After a decade of planning, 麻豆精选鈥檚 long-awaited Parkinson Recreation Centre (PRC) redevelopment is finally set to begin construction this spring.
City council approved funding for the Building a Stronger 麻豆精选 initiative in 2023, and on March 10, staff will update council on the project鈥檚 progress.
Over the past nine months, a team of 10 partner organizations has been fine-tuning the design, construction plans, and schedule. The revamped facility will be a hub for fitness, recreation, and community gatherings.
Indoor Features:
- Three full-sized gyms
- Walking/running track
- Fitness centre
- 25-metre pool & leisure pool
- Community kitchen
- Multi-purpose rooms & gathering spaces
- Childcare & youth areas
- ORL Express Library
Outdoor Upgrades:
- Six sports fields, including 24 pickleball and four tennis courts
- Multi-sport box for hockey, lacrosse, and dry-land training
- Outdoor fitness circuit designed for seniors
- Accessible children鈥檚 playgrounds
- Cycle track linking to the Okanagan Rail Trail
- Multi-use pathways connected to Mill Creek
- Cultural gathering space along Mill Creek
A key part of the project is incorporating Indigenous perspectives, ensuring the facility reflects the cultural heritage of the syilx/Okanagan people. Community members, Elders, and leaders have been consulted throughout the planning process.
