Chinook Communities Local Area Planning Project Phase 3: REFINE

May 28, 2024 / Ward 09

Phase 3: REFINE of the Chinook Communities Local Area Planning project is taking place May 28 – June 24, 2024. In this phase, we are looking to further discuss and refine how redevelopment and revitalization could happen in the Chinook Communities of Bel-Aire, Britannia, Elboya, Mayfair, Meadowlark Park, Parkhill, Windsor Park, Manchester, a south portion of Manchester Industrial and a small eastern portion of Glenmore Park.

Share your thoughts from May 28 – June 24, 2024.

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Ogden - Update on 18 St SE Planned Road Maintenance

May 27, 2024 / Ward 09

The City of Calgary is prepping to begin work on planned road maintenance along 18 St SE from 21 St SE to 66 Ave SE.

North Star Contracting is scheduled to begin milling and paving activities on 18 St SE on May 30, 2024, with completion in late June. (Pending favorable weather conditions.)

During construction, crews will be working during nighttime hours, from 9pm. to 5am, Monday to Sunday, to ensure timely completion.

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2024 HMCS CALGARY BARN BURNER! JULY 3

May 27, 2024 / Ward 09

Councillors Kourtney Penner and Gian-Carlo Carra along with the Friends of HMCS Calgary Committee are delighted to invite you to this year’s HMCS Calgary Barn Burner!

Dust off your best western attire and kick off Stampede with the Commanding Officer and members of the HMCS Calgary crew, our city’s namesake Navy ship.

There will be good food, good drink, good music, and most of all good people! This event is family-friendly (kids under 12 are free!) with proceeds going to support two soon-to-be-announced local charities.

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tags / Applewood Park, APRH, Ramsay, Bridgeland-Riverside, Red Carpet, Manchester, Belvedere, Penbrooke, Dover, Ogden, Inglewood, Erin Woods, Renfrew, Forest Heights, Forest Lawn, Southview

The Dover Little Free Library Celebrates 10 Awesome Years!

May 23, 2024 / Ward 09

CBC recently spoke with community volunteer Karen Begg, steward of the Dover Little Free Library, to learn about some of the incredible history and evolution of this wonderful community asset as it celebrates its 10th anniversary.

Located at 30th Avenue and 33rd Street SE, the Dover Little Free Library started as a way to share books, but has evolved over time to include things like seeds, food and produce, and a whole lot of community spirit.

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Ogden Road SE: Weekend Closure - May 25 + 26

May 23, 2024 / Ward 09

Ogden Road from 76 Avenue to 80 Avenue SE will be closed for catch basin upgrades starting Saturday, May 25 at 6:00 am until the evening of Sunday, May 26.

This project requires the closure of Ogden Road SE from 76 Avenue to 80 Avenue SE to traffic and pedestrians to ensure efficient, safe, and timely construction.
Ogden Road SE will be closed to all but local traffic between 76 Ave and 78 Ave SE.
Transit stops will be temporarily relocated on Ogden Road SE north of 76 Ave SE and there may be some parking restrictions in effect.

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INGLEWOOD AQUATIC CENTRE PERMANENT CLOSURE UPDATE

May 23, 2024 / Ward 09

The Inglewood Aquatic Centre has been identified as one of 13 City-operated recreation facilities that require major electrical repairs. While there is no safety risk for customers or staff accessing the facility, there is a risk the electrical system could unexpectedly fail. In consideration of Council’s prior decision to permanently close the facility and to reduce the risk of sudden impacts to customers and swim clubs, Inglewood Aquatic Centre will close on December 22, 2024.

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Ogden's First Annual Chili Cook Off!

May 22, 2024 / Ward 09

Do you have a world-famous chili recipe? Or are you just someone that loves to eat chili?

Either way, check out Millican-Ogden’s First Annual Chili Cookoff! Happening Friday, July 12, 2024 from 11-3 at the Ogden 50+ Activity Centre.

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Dover - Wednesday's at the Twin Views Garden

May 22, 2024 / Ward 09

All spring and summer long, stop by the Twin Views Communal Garden on Wednesdays from 6-8pm (weather permitting) for a relaxing evening of gardening and neighbourly connections.

New volunteers are always welcome and needed. Contact cathytaylor@hotmail.com for further info.

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Southview Neighbourhood Walk - June 9th, 2024

May 22, 2024 / Ward 09

On Saturday, June 8th, join your Southview neighbors for a community walk. Get to know people in your neighbourhood, see some of the Southview sites, and end your walk with a donut at the community hall.

All are welcome to join.

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Southview AGM - Save the Date, June 19

May 22, 2024 / Ward 09

The Southview Community Association is hosting their Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, June 19th at 7:00 pm at Southview Community Hall.

