Mapleton Township and the Drayton Rotary Club are working together to investigate the installation of a splash pad at ABC Park.
Rotarian Lorrie Spaling explained at the Jan. 20 meeting of the Parks, Culture and Recreation Committee (PCR) that the club’s objective is to expand recreational opportunities within the municipality.
“The Rotary Club feels a splash pad will enhance the community and will provide a safe healthy outdoor water recreation option from late spring until early fall,” PRC minutes state.
“A splash pad is low-maintenance, environmentally-friendly project that will be accessible to everyone of all swimming abilities.
“There is no need for lifeguards and there is low risk of drowning, as there is zero-depth water. There is no standing water.
“The play area is constructed on a non- slip finish with various water features that spray water in different patterns and directions.”
The Rotary proposal calls for the splash pad to be built at ABC park, east of the playground and volleyball court.
The PCR committee passed a motion recommending support in principal for the Rotary Club’s plan and that the club and township work together to investigate the project.
Council, at its Jan. 28 meeting, passed a resolution giving support in-principal for the project.
50/50 proposals
Two proposals for the township’s 50/50 funding program for 2014 came forward at the Jan. 20 PCR meeting.
Members of a Glen Allan citizens group have decided lights for the new tennis court in the village are a higher priority than putting up boards for an ice rink around the court and are requesting support for the $10,000 project.
The Moorefield Athletic Association is proposing installation of an LED sign in the village and is seeking 50/50 funding for the $28,000 cost, spread over two years.
On Jan. 28, council deferred resolutions of support for both projects and directed staff to assemble further information.
