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Archive for July, 2020
Inglewood/Ramsay City Projects Update – July 30, 2020
July 30th, 2020Ramsay – PARADE of GARAGE SALES. Aug 08. Community Map of Sales Released!
July 23rd, 2020IT’s ON!
Ramsay’s Annual - PARADE of GARAGE SALES!
(c) e-know.caInglewood BIA Position on 9th Avenue Re-Development. Interim Report, Video Update
July 20th, 2020BIA Position on 9th Avenue Re-Development
Please see the Inglewood BIA website for their position and an interim report, containing a policy and urban design analysis of the (9th Ave) corridor and demonstrates the impacts of height within the corridor through strategic view analysis.
The interim report has focused on assessing the impacts of 12-storey buildings on 9th Avenue, where supported by the Draft ARP, and concludes that such buildings will have a significantly adverse impact on the character and pedestrian experience of the street and on neighbouring properties.
How (Inglewood BIA) reached this conclusion (video):
- Link to interim report
- Here is how to make your voice heard email: Contact your City Council
Update to Ramsay & Inglewood on Green Line construction and and more…
July 17th, 2020July edition of the Inglewood/Ramsay newsletter.
As there is currently different construction projects happening in the two communities there are construction updates in this newsletter on:
- Green Line construction
- Inglewood Sanitary Trunk
- Inglewood Sanctuary and Nature Centre
There is also an interesting story on how a new fence is coming to Mills Park in commemoration of the old 9 Avenue S.E. bridge and starting on Monday residents will have opportunity to participate online in an engagement opportunity for Jack Long Park that is on schedule to open this fall 2020. Finally, there is some information about the new e-scooter parking zones now in Inglewood and update on the overall Green Line project.
Feel free to sign up for these monthly email updates here to help you stay connected on City projects happening nearby.
New fence coming to Mills Park in commemoration of old 9 Avenue S.E. bridge We have salvaged some rustic pedestrian railings from the old 9 Avenue S.E. bridge and upcycled them into a fence for the newly designed and opened Mills Park in Inglewood. The railings were lovingly cleaned, repaired and sandblasted before receiving a new coat of paint and arriving back in Inglewood at their new home. Construction on the new 9 Avenue S.E. bridge continues and is scheduled to open in fall 2020. Visit Calgary.ca/9avebridge to learn other ways The City plans to commemorate the old 9 Avenue S.E. bridge. For more information on Mills Park, please visit calgary.ca/millspark. |
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Jack Long Park – Public Engagement Opportunity from July 20 to Aug. 4
July 16th, 2020Jack Long Park – Public Engagement Opportunity from July 20 to Aug. 4
Construction is well underway to redevelop Jack Long Park into a new cultural hub for the community. Before the park is scheduled to reopen this fall, we are looking for input from local community members on one of the park’s design features – new custom bike racks. Citizens are encouraged to visit engage.calgary.ca/jack-long-
Background
Construction to redevelop Jack Long Park began in October 2018 and was briefly suspended in the summer of 2019 with the discovery of historic artifacts within the site. An archeological assessment of the site was completed in the fall of 2019, and construction resumed in spring 2020. The updated park will offer a new recreational space for families and youth, with a natural play area, picnic tables and a large family style harvest table and chairs, among other amenities. See a photo below of what the park will look like when it opens to the public. For more information, please visit calgary.ca/jacklongpark.
Updates on the Guidebook for Great Communities & Historic East Calgary Communities Local Area Plan.
July 8th, 2020Inglewood/Ramsay City Projects Update
See below for important updates on the Guidebook for Great Communities and the Historic East Calgary Communities Local Area Plan.
Guidebook for Great Communities
On Monday June 15, 2020, Council approved a motion to refer the Guidebook for Great Communities (Guidebook) back to the July 15 Standing Policy Committee on Planning and Urban Development (PUD) meeting, rather than proceeding to a public hearing of Council.
The presentation and discussion on July 15 will allow PUD members the opportunity to give Administration specific direction on the process forward. Based on the direction from PUD, Administration will continue work on the Guidebook.
The Guidebook report for PUD will be available tomorrow (July 9) at the link below. Members of the public can watch the PUD meeting online and may speak if desired – please note the instructions for participating: Council & Committee Agendas, Minutes and Video.
Historic East Calgary Communities Local Area Plan
The project team has been working on developing an updated draft of the Historic East Calgary Communities Local Area Plan (LAP). Following the discussion and direction at PUD, the draft LAP will continue to be updated.
A draft has been shared with the Community Associations, Business Improvement Area, and Industry for their initial feedback. We expect to release an updated draft LAP to the full Ramsay and Inglewood communities in late 2020. At that time, citizens who live and work in these areas will also have the opportunity to participate in a public engagement exercise. This feedback will help further refine the LAP. The final draft LAP is scheduled to be ready in 2021, once the Guidebook is approved by Council.
Visit the project page for more information. We will update you with more details on the LAP timeline in fall 2020.
Stay informed on proposed development in Inglewood – 9th Ave.
July 8th, 2020Ramsay residents – feel passionately about this?
Get Informed:
- Coalition hub at www.icacalgary.com/save9ave
- Stop by the Ninth Avenue storefront (1311 9 Avenue SE )
Want to Take Action?
- Complete the Petition (link) {or paste in browser} https://tinyurl.com/save9ave
Children / Teen Coloring Books Available for Donation
July 7th, 2020Ward 9 advises of item that might be of interest to you folks and our organizations:
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I am emailing you because I was contacted by Marilyn Bridges – a generous Calgarian that has new adult/teen colouring books and new children’s books that she would like to donate to non-profit organizations. If you are interested, please send her an email (see below). She just received a shipment of 400 new books that she wants to donate.
