Media Release - Ambleside Tiddlycove Lions Club donates $30,000 for upgrades to the Ambleside Park playground
Friday, September 07, 2012
Friday, September 7, 2012, West Vancouver, BC – The District of West Vancouver is pleased to announce that it has received a $30,000 donation from the Ambleside Tiddlycove Lions Club (ATLC) for playground equipment upgrades in Ambleside Park.
Mr. Richard Goluboff, an ATLC representative, says: “We recognize that healthy communities need outdoor spaces that meet the needs of residents of all ages. Upgrading the Ambleside Park playground will provide the next generation of West Vancouverites with the equipment for healthy, active lifestyles. In essence, our donation is to the future of our community.”
Mayor Michael Smith, says: “We are extremely grateful for this donation to a much loved and well used community amenity. The Lions Club has been a longstanding community partner and we are lucky to have them as active community members in West Vancouver.”
The District is grateful to have been selected for such a generous donation. Updates on the playground revitalization process will be provided as they arise.
Photo credit (left to right): Cheque presentation to Peter Black, Dave MacDonald, Richard Goluboff, the District’s Director of Parks and Community Services, Anne Mooi, West Vancouver Mayor, Michael Smith, and Garry Ferris.
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