The Township of Wilmot and the Waterloo Region District School Board (WDRSB) are excited to announce the kickoff of a long sought-after project at Waterloo-Oxford District Secondary School. During the summer months, construction of Wilmot Township's first artificial turf field will be undertaken.
This project has been financially supported by both the WRDSB and the Township through capital planning. It will serve the students of Waterloo-Oxford as well as the residents of the Township for football, soccer, field hockey and rugby. The project was designed by BJC Architects and is being constructed by 39 Seven Ltd., who have significant experience constructing artificial turf fields.
The shared value of the project is $1.577m and will result in a fully lit, top-class facility that will serve the community for many years. The benefits of an artificial turf field include a safe, professional facility, reduced maintenance costs, longer sport seasons in spring and fall, and the ability to attract higher level sporting activity.
Township Councillor and WODSS teacher Jeff Gerber was present at the construction kick off meeting and stated, "This project will provide tons of opportunities to build a healthy community. With walking trails from the WRC to W-O and Adam Beck, it further builds our central recreation hub. This project would not have been possible without community support. Otherwise, this project would still be a dream!"
WODSS Principal Carolyn Salonen said, "Staff and students are very excited to be getting a new home field. As our community continues to grow, this project will help ensure our continued reputation of athletic excellence. The WRDSB is very proud to partner with the Township of Wilmot and appreciates the support from the Township and the community".
The project is scheduled to be completed during the fall of 2020.