I attached a sample of one book (see attachments). I have not personally flipped through each book. I have only seen images from the cover and a few images of the context, which appears at first glance to me, like any standard book you would buy at Chapters or find at a public library. Use your own discretion and ask questions to Marilyn Bridges if you have any about the books.
**Please do not post her contact information on Facebook or any other social medium, as I do not have her permission to do so. **
Name: Bridges, Marilyn
E-Mail: bridgesm@telusplanet.net
Please contact Marilyn directly and mention that you were referred by a contact in the Councillors’ offices if you’re interested!
Have a great day, and stay safe!
City of Calgary Commitment to Anti-Racism & Call to Action
July 6th, 2020City of Calgary Commitment to Anti-Racism & Call to Action:
As part of Calgary’s commitment to anti-racism The City of Calgary is holding public consultation on systemic racism through a meeting of the Standing Policy Committee on Community and Protective Services which is scheduled to start on July 7, 2020.
Call to Action:
If you are interested in sharing your experience with members of Council (starting July 7) at this meeting, please email us at publicsubmissions@calgary.ca and include:
- Your name.
- That you would like to speak at the “Anti-Racism Public Consultation.”
Once we get your email, City Clerks will reply to tell you that we have received your request and that your name has been added to the list to speak at a specific time. If there are a number of speakers, you may not be scheduled to speak until July 8. Detailed instructions will be sent to you at least 24 hours before the start of the meeting on July 7 at 9:30 a.m.
COVID-19 Protocols:
Due to COVID-19 speakers are asked to participate remotely. The Council Chambers will also be open to individuals who voluntarily wish to participate in person, subject to COVID 19 restrictions. Numbers of people in Council Chambers will be restricted due to COVID-19. Remote participation is preferred.
If you would like to provide your input in writing, instead of speaking at the meeting, please complete the following form.
City of Calgary Summer Programs – Free and Paid Programs Available
July 6th, 2020Calgary Summer Programs – Free and Paid Programs Available
*Please note, all programs now require pre-registration even if they are free due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Below is information on The City’s program offerings for the summer. Please share as applicable. Calgary Neighbourhoods, Calgary Parks and Calgary Recreation are collaborating this summer to offer free programs for all ages. To ensure a safe experience, all summer programs will require pre-registration to help maintain safe numbers, contact tracing and other measures. Learn more at www.calgary.ca/free
The links provided are either Facebook ads or a direct link to the Live and Play Site, where they can find the locations and call to register.
Please see the following free programming(registration required):
Week 1
Nice 2 Metre You Tuscany – Happening July 6th-9th
Nice 2 Metre You Queensland – Happening July 6th-9th
Unplug n’ Play Tuscany – Happening July 9th
Unplug n’ Play Queensland – Happening July 9th
Explore Parks Together – Elliston Park – Happening July 9th
Week 2
Nice 2 Metre You – Ranchlands – Happening July 13- 16th
Nice 2 Metre – Bridlewood– Happening July 13th – 16th
Unplug n’ Play Ranchlands – Happening July 16th
Unplug n’ Play Bridlewood – Happening July 16th
Explore Parks Together – Elliston Park – Happening July 16th
Week 3
Nice 2 Metre You – Panorama Hills - Happening July 20th -23rd
Nice 2 Metre You – McKenzie Towne - Happening July 20th – 23rd
Unplug n’ Play Panorama Hills – Happening July 23rd
Unplug n’ Play McKenzie Towne – Happening July 23rd
LEAD – Marlborough Park - Happening July 20th – 23rd
Explore Parks Together – Elliston Park – Happening July 23rd
Week 4
Nice 2 Metre You – Thorncliffe - Happening July 27th – 30th
Nice 2 Metre You – Haysboro - Happening July 27th – 30th
Unplug n’ Play – Thorncliffe – Happening July 30th
Unplug n’ Play – Haysboro – Happening July 30th
Explore Parks Together – Elliston Park – Happening July 30th
Week 5
Nice 2 Metre You – Temple – Happening Aug 4th – 6th
Nice 2 Metre You – Skyview – Happening Aug 4th – 6th
Unplug n’ Play – Temple – Happening Aug 6th
Unplug n’ Play – Skyview – Happening Aug 6th
LEAD – Arbour Lake - Happening Aug 4th – 6th
Explore Parks Together – Confederation Park – Happening Aug 6th
Week 6
Nice 2 Metre You – Ogden - Happening Aug 10th – 13th
Nice 2 Metre You – Signal Hill - Happening Aug 10th –13th
Unplug n’ Play – Ogden – Happening Aug 13th
Unplug n’ Play – Signal Hill – Happening Aug 13th
Explore Parks Together – Confederation Park – Happening Aug 13th
Week 7
Nice 2 Metre You – Montgomery - Happening Aug 17th – 20th
Nice 2 Metre You – Spruce Cliff - - Happening Aug 17th – 20th
Unplug n’ Play – Montgomery – Happening Aug 20th
Unplug n’ Play – Spruce Cliff – Happening Aug 20th
LEAD – Martindale – Happening Aug 17th – 20th
Explore Parks Together – Confederation Park – Happening Aug 20th
The City will also be hosting “drop-in” Community Nature Adventure Playgrounds. More information is available at calgary.ca/play :
Paid Programming:
Calgary Recreation is offering paid outdoor daycamps learn more here. To register visit: www.calgary.ca/liveandplay or phone 403-268-3800.
Social media promotions for programs are:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityofcalgary/posts/3374176435928623?__tn__=-R
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityofcalgary/status/1276523359673610242
https://twitter.com/cityofcalgary/status/1276523779938594816
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CB5tccaJz5T/
