March 2016 SECA Newsletter - Shawnee

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Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 26th
Evergreen Park
1611 Evergreen Drive
Participation is open to the families
of all SECA members.
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March is Community Association Membership Awareness Month!
Engage. Belong. Inspire. Be part of it!
V isit us at: www. shawnee - evergreen . ca
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Register now for our
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For more
information call
403-252-1161
2335-162nd Ave.SW
(Close to Sobeys)
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Trico Centre has been committed
to family wellness for over 30 years.
We have partnerships with more than 40 communities in south Calgary.
Residents of partnered communities pay 20% less for memberships
than non-residents with payment of the Community Support Fee or
presentation of a valid community association membership.
Trico Centre for Family Wellness
11150 Bonaventure Drive SE
403-278-7542 | www.tricocentre.ca
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Open House on Wednesday, March 16th at 6:30 – 8:00pm
Visit us at: www.shawnee-evergreen.ca.
SECA Community Association
SECA President’s Report
As I write this we are enjoying a chinook; can spring
be too far off? On February 23rd the City held an
Open House at the Trico Centre to update the
public on the Shawnee Park Land Use Amendment
application, and the Phase 5 and 6 Development
Permit applications for new housing proposed to
be built in this same area. I hope you were able to
attend. Watch our SECA web site (http://www.
shawnee-evergreen.ca/) for updates or go to
the City site at https://developmentmap.calgary.
ca/#property/LOC2015-0180.
March is Community Association
Membership Awareness Month!
D
id you know that Mayor Nenshi declares the month of March as
Community Association Membership Awareness Month?
Did you also know that there are 150 community associations in
Calgary that are run by your neighbours? In fact, more than 20,000
volunteers are involved in community associations here in Calgary,
making it the LARGEST collective volunteer movement in the city!
Are you a member of your community association? If not, you are
missing out on numerous benefits, including sizeable discounts at local
businesses. Membership is extremely affordable with most community
association memberships averaging under $30 a year!
Throughout the month of March we encourage you to “be part of it”
and find out what your community association can do for you! It’s easy
and you may be surprised by the many benefits and options available
to you as a resident.
Upcoming events for SECA include the Easter Egg
Hunt on Saturday March 26th. As was the case
last year this will be held at Evergreen Park at 1611
Evergreen Drive. Participation is open to the
families of all SECA members. The Community
sponsored Parade of Garage Sales will be the
weekend of June 4th and our Annual Stampede
Breakfast will be Saturday June 25th. Mark your
calendars now!
Sincerely,
Brad Smith,
President SECA
Community associations are run by your neighbours, they bring
residents together, they provide endless opportunities right in
your backyard, and they act as a voice for your community. Most
importantly, these hard-working volunteers are dedicated to
making sure your community is a great place to live, work, and play.
Purchasing a community association membership is a great way to get
involved and show your support for the many ways your neighbours
work to ensure you love where you live.
For example, this very community newsletter is just one of the many
ways your community association works to keep you informed on
events, topics and issues of interest close to home, written and
compiled by your neighbours.
So take a minute during March Community Association Membership
Awareness Month and find out more about your community
association and how you can get involved!
Engage. Belong. Inspire. Be part of it!
Pg. 3 March 2016 Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 26th
Evergreen Park
1611 Evergreen Drive
Participation is open to the families of all SECA members.
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Community Association Membership Form
We need you to be a member!!! Please send in your membership today!
HERE IS WHAT YOUR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (SECA) DOES:
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Hosts Easter Egg Hunt at Evergreen
Park (1611 Evergreen Drive SW)
Hosts the June Family Stampede
Breakfast (free for members and their
resident family) at Evergreen Park
Sponsors the June Annual
Community Parade of Garage Sales
Sponsors Community Cleanup in
September
Provides input and authorizes the
monthly Community Newsletter
delivered to all 1900+ households
Provides a member on the Board
of the Cardel Rec South Complex
Association
Supports the Friends of Fish Creek
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Provincial Park Society
Works with Cardel Homes, Genstar
and the City to ensure that Shawnee
Park is developed in a way that
melds with our existing community
as well as is possible
Diligently alert to the future
development of lands surrounding
the Fish Creek-Lacombe LRT station
Is involved with the City on
transportation issues (e.g. SW Ring
Road development, traffic and
safety issues, etc.) that impact our
community
Addresses speeding and other traffic
issues within our community (e.g.
