Factors including weather, inspections, transportation and required equipment have all played a part in the delay of the much-anticipated event by the Destination Campbellville Community Association (DCCA), said member Jan Mowbray.

“We’ve had trouble with equipment chewing the wet ground up, planning for the required inspections at every stage of the project, and even moving the gazebo (from Woodbine Racetrack to the park) has proven to be a challenge,” said Mowbray, who represents Ward 3 on town council.

“The gazebo needs to be partially dismantled and placed on a flatbed truck for transportation, but use of the crane requires a permit. It has been several difficulties together that have forced us to postpone the dedication ceremony.”

The gazebo project began in the spring and will be a focus for community activities and a place where residents can relax and enjoy the scenery, said Mowbray.

The gazebo itself is being donated by the Woodbine Entertainment Group, a strong supporter of the project.

Originally planned for November 15, the ceremony was first postponed until November 29, and is now re-scheduled tentatively for mid-December, said Mowbray. She’s hoping to have the gazebo in place and the ceremony completed before the new year.

“The members of the DCCA are hoping for a reinstatement of the ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony before the end of December at the latest,” said Mowbray. “We would love to see the ceremony happen before Christmas.”