The Cycle of Life – School Begins

Issue No. 377 - September 2013
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The Cycle of Life – School Begins
Save the Date
A Taste of
Duggan
Saturday, September 21st
Celebrate Community
League Day, and bring
your best dish to share
for Potluck Dinner!
IN THIS ISSUE:
Pa g e 3 :
• Say Hello - Yokozuna
Pa g e 4 :
• Be a Tourist Around Your Own City
• People’s Choice Award Celebrates
Great Architecture
Pa g e 5 :
• Community Garden Start-Up
• Farmer’s Market Gets Kids Prepared
for School Year
Pa g e 6 :
• Blue Quill Music Festival
• Recipe: D’s Famous Salsa
Pa g e 7 :
As summer draws to an end, we find more and
more that things begin in September more
than any other time of year. We are driven
by the school year – with or without children.
It is time to renew or purchase a community
membership. Consider purchasing a
membership not to benefit from the free
swimming, the discounts with the City of
Edmonton, the electronic communications
within our community or the soccer needs;
consider becoming a member to be a more
active part of Duggan/Rideau Park (a.k.a.
Duggan Community). Consider that we
are trying to get community gardens in
our community; that the civics area of the
community (bike lanes, water management,
roadways, bylaws, etc) is an area we are active
in; that the hall is great for social events with
the community. We need a great social events
team.
As our community demographics change,
we find we have more and more seniors,
more young families and more diverse
cultures in our community. This is a great
mix, one that offers many opportunities.
Our seniors have much wisdom to offer, our
young families much energy to share, and
our various cultures have many new ways of
challenging us with diversity and new ways
of thinking and living. Duggan is a great
place to live. Why not share this diversity
with culinary delights? On September 21st,
at the Community Hall, we have a “Taste of
Duggan”, an opportunity to cook and share a
meal from your own cultural history. Mine is
French Canadian. Bring a dish and share it
at this annual event. This year, civic election
year, some of the candidates will be attending
– come out and meet them in a more casual
environment. Meet new people, enjoy great
food, share in the diversity of our community!
As I approach 60 years of age, I am in need
of reducing my stress levels. This includes
evaluating all the things I am involved in
(scouting, work, community volunteering,
church involvement…). I am considering
on retiring as President of Duggan in
April this year or next. We need to think
of how succession and transitioning can
happen. If you are interested in taking on
this role, connect with me and let us work
through how this can happen so that it is
a supportive process rather than a sink or
swim situation. It is time for newer ideals,
maybe different community involvement
processes/management. Many opportunities
are available. I plan on living in Duggan, so
remain supportive in some capacity.
Finally, let us welcome our new editor –
Ranek. Are you interested in writing an
article – monthly, quarterly or even once a
year? Maybe consider writing on gardening,
or community building, or on local living.
Maybe you can contribute to our website? We
also wish to thank Tanya for the years of work
done to bring our local paper to the high
quality and informative paper it has become.
Well done Tanya and thank you – we are
proud to have you living in our community!
Roger Plouffe – your communit y president
• Can’t Vote on Election Day? Find out
How to Cast your Ballot
B a c k Pag e :
• Thinking About Dumping Illegally?
Think Again
• Commonwealth Stadium Seat
Replacement Wraps Up
Join the Duggan Community League Facebook Group!
Search for “Duggan Community League” on Facebook, or find the link
to our group on our website at www.duggancommunity.ab.ca
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Issue No. 377 | September 2013
Free Swimming for
League Members!
At the William Lutsky YMCA Sundays
between 3-5 pm. Don’t forget your
community league membership card!
Duggan Community League
Memberships for 2013/2014
Duggan Community League memberships
are valid for one year, from September to
August. You must be a member to participate
in community programs.
• $35.00 for a family
• $20.00 for singles and seniors
• $10.00 for kidsport
For League Memberships, please email
membership@duggancommunity.
ab.ca, call Andre at 780-439-8558, or
stop by the Duggan Hall Wednesdays or
Thursdays from 7-9 to get yours!
Duggan Community Hall Booking
Street Address: 3728 - 106 Street NW
For your convenience, you can now checkout Duggan hall availability, rental rates &
policies, and make hall booking requests on
line!
Our hall is renovated with affordable rates and
can support many types of functions, up to a
maximum of 200 people. Bookings are on a
first come - first serve basis, with preference
being given to local community events.
