In late November, the grey building located in Coldbrook park was demolished as part of the new public square project. The demolition of the grey building followed the destruction of the structure at 30 Lakeside.

“When we demolished 30 Lakeside and then put the sod down and saw the green space we had, [what beautiful comments we got]. It was great,” said Richard Burcombe with a smile, Mayor of Brome Lake.

The town has heard positive feedback but this time regarding the removal of the grey building.

“A lot of people always said that building never should have been built there. It had a flat roof, it didn’t blend in with the other buildings around,” the mayor said.

The first step in the construction of the public square project was to demolish the two buildings in the park.

“The architect for the public place, they will really have a good idea now of what it looks like and how they can make changes to what they already have an idea to do,” added the mayor.

Once the buildings are gone, the second step is to rebuild the dam. The order of events is important because now there is space for citizens to enjoy (upper level of Coldbrook park) while the lower level can be used to store equipment. The town is hopeful the dam will be completed next year.

Once the dam is complete, the rest of the public square construction can begin as well as the extension of the library.

“This is the real centre of Brome Lake …The town of brome lake and council, we back 100 per cent. It will be great for the whole area, for the citizens, and everybody,” stated the mayor.

Here is Mayor Richard Burcombe: