Jack Bagley Community Park Development
Through public input, a concept plan was developed for Jack Bagley Community Park. This plan will be implemented through a phased approach.
The first phase is now complete and includes one tennis court, five pickleball courts, a paved plaza with picnic tables, a new washroom building and accessibility improvements.
The second phase will begin in late 2024 and will include sports field improvements.
This project is funded by the Regional District of Nanaimo, Community Works Funds, and Pacific Economic Development Canada through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF).
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Through public input, a concept plan was developed for Jack Bagley Community Park. This plan will be implemented through a phased approach.
The first phase is now complete and includes one tennis court, five pickleball courts, a paved plaza with picnic tables, a new washroom building and accessibility improvements.
The second phase will begin in late 2024 and will include sports field improvements.
This project is funded by the Regional District of Nanaimo, Community Works Funds, and Pacific Economic Development Canada through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF).
- Project and construction updates will be posted below.
- To receive updates directly, subscribe with your email address to the right.
- Have a question about the project? Ask us in the Q & A tab below. We will share it and the answer for all to see.
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Phase 1 Completion Celebration
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkThe Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) invites the community to celebrate the completion of phase one of the Jack Bagley Community Park development project on May 4!
The event will kick off with guest speakers and a pickleball demonstration and an opportunity for the public to try the sport. Refreshments will be served 11am -1pm. Come in your walking or running shoes and join in on the pickleball fun. All are welcome!
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The Washroom Building Is Complete
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkIn February 2024, the new washroom building was opened to the public. It contains two wheelchair accessible washrooms, an outdoor drinking fountain and a covered area. This completes phase one improvements to the park.
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The washroom building is coming!
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkTo complete phase 1 of Jack Bagley Community Park, contractors will begin construction of the washroom building in early February. This building will have two unisex stalls, a small storage room, and an undercover gathering space.
We do not anticipate any court closures during the construction but please stay alert and obey site signage.
The washroom is expected to be complete and ready for use this summer.
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Sports courts complete!
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkThe sports courts are now complete and open to the public.
There may be some construction activity near the courts while we continue to improve Jack Bagley Community Park.
Please obey signs and personnel on site.
For court or field booking information, please refer to the online booking page at: https://www.rdn.bc.ca/qualicum-hall-fields-and-courts
If you have questions regarding court schedules please email fieldbooking@rdn.bc.ca or call 250-752-5014.
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Construction of Phase 1 improvements
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkThe construction of the first phase has begun!
Construction will include sports courts (including 1 tennis court and 5 pickleball courts), an accessible entrance ramp and stairs, a paved plaza with picnic tables, and a new water line and irrigation to the playing fields.
A new washroom building and covered picnic area are also planned but are contingent on grant funding.
Detailed construction timelines are being developed, with anticipated completion in early September. Stay tuned for more information on temporary park closures.
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Plans for Jack Bagley Community Park
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkThank you all all who attended the Open House last spring. We have compiled your comments, considered the site, and the project consultants have completed a Concept Plan for Jack Bagley Community Park. Please have a look in the document library to see the Public Engagement Summary and the plans for the park.
A Phasing Plan for the work is also provided and 2 phases are highlighted.
The first phase includes 1 tennis and 5 pickleball hard surface courts, a washroom and storage building, safe and accessible access to the park along Powder Point Road to a park entry plaza with seating, and a path connection to Nanoose Place with stairs.
The second phase includes upgrades to a single ball field, a half-size soccer field, and enhanced parking along Powder Point Road.
The development of the plans are pending Regional Board approval. If approval is provided, construction documents will be underway in 2020 with construction potentially starting in 2021. A completion date for the project has not yet been determined.
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Open House for Jack Bagley Community Park
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkWhen: Wednesday June 12, 2019 4pm - 6pm
Where: Nanoose Place Community Center, 2925 NW Bay RoadPlease join us to learn about the redevelopment plans for Jack Bagley Community Park. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for feedback opportunities on this page following the Open House.
Project Timeline
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Project Detailed Design and Construction Documents
Jack Bagley Community Park Development has finished this stageConsultants have completed all the detailed design drawings for both Phase 1 and Phase 2.
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Phase 1 Public Tender
Jack Bagley Community Park Development has finished this stageAn Invitation to Tender was issued on October 5 2021 for Phase 1 Construction. All bids came in above budget and the tender was cancelled.
A second Invitation to Tender was issued on March 4, 2022 for Phase 1 Construction with a revised scope of work. The tender closed on April 7, 2022.
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Phase 1 Construction
Jack Bagley Community Park Development has finished this stagePhase 1 Sports Courts construction will begin in May/June 2022 and will continue through to fall 2022.
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New sports courts open for use
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Construction of Washroom Building
Jack Bagley Community Park Development has finished this stageConstruction of washroom building will take place for approximately 5 months starting in February 2023.
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Phase 1 Improvements Complete
Jack Bagley Community Park Development has finished this stageThe construction of the washroom building is now complete and open to the public.
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Phase 1 Completion Celebration - May 4, 2024
Jack Bagley Community Park Development is currently at this stageCelebrate the completion of phase one! The event will kick off with guest speakers and an opportunity to try the sport. Refreshments will be served from 11am - 1pm. All are welcome!
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