The City of Edmonton will be blading Glenwood’s streets this Wednesday (Dec 12th). Where possible, please park your vehicle off-street (in your driveway, or ask a neighbour).
Zoning Bylaw Amendments for Residential Zones and Mature Communities
City Administration is proposing a large series of amendments to the Mature Neighbourhood Overlay (which establishes rules for the built-form of residential developments in mature communities) and a number of residential zones. The changes are being proposed as part of an implementation strategy for the Residential Infill Guidelines (policy passed in 2010 which lays out desired locations and guidelines for infill development, and multiple housing types. Some of the changes include loosening the restrictions on front-garages, giving development officers more discretion as to their location and design. Others include allowing duplex and semi-detached housing in certain locations under the RF1 zone. Which currently requires a rezoning to another residential zone (typically RF3 or RF4).
Some information from the EFCL is available here, as well as dates for community workshops on the subject. Below are presentation materials from the city and the complete Council report showing mark-ups of all the proposed changes. We hope to have a more readable breakdown of the proposed changes available in the future. For now however, please give these a read, and contact us with your feedbank. Thank you.
Skating at the Glenwood Hall!
SKATING RINK OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK – STARTING Early December!
We are once again looking forward to opening our beautiful Glenwood skating rink 7 days a week! Lace up your skates for a leisurely skate or bring your hockey gear and join in for some shinny hockey! Make sure you bring your skate tags. Our rink attendant will be running a concession if you need a quick energy boost. COST = FREE with membership, $2 per skate/person or $10 Skate Pass (for the season)
Skating Rink Hours –
5 – 9 PM Monday to Friday
12 – 6 PM Saturdays and Sundays
Glendale School
Glendale School 9812 – 161 Street
Glendale School has been educating the students of the Glenwood community for 60 years.
As a school we are committed to working with students and parents to provide the best education possible for all students. Glendale School offers full day Kindergarten and regular elementary programming for Grades 1 – 6. We are also a district site for students who come to us from the west end of the city for Opportunity programming in Grades 4 – 6. Student learning is enhanced through the use of SmartBoards in each classroom as well as each student from Grades 2 to 6 having full time access to a laptop computer in his or her classroom.
Glendale School has also recently become a “Leader In Me” school which means we are working to bring out the best in all students through leadership and accountability. We are also an “Apple School” which to allows us to focus on improving student nutrition and active living. These two programs are helping us make students well rounded learners and contributing members of the school and community.
Please feel free to contact the school should you have any questions about Glendale and enrollment for the next school year. Phone: 780-489-4300.
Regards, Will Deys, Principal
Glenwood’s Winter Newsletter!
Monthly Minders for December
A Newsletter from Neighbourhoods, Parks and Community Recreation Northwest
MacEwan University JP Campus
Update – Council has approved moving forward with the purchase
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A potential purchase of Grant MacEwan’s Jasper Place campus, by the City of Edmonton is before City Council for consideration. The following is our letter of support for the purchase and our hopes for it’s re-purposing following MacEwan University’s consolidation downtown.
State of the Neighbourhood! – Monday, November 26th
Monday, November 26th at the Glenwood Hall (16430-97ave)
An opportunity for you, as Glenwood residents, to ask questions and receive updates on the projects and initiatives affecting our community.
Represented will be:
Councillor Linda Sloan
Jasper Place Area Redevelopment Plan Team
Stony Plain Road Streetscape Project
West LRT Project Team
Stony Plain Road Business Association
The Mustard Seed (A non-profit housing and service provider with a project in the community)
Doors open at 6pm, presentations at 7pm, presenters will be on hand to answer questions until 9pm.
Glenwood Street Blading
The City of Edmonton will be blading Glenwood’s residential streets on November 14th. Wherever possible on Wednesday, park off the street (on your driveway, or ask your neighbour!)
Mustard Seed – Public Meeting
The Mustard Seed, a non-profit housing and service provider is currently in the process of purchasing a multi-unit building at 97th avenue and 156st for conversion to permanent, supportive housing for individuals in need.
As part of their public consultation process, the Mustard Seed is holding a public meeting on November 15th, 6:30pm at the Glenwood Hall (16430-97ave). For more information, you can reach their Director of Housing, Louise Traynor at 780-426-5600 or LouiseTraynor@theseed.ca
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Reach Edmonton Ward 1 Event Postponed
FYI
Tonight’s (Nov 8th) REACH Edmonton Ward 1 Community Safety Conversation has been postponed due to weather.
November Monthly Minders
Bike Routes Feedback
Via the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues
(With 95th avenue scheduled to have on-street bike lanes created in 2013 and with the existing paths and connectivity in the area, this could be a great opportunity for the city to hear feedback and advice from Glenwood’s cyclists)
The City of Edmonton is interested in consulting with residents who bicycle commute regarding the system of on-street bike routes throughout the city.
Banister Research & Consulting Inc. has been retained to assist with the gathering of feedback in the form of a focus group and the analysis of the responses. We are conducting focus group research in the evening during the week of November 12th to the 16th, 2012.
Please forward this request to your members. Those interested in attending the focus group can contact Chris Stover at (780) 447-9017. We have limited space in the focus group; therefore people will be registered to attend on a first come, first served basis.
If you have questions regarding the legitimacy of the research, please contact Pam Hnytka at 780-442-1507 or via email at pam.hnytka@edmonton.ca.
Halloween Safety – From the Edmonton Police Service
Halloween Safety
The EPS would like to send out a friendly safety reminder so everyone can enjoy Halloween night this Wednesday, Oct. 31.
Tips for children
- Carry a flashlight and cell phone.
- Have an emergency plan if something bad happens – know who you can talk to or approach if you have any problems or get lost.