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Shawnee Drive SW and 6th Street
SW intersection improvements)
Membership in SECA provides
opportunity to enjoy 20% reduction
in Trico Centre fees (and avoid Trico
$30.00 Community Support Fee)
Join or renew at http://www.
shawnee-evergreen.ca/
Membership.page or complete
form below
All this, and more, for only $20 a year!
Annual memberships expire on April
30th each year.
www.shawnee-evergreen.ca
MEMBERSHIP REGISTRATION FORM
To purchase a membership in your Community Association, please fill in this form, attach a cheque
for $20.00 made out to Shawnee-Evergreen Community Association, and mail or deliver to:
Shawnee-Evergreen Community Association
c/o Peter Snell, 1058 Shawnee Road SW, Calgary AB T2Y 1W5
Household Information (Held in confidence):
Surname 1: _________________________ Given name: _________________________
MEMBER
Surname 2: _________________________ Given name: _________________________
Street Address: __________________________________________________________
Postal Code: _________________ Telephone: ________________________ (residence)
E-mail Address: __________________________________________________________
E-mail address is especially important if you want to receive SECA communications
Please mark (a) your choice as a volunteer: ___ Board of Directors member ___ Membership Campaign canvasser ___Stampede Breakfast Helper
___ Don’t know, ask me!
Payment ($20.00): Cash: _________________ Cheque # ___________________
Pg. 4 March 2016 Visit us at: www.shawnee-evergreen.ca.
Board of Directors Relocation of Midnapore
Household Hazardous
Waste Drop-off
Contact us: Send email to
[email protected]
You can take household hazardous waste, such as cleaners,
paint and oil, to any of The City’s landfill Throw ‘n’ Go areas or
designated fire stations with special storage depots.
Due to construction of the interchange along
162 Avenue and Sun Valley Blvd. S.E. the household
hazardous waste drop-off at Midnapore Fire Station 26
will be relocated effective March 1, 2016 to:
Officers
Brad Smith
President
Vacant
Vice President
Peter Snell
Secretary/Treasurer &
Membership Secretary
Evergreen Fire Station 37
2511 Eversyde Avenue S.W.
The Midnapore household hazardous waste drop-off will
remain closed until early 2018.
Other Directors
Vic Bohonos
Director
Sarah Breu
Director - Social
Richard Dingwall
Director
Zeinab El Kady
Director– Cardel Recreation
Centre South
Liala Elrafihe
Director - Social
Ian Jobe
Director
2607 – 106 Avenue S.W.
Ajay Khanolkar
Director
Michael MacLeod
Director
Fire stations are open for drop-off seven days a week,
from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Marion McIntyre
Director - Trico
Barbara Murray
Director
George Payson
Director - Beacon Hill
John Raich
Director
Norm Rousseau
Director - Development
Other household hazardous waste drop-offs in the south include:
Shepard Landfill
8 Street and 114 Avenue S.E.
Cedarbrae Fire Station 24
Before you drop off materials, make sure they are stored,
labelled and sealed properly. These household hazardous waste
materials can pose a danger to our workers, your family, your
pets, your neighbourhood and the environment.
Cardel Rec South offers a variety
of recreational and educational
program for all ages. We are a
strong supporter of the Home
Schooling community as well and
offer several options for children
aged 6 and up.
Visit our website at:
www.cardelrec.com for a complete
listing of our programming.
Pg. 5 March 2016 For more information,
visit calgary.ca/waste.
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SECA Community Association
Shawnee/Evergreen Community Association Membership Benefits
• You are entitled to one vote per membership at the Shawnee/
Evergreen Annual General Meeting in September.
• You, and residing members of your family can participate
FREE at the Annual Shawnee/Evergreen Stampede Breakfast in
June.
• CARDEL REC SOUTH COMPLEX. SECA Members receive
a reduced fee rate. See inside this newsletter for program
information.
• Your Board of Directors represent the community in all
aspects of community needs such as developments – including
future developments, traffic concerns, LRT needs, roadways,
community playgrounds, and liaises with other communities on
a wide variety of concerns and issue.
TO OBTAIN MEMBERSHIPS:
1. Those who have not purchased a family membership are
required to obtain a membership to take part in the festivities,
to vote at the Annual General Meetings or receive reductions
in fees for the Cardel Rec South Complex programs and for the
Trico programs
and send it as directed on the form to S.E.C.A. Also available at
the Cardel Rec South Complex. Memberships are $20 per year
and must be renewed annually by May 1st.
