Ottawa Mayor Larry O'Brien says he's committed to transform Lansdowne Park from an eyesore into a major attraction by the end of his term.
"My main commitment is one way or another before the end of this term -- whether it has a stadium or not -- we will finally fix Lansdowne Park," O'Brien said Thursday.
A revitalized plan to redevelop Lansdowne Park was presented to city council last week. The plan includes a renovated open-air stadium, arena, hotel, retail shops, condos and green space. The Aberdeen Pavillion will be turned into a caf� and year-round farmer's market.
The revised Lansdowne Live proposal was formally presented to city council after months of consultation with city staff, the National Capital Commission and Parks Canada.
The Canadian Football League has already awarded a tentative expansion team to the developers behind the project. The group has also applied for a professional soccer franchise in the United Soccer League.
The public now has an opportunity to have their say on the proposal before council makes a final decision on the project.
