FAQ on the Hwy 22X Off-Leash Dog Park

FAQ on the Hwy 22X Off-Leash Dog Park

By Diane Colley-Urquhart on December 2015

My office has heard from several residents and pet owners in regards to the closing of the 22X off-leash area located in the median of Highway 22X by Spruce Meadows (James Mckevitt Road and Spruce Meadow Way). Below, we hope to answer any and all questions pertaining to the park closure. Who owns this area? The off-leash dog park area is within The Province’s Transportation Utility Corridor (TUC) and is owned by The Province through the Alberta Infrastructure Department. Currently, the space is being leased by Spruce Meadows. Why is The Province closing the area? As this space is currently[...]

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The Future of Uber in YYC

The Future of Uber in YYC

By Diane Colley-Urquhart on November 2015

This past Tuesday, my Council colleagues and I have made the decision to move forward with the implementation of rule changes that will allow ride-sharing services - such as Uber - to operate in our city, increasing transportation options for Calgarians as a result. City Council has directed Administration to draft new rules and report back to Council through the Taxi and Limousine Advisory Committee (TLAC) by February 22, 2016. The amendments will allow Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) such as Uber to offer private for-hire driver services legally in our city. In the report presented to Council, Administration recommended a[...]

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The 2015 Leaf & Pumpkin Composting Program

The 2015 Leaf & Pumpkin Composting Program

By Diane Colley-Urquhart on November 2015

I hope everyone had a spooktacular Halloween this past weekend! But now that all the trick or treating is over, you’re probably wondering what to do with all your organic waste. Luckily, The City of Calgary’s Leaf & Pumpkin Composting Program runs until Sunday, November 8 – which means only one more week to rake those leaves and take down those scary jack o’ lanterns before the deadline! You may bring your bagged leaves and pumpkins to any of the Leaf & Pumpkin Composting drop-off locations, where the material will be composted. This will help reduce greenhouse gases while creating[...]

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Snow and Ice Control (SNIC) Program

By Diane Colley-Urquhart on November 2015

Well, it's that time again, folks. With the winter season upon us, it’s time yet again to retrieve our snow shovels, snow brushes and windshield scrapers. Thankfully, The City of Calgary’s Roads Department is committed to ensuring the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles alike. An effective Snow and Ice Control (SNIC) program is vital in a municipality that needs to function even in the most adverse winter conditions. Our City follows a Seven Day Snow Plan, which goes into effect once the last snowflake falls. Here's what you should know: Day 1: All Priority 1 routes are completed by[...]

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Good News for Calgary’s Flood Mitigation

By Diane Colley-Urquhart on October 2015

The City of Calgary has received good news in moving forward to protect Calgarians from future flooding. On Monday, Oct. 26, the Province announced a number of decisions concerning flood mitigation: The Springbank Off-stream Reservoir will go ahead. The Province, after considering various options, decided it is the most effective choice. The Springbank Off-stream reservoir, working in tandem with the Glenmore Reservoir, will provide protection against 2013-level flood volumes for communities in Calgary along the Elbow River. The City will receive dedicated funding of $150 million over 10 years through the Alberta Community Resilience Program to provide stable, long-term funding[...]

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