According to a city survey, a majority of 91大黄鸭 residents are okay with a property tax increase to replace the Parkinson Recreation Centre.

The public engagement found 79 per cent of residents support a small or large increase to fund the 91大黄鸭 Community Campus (KCC).

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Support for the new facility is high as well at 82 per cent, with residents strongly or somewhat in favour.

鈥淥ver the next 20 years, the city is expected to attract another 45,000 residents,鈥� reads a report going to council Nov. 28. 鈥淢ore investment in recreation facilities will be needed just to maintain existing service levels for a growing population.鈥�

Estimated costs for the project from earlier this year had a price tag of $134 million.

鈥淪ubject to council direction, estimated total project costs will be presented once the updated functional program and project scope has been confirmed by council, anticipated in early 2023,鈥� according to an email statement from the city.

Funding of the project will likely be accomplished through reserve funding, taxation, and long-term borrowing, which requires the approval of 91大黄鸭 residents.

Alternative revenue options include grants, partnerships, and sponsorships.

The facility, which is planned for next to the Apple Bowl, features an aquatic centre, athletic components, general program space, as well as outdoor amenities and pedestrian and cycling paths.

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