Title
Wabamun Library Relocation and Retrofit Project- Assessment of Commercial and County Properties
Proposed Motion
That the Wabamun Library Relocation and Retrofit Project- Assessment of Commercial and County Properties update be received for information, as presented.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motions.
Purpose
To provide Council with a recommendation for the relocation of Wabamun Library that is currently situated in the basement at Jubilee Hall.
Summary
The Wabamun Library currently operates out of the basement of Jubilee Hall. While functional, this location presents limitations related to accessibility, visibility, and overall user experience. As part of the proposed project, the library would be relocated from the Jubilee Hall basement to the main floor of the Wabamun Village Office.
This move would create a more welcoming, accessible, and visible space for residents and visitors. Locating the library on the main floor improves ease of access for seniors, families with young children, and individuals with mobility challenges, while also increasing walk-in use and community engagement.
The Wabamun Village Office and Library function as an important community hub, supporting library services, municipal operations, community programs, and public access to services. Portions of the existing library facility are aging and no longer fully meet modern standards for accessibility, energy efficiency, or functional design.
Administration proposed this project on May 12, 2026 and Council directed Administration to review other available properties that could potentially be a good fit for the relocation of Wabamun Library outside of the Wabamun Village Office.
Administrations review identified that there are currently only four commercial properties listed in Wabamun. These include: two pieces of vacant land, one apartment building, and one newly constructed commercial space.
After consideration of these pro...
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