Master Plan in the works

Photo: Darren Handschuh

A Recreation Master Plan is in the works for the Greater Vernon area and the community has the chance to get involved this Friday and Saturday. 

The Master Plan is for and includes the City of Vernon, the District of Coldstream and Areas B (Swan Lake) and C (B.X.).

Greater Vernon Recreation and RC Strategies + PERC are hosting activities at the Recreation Centre on Jan. 19 and 20 to gain feedback from locals.  

 “The public’s involvement and feedback in the plan is vital and this will be a great way to start off the process," said Doug Ross, director recreation services.

The Master Plan will be used by the Vernon area as decisions are made about recreation facilities, active lifestyle opportunities and recreation services over the next 15 years. 

Local ambassadors will be attending different community events and will be hosting interactive opportunities for the public to provide input on the plan including a graffiti wall, favourite recreation activities panel and a recreation site map.

The Master Plan kickoff event starts Friday with a special $2 teen-oriented swim at the Aquatic Centre from 7 to 10 p.m. 

Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. there will be a free family fun zone in the Recreation Centre Auditorium featuring a bouncy castle, bungee run, a kid’s play area with games and activities.

The City of Vernon encourages the public to take part in an online survey which provides valuable feedback on their vision for the future of recreation in the Greater Vernon area.