Executive Officers
President
Vice President
Second Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Roger Plouffe
Richard Mak
Ali Kamal
Ken Greenway
Gerald Draganiuk
780-945-3103
[email protected]
780-433-6678
Directors
Membership
Communications
Youth Programs
Soccer
Neighborhood Watch
Web Master
Social Director
Youth Representative
[email protected]
Andre Huellstrung
[email protected]
Ranek Kiil
[email protected]
Jose Rubio
[email protected]
Mohammad Ali Kamal
[email protected]
Michelle Barin
780-465-3452
Kevin Harris
[email protected]
(vacant)
New Opportunity!
Committee Chair
Inventory
Financial Review
Bylaw Review
Policy/Procedure
Hall Booking Coordinator
Youth Representative
Board Transparency
Senior Liaison
Fundraising
Board/Volunteer Recruitment
Facilities
(vacant)
Judy Vetro
Michelle Barin
(vacant)
Salim Muradali
(vacant)
Roger Plouffe
(vacant)
(vacant)
(vacant)
(vacant)
780-430-0937
[email protected]
780-436-6987
780-945-3103
(vacant)
Other Contacts
153 Brownies
Heritage Girl Guides
Scouts - Blue Quill
Details Distribution
Duggan Playschool
Wood Carvers
Square Dancing
Bridge Club
Casino
Custodian
Accountant
Community Services
Janet Melnyk
Janet Melnyk
Kevin Zeiner
Roger Plouffe
Stacy
Dave Eisenbeis
Barbara
Lawrence Meyer
Roger Plouffe
Jack Heer
Murray Elliott
Regan Gee
780-998-8584
780-998-8584
[email protected]
780-436-6987
[email protected]
780-467-6093
780-906-6862
780-436-2080
780-945-3103
780-490-0167
780-438-6928
Visit our website at: www.mydcl.ca OR
phone 780-436-6987.
SUBMISSIONS!
Do you have something you would
like to contribute to the next Details?
We’d love to hear from you!! Please
send your submissions to the editor
at [email protected].
The deadline for
submissions for the
October 2013 issue is
September 13th
Duggan Community League
Mailing Address:
Duggan Community League
Yellowbird Postal Outlet
P.O. Box 41041
Edmonton, AB T6J 6M7
Hall Address: 3728 - 106 Street
Hall Phone: 780-436-6987
We are looking for people in
apartment blocks to deliver the
Duggan Details paper within the
apartments in the Duggan area. If
you are interested, please call or
email us to arrange pick up of papers
for you to drop off at each door
in your apartment - we pay! Call
Roger at 780-436-6987 or email at
[email protected]
Issue No. 377 | September 2013
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Yokozuna
R andy Lee
Hello Everyone. Here is another one of our
very own, local Duggan businesses. Let’s get
out, as a community, and have some fun and
adventure by meeting and supporting them.
When I drove by Yokozuna at 4121-106
Street, I could see that they were closed for
renovations… WOW… it was well worth the
wait! This place is BEAUTIFUL!
I had the great pleasure to meet owner and
neighbours(they actually live in Duggan),
Alan Demachi and his daughter Nana who
run the restaurant with sons, Roy and “Tats”,
sushi chefs extraordinaire… in fact… Nana
and Roy trained in Japan at a Kaiseki restaurant for 2 years where they learned traditional course menu! Authentic… or what?
When I walked into Yokozuna I was shocked
at how elegantly gorgeous it is… lots of
warm, rich wood and 12 cozy booths. They
can seat from 85 to 100 people and have 3
“tatami” (see Nana about this word) rooms
for 6-12. Don’t forget the fantastic 12 seat
counter where you can watch Roy and Tats
perform their magic!
And… speaking of magic… Nana informs
me that they only order whole fish for flavour and freshness and they cut the sashimi
thicker than the competition! The menu has
been “reno’d” with a little fusion to go along
see everyone happy and to interact with our
customers”!
For those of you who love to “imbibe”… they
have the largest selection of premium sakes
and plum wines in Edmonton! I’ve seen the
list!
When I asked what it is they love most
about the business, I was told, “We love to
So, stop by and Say Hello to Alan, Nana, Roy,
Tats, Satomi and Keith, try one of the specials… but get there early because when it’s
gone… it’s gone! The line starts behind me!
Call them at 780-431-1508 or visit them on
Facebook (check for that weekly special).
