Parks & Recreation Master Plan Updates
Adoption of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan – September 20, 2023
The Council of the Town of Aylmer adopted the Parks and Recreation Master Plan at its regular meeting of Council on September 20, 2023.
The Town of Aylmer would like to thank the community for their high level of input and the detailed insights provided during the Parks and Recreation Master Plan process. As a result of community feedback, Parks and Recreation has been identified as a top priority in several community engagement activities undertaken by the Town. The need for the Town to dedicate significant time and resources to this area is self-evident.
For full details, please see the Final Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
Parks and Recreation Master Plan Open House – September 6, 2023 6:00pm
The Town of Aylmer has been working on an exciting update of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. A final presentation and public meeting is being held to review the draft Master Plan before it is adopted by Council. The presentation will provide an opportunity for members of the public to learn about the draft PRMP and to provide their feedback prior to the plan being adopted by Council. The public commenting period will be to September 20th, with available comments provided at the public meeting and final comments presented with the plan for adoption.
- Date: September 6, 2023
- Time: 6PM – 7PM
- Location: Town of Aylmer Council Chambers, 46 Talbot St W
Presentation and Public Meeting
The Public Open House will be held at Council Chambers with a guided PowerPoint presentation and opportunities to ask questions. Members of the public may attend in person, or additionally participate virtually.
Contact Owen Jaggard, Deputy Clerk for virtual connection information or to submit written comments.
Town of Aylmer
46 Talbot Street West
Aylmer, Ontario N5H 1J7
Phone: 519-773-3164
Following the Public Open House, a copy of the presentation, the draft Master Plan, and answers to common questions will be posted to the project webpage for public and stakeholder review.
Draft Parks and Recreation Master Plan Document and Presentation
What is a Parks and Recreation Master Plan?
A Parks and Recreation Master Plan is a strategic document that studies the existing park system, facilities and recreation programming, and identifies a planning blueprint to improve, protect and expand the Town’s network of parks, facilities and recreational services for the future. The Master Plan will provide both a long-term vision for the Town’s park system, and specific policies and standards to direct day-to-day decisions. It will create a framework that will allow the Town to respond to new opportunities as they arise, and ensure that adequate parks, trails, facilities, and programs meet the needs of the Town’s existing and future residents and visitors.
For more information:
Please contact one of the following team members if you have questions or comments about the draft Master Plan:
Moira Davidson
Project Manager
289-244-8222
[email protected]
Rob Johnson
Director of Operations
519-773-5631
Contact the Director of Operations
Public Open House: Parks & Recreation Master Plan
October 31, 2022
Town of Aylmer residents and park’s and recreation users are invited to attend the Public Open House for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. We want to hear how you think about the Town’s current facilities and programs, and what you would like to see in your community.
The Public Open House is scheduled for 6:00pm to 9:00pm on Tuesday November 22, 2022 at the East Elgin Community Complex (531 Talbot St. W).
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan will be used to guide decision-making process related to the provision and sustainability of parks and recreation facilities and programs.
Notice of Commencement: Town preparing Parks and Recreation Master Plan
September 13, 2022
The Town of Aylmer is preparing a Parks and Recreation Master Plan!
The Town of Aylmer has embarked on the exciting endeavour to create a strategic Parks & Recreation Master Plan for the Town. The Master Plan will be used to guide the strategic management and decision-making process relative to the provision and sustainability of parks and recreation facilities and programs.
What is a Parks and Recreation Master Plan?
A Parks and Recreation Master Plan is a strategic document that studies the existing park system, facilities and recreation programming, and identifies a planning blueprint to improve, protect and expand the Town’s network of parks, facilities and recreational services for the future. The Master Plan will provide both a long-term vision for the Town’s park system, and specific policies and standards to direct day-to-day decisions. It will create a framework that will allow the Town to respond to new opportunities as they arise, and ensure that adequate parks, trails, facilities, and programs meet the needs of the Town’s existing and future residents and visitors.
What is the Process?
The Master Plan process will be prepared through a Three-Phase Work Program, which is anticipated to be complete by the end of January 2023.
How can I participate?
Throughout Phase 1 of the project process, the Town will be hosting an online survey, an open house, workshops, and focus group interviews to obtain community feedback on the existing parks and recreation system within the Town.
Feedback will be used to inform the review of Aylmer’s existing Parks and Recreation system and will guide recommendations and next steps as we move forward with the study. Summaries and updates will also be posted to the project website for those that want to follow along in the process.
The four surveys are now closed.
*All residents and interested parties are encouraged to complete Public Survey. Individuals representing stakeholder groups, seniors, and youth are encourages to complete all applicable surveys.
- For more information:
Email one of our project leads if you have questions/comments about the project!
Consultant Project Lead Amelia Sloan, Project Manager, [email protected]