From the Town of Huntsville
The Town of Huntsville officially commissioned a new public washroom building in River Mill Park (10 King Street) at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday.
In attendance at the grand opening ceremony were Mayor Nancy Alcock, Deputy Mayor Dan Armour, representative members of Council, and representatives of the Conner Family.
“Residents and visitors alike enjoy River Mill Park on Downtown Huntsville’s beautiful waterfront and will now have the available convenience of public washrooms. We are extremely grateful to the Conner Family for their generous donation, which made this new washroom possible,” said Mayor Nancy Alcock.
The Conner Family’s generous donation has left a significant legacy in River Mill Park. Their contribution towards the costs of the new washroom will be remembered for generations to come.
Richard, a dedicated worker at The Procter & Gamble Company, and Margaret have called Huntsville home since the early 80s. Their deep love for the outdoors is shared with the community, and memories of music have been passed on to their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, fostering a greater appreciation for nature and the environment. When Margaret became aware of the need for washrooms, she ensured that this donation occurred in memory of her late husband.
A commemorative plaque for the Conner Family’s generous donation towards the River Mill Park Washroom will be installed on or near the building, a constant reminder of their legacy and our beautiful surroundings.
The new washroom building has two bathrooms and is self-sanitizing (it automatically sanitizes the toilet and its surrounding space using UV light after each use).
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If only a ceremony would happen on day to celebrate new housing for the low income population in this area.
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I am grateful to The Conner Family for a much needed Washroom at River Mill Park.
The Town of Huntsville should have had a washroom there long ago. Susan Harkness
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After construction of RiverMill Park washrooms were built as an addition to the Chamber building abutting the park. Excessive vandalism over years ended with the closure of those washrooms. Let’s hope history doesn’t repeat itself.
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Its a great tribute to the Connors amazing people. Sadly the blemish is on the town leadership this should have been completed much quicker and the ridiculous cost for studies, bids and foolishness are embarrassing. Why is it private sector can accomplish more for less and in a more timely fashion. The construction messes in town at the moment are also shameful along with frustration for the many residence effected.
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As Jack Nicholson said in the movie “ the Bucket List” about growing older, “never pass up a washroom break”
In a senior community like ours, any extra available washrooms, should be a welcome addition.
I know that I’ll feel safer driving into town, with more washrooms to choose from.