Salt Spring Island, BC – The Capital Regional District (CRD) Salt Spring Island Parks and Recreation Commission (PARC) is developing a 20-year master plan for the Rainbow Road Recreation Centre site. This project was identified as a priority in the SSI Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan in response to the community’s desire for increased access to indoor recreation facilities for residents and visitors.
The site master plan will assess current and future capacity needs to identify suitable expansion opportunities. This plan will inform a phased capital planning approach for new facilities and program amenities based on input provided from First Nations, key stakeholders and the public.
The first round of public engagement has begun with a public survey available online September 27 – October 19, 2021. Hard copies of the survey can be picked up or dropped off at the Rainbow Road Aquatic Centre and Salt Spring Island Public Library. In addition to the public survey, the process will include meeting with stakeholders, online forums and a virtual open house ahead of a draft master plan presented to PARC for final consideration.
Important Dates:
- Public Survey – September 27 – October 19
- Online Forums – October – December
- Virtual Open House – January 2022
Visit GetInvolved.crd.bc.ca to take the survey, learn more about the site master plan and subscribe for updates. For more information about PARC, visit www.ssiparc.ca.
Proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the CRD delivers regional, sub-regional and local services to 13 municipalities and three electoral areas on southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Governed by a 24-member Board of Directors, the CRD works collaboratively with First Nations and all levels of government to enable sustainable growth, foster community well-being, and develop cost-effective infrastructure while continuing to provide core services to residents throughout the region. Visit us online at www.crd.bc.ca.
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For media inquiries, please contact:
Dan Ovington, Manager
Salt Spring Island Parks and Recreation
Tel: 250.537.4448