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Smiths Falls council endorses $1 million Lower Reach Park grant application

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LAURIE WEIR

Smiths Falls council, during a committee of the whole meeting on Nov. 18, endorsed a $1-million funding application to the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF) for major upgrades to Lower Reach Park.

Stephanie Clark, the town’s community services director, said if successful, the bulk of the planning for the park will happen next year. 

The proposed enhancements include accessible washrooms, improved trails, a swimming area, and shoreline revitalization. These upgrades aim to boost recreational opportunities while promoting sustainability and aligning with the town’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan, she noted in her report.

If successful, the grant would cover 70 per cent of the project’s $1.3-million cost, with the remaining $300,000 funded through municipal budgets and fundraising between 2025 and 2027.

Council’s endorsement does not commit funds at this time.

The upgrades are part of a broader re-visioning of Lower Reach Park, based on public consultation that was recently held, and strategic goals for accessibility, wellness, and environmental stewardship.

Clark said the recent consultation aligns with what they envision for the park over the next few years.

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