By Mark Squibb\April 6, 2023
Mount Pearl council during a public meeting of March 21 approved a request for an additional environmental site assessment for the site of the future civic centre, splash pad, and ice rink facility.
“A phase I and phase II environmental site assessment was completed to identify any hazardous materials on the site,” explained councillor Isabelle Fry. “In order to adequately understand the extent of hazardous materials and mitigation options, a phase III environmental site assessment is required. This will include additional test pit excavation and evaluation.”
The total cost of the additional test is $39,270, HST included.
“This is something that needs to be done, given that this property was in use for a number of years,” said Mayor Dave Aker.
The site in question is located at the Team Gushue Sports Complex.
Council first proposed plans for the new 18,000 square foot community space, which includes the community centre, splash pad, and ice rink in July 2021, and anticipates spending roughly $9 million on the project.
Once completed, the centre will replace the Park Place Community Centre as a hub of community activity.
