Kitchener Council Endorses New Public Art and Reforms
Kitchener City Council has approved three key measures, including a new public artwork in Upper Canada Park, a utility rate increase, and reforms to the Racialized and Indigenous Supports for Equity (RISE) Grant framework.
The new public artwork, titled The Seams, will be created by artist Javid Jah and his organization JAH Cube, as part of the final stage of improvements at Upper Canada Park.
- Commissioning of a new public artwork in Upper Canada Park
- Adjustment to gas delivery rates for Kitchener Utilities
- Revision to the Racialized and Indigenous Supports for Equity (RISE) Grant framework
The decisions form part of the city’s broader strategy to enhance community spaces, maintain essential infrastructure, and strengthen local equity initiatives.
Author's summary: Kitchener Council approves new art and reforms.