advanced a range of residential, commercial, and industrial developments—positioning Rockwood, and particularly the community of Stony Mountain, for a sustained and diversified next chapter. According to Reeve Wes Taplin and Chief Administrative Officer Chris Luellman, Rockwood’s approach has remained consistent: be ready for opportunity while maintaining fiscal discipline and long-term sustainability. Rather than creating unnecessary barriers, municipal leadership has focused on being collaborative, responsive, and prepared to support projects that align with the community’s broader vision. FORWARD-THINKING HOUSING OPTION Since the previous article, Rockwood has made notable progress across multiple fronts. Subdivision and road openings associated with the newest subdivision application are now complete, clearing the way for construction to proceed.The municipality is preparing to break ground on a 50-unit, age55-plus seniors housing complex, with interest already accounting for roughly three-quarters of the available units. Utilities are fully installed and ready to serve an expanding mix of residential, commercial, and industrial lands, allowing development to move forward without delay. Infrastructure has been a central priority in making this growth possible. Two major lift stations have been completed, along with the installation of a force main, providing the servicing capacity required to support higher-density development. With this foundation in place, housing construction has already begun on several fronts. One development is advancing with a dozen residential lots, while a larger project includes a blend of single-family homes, duplexes, multi-family units, and mixeduse components. At the same time, a five-unit strip mall is under construction and expected to open in early 2026, adding neighborhood-scale commercial services to the area. Looking ahead, Rockwood’s development pipeline remains robust. The seniors housing complex is expected to reach completion within the next 24 months, while more than 100 acres of serviced industrial land are scheduled to be completed and 161 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 07, ISSUE 02 RM OF ROCKWOOD, MB
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