Construction on the new school in Saint John’s south end is inching closer.
Tree removal in Rainbow Park will begin this week in preparation for construction.
City officials said the affected area will be roped off during the tree-cutting process.
Meanwhile, the Turner Brewer Memorial will be temporarily removed during construction.
All items will be stored and eventually moved to a new location within the park.
The new school, which will be located in the northern portion of the park, is expected to open in September 2027.
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In order to accommodate the new build in the northern portion of the park, the existing swing set, small playground and dog park need to be decommissioned.
Current proposals include a new and refreshed basketball court, a new tot lot playground for younger kids and a new bark park.
There are also plans to shift the orientation of the community garden and to add new trees, green space and benches.
Parts of the park, including the Jumpstart playground and the basketball court, would be reserved for exclusive access of the school during school hours under the proposed changes.