3. Memberships may now be purchased on-line by going to the
SECA web site at http://www.shawnee-evergreen.ca/
Membership.page and “clicking” on the “Pay Membership Fee
via PayPal” button below the “Membership Form”.
NOTE:
If you have any item of interest
for SHAWNEE SLOPES and/or
EVERGREEN ESTATES RESIDENTS,
please forward them to SECA at
[email protected].
Submissions for the Newsletter are
due on the 4th day of the month for
the next month’s issue.
Your comments, suggestions and articles
are welcome – it is YOUR newsletter!
2. Memberships can be purchased - at any functions, the Annual
General Meeting in September, OR fill out the form on page 4
Membership Information Shawnee/Evergreen Community Association
If you live in this area
(inside the lines and your street address name
contains EverGREEN or Shawnee) or
you are a resident of the
Beacon Hill condominiums at
14645 6th Street S.W.,
you are eligible to be a regular
member of the Shawnee/Evergreen
Association. (S.E.C.A.)
Support Your Community Association.
Buy A Membership Today!
Pg. 6 March 2016 Visit us at: www.shawnee-evergreen.ca.
Important
Don’t be a victim
Your Official Newsletter
ALL EMERGENCY CALLS
Numbers
911
Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre
403.253.5250
Alberta Health Care
403.310.0000
AHS Addictions Hotline
1.866.332.2322
ATCO Gas – 24 Hour Emergency
403.245.7222
Calgary HEALTH LINK 24/7
403.943.5465
Calgary Police – Non Emergency
403.266.1234
Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter
403.234.7233
Child Abuse Hotline
1.800.387.5437
Child Find – Alberta
403.270.3463
Distress/Crisis Line
403.266.4357
ENMAX – Power Trouble
403.514.6100
Poison Centre – Alberta
1.800.332.1414
Suicide Crisis Line
1.800.784.2433
HOSPITALS/URGENT CARE
Alberta Children’s Hospital
403.955.7211
Foothills Hospital
403.944.1110
Rockyview General Hospital
403.943.3000
South Calgary Urgent Care
403.943.9300
South Health Campus
403.956.1111
OTHER
Calgary Humane Society
403.205.4455
Calgary Parking Authority
403.537.7100
Calgary Senior’s Resource
Call Before You Dig
City of Calgary
403.266.6200
1.800.242.3447
211 and 311
protect your PIN from fraudsters
March is Fraud Prevention Month, so consider taking all
precautions necessary to arm yourself against identity thieves
eager to gain access to your financial information and bank
accounts.
One of the easiest steps you can take is to guard your personal
identification number (PIN) from thieves who would use it to
make unauthorized transactions on your accounts.
Canadians use their PINs daily to make credit and debit
purchases, and simply covering the keypad with your hand is a
good first step to keep your PIN secret. You can also make your
PIN difficult to steal by creating one that’s hard to guess, and by
changing it often.
Did you also know the Canadian Code of Practice for
Consumer Debit Card Services provides guidelines about
personal identification numbers? The code states a PIN can’t
be a combination of the cardholder’s name, telephone number,
date of birth, address, or social insurance number.
Some other steps to consider to protect your PIN.
• Do not write your PIN on the back of your debit or credit
card.
• Check your accounts regularly for unauthorized transactions,
and notify your financial institution as soon as you discover one.
City of Calgary - Parks & Rec.
403.268.3888
• Put important identification – your social insurance number,
birth certificate, and passport – in a safe place.
Elder Abuse Resource Line (65+)
403.705.3250
• Shred all documents that contain your personal information.
Fish Creek Library
403.221.2090
Kerby Centre for the 55 plus
403.705.3246
• Share your personal information only with companies you
trust and only when necessary.
City Hall
403.268.2111
City Hall - Mayor’s Office
403.268.5622
Road Conditions – Calgary
1.877.262.4997
Trico Centre
403.278.7542
Weather Information
403.299.7878
Pg. 7 March 2016 • If you will be away from home for a while, arrange for a
neighbour or friend you trust to pick up your mail to prevent
others from stealing it — and your identity.
If you become a victim of fraud, contact your financial
institution.
~ www.newscanada.com
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City of Calgary Updates
Neighbour Day
Calling for Calgary Awards Nominations
Held annually on the third Saturday of
June, Neighbour Day is an opportunity
for neighbours to come together in the
form of BBQs, cleanups and potlucks
to celebrate our strong community
spirit in Calgary. Make Saturday, June
18 the day you host a block party,
a picnic at your local park or even
introduce yourself to a neighbour and
lend a helping hand.
