The Town of Huntsville has received a $60,000 grant for accessibility improvements at Port Sydney Beach.
The Town’s 2021 Capital Budget included funds for the project, however, the Town is now able to expand the accessible features thanks to the Inclusive Communities Grant from the Ontario Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility.
The Port Sydney Beach project will include the installation of a 50-metre-long accessible ramp and mobility mats at the beach to allow persons with disabilities and those with mobility issues easier access to the beach and water area.
It’s likely the project will also include the creation of a hard surface walking path from the upper parking lot to beach area complete with handrail, the installation of mobility mats at the waterfront to assist people with mobility issues and provide access to the water as well as levelling and providing ramps as required to access the shelter building, wharf and main dock.