathway are two early ideas that have been put forward. The Plan will also help determine a program of capital expenditures to implement the plan over a 10-15-year period.
Business risks
With no plan the land may just sit fallow which increases the risk of unauthorized uses occurring.
The Town will work with the ALC to determine the appropriate process for ALR approvals.
Proposed sources of funding
Community Works Fund
Costs and benefits
| Costs | FY1 | FY2 | FY3 | FY4 | FY5 | 5-year Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Operational | 0 | 0 | 35,000 | 0 | 0 | 35,000 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 35,000 | 0 | 0 | 35,000 |
| Benefits | |
|---|---|
| Tangible | Clear 10-year plan, stable budgeting |
| Intangible | Community sense of pride and ownership in parks |
Recommendation
THAT the Committee recommend the 2026-2030 Financial Plan include Little Road park plan in 2026 to be funded by Community Works Fund.