Moved by: Councillor Beros
Whereas the Richmond Hill Canoe Club was founded in 1991 and offers competitive and recreational paddling programs promoting fun and fitness for all ages
Whereas the club strives to provide opportunities for all paddlers and shares their love for sport with the community through their various programs
Whereas thousands of individuals, including residents, athletes and their families, utilize the facility regularly
Whereas many of these athletes have been very successful and represented Canada internationally
Whereas current facilities are inadequate as there is limited accessibility, no space for winter training, no running water or lockers, insufficient boat storage, and insufficient space at the club
Whereas other canoe clubs in Ontario, such as the Mississauga Canoe Club and the Burloak Canoe Club are fully accessible and have sufficient storage, space, lockers and functioning amenities
Whereas reconstructing and revitalizing the Richmond Hill Canoe Club would be beneficial to residents and athletes visiting and residing in Richmond Hill
Whereas sufficient funding is needed to ensure proper reconstruction
Therefore be it resolved that staff be directed to investigate opportunities to rebuild and expand the Canoe Club to include:
1. Training facilities for the club;
2. Opportunities for public private partnership for capital and ongoing operating costs for the property;
3. No added tax burden for Richmond Hill residents.
Therefore be it resolved that Staff be directed to report back to Council before the end of Q2 2020.