The City of Campbell River has approved three area-specific grants aimed at enhancing public spaces and beautifying local neighborhoods.
The grants will provide matching funds to support projects led by organizations in the community.
The Campbellton Neighbourhood Association and the Willow Point Business Improvement Association will receive $10,000, and the Downtown Business Improvement Association will receive a larger grant of $17,566.
According to the city, the funding will support a variety of initiatives including decorative lighting, flowerpots, public event programming, murals, utility box art wrapping, signage and litter abatement.
Public art and other beautification efforts are also part of the plan to make Campbell River more welcoming and vibrant.
These grants are part of the city’s ongoing efforts to improve the quality of shared public spaces.