The Calgary Awards is one of the largest citizen recognition programs in our city. The
City of Calgary established the Calgary Awards in 1994 to celebrate and recognize
outstanding achievements and contributions made by Calgarians. Each year, individuals,
corporations, community groups, schools and organizations are nominated in five
major award categories, for a total of 16 awards.
The City of Calgary wants to
encourage as many people as possible
to host a local activity on their block
or in their residential building. That
is why they are waiving the fees for
small scale local block party permits
and neighbourhood park bookings for
events that take place on June 18 this
year. Please note the deadline for road
closure permit applications is May 27.
The Calgary Awards are for Calgarians. Individuals, businesses,
not-for-profit organizations, community groups and other
organizations can all be nominated. For specific eligibility
requirements, how to nominate someone in your community and
for more information visit: calgary.ca/calgaryawards.
Visit calgary.ca/neighbourday for
more information about Neighbour
Day including an event planning kit,
information about permits other
logistical considerations.
Youth Employment
Centre Hiring Fair
Looking for a job? Visit the FREE Youth
Employment Centre Hiring Fair on
Tuesday, April 5 from 1:30 p.m. to 6:00
p.m. at the Big Four Building. Connect
with employers offering hundreds of
positions that need to be filled now.
Dress to impress and be prepared to
be interviewed.
Get a job and start your dream career at
Calgary’s only hiring fair exclusively for
youth ages 15-24. Visit nextSteps.org
for more information and to view the list
of employers attending the event.
Pg. 8 December 2015 The City of Calgary encourages all Calgarians to look to
their neighbours, colleagues, community leaders, local
organizations and businesses for those who could qualify as
recipients of the Calgary Awards.
Nominations close on Friday, May 6, 2016.
Cool camps for your little critters
Send your kids on an action-packed nature adventure this spring break! The City of Calgary’s
nature day camps connect children with the natural world through hands-on activities and
outdoor play. Campers will spend an unforgettable week exploring bugs, birds, plants and
animals, and gaining a better understanding of nature and their place within it.
Nature day camps run from Monday,
March 21 through Friday, March 25 and
are located at Inglewood Bird Sanctuary,
Ralph Klein Park or Devonian Gardens.
Half- and full-day camps are available.
Nature Fun Camps, designed for children four
and five years old, introduce preschoolers to
the natural world through bite-sized adventures
using games, crafts and stories. Camps run from 9 a.m. to noon and are $115 per child.
Nature Spring Camps, designed for children aged six to 10, focus on nature’s amazing
transformation during the spring season. Campers will learn about insect, plant and animal
adaptations through games, art and outdoor activities. Camps run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
and are $225 per child.
Worried about childcare? We have you covered. Before- and after-camp care is
available upon request at a cost of $25 per timeslot.
For more information or to register, visit calgary.ca/parksguide or call 403-268-3800.
Thank you for supporting your community association and your local businesses!
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Dave Rodney, MLA Calgary-Lougheed “Onward & Upward”
Serving Woodbine, Woodlands, Evergreen & Bridlewood
[email protected] ~ Phone: 403-238-1212 ~ 311A-2525 Woodview Dr SW
Please join me for a very
important event:
MLA Dave Rodney’s Alberta
Pre-Budget Roundtable
Glenmore Christian Academy
16520 - 24th St SW
Tuesday, March 1, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Friends, this is a pivotal time in Alberta
history--especially considering job
losses here at home--& the economic
situation around the world. This is a
great opportunity for you to have your
say: what do you hope the new NDP
government will have--& will not have--in
their upcoming budget? What other
advice do you have for them--or for me?
Let’s make our suggestions before the
budget, rather than waiting until it’s too
late; & please bring a friend!
High School Students: Would you
like to be an “MLA for a Day”?
This unique 3-day program (May
1 - 3) provides students with a
deeper understanding of the roles &
responsibilities of an MLA. Students
participate in workshops & discussions,
conduct personal interviews with
current & former MLAs, & take part
in a debate in the Legislative Assembly
Chamber. It results in new friendships
& perspectives; & transportation, meals,
& accommodation are provided free for
successful applicants. For more details,
please contact me asap!
Show your Appreciation for a Special
Teacher—Today!
