Stokes and Cullis Plaza is under construction at the entrance to Ladner Village. The project involves infrastructure and electrical upgrades to support new landscaping, seating, and lighting, including the construction of a new beacon sign for the village. Construction began on March 16 and final completion is expected for some time in August. The plaza will become a meeting place at the centre of the community.
Rotary Club of Ladner is contributing $25,000 towards the project for the installation of two e-bike charging stations and a large timber drifter bench. These two contributions will encourage visitors to explore Ladner Village in an easy, sustainable manner, while also providing a social space within the Plaza. Funding for this contribution comes mainly from the Ladner Rotary, but also from The Rotary Foundation through District 5040 of 49 clubs in the region. Photo of an e-bike charging station.
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| Aerial view of the plaza under construction at the corner of Ladner Trunk Road and Ellis | Ladner Rotarians, met at the construction site on May 23rd with Acting Mayor Dylan Kruger (l to r) Bob Silvester, Peter Roaf, Dylan Kruger, Irene Forcier, President Guillermo Bustos, Lynn Cameron, Walt Hayward and Glyn Abraham |
The following is an excerpt from the Delta Optimist.
"The Rotary Club of Ladner has been extremely supportive of our work and has played a valuable role in promoting and elevating social spaces to foster community growth," said Mayor George Harvie. "Their contribution to this project provides an essential element to Ladner Village that allows visitors to thoroughly explore this wonderful area and all the businesses that call the Village home.
The Rotary Club of Ladner has made several significant contributions to Ladner over the years, notably with the recent installation of the Ladner Rotary Splash Park in 2018.
"Once again the Rotary Club of Ladner has met its commitment to provide funding for a partnership with the City of Delta," said project chair Irene Forcier. "It is one of many projects the City has allowed Rotary to be involved with. Other projects include the Rotary StoryWalk and a major project that will be welcomed back when the weather changes, the sun arrives and the local children can once again utilize the Rotary Splash Park, with a theme of local farming, located in Memorial Park. Also in the park are barbecues and an upgraded Gazebo provided by Rotary. A future project is in the works and we are continuing our relationship with the City to improve our community."