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full home renovations
drapery
color
consult
bedding
basement developments
interior design
780.909.6679
[email protected]
furniture
drafting services
baths
blinds
Alan worked at various Japanese restaurants
around town but decided that he wanted
to create his very own authentic Japanese
restaurant, “lots of Japanese restaurants are
not owned by Japanese people and we can
actually speak to you in Japanese”. He chose
Duggan 13 years ago because “at that time
there were no Japanese restaurants on the
south side and there is a great community
feeling here”. Since then he has found the
community to be “awesome” and likewise
for Dugganites… during the 6 month extensive renos, daily phone calls came in, and on
reopening day they had 30-40 calls! “We are
truly blessed”!
with the new decor, and every week they add
something special… “a new roll perhaps”!
kitchen
upholstery
“Yokozuna” is Japanese for Grand Champion in Sumo wrestling… waaaay cool! Now
I know another exotic word! I really think
the name now means Grand Champion in
Japanese cuisine!
space planning
SAVE THE DATE! OCTOBER 3
PUBLIC SCHOOL TRUSTEE CANDIDATE CAFE
Public education benefits everyone and creates our future.
Your vote for trustee on October 21 is the most important vote of all.
Be informed. Drop in to meet the public school trustee candidates running
in Ward H (SW Edmonton), have a coffee, ask them questions, and share your ideas.
WHEN: Thursday, October 3, anytime between 5 and 8 p.m.
WHERE: Royal Gardens Community League Hall (4030 – 117 Street)
Hosted by Trustee Catherine Ripley (not running in 2013)
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
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Issue No. 377 | September 2013
Be a Tourist Around Your Own City
Ch ristin a S eller
Sometimes, when you live in a city, you don’t
take advantage of the touristy things around
the area.
Last week, my niece and children came up
from Calgary and invited me to join them and
go to Jurassic Forest. I was thrilled because I
have wanted to go ever since it opened.
They were planning on camping at Elk
Island Park (another attraction very close to
Edmonton), wanted to see buffalo and then
go to the Ukrainian Village (five minutes
from the park.)
So off I went and met them at the entrance to
Jurassic Forest (close to Gibbons on highway
28). The entrance fee was VERY reasonable.
Wow. This is really something worth going to.
There were multiple dinosaurs built to scale
(big) all along a very well laid out boardwalk.
They were activated by sensors, so when you
arrive, they move and roar as you come up
to them. Each dino had an informational
sign on the walkway describing what you are
seeing.
of years old with no changes.
Of course the Edmontonsaurus and the
Albertasaurus made an appearance.
Tyrannosaurus Rex made a huge (I am talking
really big) appearance.
There is a gift shop with really cool items, my
10 year old grand nephew went back three
times. There is also a picnic area where you
can have your lunch.
There were also two side loops, one showing
the evolution of birds and the other showing
the evolution of mammals. My favorite
was this sloth like mammal that was a mix
between the sloth in the movie Ice Age and an
Abominable Snowman…..a real animal many
years ago. There were also signs listing insects
and vegetation in the area and how they
evolved or didn’t ..dragonflies ore thousands
There you go. Who says there isn’t a lot
around Edmonton to discover ?. Elk Island
Park, Ukrainian Village, Jurassic Forest, only
three of them.
There was enough to keep my 3 year old grand
niece and nephew totally engaged ( they kept
saying “I hear something, come on!”) and
very very informative for us adults.
One day vacations well worth the short
drives..
Go for a one day vacation right here !
People’s Choice Award Celebrates Great Architecture
Cit y o f Ed mo nto n
Edmontonians are invited to vote for one of
five city buildings that exemplify good urban
design.
The City of Edmonton and the Royal
Architectural Institute of Canada, Alberta
branch, have teamed up once again to present
the biennial Urban Design Awards and this
year’s new category, the People’s Choice
Award. A senior City manager says it’s all
about celebrating the great architecture that
makes a great city.
“The Edmonton Urban Design Awards have
done much to highlight good urban design
in Edmonton and we’re proud that several
of our winners have gone on to win national
awards,” says Gary Klassen, General Manager
of the City’s Sustainable Development
Department. “Quality urban design has a
positive impact on our lifestyles, our health
and our enjoyment of our city. It’s important
that we celebrate Edmonton’s best examples.”
In the new People’s Choice category,
members of the public can vote for one of five
Edmonton landmarks for recognition as the
most significant contributor to good urban
design. The five buildings were selected by
the design awards steering committee.
The People’s Choice Award nominees are:
• Edmonton City Hall
• HUB Mall and Residence at the University
of Alberta
• Hotel Macdonald (restoration)
• MacEwan University downtown campus
• Peter Hemingway Recreation Centre
Members of the public have until September
19, 2013 to vote for their top pick.
