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Ground breaks on outdoor basketball court at Millennium Park and Ponds

After a year and a half of planning, ground has officially been broken on a new outdoor basketball court at Castlegar’s Millennium Park and Ponds. 

The Castlegar Rotary Club first approached city council with the idea for the court in early 2024. 

The city contributed $5,000 through its Community Enhancement Fund, with the remaining costs fundraised by the Rotary Club. 

A post from the city on social media said the 84-foot by 50-foot court will be located between the pickleball and volleyball courts. It will feature a navy-blue acrylic surface, white lines and a 12-foot gold Rotary wheel at centre court. 

The Rotary Club received approval to proceed with the project in April, with several conditions. 

The group was required to work with a qualified professional to assess nearby black cottonwood trees to ensure their preservation.  

A geotechnical review was also required to confirm site conditions, and the group had to ensure compliance with the city’s contractor management system and evaluate fencing options. 

Other requirements included: 

  • Court material must be asphalt with an acrylic sports surface coating 
  • Consideration for future conversion into a multi-use court 
  • A schedule of quantities, including estimated pricing, for accurate budgeting and planning 
  • Installation of benches for player comfort 
  • Consideration of site lighting, either during initial construction or as a future improvement, to enhance safety and usability 
  • A Chance Find Procedure in case of archaeological discoveries during construction 
  • An agreement between the Castlegar Rotary Interact Club and the city outlining roles, responsibilities and handover procedures 

Ground was broken July 21. The Rotary Club said it raised more than $115,000 to support the project, along with significant in-kind contributions from individuals and corporate partners. 

The project aligns with goals outlined in the city’s 2023–27 strategic plan, including a commitment to support community groups and enhance quality of life. 


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Storrm Lennie
Storrm Lennie
Storrm began her journalism career in the Kootenays, joining Vista Radio in 2022. Originally from Red Deer, Alta., she now calls Nelson home and brings her passion for politics and community to her reporting.

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