Nominations for the 28th annual
Excellence in Teaching Awards are
open--until March 4. Please help to
identify that outstanding educator who
deserves recognition! For more, please
visit: https://archive.education.alberta.ca/
teachers/excellence/info/
-Spruce Meadows (on the Southern
boundary of Calgary-Lougheed). Our
PC caucus joined me in paying respects
to Mr Southern, & we offer our sincere
condolences to the Southern family, who
will carry on his amazing work in our city,
province, country & world!
Making a Respectful Mark as
Opposition Advocate
I was pleased to offer congratulations
to the two new ministers appointed
to the portfolios for which I am the
PC advocate: Advanced Education, &
Indigenous Relations. It was gratifying
to see the gov’t finally change the name
of the ministry to Indigenous Relations
(a more inclusive title), from the former
Aboriginal Relations. <I recommended
that to the former minister, while
questioning her during budget estimates
last fall. She indicated she would
consider the suggestion, & I am glad that
she did!> Respectful discourse is my
preferred method of acting in a way that
effects positive change.
Royalties in Alberta
Alberta’s Students are our Future
It was a pleasure to attend GCA’s Career
Day in Bridlewood. I was asked to share
my personal, professional, & political
journeys, while focussing on the students’
future. As a former educator, adventurer,
entrepreneur, & humanitarian, it was
special to be part of an event such as this,
& to witness the passion & commitment
of the staff & students. I send everyone
my best wishes--especially those
preparing to finish their high school
career, & move on to their next phase of
their lives!
Pg. 10 March 2016 An Unforgettable Albertan
I was humbled to attend the funeral of
Ron Southern recently. Over the years,
I have learned a great deal from this
Albertan icon who was an incredible
family man, a great friend & mentor, a
generous philanthropist, the founder
of the worldwide family of ATCO
companies, & the co-visionary of the
best facility of its kind in the world-
After the election, the new NDP gov’t
announced a review of AB’s system
for collecting royalties from energy
companies. While in opposition, the
NDP harshly criticized our former PC
gov’t for failing to maintain a system that
benefited AB’s first & foremost; but the
NDP recently released the report, which
concluded that the royalty system was
good (!); & AB’s have been indeed been
receiving their fair share. While pleased
with that expected result, our PC caucus
did not support the review in the first
place: it created unnecessary instability
in a crucial sector of our economy (which
was already shaken by the drop in the
price of oil); & that directly affect the lives
of AB’s in crucial ways! My PC colleagues
& I will continue to stand up loud &
proud for what is best for Albertans; & I
encourage your feedback in the process!
Visit us at: www.shawnee-evergreen.ca.
Graham Sucha
there will be a focus on supporting Albertans in various ways in
these difficult economic times.
MLA Calgary-Shaw
CLIMATE CHANGE: The government is moving forward with
Climate Change initiatives. You can read more about the initiatives
and submit your views. http://www.alberta.ca/climate.cfm
# 328, 22 Midlake Blvd. SE
(403) 256-8969
[email protected]
M
arch is a busy busy month … first day of spring, daylight
savings time, spring break, the Legislative Assembly will
reconvene March 9th.
INTRODUCTION: I would like to introduce a new person
in our office. Michelle H is a part-time Constituency Assistant
whose focus will be Outreach. The next time you are passing
by the office, I encourage you to pop in and say hi.
GET YOUR MESSAGE OUT: Calgary Shaw is host to many
great organizations and not-for-profit groups. I encourage you
to stop by the office and share some of the great stories about
your organization. I would be happy to post some of them and
let Calgary Shaw know about the great work that you are doing
in our community.
GLOBAL ECONOMY IMPACT: The global low price of oil
has certainly had an impact on jobs and family income. There
are various job search and skills training programs available
to all Canadians .. we have some of those postings in our
office, please feel free to stop in and have a look at them.
The government continues to work diligently on your behalf,
supporting job creation initiatives and incentives. http://work.
alberta.ca/labour/job-creation-incentive-program.html and
http://work.alberta.ca/labour.html It can become difficult for
people to navigate community services and resources when
needed. If you have any questions about where to go or what
supports are available to you, our office is available to help.
FISH CREEK / ATCO update: You may begin to notice
ATCO activity in and around Fish Creek. They are upgrading
the aging infrastructure. Read more about their plan. http://
www.atcopipelines.com/upr/Projects/Fish-Creek
I enjoy attending community
events, if you would like me to
attend yours, I will do my best
to be available. If you have
concerns regarding community
issues you can reach me
through my constituency office:
403.256.8969.
Having fun at a St. Mary’s
University basketball game
awarding the best player!
Congratulations to the women’s
basketball team on a fabulous
season!