The People’s Choice Award is one of eight
categories of the Edmonton Urban Design
Northern Alberta
Wood Carvers
Looking for a New Hobby?
The Northern Alberta Woodcarvers meet at the Duggan Hall
every Wednesday night from 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm all year round.
NEW CARVERS ARE WELCOME !
No experience is required. Come and see, ask questions, and pick something to work on.
For more information contact Gerry Magnan at [email protected] or 780-417-0369
Awards program. The other seven categories
are open to submissions from architects,
landscape architects, artists, designers,
building owners and developers that have
contributed to enhancing the quality of life
in Edmonton through high quality urban
design projects. These seven categories will
be judged by a panel of experts from around
Canada.
Samuel Oboh, Regional Director of the
architectural institute, says the Edmonton
Urban Design awards are an important
showcase for architecture and urban design.
“The Edmonton Urban Design Awards
competition is one way the institute, in concert
with the City of Edmonton, brings awareness
to the valuable contribution that good urban
design makes to our city. Quality urban
design fosters excellence, social inclusion
and sustainable lifestyles into our collective
identity and civic pride as Edmontonians.”
Winners of the 2013 Edmonton Urban Design
Awards will be announced on November 22,
2013 at a gala in City Hall.
For more information on the Edmonton
Urban Design Awards and to vote in the
People’s Choice category visit edmonton.ca/
urbandesignawards.
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Issue No. 377 | September 2013
Community Garden Start-Up
In a world with many uncertainties, there is
one constant. People love to eat, and the best,
safest, and cheapest food available is what
they grow themselves. Edmonton has one of
the best climates in Alberta for growing. Long
summer days, lots of sun and rain, and soil
that retains nutrients to make good nutritious
food. We also have in Duggan a sense of
community, an ability to pull off great events,
and great people to make them happen.
This year marked the beginning of a garden
space near the hall that will beautify the area,
build community, and feed members of our
neighbourhood. We are in the planning
stages, designing a garden that will include
individual plots, an herb garden and flower
garden to share, and a small orchard.
“Growing your own food is like printing your
own money!!” We are looking for people who
want to grow, both literally in the garden once
it gets going, and in the Community Building
activities that go with getting this important
project off the ground. Please come and join
us!! Our Facebook group provides ongoing
announcements of what is happening. You
can get all the details you need there. Or
email Bill at [email protected]. Happy
Growing!
Farmers’ Market Gets Kids Prepared for School
Year While Savouring Summer Delights
Trish a M ic kelso n
With summer now winding down, parents
and children alike can find themselves trying
to balance on a teeter totter of opposing
demands: making the most of those last days
of summer versus gearing back up for school.
There are, however, some activities that can
bring these conflicting seasons together. One
such example is a trip to your local farmers
market. The Southwest Edmonton Farmers
Market runs every Wednesday evening until
October 12, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm.
You can enjoy the delicious tastes of summer,
the outdoor weather, beautiful artisan
creations and activities to engage your
children and family as a whole.
School lunches can be a dilemma for parents
and children. The farmers market is an
opportunity to shop together with your
kids to find unique ideas and scrumptious
flavours to liven up their lunches. Let the
sensuous colours, smells and tastes of our
fresh ingredients as well as our enthusiastic
and knowledgable vendors help you plan and
delicious and tempting lunch menu.
Another great way to keep kids interested in
eating, while revisiting their math, science
and reading skills is to choose a recipe that
you can shop for and prepare with your
children. Introduce your kids to one of
your family favourites, or visit our inspiring
website at www.swefm.ca or your local library
for a refreshing new recipe.
Other activities that can engage your children
and help them connect with their creative
minds are the weekly crafts that are taking
place near the information tent. For older
children, a great learning opportunity is
having them conduct a brief interview with
one of our vendors. Sample questions are
available on our website. This allows children
as well as their parents to gain insight into how
their food gets to the kitchen from its source,
how the products are grown, raised or made,
what the life of a farmer or artisan is like and
gather ideas for how to use the products that
you purchase at the market.
Then finish your trip to the market with
a special summer treat. Food truck fare,
kettle popcorn, cotton candy, cupcakes and
jewellery are just a few options for kids to
spend their summer allowance or enjoy a
special surprise to mark their market visit.
