Fonthill is moving into 2016 with another announcement of new development. It was just early December when construction began on the Rosewood Estates development within the East Fonthill Secondary Plan zone and then this past Tuesday, Pelham town councillors agreed to move $37 million for a multi-use complex into the town's capital budget.
Pelham’s new multi-use complex
Construction on the new complex could begin as early as August of this year, though the city has yet to secure any provincial or federal funding for the project. Original reports, saw the community centre budgeted for 2017.
The complex’s amenities will include multi-purpose space, a walking track, an atrium, a gymnasium, a concession stand and a large arena with seating for up to 1500. If demand grows in the future from residents, potential is there to add an additional ice pad to added to the complex. The complex will be located within the East Fonthill Secondary plan development boundaries.
Recent community complexes developments in Niagara
Pelham is one of many Niagara municipalities in recent years that have chosen to invest in a new community centre. Here's a look at recent complexes across Niagara:
Town of Lincoln Community Complex - The Fleming Centre
5020 Serena Drive, Beamsville - Opened in 2014
Funding: This $15 million complex received $5 million through the Federal government's Building Canada Fund, the left the Town of Lincoln with $10 million. The town led a “Our Town/Our Time” fundraising campaign with goals of reaching $4 million in additional financing.
Amenities: Arena with seating for 500, 9000 sq. ft. public library, cafe, meeting rooms, indoor walking track
Kiwanis Aquatics Centre & Dr. Huq Family Library Branch
425 Carlton St, St. Catharines - Opened in 2012
Funding: This $20 million complex received a contribution $500,000 from the Kiwanis Club and $4.5 million through the Provinces Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative.
Amenities: Aquatic centre, library and a number of multi-purpose rooms
Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre
14 Anderson Lane, Niagara-on-the-Lake - Opened in 2011
Funding: This complex cost $6.5 million.
Amenities: Fitness and walking track area, auditorium, multiple multi-purpose rooms
Vale Health and Wellness Centre
550 Elizabeth St, Port Colborne - Opened in 2013
Funding: This $32 million complex is a shared space between the city and the YMCA of Niagara. The federal and provincial governments provided $17 million in funding.
Amenities: Two NHL size hockey rink, two swimming pools, a walking track, a gym and fitness room. Outside amenities: Six bocce courts, six soccer fields, three baseball fields, a playground and a recreational trail.
To read more about the growth initiatives and development in Pelham, I recommend this earlier blog, The significance of the East Fonthill Secondary Plan in Niagara.
