Resolutions

WHEREAS, Provincial Grant funding has been cut affecting urban parks throughout Saskatchewan, namely the Pehonan Parkway in Prince Albert, Wakamow in Moose Jaw, Chinook Parkway in Swift Current, Battleford River Valley in the Battlefords and Tatagwa in Weyburn; and

WHEREAS, municipalities have invested budgeted monies, grants and funding through strong community partnerships to build functional, beautiful urban park spaces for residents and visitors; and

WHEREAS, to maintain quality services in urban parks, a consistent response with staffing levels, infrastructure upgrades and capital improvements is necessary to continue growth and demand; and

WHEREAS, park spaces play an integral role in quality of life by offering free of charge public access to a barrier-free and inclusive environment, which promotes physical activity, reduces stress and improves overall mental health; and

WHEREAS, innovative programming, community outreach and improvements to the urban park systems and conservation areas continues to be an important offering for residents and visitors;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT SUMA advocate for the Provincial Government to re-establish grant funding and partner with Saskatchewan municipalities in order to sustain and grow our beautiful urban parkways and open spaces.