Gagné Park nearing completion!

After careful consideration and public consultation, three key elements were targeted for this revitalization: access to water, the addition of play modules for all ages, and a reconfiguration of the park entrance to make it more visible and welcoming. A cultural project has also been integrated into the site and will be launched in the spring.

Here is what was completed during the summer and fall of last year:

• creation of a mound to encourage free play and sliding in winter;
• creation of a log and rock course;
• installation of a swing for ages 2 to 12;
• addition of benches;
• creation of a gravel path through the park;
• installation of a gazebo;
• fabrication and installation of a platform providing access to the Sutton River;
• addition of rocks to sit by the river;
• tree planting;
• installation of coloring slabs and benches for the cultural project.

For you, we have captured the evolution of the park over the past year:

Here is what is on the agenda this spring:

• completion of the play area for children aged 2 to 5, including :
  • a sandbox;
  • a small house;
  • two cedar barrels;
  • a backhoe for kids;
  • a river of rocks;
• development of the park entrance with :
  • a bicycle rack;
  • a chemical toilet;
  • a new sign;
• installation of several picnic tables;
• addition of Adirondack chairs on the platform;
• installation of solar lighting at the park entrance and on the platform;
• landscaping.

Official opening scheduled for early June!

As announcedlast May, the entire project is the result of a remarkable collaboration between the Quality of Life Advisory Committee, the Recreation, Community Life and Culture Department, which coordinated the concept and citizen consultation, and the Public Works and Fixed Assets Department, which is responsible for the implementation of the project.

When fully completed, Gagné Park will be a pleasant new gathering place for families to play, and for all generations to enjoy the rest areas and picnic areas.

The Town of Sutton will be proud to inaugurate with you the new layout of Gagné Park in early June: follow the news for the announcement of the date!

More information on the Gagné Park redevelopment project at revons.sutton.ca