The "Village Commons" in the Mansons Landing area of rural Cortes Island can now be booked for public events via The Tideline, community website.

The Cortes Community Economic Development Association overseas the outdoor venue and has raised funds over the past couple of years to clear the site, bring in electricity, and, recently, erect a shelter.

Association Board Chair Colin Funk is excited for the project to be entering a new phase of public engagement. He says a recent consultation process revealed a desire for the space to be accessible to all ages for different kinds of gatherings. From meetings and celebrations, to arts performances and installations.

Funk adds that the association is making efforts to make the property available to a broad range of community organizations. He sees a great future in how the space can be utilized to realize its potential.

Learn more by listening to the CKTZ News interview below: