WHAT'S GOING ON HERE?: Development of The Briggs Parkette in Richmond Hill

Parkette was chosen for development since it provides parkland in an underserviced area -- Briggs Avenue and Genuine Lane

Yorkregion.com
Nov. 1, 2019
Simone Joseph

The Briggs Parkette in Richmond Hill has been built on Briggs Avenue and Genuine Lane. The project includes junior and senior playground equipment, seating, lighting and planting.

Just the Facts

Construction will be finished: November 2019 (weather permitting)

Cost: The approved construction budget is $399,600

Why this parkette was chosen: This parkette was chosen for development as it helps to provide parkland in an underserviced area, as per the recommendations of the city’s parks plan (2013).

Age appropriate: The proposed playground equipment is designed and intended for kids 18 months to 12 years of age. City parks are open to users of all ages.

For safety: The park is closed during construction and residents are asked to refrain from entering the playground.

To look at the concept plan, go to https://www.richmondhill.ca/en/shared-content/resources/documents/Briggs-Parkette---Concept-Plan.pdf

Go to https://www.richmondhill.ca/en/things-to-do/Parks-Projects.aspx for more information.