Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,
Gourley Park is slated for a facelift, looking to put a more modern touch on the community-oriented park. A public engagement strategy has just been unveiled, starting with an online survey which has just gone live.
For more details, please continue reading below…
Most park amenities at Gourley are at the end of their lifecycle and require replacement.
The Gourley Park redevelopment project will involve a full replacement of park amenities. Most amenities will remain in their current locations but will be upgraded to current municipal standards. A public engagement strategy will include opportunities for input throughout the design process.
The project scope will include:
- Replace the existing walkway and lighting between Duncairn Crescent and Brigadoon Drive.
- Replace existing asphalt walkways within the park.
- Replace existing play structures and swings. Working with the public to determine playground theme and components.
- Replace the spray pad. Work with the public to determine playground theme and components.
- Replace the basketball court and tennis courts with a new multi-purpose court and tennis court with pickle ball line painting.
- Replace existing lighting.
- Add more seating throughout the park and around the playground and spray pad.
The public consultation survey has gone live as of June 27th, and is availabe through the Engage Hamilton portal.
Next Steps for the Gourley Park redevelopment:
- June 2023 – Initial public engagement
- Summer 2023 – Interactive online vote to choose spray pad and playground themes/components
- Fall/Winter 2023/24 – Detailed design
- Mid 2024 – Construction
The full redevelopment plan can be found here
Questions or concerns?
If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact our office here.