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What's Happening The City of Peterborough is inviting residents to learn about the proposed improvement of Kawartha Heights Park and provide feedback. The park is located at 2229 Kawartha Heights Blvd in Ward 2.
In 2026, The City is planning a facility fit study and public engagement process. In 2027, Phase 1 work is proposed to upgrade the ball diamond or the rectangular field to a Level B and formalize parking. In 2028, Phase 2 work is proposed to provide a new splashpad, pet exercise area and multi-use sport court.
City parks will incorporate features for all ages with a focus on improving accessibility within the parks.
In 2023, the Parks and Outdoor Recreation Facility Study sought input from the community to create long-term strategies for the provision of selected types of outdoor culture and recreation facilities.
Kawartha Heights Park was identified as a candidate location for multiple facilities to improve and expand opportunities to support recreation across the City. Completion of this project will support the provision strategies as outlined in the report.
What we heard? Online Survey 324 people responded to the Kawartha Heights Park Redevelopment Survey. The survey showed 220 people would walk/run to the park, 125 people would drive to the park, and 74 would bike. The survey showed a strong support for play structure, open lawn and free play area and shade structure being high priority items. The survey showed Level B ball diamond, splashpad, pet exercise area and multi-use court as amenities people are most interested in. Respondents were able to provide additional comment at the end of the survey, 201 people chose to leave an additional comments which included how the existing green space and natural areas in the park are essential to the community, maintenance of the existing trails, the need for upgrades to the ball diamond, play structure and comments about the need for more seating and shade. Concerns with the availability of existing parking and comments about increased traffic. Comments have been summarized and posted on the project webpage. The concerns noted will be reviewed and addressed by the project team through the design process as the project progresses.
A facility fit study will be undertaken, taking into account feedback received. The facility fit study will be shared through a second consultation period, giving the public another opportunity to provide input.
Future information about the project will be updated on the Connect Peterborough project page.
Public Drop-In Session A public drop-in session was held on Thursday, April 30 2026 at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre. Feedback from this meeting will be included in a summary once the online survey closes.
The Presentation Boards from the public consultation represents the vision for the project and identifies the elements provided in the park.
What's Happening The City of Peterborough is inviting residents to learn about the proposed improvement of Kawartha Heights Park and provide feedback. The park is located at 2229 Kawartha Heights Blvd in Ward 2.
In 2026, The City is planning a facility fit study and public engagement process. In 2027, Phase 1 work is proposed to upgrade the ball diamond or the rectangular field to a Level B and formalize parking. In 2028, Phase 2 work is proposed to provide a new splashpad, pet exercise area and multi-use sport court.
City parks will incorporate features for all ages with a focus on improving accessibility within the parks.
In 2023, the Parks and Outdoor Recreation Facility Study sought input from the community to create long-term strategies for the provision of selected types of outdoor culture and recreation facilities.
Kawartha Heights Park was identified as a candidate location for multiple facilities to improve and expand opportunities to support recreation across the City. Completion of this project will support the provision strategies as outlined in the report.
What we heard? Online Survey 324 people responded to the Kawartha Heights Park Redevelopment Survey. The survey showed 220 people would walk/run to the park, 125 people would drive to the park, and 74 would bike. The survey showed a strong support for play structure, open lawn and free play area and shade structure being high priority items. The survey showed Level B ball diamond, splashpad, pet exercise area and multi-use court as amenities people are most interested in. Respondents were able to provide additional comment at the end of the survey, 201 people chose to leave an additional comments which included how the existing green space and natural areas in the park are essential to the community, maintenance of the existing trails, the need for upgrades to the ball diamond, play structure and comments about the need for more seating and shade. Concerns with the availability of existing parking and comments about increased traffic. Comments have been summarized and posted on the project webpage. The concerns noted will be reviewed and addressed by the project team through the design process as the project progresses.
A facility fit study will be undertaken, taking into account feedback received. The facility fit study will be shared through a second consultation period, giving the public another opportunity to provide input.
Future information about the project will be updated on the Connect Peterborough project page.
Public Drop-In Session A public drop-in session was held on Thursday, April 30 2026 at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre. Feedback from this meeting will be included in a summary once the online survey closes.
The Presentation Boards from the public consultation represents the vision for the project and identifies the elements provided in the park.
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What is a Level B ball diamond or rectangular field?
A Level B ball diamond is unlit with no outfield fences. Examples of Level B ball diamonds are following:
Barnardo Park
Brinton Carpet Park
Northland Park
Rube Brady Park
Stacey Green Park
Westclox Park
Kenner CVI
A Level B rectangular field is unlit. Examples of Level B rectangular fields are following:
Adam Scott CVI
Beavermead Park (6 fields)
Crestwood SS
Kenner CVI
St. Peter SS
Have the amenities been decided upon already?
The City is seeking input from residents to ensure park amenities will meet the needs of the community. This input will help inform the design of the project.
Kawartha Heights Park was identified as a candidate location in the Parks and Outdoor Recreation Facility Study for a Level B ball diamond, rectangular field,splashpad, dog park andmulti-sport court.The study sought input from the community to create long-term strategies to improve and expand opportunities to support recreation across the City.
All proposed upgrades and amenities are subject to budget approval by City Council. Following the initialconsultation period, a facility fit study will be undertaken, taking into account feedback received. The facility fit study will be shared through a second consultation period, giving the public another opportunity to provide input before final budget approval.
What is a multi-sport court? Does it include Pickleball?
The intention for the multi-sport court is to include line markings for basketball and ball hockey. Pickleball is not being considered for these courts.
What is a Level B ball diamond or rectangular field?
A Level B ball diamond is unlit with no outfield fences. Examples of Level B ball diamonds are following:
Barnardo Park
Brinton Carpet Park
Northland Park
Rube Brady Park
Stacey Green Park
Westclox Park
Kenner CVI
A Level B rectangular field is unlit. Examples of Level B rectangular fields are following:
Adam Scott CVI
Beavermead Park (6 fields)
Crestwood SS
Kenner CVI
St. Peter SS
Have the amenities been decided upon already?
The City is seeking input from residents to ensure park amenities will meet the needs of the community. This input will help inform the design of the project.
Kawartha Heights Park was identified as a candidate location in the Parks and Outdoor Recreation Facility Study for a Level B ball diamond, rectangular field,splashpad, dog park andmulti-sport court.The study sought input from the community to create long-term strategies to improve and expand opportunities to support recreation across the City.
All proposed upgrades and amenities are subject to budget approval by City Council. Following the initialconsultation period, a facility fit study will be undertaken, taking into account feedback received. The facility fit study will be shared through a second consultation period, giving the public another opportunity to provide input before final budget approval.
What is a multi-sport court? Does it include Pickleball?
The intention for the multi-sport court is to include line markings for basketball and ball hockey. Pickleball is not being considered for these courts.