Membership is required to vote, but all are welcome to attend. You can renew or purchase you Southview membership at southviewyyc.com/membership.

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Erin Woods Jelly Bean Dance - May 24

May 22, 2024 / Ward 09

Kids in grades K-5 are invited to the Erin Woods Jelly Bean Dance - Friday, May 24t from 7-9pm.

$5 entry, includes dancing, games and prized, plus options to purchase food on site. Parents must be in attendance.

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Manchester Community Yard Sale - May 25, 2024

May 22, 2024 / Ward 09

This weekend, stop by Manchester’s Annual Community Yard Sale!

May 25, 2024 11am-3pm
5757 2 ST SW

Households will be selling a variety of goods at the yard sale, all accepting a range of 20% - 100% Calgary Dollars towards purchases.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL: LOOKING TO PARTNER WITH A TREATY 7 INDIGENOUS ARTIST

May 21, 2024 / Ward 09

Our office is seeking proposals from Indigenous artists with a connection to Treaty 7 land interested in partnering to design and create an illustrated map about water. This map will highlight water resources, infrastructure, and landmarks, while sharing stories and raising awareness about water conservation, management, history, and the importance of water in Ward 9 and through Calgary.

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tags / Applewood Park, APRH, Ramsay, Manchester, Red Carpet, Bridgeland-Riverside, Forest Lawn, Belvedere, Penbrooke, Southview, Ogden, Dover, Inglewood, Erin Woods, Forest Heights, Renfrew

CITY COUNCIL APPROVES CITYWIDE REZONING (WITH AMENDMENTS)

May 15, 2024 / Ward 09

After a 15-day Public Hearing, City Council has voted to approve citywide rezoning to allow for the construction of a variety low-density homes across Calgary.

In response to feedback from Calgarians, amendments have been introduced to address concerns regarding community engagement during the development permit phase, modified parking requirements, and adjustments to secondary suite allowances for row houses.

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tags / Applewood Park, APRH, Ramsay, Manchester, Red Carpet, Bridgeland-Riverside, Forest Lawn, Belvedere, Penbrooke, Dover, Ogden, Inglewood, Erin Woods, Forest Heights, Renfrew, Southview

GREATER FOREST LAWN COMMUNITIES LOCAL AREA PLANNING - PHASE 4 REALIZE

May 14, 2024 / Ward 09

The Greater Forest Lawn Communities Local Area Plan is currently in its final phase: REALIZE. The project is ready to be presented and brought forward to the community and Council for review and decision.

The GFL LAP sets the vision for the evolution of the area over the next 30 years including direction on future development and investment that residents, landowners, builders/developers, City Planners, and Councillors can commonly refer to as new development and investment ideas are proposed.

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tags / Applewood Park, APRH, Dover, Southview, Erin Woods, Forest Heights, Forest Lawn, Penbrooke

WHAT WE HEARD: 50TH AVE SE FUNCTIONAL PLANNING STUDY

May 06, 2024 / Ward 09

The What We Heard Report from Phase 1 is now available here.

The City of Calgary is working on several projects that will guide the future of the 50 Avenue S.E. corridor. These include the Chinook Communities Local Area Plan (LAP), the Central Bus Maintenance Storage Facility (MSF) Study, and the 50 Avenue Functional Planning Study (FPS).

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Ogden Dale Road SE upgrades

May 06, 2024 / Ward 09

On May 15, Green Line activities related to the 78 Avenue Project will require the closure of EVRAZ’s existing entrance to upgrade Ogden Dale Road SE. EVRAZ will install a new entrance just east of the existing entrance to ensure no interruption to operations.

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PMCA Fundraising Casino Volunteers Needed - August 2 + 3.

April 26, 2024 / Ward 09

The Penbrooke Meadows Community Association is in need of volunteers to help at their upcoming fundraising Casino on August 2nd and 3rd. All shifts include a complementary meal and no previous experience is required.

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Penbrooke Meadows Spring Market

April 26, 2024 / Ward 09

Join the Penbrooke Meadows Community Association for their 2nd Annual Spring Market on Saturday, May 4th from 10am - 4pm.

A variety of local makers, vendors, and small businesses will be will be selling a variety of items, just in time for Mother’s Day. Visit the Penbrooke Meadows Community Facebook Page for more details.

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Forest Lawn Community Cleanup - Volunteers Needed! May 7th, 2024

April 26, 2024 / Ward 09

Join the Forest Lawn Community Association for a day of action on Sunday, May 7th from 9am - 2pm.

Help keep the community clean and beautiful - If you have unwanted items or waste, save yourself a trip to the landfill and bring your items to the Forest Lawn Community Hall hall so they can be disposed of properly.

The community association is in need of volunteers to help make this clean up run smoothly. If you are able to help, please call (403) 826-0731 or check out the community Facebook page.

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