Renovations plan set for an inclusive and accessible park

The Town of Caledon had partnered with Palgrave Rotary Club to renovate an existing park into a fully-inclusive and accessible play and gathering place for seniors, families and individuals with special needs. This project represents an $85,000 investment for which the Town of Caledon is contributing $45,000 and Palgrave Rotary Club is contributing $40,000. Renovations took place in Westview Park which was re-named as Norma Bangay Park.

“The Town is extremely happy about this project and partnership with Palgrave Rotary Club - these renovations will make it easier for all visitors and residents to use the park and its facilities,” said Mayor Allan Thompson. “It’s new projects like this, partnering with organizations and groups who have been part of Caledon’s growth for many years that makes the Town an open, inclusive and accessible place to live.”

Some of the completed renovations include:

Upgrades to playground equipment and surfacing
Adding an accessible concrete path from the existing asphalt path to the playground equipment
Including two accessible swing seats to the existing swing sets
An additional two benches and two tables for seating
Two new park signs

An unveiling ceremony will take place to celebrate this partnership, along with recognizing the need for ongoing community partners. After the ceremony, guests will be invited to explore the new play equipment and seating. The Rotary Chuck Wagon will be onsite with donated refreshments from a local restaurant in Palgrave.

Unveiling Ceremony
Monday May 28th, 11 a.m.
Norma Bangay Park, formerly Westview Park
19 Brawton Drive, Palgrave

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Attachments

Renovations plan set for an inclusive and accessible park (PDF)