2023 Annual Report I CITY OF CHILLIWACK CITY OF CHILLIWACK I 2023 Annual Report 26 27 STRATEGIC GOAL #4: STRONG NEIGHBOURHOODS Support accessibility, inclusion, diversity and truth and reconciliation. Fostering community spirit, attracting community events and supporting cultural groups, while providing high-quality parks and recreational opportunities. HOW WE WILL GET THERE WHAT WE ACHIEVED IN 2023 COMMUNITY CULTURE Foster community spirit by attracting community events and supporting cultural groups, community organizations and public art initiatives. Funded a large number of block parties and neighbourhood gatherings through the Celebration and Activity Grant Program. The Chilliwack Public Art Advisory Committee continued to support public art initiatives. Community Development Initiatives policy funded a number of community non-profit service providers. PARKS AND TRAILS Provide and enhance quality parks and recreational opportunities. Installation started on a new multi-use gaming area (MUGA) at Jinkerson Park. Upgraded the outdoor fitness area in Yarrow Pioneer Park. Installed off-leash dog areas at Jinkerson Park and Fairfield Park. Installed accessible rubber surface in Yarrow Pioneer Park playground. Two parks added to the Parks inventory: Weeden Park and Crimson Ridge Park. Branding and signage upgrades began on the Vedder Greenway. Continued work with Fraser Valley Regional District to enhance regional connections in Chilliwack. Completed phase 1 of the Hope River Trail, from Chartwell Drive to Kinsmen Park, to create a looping opportunity for Little Mountain trails. Construction began on a new play structure at Sardis Park, featuring accessible play features for children ages 2-5. Novice pump tracks added to Jinkerson Park and Vedder Park. Completed the Little Mountain Nature Park Trail loop. Completed Qoqó:lem Trail and Park at Vedder Mountain. Installed a drinking fountain at Townsend Park. Completed parking lot upgrades at Meadowbrook Park. Completed upgrades to west end parking lot at Townsend Park. Expanded the parking lot at Yarrow Community Centre. Completed the Bill Kelly playground at the Landing. Completed new parking lot at the Landing. STRATEGIC GOAL #4 CONTINUED: STRONG NEIGHBOURHOODS Support accessibility, inclusion, diversity and truth and reconciliation. Fostering community spirit, attracting community events and supporting cultural groups, while providing high-quality parks and recreational opportunities. HOW WE WILL GET THERE WHAT WE ACHIEVED IN 2023 INCLUSIVENESS Identify and support projects and programs that nurture accessibility, inclusion and diversity. Continued implementation of the Mayor’s Task Force on Inclusiveness, Diversity and Accessibility Action Plan. Developed the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee. Installed new fully accessible change room and completed other accessibility upgrades at the Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre. Installed a new elevator at the Landing Sports Centre for accessibility. Supported Pink Shirt Day. Continued to utilize alternative text on social media to make images more accessible. Continued to update accessible signage, including parking signs, with a new symbol of access from the Accessible Icon Project. Provided funding for inclusive events through Community Development Initiatives funding and the Neighbourhood Grant Program. The new addition to City Hall met or exceeded current accessibility standards. Installed new accessible doors at existing City Hall building. Continued to make accessible sidewalk and crosswalk improvements, including the installation of curb letdowns and five new audible crosswalks. Chilliwack City Council supported and funded the Downtown Chilliwack Business Improvement Association’s Pride and Veterans banner program. Playground accessibility improvements were included within the 10-year Comprehensive Municipal Plan.
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