Finally, remember that at our September
18 market we are collecting fresh fruit and
vegetables that you have grown in your own
garden or that you have purchased at our
market to donate to Edmonton’s Food Bank
to help feed our city with nutritious choices.
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Issue No. 377 | September 2013
Blue Quill Music Festival - Party in the Park
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Join us for the community party of the year
taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2013!
musicians. Children in the community will
also have the opportunity to jam with pros.
p.m., the Party will continue indoors inside
the hall.
Music is a universal language and “Party in
the Park” will be a music festival carried out
in Blue Quill Park from Noon to midnight.
The Party will have 3 bandstands set up
in the park surrounding the community
hall, the tennis courts and inside the hall.
Over 30 local professional musicians will
be performing along with local amateur
This is gearing up to be the annual signature
event of the commmunity that inspires youth
to engage in community and neighbours
to mingle with each other under casual
circumstance. Bring your lawn chairs and
blankets to enjoy the outdoor performances.
Barbecued food, refreshments, bouncies and
entertainment will be on hand. After 7:00
Go to the event’s Facebook page and JOIN
up so that you can stay apprised of details as
they come out. INVITE your friends to the
Facebook event to spread the word. E-mail
[email protected] or call (780) 669-0496
for more details. We look forward to seeing
you there!
D’s Famous Salsa
S ource: AllRecipes.com
Ingredients:
Call Jeff Michaud directly at
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Directions:
Jeff Michaud & Associates Are Proud To Be Your
Community Realtor.
1 pound dry ziti pasta
1 onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
6 ounces provolone cheese, sliced
1 1/2 cups sour cream
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti pasta,
and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes; drain.
2. In a large skillet, brown onion and ground beef over medium
heat. Add spaghetti sauce, and simmer 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter
a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer as follows: 1/2 of the ziti,
Provolone cheese, sour cream, 1/2 sauce mixture, remaining
ziti, mozzarella cheese and remaining sauce mixture. Top with
grated Parmesan cheese.
4. Bake for 30 minutes in the oven, or until cheeses are melted.
Emma’s Pet Sitting & Dog Services
Undivided attention for your
pet in the comfort of its own
home.
Care for some dogs in our
home (short hop to airport).
Special services for breeders.
Care for your home.
We are retired, professional Pekingese
breeders registered with CKC, experienced
with dogs, cats, horses, and dairy cattle.
Walking, grooming, travel.
Great references.
780-432-2373
Cell:
780-566-4598
[email protected]
The Southwest Seniors Outreach Society is
looking for singers to join our wonderful
choir. We practice Tuesday afternoons from
12:45 - 3 p.m., commencing September
17. We perform at various locations
throughout the year, including long term
care facilities, other senior organizations,
etc. If you like to sing and have fun, we
would very much like to welcome you!
Need help sleeping or with flexibility?
Wednesday mornings, starting September
11, we offer a gentle Yoga class.
Southwest Seniors also offers other
programming/services: Clogging, weekly
luncheons followed by entertainment, bus
trips and miscellaneous programming.
For more information, please call 780-4359515. (Southwest Seniors: 10832 – 62 Ave)
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Issue No. 377 | September 2013
Can’t Vote on Election Day? Find out How to Cast your Ballot
Beginning August 1, 2013, Edmontonians
can request a Special (Mail-in) Ballot to cast
their vote in the 2013 Edmonton Election.
Edmontonians may cast their vote using a
Special (Mail-in) Ballot if they are unable
to make it to a voting station during the
Advance Vote or on election day October 21,
2013 because they are:
• Physically incapacitated
• Out of town
• An election worker, candidate, official
agent or scrutineer located at a voting
station other than the one for their
designated place of residence
“Edmonton Elections wants to make it as
easy as possible for citizens to cast a vote, no
matter what their circumstances,” said Laura
Kennedy, Director of Elections.
Special (Mail-in) Ballot packages will be
printed following the release of the official
list of candidates on Tuesday September
24, 2013. Voters can arrange to have their
Special (Mail-in) Ballot package mailed to
them or they can pick it up at the Elections
and Census Office (16304-114 Avenue) or the
Office of the City Clerk (3rd Floor, City Hall,
1 Sir Winston Churchill Square).
Voters can also arrange to get a Special (Mailin) Ballot package by calling the Elections
and Census Office at 780-442-VOTE (8683).
In order to vote, citizens must produce
one piece of authorized identification that
establishes both their name and current
residential address. If a citizen chooses to
vote by Special (Mail-in) Ballot, they will
be required to provide a photocopy of their
authorized identification, such as an Alberta
Driver’s Licence, when they return their
ballot package.
