3 Newmarket parks to get overhaul this summer

George Luesby Park, Keffer Parkette, Lions Park all to get enhancements, including playground replacements

Yorkregion.com
May 1, 2019
Teresa Latchford

The Town of Newmarket has plans to help you get out and play.

Town staff recently invited residents to town hall to explore proposed playground structure and park improvements at George Luesby Park located at Clearmeadow Boulevard and Rannie Road, Keffer Parkette located at Keffer Circle and Balard Crescent and Lions Park located on D’Arcy Street.

Residents were asked to view renderings and provide feedback on the improvements, which include new 911 park address signs, new playground structures to replace existing structures, new park furniture, rejuvenated gardens and playground surfacing to be replenished with engineered wood fibre for accessibility needs.

Final council approval has yet to be given for these improvements but town staff hope to begin work on the parks this summer.

George Luesby Park:

The new playground could feature a number of slides, ladders, climbing options and transfer station with tabs for the visually impaired.

Other proposed improvements include new bike rack, eight to 10 new lilac trees, two accessible pit ramps, two accessible picnic tables, backless bench, widened pathways, pollinating gardens, large pad for future amenities, four tri-waste containers and solar lighting for the trail

Keffer Parkette:

The proposed playground could include a roof, two slides, a staircase, ladder, pole climber and modern teeter totter.

Other proposed improvements include a bike rack and pad, new park rule signs, four yellow tulip trees, three new red oak trees, three maple trees and new P gates at each entrance.

Lions Park:

The new playground could feature two slides, a staircase, a tunnel, a variety of climbing activities and swings.

Other improvements could include a wildflower area, accessible picnic table, two oak trees, three black gum trees, three yellow tulip trees, three thornless cockspur hawthorn trees, a bike rack, shade structure, accessible pad and bench, park rules sign and dog poop bag dispenser.

Residents who were unable to attend the public information session are still able to ask questions or provide suggestions by calling 905-895-5193.