Following feedback from community members, the design of the splash pad was adjusted to include additional environmental enhancements, which required extra time to complete.

While the original design met all Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) requirements for water intake, treatment, and disposal, the Township chose to go above and beyond by installing a water recirculation system. Key enhancements include:

• A recirculating system that reuses water rather than continually drawing from the nearby river.
• A reservoir tank to capture discarded water for reuse in other applications.

The reclaimed water will be available for secondary uses, including future irrigation of the park’s landscaping and supporting the fire department with pumper truck training.

Construction on the enhanced system is nearing completion. While an opening date has not yet been confirmed, staff are working diligently to move the project forward and remain optimistic that the splash pad will be ready for community use late this season.

In the meantime, staff encourage the public to enjoy the adjacent Babb Family Playground, which is open and already welcoming children of all ages.