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Happy Rolph’s to get accessibility upgrade, playground to get name change

NOTE: This story has been updated to correct an error. Originally the story said Happy Rolph's was getting a name change. In fact, just the playground portion of the park is being renamed.

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Happy Rolph's Animal Farm is getting a $520,000 upgrade to increase accessibility.

The name of the park's playground will also be changed to the Rotary Club of St. Catharines Centennial Playground, following a $95,000 donation to the park from the club.

The other $425,000 will come from the City of St. Catharines. Originally the city had approved $330,000 to improve the park, with an extra $95,000 being approved to match the donation from the Rotary Club.

The goal is to make the park “the most accessible” park in St. Catharines, said a news release from the city.

The park is located on the Niagara-on-the-Lake side of the Welland Canal, though it is technically in St. Catharines.

The money will support a list of upgrades, including a new accessibility loop throughout the park linking the play area, accessible washrooms, animal pens and accessible parking spots, a new toddler play area, enhanced picnic area and additional swings. 

“The Rotary Club of St. Catharines celebrates its 100th anniversary in May 2021. To mark this significant occasion, we are pleased to partner with the City of St. Catharines and make a substantial contribution to upgrade the playground at Happy Rolph’s,” said Rotary Club president Sam Walters.

“The legacy of creating the most accessible park in St. Catharines to benefit this community is one our club is extremely proud to support.” 

Work is expected to begin in spring 2021. ?????

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