In order to be counted, all completed ballots
must be returned to either the Elections and
Census Office or the Office of the City Clerk
by 7pm on Election Day (Monday October
21, 2013). Special Ballots will not be accepted
at Advance Vote or Election Day stations.
Full instructions on the completion and
return of the Special Ballot package will be
included in the documentation received with
the package.
Please note: voters should not send in their
original identification with their package.
Southgate Alliance Church
Sunday Service at 10:30am We are located on the corner of 40 Ave and 107 Street Our Sunday Morning Service includes: Inspiring music and Bible-­‐‑based teaching in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere Nursery for babies up to 3 years old with caring staff Programming for children aged 3 to grade 6 during the service Community Garage Sale! September 14 (9:00am – 4:00pm) Tables available for $10 each – call to reserve English Conversation Classes – starts Sat, Sept 21 To register: [email protected] mainly music -­‐‑ starts Thurs, Sept 12 at 9:30am A program for children ages 0-­‐‑5yrs and their caregiver Phone: 780-­‐‑438-­‐‑1713 or E-­‐‑mail: [email protected] www.southgatealliance.com 8 C ity News & No t i c e s
Issue No. 377 | September 2013
Thinking About Dumping Illegally? Think Again
Cit y o f Ed mo nto n
The City of Edmonton wants to remind
residents that it is illegal to leave garbage,
and large items such as fridges, furniture and
renovation materials at its recycling depots.
be able to trust people to use them properly
and respect the bylaws so that we can maintain
this convenient access.”
Illegal dumping at recycling depots is being
monitored and offenders could receive a fine
of $250. This year, the depots have already
seen 266 tonnes of illegally dumped material.
The City has 20 recycling depots throughout
Edmonton, which accept paper, cardboard,
plastic containers, glass jars, cans and plastic
bags. In 2012, the depots received 7,094
tonnes of material.
“Recycling depots provide an important
service to the communities because residents
and small businesses can drop their recyclable
items 24 hours a day,” said Chris Fowler,
General Supervisor, Waste Drop-off Services
for Waste Management Services. “We want to
Recycling depots do not accept furniture,
tires, home renovation material, mattresses,
bikes or home appliances such as fridges,
stoves, washers, monitors and TVs. These
items should be taken to an Eco Station,
Big Bin Event or the Edmonton Waste
Management Centre.
“We encourage residents to dispose of all
items properly,” said Fowler. “Recycling
depots are not designed to accept large items
or household hazardous waste which can
pose a risk for the staff and citizens who
come in contact with it.”
If you witness illegal dumping, please report
it by calling 311.
For more information about Recycling
Depots locations and acceptable items please
visit edmonton.ca/recyclingdepots or call
311.
Commonwealth Stadium Seat Replacement Wraps Up
Cit y o f Ed mo nto n
in Canada for major sports and entertainment
events.”
“The investment in infrastructure has been
vital for us to keep pace with many of the new
stadiums that are being built throughout the
country,” said Eskimos President and CEO
Len Rhodes. “Commonwealth Stadium will
continue to be one of the most outstanding
places for our fans to watch a football game.”
A sea of green and gold seats has given
Edmonton’s Commonwealth Stadium a
gleaming new look.
Crews finished installing the last of 56,000
new and more comfortable seats on August
11, 2013. The green and gold seats replace
the weathered old red seats, most dating back
35 years when the stadium, now home to the
Edmonton Eskimos Football Club, opened
for the 1978 Commonwealth Games.
“Edmonton’s City Council is committed
to offering a world-class facility for local,
national and international events,” said
Mayor Stephen Mandel. “This investment
in upgrading Commonwealth Stadium will
ensure it continues to be a premiere location
The new standard seats feature armrests,
cup holders and one inch more room in
the majority of the seats. In the end zones,
individual molded seats, complete with back
support, replace the original bench seating,
improving fan experience.
The seat replacement cost $11.9 million,
with $4 million coming from the City of
Edmonton. The remaining $7.9 million is
being raised through a ticket surcharge of
5% that has been added to all events at the
stadium since 2012.
Chair installation was completed 2-months
ahead of schedule. It was originally scheduled
for completion by October 31, 2013.
The City of Edmonton’s Waste Management
Services managed the recycling of the original
seats. Those that could not be salvaged for
sale by the Eskimos were separated into
aluminum and plastic components and sold
for recycling.
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