Construction to begin on 22 acre sports field in Waterloo
Posted Jun 4, 2014 05:00:06 AM.
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A sports field that spans over 22 acres of land on Westmount Road in Waterloo is officially in the works, with construction set to begin this month.
City of Waterloo Councillor Angela Veith voted in favour of the project after initially voting against it due to environmental concerns.
“The majority voted for it so I just feel I have to support it. I mean it’s happening and that’s the way it is, whether you agree with it or not, it’s a council decision.”
Veith goes on to say that some compromises have been made including the planting of additional trees around the property, as well as a 12 acre “buffer” that will remain as a vegetative restoration area.
The cost of the development is approximately $2.1 million dollars and is located on leased land from the University of Waterloo.
