On September 9th, staff returned to council with a report from a motion moved by Councillor Austin in 2023:

Hackett's Cove Park has been a top priority for me since the election, as I know how important coastal access is to our communities, and I know how important recreation opportunities are as well.  This park enables both of those things for Hackett's Cove and all of District 13.  Although it's not big, this park is full of potential for the community it surrounds.

Although approved by Council, the Regional Plan was rejected by the province.

The Wanderers Block Functional Plan presented three options and was reviewed by Regional Council. Following that, Council recommended a staff report on the feasibility of the plans. 

While I don't doubt the need for the Wanderers to have permanent space, there are a number of problems, though not the fault of the functional plans.  

The Rural Transportation Report and the JRTA Transportation Plan created both challenges and new opportunities.