Downtown revitalization

The BR&E process in Fenelon Falls led to a downtown revitalization project also including Coboconk, Lindsay and Omemee.  All four communities provided action plans in 2017 that resulted in the City of Kawartha Lakes forming a Downtown Revitalization Committee of Council to coordinate implementation in each community.  Fenelon Forward is facilitating community consultation for the revitalization project in Fenelon Falls.

“The Fenelon Falls Downtown Revitalization project includes properties located on Lindsay Street and Colborne Street, between Bond Street to the north and just past West Street to the south. The boundaries extend westward to include Water Street, May Street, Market Street and Francis Street locations.

The Fenelon Falls Downtown Revitalization program works to develop the proper mix of public space and social uses combined with bustling commercial activity to create a vibrant and engaging environment for residents and visitors alike. Strengthening local business, investing in built-environment, designing public spaces that encourage civic activities and providing work and living opportunities are some of the initiatives involved in improving the social, economic and physical health of our Downtowns.”

For more details visit the City of Kawartha Lake’s “Jump In” engagement website.

Contacts for downtown revitalization:

Lynne Manning – 705-887-1989 – lmanning@i-zoom.net
Chris Handley- 705-887-3242 – chris@handleylumber.ca
Anna Radey 705-887-1986 – anna.radey@gmail.com

Fenelon Forward

Fenelon Forward was formed six years ago to advocate for improvements in Fenelon Falls, initially as a committee of the Chamber of Commerce. Fenelon Forward partnered with the Chamber and City of Kawartha Lakes in the Business Retention & Expansion project.

Results include:

  • Launching the Town Crier online newsletter
  • Promoting infrastructure improvements for growth (waste water treatment, roads and sidewalks) and downtown revitalization.
  • There also was active participation in the City’s official plan amendment preparation.

Fenelon Forward organizes public discussions and consultations about issues and improvements in Fenelon Falls, and undertakes surveys or other fact-finding activities

Contact for Fenelon Forward

Alan Engelstad – 705-887-7169 – alan.engelstad@gmail.com

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