MPP David Piccini alongside Mayor Olena Hankivsky and the Municipality of Port Hope team, officially opened the new pump track at the Town Park Recreation Centre at 62 McCaul Street.
This project was made possible thanks to a $200,000 Capital grant from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation in 2024.
The facility is expected to serve more than 9,000 residents each year.
The track is designed to a beginner/intermediate level and includes signage, benches and landscaping.
Hankivsky stated this project reflects the municipality’s commitment to promoting active lifestyles and creating inclusive spaces where residents of all ages and abilities can come together and enjoy outdoor recreation.
The track accommodates a variety of wheeled sports, including bicycles, scooters, skateboards, and even wheelchairs.
Following community engagement to identify desired features, the track includes a park connection and staging area, an elevated start ramp, rolling rhythm sections, a ‘step-up’ jump, large, banked corners, and a re-start area—creating a dynamic and accessible experience for everyone.
