Councillor Tadeson Secures Major Win for Glanbrook Recreation Centre
- Crista Cooper
- May 8
- 2 min read
Major Progress on Long-Awaited Community Hub
Great news for Glanbrook residents! The vision for our new community recreation centre has taken a significant step forward with Council's recent approval of a pivotal motion introduced by Councillor Mark Tadeson, Ward 11.
The Council decision officially designates the Glanbrook Arena lands as the preferred location for our future facility, which will include:
Modern recreation center
Indoor swimming pool
Full-sized gymnasium
Indoor walking track
This milestone decision elevates the project as a vital municipal priority and provides the clear direction needed to accelerate planning.
What This Means for Our Community
"This motion delivers the clarity we've been waiting for," Councillor Tadeson explained. "By identifying the site and fast-tracking essential planning elements, we can now engage with community partners with renewed confidence."
The motion directs city staff to complete the ongoing Feasibility Study by Q3 of 2025. This critical report will address:
Required municipal resources
Servicing options and infrastructure needs
Planning policy considerations
Legal requirements for the selected site
Protecting Our Future
In a forward-thinking move, this motion presented by Councillor Tadeson and approved through Council directive, also ensures no new development decisions in Binbrook will compromise the capacity needed for our Recreation Centre. This protection acknowledges our area's rapid growth while safeguarding this essential community project.
Councillor Mark Tadeson, who championed the motion and has consistently advocated for this facility, emphasized the significance of this progress: "The families of Binbrook have waited long enough. We are getting this done."
What's Next?
Stay connected with Ward 11 updates as the project advances. The groundwork being laid now is essential to delivering the recreational infrastructure our community deserves.
REMINDER: Please fill out the rec centre survey to let the City know what YOU want to see in our Glanbrook Arena.
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