FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, May 22, 2025
MOUNT FOREST – The Township of Wellington North invites residents to attend a public open house to explore the proposed plans for the new playground at Lion Merv Weber Playground in Mount Forest.
The open house will take place on Monday, June 2, 2025 from 6-8 p.m. in the Meeting Room at the Mount Forest and District Sports Complex (850 Princess Street, Mount Forest).
On April 22, 2025, Wellington North Council awarded the tender for the Lion Merv Weber Playground project to Park N Water Ltd. in the amount of $149,651.44, including HST. This project was included in the 2025 Budget, at a cost of $160,000.
The open house will provide an opportunity for community members to meet with the playground design specialist to learn more about the proposed plans, ask questions, and share feedback. Input gathered during the open house will help shape a space the community can enjoy. The new playground design will cater to preschool (2-5 years), elementary (5-12 years) and young adults (13+ years) with sensory and accessible features, and exceeds provincial AODA and CSA 2614-20 standards, ensuring accessibility for all users.
The new playground is expected to be completed by September 2025.
We encourage all residents to attend and be part of this exciting community project.
Media Contact:
Mandy Jones
Manager of Recreation, Community and Economic Development
Township of Wellington North
mjones@wellington-north.com
519-848-3620 ext. 4260