Beginning around June, parkgoers can enjoy drinking some adult beverages in select parks around Burnaby.
On Monday , Burnaby council approved the first steps in a pilot program to allow alcohol in select parks around the city.
The program, which will be brought for final council approval around June, will select parks for the pilot based on park size and layout, accessibility to public transportation, existing amenities like washrooms, seating and waste disposal, and safety features such as lighting.Nearby cities have already adopted similar programs for drinking in parks, including Vancouver, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Delta and Port Coquitlam, according to a staff report.Burnaby Citizens Association Coun.
“I am speaking from experience in other municipalities, it is something that can be done,” Gonzalez said. “We are aware of regulations and what is required, and there are a handful of things – but we do believe we can get a draft ready for June.”BCA Coun. Daniel Tetrault said the program was long overdue.“I’ve seen that firsthand in parks close to where I live, and the last three years, it’s just been buzzing,” he said.
BCA Coun. Maita Santiago added with growing density, many Burnaby residents live in towers and don’t have access to backyard space, making Burnaby’s parks a good opportunity for socializing. Councillors unanimously approved staff to develop a bylaw that would allow the pilot program. Staff will report back in June.
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