Thompson Park (re-development) is an exciting new urban community park in the Calgary beltline featuring a water feature, pavilion, illuminated seat walls and feature walls, a playground, artificial turf and landscaping. The existing park with green space and a bowling lawn, that is being re-developed, is located in the community of West Connaught, on 16th Avenue SW between 11th and 12th streets. In urban environments, parks contribute greatly to health and wellness of users and also benefit surrounding residential areas and businesses by providing visual appeal, economic benefits and safer environments.