We received over 100 feedback form responses, met and listened to dozens at the 2 Open Houses and further discussed future possibilities with 20 key interest holder representatives.

Next Steps

Staff will analyze the engagement feedback, share a summary of the results and move forward with providing Council with the non-farm use application report for review and decision.

Maple Ridge is 'ice-cited' to share that planning is underway for two new ice sheets at the existing arena complex at Albion Fairgrounds, envisioning a hub for ice and dryland sports in our community.

Planning and delivering on additional rinks are recommendations within the 2023 Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan. The Recreation Facility Feasibility Study, currently in progress, included an assessment to determine if an ice sheet could be accommodated as part of an aquatic recreation facility at Hammond Community Park. Through completion of the feasibility study's phase 1 community engagement, and the service demand analysis that followed, it was evident that two additional ice sheets are needed in the short term for our growing community.

Through further site analysis at Hammond Community Park and the development of concept options it became clear that Hammond Community Park was not sufficiently large enough to accommodate the desired services as well as the necessary parking. The fairgrounds site is the most viable option for the arenas, and has the benefit of complementing the existing facility, creating a sports and event hub for the community.

Approval by the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) is required to use the land for non-farm use at the fairgrounds. In 2024, the City received approval from the ALC for a 4th ice sheet on the west side of the arena complex. As the City is now planning for two sheets, a new approval is required, and the City will submit an application to the ALC for additional non-farm use to accommodate the two new rinks.

Level of Engagement - Consult

The engagement for this project is at the "consult" level of the International Association for Public Participation's (IAP2) Spectrum of Public Participation. This means that we will obtain public feedback on analysis, alternatives and/or decisions.

Learn more about how we use the Spectrum as a foundation for community engagement here!

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