New Neighbourhood Concept - What are your thoughts?

Municipality Transforms Housing Commitment into Concrete Action

St. Mary’s, May 29, 2024 – In a momentous step towards addressing the ongoing housing crisis, the Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s is announcing actionable measures aimed at turning its commitment to challenge the housing crisis into action. Specifically, the Municipality is committing an approximately 50-acre piece of municipal land on the edge of Sherbrooke between Stonewall Park and the St. Mary’s Education Centre for housing development. The Municipality will be launching an RFP to have a neighborhood concept plan developed for the land. The neighborhood concept plan will facilitate public feedback on best development and housing solutions and support the engagement of developers. Further, the Municipality will be formally inviting the Province to consider working with the municipality to locate the recently announced new Long term care facility to be developed for Sherbrooke in this location.

The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s is announcing actionable measures aimed at turning its commitment to challenge the housing crisis into action. Specifically, the Municipality is requesting feedback from St. Mary’s residents and businesses regarding a Neighbourhood Concept for the municipal land next to St. Mary’s Education Centre/ Academy in Sherbrooke. The transformative next step of issuing a Request for Proposal for the design of a Neighbourhood Concept underscores the Municipality's dedication to ensuring that all residents have access to safe, secure, and affordable housing.

Warden Greg Wier emphasized the urgency and significance of this initiative, in November of 2023, by stating "Housing is a fundamental human right, and it is our responsibility as a Municipality to ensure that every possible policy and financial commitment is in place to accelerate residents’ access to a decent and affordable place to live. Council’s commitment to housing is not just about providing a roof over people's heads, but also about creating a more equitable and sustainable community for all."

To see the Press Release click the link below: 
pdf FINAL 29 May 24 Press Release Neighbourhood Concept (133 KB)

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The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s Council has pledged its commitment towards creating a more inclusive and sustainable community by addressing the housing crisis that the Municipality has been facing. With rising housing prices and a shortage of affordable housing options, the council has recognized the urgent need to take action to ensure that everyone has access to safe, secure, and affordable housing.

 

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