Newer Nanaimo neighbourhood asks for $50,000 grant toward park

The $20,000 secured through a prior rezoning application, while the SPC will be responsible for fundraising around $150,000 to bring their park past the financial finish line.

A rendering of the proposed park and playground areas for 166 Sunview Rd. (Image Credit: City of Nanaimo)

The committee recommended awarding the money from this year’s $100,000 Partners in Parks Program Fund (PPPF), used by community volunteers who work with City staff to develop their projects.

Planned features include one large multi-age play structure, a four-seat swing set, a perimeter track for bikes, and supporting elements such as benches, picnic tables, and waste/recycling bins.

Davis said despite the SPC requesting half of the PPPF for this year, she’s confident it won’t take away from other groups wanting to get started on their own parks this year.

“We have weighed the preparedness of this group with those that are in the queue, and we feel that we will be able to allocate all funds this year appropriately, and also have groups coming together in 2027. We take the opportunity to work through with the groups and find that level for commitment, and bring forward the projects we feel are most achievable in the appropriate timeframes.”

The recommendation must still come before a future regular council meeting for final approval.

The 0.4-acre undeveloped park at the intersection of Suncrest Rd. and Sunview Rd. was acquired in 2021 following the completion of the surrounding residential subdivisions. (Image Credit: Jordan Davidson/NanaimoNewsNOW)

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by Jordan Davidson

Newer Nanaimo neighbourhood asks for $50,000 grant toward park

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