Funding and Community Space Options

Safety and Operation Considerations

To build anything new at the Golata Creek site, we have to follow safety rules and building codes. The community will also need to be able to take care of the space and follow rules for public buildings, like health and fire safety. Before we can build, the PRRD board needs to approve a public vote (called a referendum), and most people in the community need to vote "yes."

How Much Might it Cost to Build?

Building costs can be very different depending on what we build. Simple outdoor structures cost the least. Buildings with kitchens and bathrooms cost much more. The price also changes based on how big it is, how it looks and what materials we use. Remember, these costs usually don't include things like permits, design work or furniture inside. Right now, we want to know if you want a new building, what you'd like it to be and if you'd support using tax money for it. We will provide more in-depth cost projections once we have narrowed this down from the community.

How Much Will it Cost to Run?

We'll need money to build the new space and to keep it running. The community will pay for things like electricity, insurance and fixing things through taxes. How much depends on what we build and if we need to borrow money for construction. Having regular tax money would also help the community group run events without worrying about basic costs.

Money We Have Now

The PRRD has saved $500,000 from local funds for a new space. But, the community needs to vote "yes" in a referendum to new taxes to use this money.

What We're Asking You

Creating a new community space and keeping it running smoothly will require funding. This could involve using the $500,000 the Peace River Regional District has saved (which needs community approval through a vote to use) and covering ongoing costs like electricity and maintenance through taxes.

To help us understand what's most important to you when it comes to these costs, we have a few questions for you:

Are you willing to support a new community space with your tax dollars?
Does your support for a community space depend on the type of structure that is built? For example, a community hall versus an outdoor recreational space?
Thinking about your monthly budget, how much is your household willing to put forward for a community space?