Back to SearchWASAGA BEACH – Today Mayor Brian Smith issued the following statement, welcoming news that Justice Casullo has endorsed the Town's Order vesting Allenwood Beach into the ownership of the Town:
"It's official — the Town's ownership of Allenwood Beach has been confirmed and resolved. This is great news.
Council made it a priority to bring this matter to a conclusion as soon as we were made aware that the Town had purchased this property in 2012. When it comes to finance and purchases of land using tax payer dollars there is no room for grey – this is a black and white matter and we now have the clarity we were seeking.
The Province included these lands within the provincial park boundary and through the vesting order process, the Town and Council is looking to reaffirm our ownership, clarify operational responsibilities (such as beach maintenance, restroom cleaning, and parking revenue management), and address liability concerns.
Staff will continue to work with the appropriate ministries on next steps.
The Town looks forward to continue collaborating with the province to make Wasaga Beach Provincial Park, Nancy Island and the Town of Wasaga Beach a world-class recreation destination.
Our focus remains on partnering with the province to strengthen our local economy and make life better for our full-time residents."
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