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The contest is on to name the 14-foot-wide sidewalk on
the west side of the reconstructed Huron Terrace bridge beside the
Kincardine Lighthouse.
In committee-of-the-whole Wednesday night (Nov. 18), Steve Murray,
economic development and tourism manager, explained that the Community,
Heritage, Arts and Tourism (CHAT) committee came up with the idea in
order to promote this new tourism feature in the municipality.
He said the wide sidewalk will become a favourite destination for locals
and visitors, alike, as they take in a lovely sunset, listen to the
Phantom Piper, or watch the activity in the harbour. "We would like to
brand the lookout by giving it an historical name," said Murray.
One suggestion was "Paddy's Porch," in reference to Paddy Walker who was
responsible for the river mouth being at its current location after he
diverted the path of the river to go past his own tavern in a clever
business move years ago, Murray said.
The contest will run for a few weeks and the public can submit names
either via the municipal website or in person at the municipal office.
The CHAT committee will then bring a recommendation to council. The cost
to run the contest is about $200, said Murray.
Council approved the idea. And mayor Larry Kraemer noted that the Huron
Terrace bridge is expected to open to traffic in a week or two.
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Employees of Owen King Construction work on the 14-foot sidewalk on
the west side of the Huron Terrace bridge beside the Kincardine
Lighthouse
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