The City of Penticton and School District 67 have entered license to use agreements that will keep former outdoor park and recreation areas at Carmi and Parkway Elementary Schools open and maintained for community use.
The agreements cover fields, park and playground areas, and ball diamonds at both locations, ensuring these outdoor spaces remain accessible for neighbourhood recreation and informal use. Under the agreements, the City will be responsible for maintenance and related oversight, with sites maintained to a standard consistent with when the schools were operational.
“Neighbourhood green spaces are vital to the health, wellbeing and livability of our city,” says Mayor Julius Bloomfield. “These agreements ensure that even as circumstances change, residents continue to have access to open, outdoor spaces that support recreation, connection and community life.”
The agreements reflect a shared commitment by the City and school district to collaboration and continued community access to outdoor spaces following the recent school closures.
“These sites continue to play a meaningful role in community life,” says James Palanio, Chair of the Board of Education for School District 67. “Our partnership with the City helps ensure the grounds are cared for to a high standard and remain available for community use.”
The agreement follows similar arrangements in the region, including in Summerland, where former school playgrounds remain open to the public through partnerships between local governments and school districts.
For information about how to use or book the fields, visit our Sports Fields Webpage.