Willowgrove, Saskatoon
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| Coordinates: 52°8′56″N 106°33′19″W / 52.14889°N 106.55528°WCoordinates: 52°8′56″N 106°33′19″W / 52.14889°N 106.55528°W | |
| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Saskatchewan |
| City | Saskatoon |
| Suburban Development Area | University Heights |
| Neighbourhood | Willowgrove |
| Annexed | 1975-1984 |
| Construction | 2004-present |
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| • Type | Municipal (Ward 10) |
| • Administrative body | Saskatoon City Council |
| • Councillor | Bev Dubois |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.14 km2 (0.83 sq mi) |
| Population (2006) | |
| • Total | 443 |
| • Average Income | $81,774 |
| Time zone | UTC (UTC-6) |
Willowgrove is a primarily residential neighbourhood located in northeast Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. It comprises a mix of single-family detached houses and multiple-unit dwellings. As of 2006, the area is home to 443 residents. The neighbourhood is considered a middle to high-income area, with an average family income of $81,774, an average dwelling value of $218,357 and a home ownership rate of 93.5%.[1][2]
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[edit] History
The land for Willowgrove was annexed between 1975 and 1984.[2] Residential construction did not start until 2004.[3] The housing stock is mostly composed of single-family detached houses, as well as some multiple-unit condominiums.[1]
Willowgrove was planned as a neighbourhood that centered around a village square. It incorporates features from older neighbourhoods (e.g. Nutana) such as narrow, long lots and back lanes. A system of linear parks connects the various parts of the neighbourhood with green spaces, and provides pedestrian linkages. The village square, still under construction at present, will feature limited commercial development as well as higher density residential housing.[4] The urban design of Willowgrove reflect some of the concepts of New Urbanism and the urban village.
[edit] Government and politics
Willowgrove exists within the federal electoral district of Saskatoon—Humboldt. It is currently represented by Brad Trost of the Conservative Party of Canada, first elected in 2004 and re-elected in 2006 and 2011.
Provincially, the area is within the constituency of Saskatoon Silver Springs. It is currently represented by Ken Cheveldayoff of the Saskatchewan Party, first elected in 2003 and re-elected in 2007.
In Saskatoon's non-partisan municipal politics, Willowgrove lies within ward 10. It is currently represented by Bev Dubois, first elected in 2003 and re-elected in 2006 and 2009.
[edit] Institutions
[edit] Education
At present, no schools exist in Willowgrove. Both the public and separate school boards are on record stating that they intend to build new schools in the neighbourhood.[5] Land is allocated for the construction of schools and a multi-use community centre at the corner of Willowgrove Boulevard and Stensrud Road.[6] On March 18, 2010, the provincial government announced funding for the construction of a joint public/separate school building. It is believed that 2013 would be the earliest possible opening for the new schools.[7]
[edit] Parks and recreation
- William Sarjeant Park (2.3 acres)
- John Duerkop Park (4.2 acres)
- Wallace Park (TBD)
The Willowgrove/University Heights community association works to provide activities to promote quality of life and a sense of community for all residents.[8]
[edit] Commercial
Willowgrove has limited (and as yet, unbuilt) commercial development planned around its "village square". The area's main commercial needs are met by businesses in the neighbouring University Heights Suburban Centre. 17 home-based businesses exist in the area.[1]
[edit] Location
Willowgrove is located within the University Heights Suburban Development Area and is located at the eastern edge of the city limits. It is bounded by McOrmond Drive to the west, Highway 5 to the south, an arbitrary boundary to the north and the R.M. of Corman Park to the east. Roads are laid out in a modern system of local roads and collector roads connecting to the primary arterial road (McOrmond Drive).
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University Heights Development Area | Evergreen | R.M. of Corman Park | |
| University Heights SC Erindale |
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R.M. of Corman Park | ||
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| Arbor Creek | R.M. of Corman Park | R.M. of Corman Park |
[edit] References
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- ^ a b c "Willowgrove neighbourhood profile - 2007" (PDF). City of Saskatoon. 2007. http://www.saskatoon.ca/DEPARTMENTS/Community%20Services/PlanningDevelopment/BusinessLicenseMappingAndResearch/DemographicAndHousingData/Documents/2007/Willowgrove.pdf. Retrieved 2009-11-27.[dead link]
- ^ a b "Populace Spring 2006" (PDF). City of Saskatoon. 2006. Archived from the original on 2007-12-01. http://web.archive.org/web/20071201065317/http://www.saskatoon.ca/org/city_planning/resources/populace_newsletter/Populace_Spring_2006.pdf. Retrieved 2007-10-31.
- ^ "Future Growth and Development of Saskatoon". City of Saskatoon. http://www.saskatoon.ca/DEPARTMENTS/Community%20Services/LeisureServices/Specialinitiatives/Pages/WillowgroveCommunityCentre.aspx. Retrieved 2009-11-27.
- ^ "Residential Lots - Willowgrove". City of Saskatoon. http://www.saskatoon.ca/DEPARTMENTS/Community%20Services/Land/ResidentialLots/Willowgrove/Pages/default.aspx. Retrieved 2009-11-27.
- ^ Martin, Michelle (June 26, 2007). "Willowgrove school gets priority" (PDF). The StarPhoenix. CanWest. http://morray.sasktelwebsite.net/news/thesp_jun26_07.pdf. Retrieved 2007-11-10.
- ^ "Willowgrove Neighbourhood Map" (PDF). City of Saskatoon. http://www.saskatoon.ca/DEPARTMENTS/Community%20Services/LeisureServices/Documents/Willowgrove%20Community%20Centre/Willowgrove-Nhood-Map.pdf. Retrieved 2009-11-27.
- ^ "Willowgrove getting public, Catholic schools under one roof, Wall announces". The StarPhoenix. CanWest. March 18, 2010. http://www.thestarphoenix.com/news/Willowgrove+getting+public+Catholic+schools+under+roof+Wall+announces/2697906/story.html. Retrieved 2010-03-23.[dead link]
- ^ "Willowgrove/University Heights Community Association". City of Saskatoon. http://www.saskatoon.ca/DEPARTMENTS/Community%20Services/Communitydevelopment/Community%20Associations/Pages/WillowgroveUniversityHeights.aspx. Retrieved 2009-11-27.
