Victoria Park getting new splash pad
TRURO, N.S. – Truro’s youngsters will have a new splash pad to help cool off this summer, with the town’s complete overhaul of the facility at Victoria Park.
The Town of Truro is using $150,000 from the Federal Gas Tax Fund to build a new splash pad. Work crews began demolishing the old pad on Feb. 4 and construction of its replacement will be completed by Tessier Récréoparc by early July, weather permitting.
“We think users will be excited when they see it and it’s free to use, especially on hot days and that’s a bonus,” said Ashley Simms, director of parks, recreation and culture.
Simms said the old splash pad, built 15 years ago, was showing signs of aging. The new facility will be fully wheelchair-accessible.
The new splash pad will also feature more water sprayers in different colours and bucket-like tanks on poles to soak users. Simms said the new features will allow children to be more imaginative and adventurous when playing.
“We are switching to a recycled water system and the extra features will make it more fun and efficient for users,” said Simms.
Truro received more than $1.1 million in gas tax refund proceeds in 2019, a one-time doubling of the usual amount. The money will pay for both the new splash pad and road improvements around town.
Streets slated for asphalt layover projects are:
• Arthur Street between King and Willow, $85,000
• Camden Road from Harmony Road to town limits, $330,000
• Harmony Road between town limits, $115,000 -Marshland Drive from Robie Street to Park Street, $315,000
Paving on Brunswick, Queen, Robie and Young streets was also completed, costing $150,000.
The town says the street projects form part of its fiveyear capital plan.