The Town of Tillsonburg has opened a new park in the Northcrest neighborhood at the north end of town.
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Located off Martin Street, the park features a large climbing net, a slide and interactive play area for children up to 12 years old, and a three-bay swing set with two belts, two toddler swings and intergenerational face-to-face swing.
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“Tillsonburg strives to offer all residents the amenities, services and attractions they require to enjoy balanced lifestyles,” said Mayor Deb Gilvesy in a media release. “We know having safe spaces for children to play and residents to relax is important for everyone’s well-being.”
The town recently completed $340,000 in park and playground improvements.
Investing in outdoor spaces is an important component in the town’s Community Strategic Plan, said CAO Kyle Pratt.
“As the community grows, it’s important to add new recreational amenities as well, while continuing to improve our existing assets,” said Pratt.
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In the downtown core, Library Park at the corner of Bidwell Street and Washington Grand Avenue received $137,600 in updates, including a rubberized surface and a new interactive play structure with shade sails, and an open area that can be used by Oxford County Library for creativity outdoor programming.
Elliott Fairbairn Park at 4 Earle Street also received a much-needed makeover with a new interactive play structure featuring a slide, climber and interactive panels. A two-bay swing set has been added with an intergenerational face-to-face swing.
“Any time we’re able to add or upgrade facilities, it’s a win for the entire community,” said Gilvesy. “It’s been a very busy construction season for the Town with the overhaul of the Lake Lisgar Water Park bathhouse and, of course, the ongoing renovation of the aquatics wing at the Tillsonburg Community Centre.”
“We’re pretty excited about all the changes,” said Andrea Greenway, acting director of Recreation, Culture and Parks. “We know there have been some inconveniences to residents along the way, but we so appreciate everyone’s patience and support.”
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