Countryside Park

More Space to Experience Your City Outdoors

Big things are coming to your Rotary Complex as the City of Stratford takes the first step toward creating its latest Community Park. Our goal is to create an environment in the park property so that, when we are done, Countryside Park will be a well-used outdoor space addressing the year-round needs and activities of its diverse, surrounding community.

Getting it Right

It’s so important that we get a cross-section of community feedback on the development of the park space. To accomplish this, we are using an open consultative process with Countryside Park priority audiences and pop-up events to collectively conceive a design that everyone supports. The ultimate outcome will be a plan to guide the creation of the future park.

All City projects must contribute to Stratford’s sustainability. In other words the Comprehensive Plan is an integral part of ‘getting it right’ with its guidelines and criteria that will let us weigh the various options that emerge through public consultation and outreach.

Be a Voice

We believe the best result for Countryside Park will come from a robust participation that includes everyone with an interest in Stratford’s parks.

If this sounds like you, stay tuned here. Follow the process - share your thoughts and listen to the thoughts of others. Help us make sure that every step is a step forward.

Are you new to the conversation? Be informed about where we are coming from by reading more here.

Where are we now?

Preparing for Public Consultation

As shown on our timeline at right, there are a few steps to the consultative process.

First we begin with Priority Audience interviews, followed by a Pop-up Workshop at the Stratford Fair so that our hired designer can get the input of those who will use Countryside Park. This will be followed by a Public Information Centre where two design schematics will be shared and discussed. While some events are by invitation, all residents will have the opportunity to be informed and share thoughts and opinions here through Engage Stratford, our Pop-ups, and the Public Information Centre.

A Key Factor – The Development Process

Before construction begins on lands connected with the approved subdivision plan, we need to ensure funding and an overall vision is in place. In preparation, we are developing clear guidance documents for the actual park installation. We are committed to keeping people updated throughout this period.