Police sent out a statement early Friday morning, saying the park had been “naturally secured” by Halifax Regional Municipality staff for the upcoming restoration work. A metal fence has now been placed around the perimeter of the park. The authorities were also on hand for “support and assistance”. Once it was confirmed that people were no longer living in the park, police say city staff ensured other housing options were used as they continued to make arrangements to relocate the items. “This morning, following the completion of all these steps, and in line with the commitment to a measured approach, the park was secured with fencing for the upcoming restoration work,” the statement said. This comes after a notice was sent to people living in the park, telling them to leave the park by July 17 due to “deteriorating health and safety conditions”. “HRP officers took a patient, measured and supportive approach throughout the process while acting in a supportive capacity,” the statement added. Halifax Regional Police declined a request for comment.
