Children, families, Town staff, Councillors, Mayor Lovatt, and Mayor for the Day winner Kaylee Tse braved rainy weather to cut the ribbon and open Stouffville’s newest playgrounds.
Thanks to $560,000 in Government of Ontario grant funding, Memorial Park’s newest amenity is being called “the best playground in our area” by some local residents.
“The construction of this project began in September of 2022 with the goal of providing a safe and inclusive play space for children of all abilities,” Town CAO Sunny Bains said in his speech.
The two designs focus on accessibility and include pathways to and through the playgrounds, ramped elements providing access to elevated structures for those with mobility challenges, and sensory play panels.
“The new playgrounds are part of Stouffville’s ongoing commitment to creating a more inclusive and accessible community for children of all abilities,” Mayor Iain Lovatt said.
Children and families enjoyed music and playing on the new playground, and ice cream was on the house thanks to Councillor Sue Sherban.
“There is nothing we like to see more than families and children in town playing outside and enjoying our facilities,” the Mayor added.