DAP - Downtown Action Plan

At the April 27, 2009 Town Council Meeting, council approved a recomendation from the Kamsack Economic Development Authority for the initiation of a downtown improvement project called the Downtown Action Plan.  This is an identified project of KEDA's Business Retention and Expansion Project - Action Kamsack completed in 2007.

 Action....It's about time!

DAP VISION

The DAP vision was revealed at the Public Presentation on October 15th.  The streets of downtown Kamsack are anchored with 6 new community banners.  Each banner illustrates a key word that describe part of the vision for a new downtown Kamsack.  Here they are:

Signature

In 5 years, Downtown Kamsack will identify its signature as "the Garden of Saskatchewan"; a deeply rooted, culturally diverse community that provides year round opportunities for residents, neighbours and tourists to truly experience Kamsack's natural beauty and small-town charm.

Renew

Kamsack will have a downtown in bloom filled with renewed pride, color and vibrancy providing an atmosphere that is inviting and attractive, safe and comfortable for all.

Downtown will be the neighbourhood activity center for a community of people that value cultural diversity, active lifestyles, environmental awareness and sustainability.

Together

The Garden of Saskatchewan, being rich in Ukrainian, Doukhobour and First Nation culture, will promote the traditions of gardens and gardening as our cultural connector that tie us all together no matter what culture, age, race, incomes and accessibilities.

Grow

Kamsack will encourage businesses to grow by embracing entrepreneurship and small business in a thriving retail district that offers essential and unique shopping experiences.

Evolve

Downtown Kamsack will continue to evolve our community by celebrating successess, arts, history and heritage.

Sustain

We will protect and enhance existing buildings and infrastructure and hold them to high urban design standards to sustain the history of our community.