#public-facilities

#public-facilities

Willowbrook Park, a beloved destination for children, has all public bathrooms closed due to repairs, leading to reliance on porta-potties for parkgoers.

The issue was discovered days before the pool was scheduled to open on June 27, as crews filled the basin with water. The Parks Department indicated that the broken pipe was 'pretty big,' making repairs complex.

"There is an urgency," said Navaratnam. "The federal funding, provincial funding and even the city land is conditional on the fact that the community is going to come together and help build this public facility for us."

The kiosk-style units are part of Adams' 'Ur In Luck' initiative, which commits the city to building 46 new public restrooms by 2029 to address the lack of them in the five boroughs.

"I'm sure residents passing by during the works have been curious about this landmark building as it has taken form in the heart of West Wickham and I encourage residents to soon explore the impressive new facilities firsthand."

Failure to do this will risk a reduction in physical activity levels, a negative impact on physical and mental health, greater health inequalities and lower productivity.

Immigration is massive here. Runcorn feels like a dumping ground for illegal immigrants. We've had the Derby Hotel. We've got houses and multiple occupancy, it's a big issue.