The artificial turf at the Wellington Soccer Complex was installed in 2007. At that time the expected life span for the turf was estimated to be between 8 - 10 years.
The City of Corner Brook is planning to replace the turf at the Wellington Soccer Field. At the last public meeting, council approved the replacement at a cost of slightly more than $1.09 million. Councilor Pamela Keeping says the turf has gone beyond its life expectancy and it is unsafe. The artificial turf at the Wellington Soccer Complex was installed in 2007. At that time the expected life span for the turf was estimated to be between 8 - 10 years. The artificial turf has served the community very well over the years and has done so long past the projected life expectancy. However, the turf is now deteriorating to the point where there are sections of the turf that are starting to come up and the safety of the players using the surface has become a genuine concern. The condition of the turf is such that replacement is necessary.
Councilor Charles Pender noted that the price has not gone up. Meanwhile, this should not impact the upcoming soccer season since staff expect it will be completed in time.
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