Ward 10 July 2024 Newsletter

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JULY / 24

I hope you had a great Canada Day, and the excitement continues with Calgary Stampede just around the corner!

Join me for the beginning of the festivities this Thursday for the First Flip Pancake Breakfast on Stephen Avenue or Friday morning for the Stampede Parade downtown!

CONTENT OVERVIEW:

Stampede Value Days & Deals
Water Main Break Update
Construction Projects in Ward 10
Free Summer Activities in Your Neighbourhood
Resident Engagement Opportunities

CALGARY STAMPEDE 2024

Throughout the 10-day event, there are lots of opportunities for those looking to make the most of their Stampede experience.

Stampede Value Days:

Sneak-A-Peak - Thursday, July 4: 50% off admission from 5PM-midnight
Parade to Park presented by Suncor - Friday, July 5: Free admission to the Stampede from 11AM-1:30PM
Tim Hortons Family Day - Sunday, July 7: Free admission until 11AM, with a free pancake breakfast and variety show at the GMC Stadium between 8AM-10AM
TC Energy Community Day - Thursday, July 9: Free admission for everyone between 10AM-2PM, free admission for seniors and military veterans all day long with coffee and donuts in the BMO Plaza until 11AM
BMO Kids' Day - Wednesday, July 10: Free entry for everyone until 10AM, and free entry to kids 12 & under all day long, with free breakfast and variety show in the GMC Stadium between 8AM-10AM

For more information, click here

Stampede Value Deals:

Superpass: Unlimited entry all 10 days for $49, available online or in-store at Sobeys, Safeway, IGA's, FreshCo, and Chalo FreshCo
Ride All Day Midway Pass: $44.99 for all Midway rides, games and the Westjet Skyride. Available in-store at participating Calgary Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, FreshCo or Chalo FreshCo
Calgary Stampede Lotteries: Purchase your advance lotteries ticket package online and receive 50% off for Rodeo or Evening Show Tickets, or Park Admission
Stampede Bucks: Get $50 in Stampede Bucks for $39.99 at Costco and redeem them on everything from rides to Rodeo and Evening Show reserved tickets

For more information, click here

WATER MAIN BREAK UPDATES

Thank you all for your tremendous water conservation efforts and for reaching out to my office with your ideas and concerns. This unexpected water main break has undoubtedly dominated our daily lives and local news.

The City has made significant progress in addressing this crisis, and we are slowly being relieved from the Stage 4 Water Restrictions.

Announced yesterday, we may resume normal indoor water use. However, it is important to note that the outdoor water restrictions and the fire ban remain in effect.

While we've overcome a significant hurdle, we ask for your continued cooperation with the outdoor water restrictions as the City crews work towards fully resolving this issue.

For the most up-to-date information, including a chronological list of all work completed, starting from the initial incident to the present, visit calgary.ca/emergencies/critical-water-main-break-june-2024/water-main-break-updates

This page provides comprehensive details on all the repair progresses.

We are nearing the last step to restoring full water service, the image below shows how this is done. We are currently on Step 4!

CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

Construction season is in full force! Let's take a look at some of the highlighted projects that will be happening near you:

This year, you will see a significant amount of paving rehabilitation projects in Whitehorn. This will improve the safety of motorists and prevent costly reconstruction costs in the future.

There are also a number of safety improvements, including: installation of pedestrian crossing flashing beacons, pathway projects, curb extensions and roadway turn widening. These improvements target pedestrian safety and encourage safe driving,

32 Ave NE Pavement Rehabilitation

Early July, a major paving project will be tentatively starting on 32 Ave between Barlow Trail and Deerfoot.

Traffic and pedestrian detours will be in place - please note that there may be impacts to your commute, as well as some construction noise and vibration in the area. Efforts will be made to minimize all possible disruption. Please visit calgarytransit.com for information on impacted bus routes.

Completion date is expected mid-August, however, all work is weather-dependent and scheduled dates are subject to change. Project updates will be available on calgary.ca/paving

Find real-time information on road disruptions by visiting calgary.ca/trafficinfo, or tune in to 107.9FM for Calgary's dedicated Traffic Advisory radio station.

