Medicine Hat's Alcohol in Parks pilot ends Sept. 30, survey to follow
The three-month trial let adults drink at designated picnic tables in three city parks; a post-program survey runs Oct. 1-15 to help shape a final report.
The City of Medicine Hat's Alcohol in Parks pilot program concludes Sept. 30 after launching July 2. The program allowed people 18 and older to consume alcohol responsibly while seated at designated, labelled picnic tables in Kin Coulee Park, Echo Dale Regional Park and Strathcona Island Park, provided food was present, between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m.
As part of its public engagement process, the City is asking park users to complete surveys on how the pilot affected their enjoyment and use of the parks. This feedback forms part of a broader evaluation that included surveys collected before, during and after the program.
Acting Director of Parks and Recreation Scott Richter said in a June statement that public feedback is essential to understanding community experiences, identifying concerns, and ensuring a balanced evaluation of the pilot.
A post-program survey is scheduled to run from Oct. 1 through Oct. 15. The City says the final pilot program summary report will incorporate all survey feedback. Residents can learn more and take part through the City's Shape Your City page.
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