Help shape the future of Millwood Park and Carlyle Park
We are upgrading the park amenities and adding stormwater measures to Millwood Park and Carlyle Park. Your input will help guide the design of these upgrades so that the parks better serve the neighbourhood.
Park updates will include:
- Trail upgrades
- Reinvestment in playground equipment in the Carlyle Park and Millwood Park area
- A stormwater pond or other stormwater feature at Millwood Park
- Other new features to respond to the community’s needs in these parks
We thank you for your contributions while we look for a workable design solution that:
- Reduces future flood risks
- Protects and improves water quality
- Reinvests in play within these parks
- Responds to community needs at both parks
- Fits within the project budget
For more information on this project, please read the project background.
Construction of park improvement is expected to take place in 2025. Construction of the stormwater pond is expected to take place in 2027.
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FAQs
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First consultation
- Why is this project important? We are not close to any creek or river.
- Would this stormwater project have any impacts on the nearby natural area?
- If you install a pond, how big will the pond be? Where would it be in the park? What would it look like?
- If you install a pond, what safety features would you install around it?
- What might happen to the net for the ball field?
- Would this stormwater pond include a fountain?
- Would a pond attract mosquitoes and geese? How will you prevent these from becoming a problem?
- If you install a pond, will it impact groundwater levels or make my basement wet?
- Are the supporting studies that led to this project available for public review?
- What neighbourhood consultation has already happened? What other consultation will happen?
- How does the City of Kitchener decide which parks get special features like splash pads and off-leash areas for dogs? Can either of these be added to Millwood or Carlyle Park?
- How does the City advertise for public engagement?
- How does the City ensure minority groups and a wide range of stakeholders are engaged?
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Design consultation
- Why did the City choose this park?
- Can the next presentation/public meeting be recorded?
- Can you send out graphic/colored flyers to display information shared at meetings? As another option aside from digital?
- What is the purpose of the fence? Is it needed?
- Would sails (used for shade) need to be replaced often?
- Is it possible to design natural playground equipment that is user-friendly and safe?
- Can you include park elements that differ from nearby parks to offer variety to the neighborhood?
- Can a proper cricket pitch be built?
- Would stairs be an option instead of regarding the trail?
- How will this stormwater pond affect my property taxes?
Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund
This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada. For more information about the City of Kitchener's partnership with the Government of Canada through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund, visit kitchener.ca/Stormwater
Free landscaping consultation
Our partner Reep Green Solutions can help you beautify your yard while reducing runoff to Schneider Creek. Find out if you qualify for a free, on-site consultation with a landscape designer. Visit Rain Smart Neighbourhoods reepgreen.ca/rain-smart
Who's Listening
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Design and Construction Project Manager (Sanitary and Stormwater)
City of Kitchener
Phone 519-741-2345 (TTY:1-866-969-9994) Email MillwoodCarlylePark@kitchener.ca -
Phone 519-741-2345 (TTY:1-866-969-9994) Email MillwoodCarlylePark@kitchener.ca -
Phone 519-741-2345 (TTY:1-866-969-9994) Email MillwoodCarlylePark@kitchener.ca