Clarington has revealed the proposed design for a 34-acre Community Park on the former lands of the Bowmanville Zoo, located just north of Highway 2 in east Bowmanville.
In 2018, council approved the acquisition of 13.7 hectares (34 acres) of land from the previous Bowmanville Zoo lands. On August 24, 2021, the land was officially transferred to municipal ownership.
The Municipality of Clarington is now calling on the community to help inform an inspiring vision for a signature park that honours the natural and cultural heritage of this beloved property by providing feedback.
It said this consultation builds on previous efforts by Valleys 2000, who hired a design firm to create an initial plan and brought together community members, staff and local businesses to provide input on the plan.
Also, during public consultations for the Parks, Culture and Recreation Master Plan, staff and council heard from community members about their priorities for the zoo lands. This next phase of consultation represents a third round of public input into this important community project.
“The zoo lands hold a special place in all of our hearts here in Clarington,” said Mayor Adrian Foster. “We have a unique opportunity to create an incredible public space here. We are working with the community to refine the design vision for this park. Thanks to our partners at Valleys 2000, Clarington Council is excited to move forward in creating a park that will honour the history of the lands, protect the natural environment, expand Bowmanville’s trail system, and create new cultural and community spaces for everyone to enjoy.”
People are invited to visit www.clarington.net/BowmanvillePark to review the current design vision, join the conversation and share feedback about design features using an interactive mapping tool.
There will also be two in-person Public Information Centres taking place in Council Chambers at the Municipal Administrative Centre, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville on Tuesday, April 16, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm and from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.
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