Check out calgary.ca/mobilityprograms for an interactive map of all the planned projects for 2024.

FREE SUMMER ACTIVITIES

The City of Calgary offers FREE activities for children, youth, and families in the summer. These safe, supervised programs are great for kids to make new friends and learn new activities.

Below is a list of all the locations happening in Ward 10, but there are opportunities across the entire city.

☀️Activities

Stay n' Play: Drop-in games and activities for children ages 3 - 5. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Park n' Play: Drop-off games and activities for children ages 6 - 12.

LEAD: Registration required. Leadership certification program for youth ages 11 - 17.

📌Locations (organized by date)

Marlborough Park - Roland Michener School

Stay n' Play: July 2 - 5, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: July 2 - 5, 10AM - 3:30PM

Marlborough - Dr. G.M. Egbert School

LEAD: July 2 - 5, 10AM - 4PM

Pineridge - Village Square Leisure Centre

LEAD: July 8 - 12, 10AM - 4PM

Abbeydale - Abbeydale Community Association

Stay n' Play: July 8 - 12, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: July 8 - 12, 10AM - 3:30PM

Crossroads - Crossroads Community Association

Stay n' Play: July 15 - 19, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: July 15 - 19, 10AM - 3:30PM

Monterey Park - Monterey Park School

Stay n' Play: July 15 - 19, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: July 15 - 19, 10AM - 3:30PM

Whitehorn - Colonel J. Fred School

Stay n' Play: July 22 - 26, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: July 22 - 26, 10AM - 3:30PM

Rundle - Cecil Swanson School

Stay n' Play: July 29 - Aug 2, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: July 29 - Aug 2, 10AM - 3:30PM

Temple - Temple Community Association

Stay n' Play: Aug 12 - 16, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: Aug 12 - 16, 10AM - 3:30PM

LEAD: Aug 12 - 16, 10AM - 4PM

☀️Other programs in the City that are open to all include:

Mobile Adventure Playground (Ages 4+): Self-directed, drop-in program with loose parts and natural materials to inspire active and creative outdoor play.

Wetland Wonders (Ages 5-12 & Adults): Located at the Ralph Klein Park, discover the importance of natural spaces and see critters up close.

Mobile Skate & Scoot (All Ages): Drop-in for both beginners and those skilled in skateboarding, scootering, and roller skaters.

Birding Breaks (All Ages): A guided walk through Inglewood Bird Sanctuary to learn about birds and other wildlife in Calgary.

Fit Park (Ages 13+): Drop-in outdoor park fitness equipment with a certified trainer.

For all information and details, visit the dedicated webpage: calgary.ca/free

NOTE:

Outdoor programs and events are weather dependent and may be cancelled in the event of severe weather, extreme temperatures or poor air quality for outdoor activities.

Parents/guardians will be asked to pick up their child(ren) with short notice in the event of changing weather.

Call 311 if you are uncertain about weather cancellations.

ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

There are a number of engagement opportunities that impact you as a Ward 10 resident.

These types of events are regularly uploaded and updated on my webpage for quick and easy access: calgary.ca/council/ward-10/community-events

Note: Table below is best viewed on desktop or landscape if on mobile. Alternatively, you may visit my webpage with the provided link.

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IMPORTANT DATES

Ward 10 Connections - Calgary's Pathway and Bikeway Network

Help identify local and site-specific challenges to enhance the communities of Whitehorn, Rundle, Temple and Pineridge

July 3 - Pop up at the Whitehorn Community Association

July 11 - Pop up at the Rundle LRT Station

July 15 - Deadline for online survey

Website:

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City Building - Phase 3

Provide your feedback on the drafted Calgary Plan, which will guide how Calgary will grow and change over the next 30 years, and sets out direction for future land use, mobility networks, servicing and investment.

July 21 - Deadline for online survey

(In-person events outside of Ward 10 available)

Website:

Click Here