My office can provide Notary
Public and Commissioner for
Oaths services (it’s a good idea
to make an appointment) and provincial pins, if you need a few.
D isclaimer
The opinions expressed within any published article, report or
submission reflect those of the author and should not be considered
to reflect those for the Community Association or the publisher of
this newsletter.
The information contained in this newsletter is believed to be
accurate, but is not warranted to be so. Thank you.
2016 – 2017 BUDGET. Currently the Treasury Board and
Finance are working on the 2016 – 2017 budget. Certainly
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Pg. 11 March 2016 We’ll find it. We’ll install it. We’ll guarantee it.
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Councillor Diane’s City Hall Update
Councillor Diane Colley-Urquhart:
Email: [email protected] - Phone: 403.268.2290 - Website: CouncillorDiane.ca
Twitter/Instagram: BigRedYYC - FB: Facebook.com/dianecu
Exciting Woodcreek Presidency Revote
I’m delighted that our wonderful President Cec Jahrig won the presidency revote by
such a huge margin. It is unfortunate that both he and Darlynn Linn (2nd Vice President)
had to go through their elections a second time. Thank you both so much for your
dedicated community service and leadership.
Pedestrian Strategy Update
With all the focus on RouteAhead and the future infrastructure of our City, we
sometimes forget about those who choose to commute using the smallest carbon
footprint possible. Back in 2009, Calgary adopted a Municipal Development Plan
(MDP) that empahsized Calgarians’ desire to build a city more economically,
socially and environmentally sustatinable. I will be doing a bus tour to all
Ward 13 communities with the Community Association Presidents and City
transporation staff to focus on traffic and pedestrian areas of concern. Please
let them know your concerns and hotspots as well.
As a Pedestrian Strategy Steering Committee member, our plan is simple; to
keep pedestrians safe and people driving defensively.
• Short-term (2016 - 2018): focus is on safety. Quick to deliver, effective,
inexpensive actions.
• Medium-term (2019 - 2022): focus is on connections.
• Long-term (2022+): focus is on walkability.
As with RouteAhead, there will be a ton of community engagement, consultation and dialogue. As with the Safer Mobility Plan, the
Pedestrian Strategy is aligned with “Vision Zero”, ultimately striving for zero pedestrian casualties in Calgary. To get there, we have
set an aggressive target of a 50% reduction in injuries and fatalities by 2025.
In addition to traditional pedestrian designs, a number of new technologies are being proposed:
• Action #4: Pilot installations for street lighting to illuminate roadway crossings
• Action #5: Pilot installations of ‘pedestrian-zones’ where pedestrian desire lines
cannot be easily confined to a specific crosswalk location
• Action #41: Collaborate with partner organizations to develop three innovative
pedestrian projects
The capital requirement in the short term (2016 - 2018) is $15million. $4million of the
2016 capital funding is available and will be applied to priority actions. The 2017 and
2018 capital requirements will be revisited as part of the mid-cycle budget adjustments.
The Pedestrian Strategy is vital for the liveability of our citizens in our City as the need
for more sustainable resources. We want to do everything we can for family safety and for this to become the standard.
Please visit Calgary.ca/PedestrianStrategy for all up to date and accurate information. If you have any other questions or feedback,
please do not hesitate to contact my office.
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“Home security doesn’t necessarily mean hard-wiring alarms
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for crime. This checklist to protect your investment and to
develop a comprehensive home security plan:
Make your home an undesirable target for would-be
criminals. The best way to prevent crime is to reduce the
opportunities around your home and property. Keep windows,
doors and vehicles locked. Ask a neighbour or house sitter to
check your home every day while you’re out of town. Avoid
broadcasting your latest purchases – break down packaging
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entrance ways, windows and doors are clearly visible and not
obscured by trees or shrubs.
Be aware of crime in your area. Subscribe to a local
police department blog or social media feed. Read your
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Prepare against fire and adopt fire-safe habits.
Install new batteries in smoke detectors every fall and
keep loaded fire extinguishers scattered around your home.
Periodically spot check around the home to assess the firesafe habits of occupants. Look for electrical problems such as
overloaded circuits or exposed wiring. Fire prevention involves
both fire-safe surroundings and fire-safe habits by everyone.
Conduct a risk assessment. List things about you, your
home and your location that make you susceptible to
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gather information from police, neighbours and insurers. Rank
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Match those risks to an appropriate security system in terms of
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Promoting consistent and mindful security habits and developing
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