Community asked for input on future development options for Bud Miller All Seasons Park

Lloydminster, AB/SK – Community members and regional residents can share their thoughts and ideas on the future development of Bud Miller All Seasons Park from now until Wednesday, May 24, 2023.

Feedback received during Phase 2 of public engagement will help form a 10-year master plan to develop Lloydminster’s largest green space and a beloved community asset that serves as a gathering place for residents of all ages. The master plan will guide the park's development to create a sustainable, accessible and inclusive space for the community to enjoy.

To ensure that the master plan reflects the needs and desires of the community, residents and visiting parkgoers are encouraged to participate and provide feedback and ideas. The City is committed to engaging with the community throughout the process, and the feedback collected during the campaign will be used to inform the final master plan.

The City is excited about the potential for the new master plan to enhance the Bud Miller All Seasons Park and create a space that is even more welcoming and enjoyable for all. The final master plan will be presented to City Council for approval.

Phase II Engagement 

This phase of the master plan engagement runs Wednesday, May 10, through Wednesday, May 24, 2023. It includes: 

• a survey with an opportunity for respondents to provide comments on draft adjustments and ask additional questions
• an open house at the PSM Lawyers Park Centre on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, from 3-7 p.m.
• a virtual question and answer board, where residents can publicly ask more about the master plan and ask questions of the project team. 

For more information on the Bud Miller All Seasons Park Master Plan and to participate, visit YourVoiceLloyd.ca/BudMiller. Those without access to a computer can obtain a paper copy of the survey at:

• Bioclean Aquatic Centre (2903 59 Avenue)
• City Hall (4420 50 Avenue)
• Lloydminster Public Library (LloydMall)
• Servus Sports Centre (5202 12 Street)

Alternatively, people can contact the City of Lloydminster at 780-875-6184, Ext. 2322. Paper copies are due by Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at 11:59 p.m.

Quick Facts

• The latest engagement took place from January 30 to February 21, 2023, which helped draft the current master plan.
• Bud Miller All Seasons Park is named after James “Bud” Edgar Miller, a former member of the legislative assembly for the Progressive Conservatives in Alberta.
• Bud Miller All Seasons Park was established in 1986.
• Home to many of Lloydminster’s popular outdoor amenities, including:
  • 540 sq. metre spray park
  • 200-plus seat amphitheatre
  • 8 kilometres of cross-country ski trails
  • 6-acre trout pond for canoeing and rowing, fishing, skating, etc.
  • Beach volleyball and tennis, basketball and pickleball courts 

Background

City Council approved the consultant contract of the Bud Miller All Seasons Park Master Plan to Crosby Hanna & Associates of Saskatoon, Sask., for $44,990, excluding GST, during the council meeting on November 7, 2022. The original budgeted project cost is $150,000, with $50,000 covered by the Infrastructure Canada - Active Transportation Fund.

The request for proposal was open from September 22 to October 12, 2022. Seven bids were received.