An $85.4M estimate. Now add a library.
Woodstock added a library to the recreation complex design. What is the full price now—and what will residents pay to run it?
See the decision.
Pick a plan. Explain the trade-off.
What would you choose?
Choices to question · not a public vote or a list of approved projects.
Proposal: build the combined facility
What it could achieveBring swimming, ice, indoor recreation and library services together.
The trade-offPublish the updated construction price, annual operating subsidy, user fees and borrowing before committing.
Proposal: build in phases
What it could achieveOpen the most urgent facilities first and spread the work over time.
The trade-offLater phases may cost more and some needs wait longer; show the staging and access consequences.
Proposal: upgrade existing facilities first
What it could achieveTest how much extra access existing buildings can provide.
The trade-offOlder buildings may limit capacity and accessibility; compare their remaining life and renewal costs.
Same issue. Same opportunity to explain.
Where do they stand?
What facility can Woodstock afford to build and operate?
19 people
Their public position
Treat new recreation facilities as necessary for activity, health and growth.
This is Woodstock election interview — Jerry AcchioneMore context & statements
Supports the proposed North Woodstock recreation facility.
Candidate campaign websiteFull position & history
Deb Tait
Serving: City-County Councillor / Seeking: Deputy Mayor-County Councillor
Their public position
Supports a new recreation facility at a manageable pace.
This is Woodstock election interview — Deb TaitMore context & statements
Full position & history
Bernia Martin
Serving: City-County Councillor / Seeking: Deputy Mayor-County Councillor
Their public position
Plan facility replacements earlier and examine sharing school gymnasiums for city recreation.
This is Woodstock election interview — Bernia MartinMore context & statements
Full position & history
Their public position
Consider higher recreation fees for non-residents.
This is Woodstock election interview — Connie LauderMore context & statements
Full position & history
Their public position
Make the future recreation facility a high priority.
This is Woodstock election interview — Kate LeatherbarrowMore context & statements
She views long-term debt as a way for future residents to share costs.
Wants the multi-use recreation facility expedited during the next term.
Candidate response published by WoodstockCandidates.caFull position & history
Mark Schadenberg
Serving: City Councillor / Seeking: City-County Councillor
Their public position
Supports additional ice and aquatics in the recreation complex.
Candidate response published by WoodstockCandidates.caMore context & statements
Would include subsidized childcare only if the County operated it from its budget.
Full position & history
Their public position
Wants more swimming, athletic and event spaces.
Candidate campaign websiteMore context & statements
No costed scope or approved facility follows from this statement.
Full position & history
Their public position
Wants an outdoor pool restored and expanded recreation capacity.
Candidate response published by WoodstockCandidates.caMore context & statements
His platform also lists ice pads and indoor basketball; no costed delivery plan is given.
Full position & history
Their public position
Supports advancing a detailed recreation-facility plan that could be phased.
Candidate response published by WoodstockCandidates.caMore context & statements
Says taxpayers cannot carry the whole cost; no confirmed grant is claimed.
Full position & history
Their public position
Seek grants and user-group partnerships for recreation facilities; favour a year-round indoor pool.
This is Woodstock election interview — Dave BloxsidgeMore context & statements
Proposes an ad hoc committee for the recreation centre.
Candidate response published by WoodstockCandidates.caFull position & history
Their public position
Wants lifecycle costs and demand reviewed before major facilities.
Candidate campaign website
Their public position
Budget for the multisport recreation centre over the next five to ten years.
This is Woodstock election interview — Daniel LeducMore context & statements
Full position & history
Their public position
Build recreation capacity for longer-term population growth, potentially in phases.
This is Woodstock election interview — Wes MazurMore context & statements
Supports a phased, long-term plan for year-round aquatics and recreation.
Candidate response published by WoodstockCandidates.caFull position & history
Their public position
Require strong fundraising, sponsorship and outside funding before advancing a new recreation complex.
This is Woodstock election interview — Maureen RalphMore context & statements
Wants major projects tested against needs and existing capacity.
Candidate campaign websiteFull position & history
Their public position
Supports additional recreation space only if affordable.
This is Woodstock election interview — Kurt SutherlandMore context & statements
Full position & historyNo people match both filters. Choose Everyone or All positions.
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What facility can Woodstock afford to build and operate?
The record stays here
What happened. What happens next.
Initial scope and estimate presented
The City project page reports the $85,404,500 estimate in 2024 dollars.
Library added to the design
Council approved including a Woodstock Public Library branch in the schematic design.
Watch for the updated schematic design, cost estimate and financing decision. The published 2029 forecast is a planning placeholder, not a promised opening.
Meetings & agendasOpen the documents
City recreation facility project and cost estimateSeptember 3, 2026 Council highlightsWoodstock Council agendas and minutesThe full issue recordCorrect this page or add a sourceGot a stronger alternative?
Name the change. Show what it costs. Explain what it gives up.
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