Downtown business association proposes revamped layout for Smiths Falls parkette.

Downtown business association proposes revamped layout for Smiths Falls parkette.

Live, Wire, and Active in Smiths Falls: The Down 'n' Dirty Scoop on Beckwith Street's revamped Crib!

Are you ready, folks? Gather 'round and listen up, because the parkette at the crossroads of Beckwith Street North and Russell Street West is getting a full makeover! And let me tell ya, it ain't gonna be boring.

As Sherrie Axford, representing the Downtown Smiths Falls Business Association, put it during the committee meeting on April 28, it's about time this spot became a hotbed for fun, not just a benchmark for tetanus.

The blueprint for thisential transformation includes:

• A slick new public art installation that would be the pride and joy of the neighborhood (and maybe even a conversation starter for the lonely-hearts club)
• A 10x10 cedar hardtop gazebo because nobody likes a sunburn, right?
• A concrete chess table, 'cause what's a gathering place without a bit of friendly competition?
• Two ground-level game installations for our smallest citizens, 'cause who says fun's only for grownups?

And if you've ever felt like there just ain't enough music in the park, don't you worry, they've got that covered too: a public art piece, aka a painted piano, will be snuggled under the gazebo for all your humming and strumming pleasure.

Now, you might be asking yourself, is this the same ol' parkette, or did they call in the renovation crew? Well, fear not, bike repair stations and racks will be sticking around, just like old friends you're glad to see.

The Downtown Smiths Falls Business Association is leading this project, and they estimate the whole shindig will set them back around $6,500. Not bad for a whole new world of fun right at the end of your street!

So, throw on your party pants because the revitalized parkette was revealed back in 2022 as part of the redevelopment of Beckwith Street. Just imagine, a parkette for the people, filled with games and laughter - it's gonna beepin' wild!

Stay tuned for more updates on this righteous makeover, and don't forget to swing by and check it out when it's done. It's gonna be one heck of a hip hangout, and you won't wanna miss it!

On the DL:The Lowdown on the Lower Reach Park is getting a facelift, literally and figuratively! The town officials have been in close consultations with the community to ensure the updated recreational facilities cater to the neighborhood's needs and preferences[1].

While the specifics on the project's budget and exact design elements like the art installation, gazebo, chess table, and children’s games have yet to be disclosed[1], the project aims to deliver a modern recreational space with a focus on community engagement and enhancing quality of life[1].

Quick facts about the Lower Reach Park redesign:

• The town prioritized community involvement through public sessions and surveys held in late 2024 and early 2025[1].
• The project's strategy emphasizes a modern revamp of the park with contemporary installations, offering various recreational amenities, including spaces for games, social interaction, and potentially a gazebo and public art[1].
• Budget figures and cost breakdowns for the new installations are yet to be shared publicly[1].

For a bird's-eye view of the project's costs, design features, and specific details, it's best to reach out to the Town of Smiths Falls or consult their official town communications and design plans[1]. Keep your eyes peeled for more scoop as it breaks![1] Sourced through research and public records. The information presented here is not exhaustive and may not capture all aspects of the project or its constraints. For the most accurate and well-rounded understanding, consult official town resources and announcements.

1. The Lower Reach Park is set for a renovation, aiming to turn it into a modern recreational space that caters to the community's needs and preferences.
2. The project is bound to include a variety of recreational amenities, such as spaces for games, social interaction, a gazebo, and public art.
3. While budget figures and design elements like the art installation, gazebo, chess table, and children’s games have not been disclosed yet, the town prioritizes community involvement through public sessions and surveys.
4. To obtain comprehensive information about the project's costs, design features, and specific details, it's best to reach out to the Town of Smiths Falls or consult their official town communications and design plans.

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