Leamington Council was presented with a report outlining recommendations for a comprehensive new waterfront enhancement plan Tuesday evening. The report was prefaced by a recommendation from administration that council approve it.
Council chose to defer making a decision on the plan to June 14, despite a warm welcome and generally positive feedback. Mayor Hilda MacDonald and Councillors say they want more time with the plan to make a final decision.
The Waterfront Destination Master Plan presented to council proposes $33.7 million in improvements over 15 years, at an average of $2.5 million per year, to make a total of 66 improvements to 8 key locations along the municipality’s waterfront.
The plan bases its ideas on engagement with local politicians, municipal staff, and community engagement. It focuses on feedback-based improvements like walkability, beach restoration, amenities, food vendors and restaurants, improved parking, and more.
Key locations along with areas of improvement included in the plan are:
Mayor MacDonald said during council’s meeting, some members have not had a chance to go over a hard copy of the report. Councillor Tim Wilkinson remarked, he needs a bunch more time to deliberate.