Warkworth Enhances Community Gateway

September 5, 2008

NEWS

The Municipality of Trent Hills and the Trent Hills and District Chamber of Commerce are improving access to the community centre and other public spaces.

The province is investing $44,600 in phase two of the Warkworth Revitalization project, which involves improving the two gateway entrances to the village centre and creating accessible and attractive public spaces within the village. Phase one included similar enhancements on Main Street. This work is part of plan to increase local economic activity..

The funding is part of the Rural Economic Development Program which invests in community-based projects in three priority areas:

  • Revitalized communities and downtowns
  • Enhanced skills training
  • Improved access to health care services

QUOTES

"Creating an attractive tourism destination in Warkworth enhances the atmosphere for residents and investors," said Northumberland-Quinte West MPP Lou Rinaldi. "Improving the streetscape and entrance routes to a community can have direct and positive impacts on a community's economy."

"Streetscape improvement has been an ongoing community priority and we have seen positive benefits from phase one of this project" said Hector Macmillan, Mayor of The Municipality of Trent Hills. "Phase two will continue to provide a strong foundation for economic development within our community."

QUICK FACTS

 

  • Since 2003, Ontario has invested $60 million in 183 projects through the Rural Economic Development Program.
  • Trent Hills includes the communities of Warkworth, Campbellford, Seymore, Percy and Hastings.

LEARN MORE

Find out more about the communities of Trent Hills

Read more about Managing Your Downtown

For more information contact:
Sherry Persaud, Minister's Office, 416-326-6439
Brent Ross, Communications Branch, 416-326-9342

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