- Let your parents/guardians know where you will be and stay in areas that you know and are comfortable with.
- Ensure you can see through a mask or makeup.
- Avoid wearing long capes or things that can be tripped on, or caught on things.
- Empty your candy bag and check in often with your parents or friends’ parents.
- Walk on well-lit streets and avoid alleys or dark areas.
- Trick-or-treat on one side of the street, then cross to the other. Never criss-cross the street.
- Don’t go to houses that don’t have lights on, or that you don’t think are safe.
- Leave valuables at home (money, iPod’s).
- Don’t carry anything that looks like a weapon.
Tips for parents
- Accompany your kids trick-or-treating or ensure that they are with a responsible adult.
- If your kids are older, outline a set area that they can go to and a timeframe to be home; ensure that your kids check in often (every 30 minutes) and know who they are with.
- Provide your kids with a cell phone and a flashlight.
- Have an early meal with your children prior to trick-or-treating. This will help discourage your child from sampling candy before you can check it.
- Keep the lights on in your home – make it safe for other kids to come to your door.
- Check the candy your child brings home – throw out anything that is opened, suspicious, or that you don’t recognize.
- Make sure your kids are dressed for the weather.
- Don’t allow your kids to carry anything that looks like a weapon.
- Make sure that your kids costume(s): don’t drag on the ground, cannot be easily grabbed, and can’t get caught on things.
- Encourage your children to choose light coloured costumes or costumes with reflective strips. These costumes are easier for drivers to see.
- Consider face paint or make-up instead of a mask. A mask’s eyeholes can make it hard to see.
- Remind your kids to stay in well-lit areas and out of alleyways.
Tips for adults
- If you’re going out to celebrate, ensure you have a safe way to get home – public transit, taxi, or designated driver.
- If you see a suspected impaired driver, call 911 to report it as part of our Curb the Danger program.
Have a safe and happy Halloween!
Jasper Place, Area Redevelopment Plan Open House
JASPER PLACE AREA REDEVELOPMENT PLAN OPEN HOUSE
The City of Edmonton is embarking on an Area Redevelopment Plan process for the four Jasper Place neighbourhoods of Britannia-Youngstown, Canora, Glenwood and West Jasper Place, as well as a portion of the Stony Plain Road commercial corridor. The Jasper Place Area Redevelopment Plan (ARP) is an important planning document that will guide future land use and zoning decisions in your neighbourhood.
As part of this process there is an Open House and we want you to attend!
Learn more about the Area Redevelopment Plan process, tell us your priorities for the Jasper Place ARP and get your questions answered by City staff.
TUESDAY OCTOBER 16 – 2:00 PM TO 8:00 PM
2:00 PM TO 7:00 PM – DROP IN / COME & GO
7:00 PM – PRESENTATION AND GUEST SPEAKER
GRANT MACEWAN UNIVERSITY
CENTRE FOR THE ARTS, ROOM 436
10045 155 STREET
Jasper Place Area Redevelopment Plan
There are a number of updates available on the development of a statutory Area Redevelopment Plan for Glenwood and the Jasper Place Area. Click here for details.
As well, an open house event is planned for October 16:
Tuesday October 16, 2012 at Grant MacEwan University, at 10045 – 155 Street.
Monthy Minders – October
Edmonton-Meadowlark Town Hall
Dr. Raj Sherman, MLA for Edmonton-Meadowlark has scheduled three town hall meeting in the constituency, including one for October 4th at the Glenwood Hall.
Please see the poster below for more information.
City of Edmonton – Free Admission Day
Free Admission Day…A Celebration of Recreation!Sunday, September 30, 2012 – 10:00 am – 6:00 pmThe City of Edmonton Community Facility Services Branch, in partnership with the four YMCA’s, will host our annual “Free Admission Day” on Sunday, September 30th, 2012 from 10am to 6pm. This year we have focused our efforts and embraced a geographical approach with our leisure facilities by offering the event at the larger multi-purpose centres located in all quadrants of the city.Free Admission Day continues to be an exciting opportunity for the citizens of Edmonton.Free Admission Day Participating Facilities 2012City of Edmonton Archives at Prince of Wales Armouries 10 am – 6 pmFort Edmonton Park 10 am – 4 pmJohn Walter Museum 10 am – 6 pmJohn Janzen Nature Centre 10 am – 6 pmMuttart Conservatory 10 am – 6 pmEdmonton Valley Zoo 10 am – 6 pmCity Arts Centre 10 am – 6 pmHardisty Fitness & Leisure Centre 10 am – 4 pmJasper Place Fitness & Leisure Centre 10 am – 6 pmLondonderry Fitness & Leisure Centre 10 am – 6 pmMill Woods Recreation Centre 10 am – 6 pmScona Pool 10 am – 6 pmSt. Francis Xavier Sports Centre 10 am – 6 pmTerwillegar Community Recreation Centre 10 am – 6 pmDon Wheaton Family YMCA 10 am – 6 pmJamie Platz Family YMCA 10 am – 6 pmWilliam Lutzky Family YMCA 10 am – 6 pmCastledowns Family YMCA 10 am – 6 pm
Stony Plain Road Streetscape – Modified Timeline
September 2012 – Project Update
The Stony Plain Road Streetscape project construction schedule has been updated. Utility work will begin as originally anticipated in fall of 2012. Road construction start has been updated to begin in spring of 2013. Transportation Services tendered the road work in August of 2012 and received only one bid at a value greater than the budget for the project.
The revised schedule will involve:
Tendering:
- A new tender will be issued in January 2013.
- A pre-construction public information session will be scheduled for March 2013.
Construction
- Epcor Water and Epcor streetlighting will initiate utility work in 2012 to prepare for the 2013 road construction. Epcor streetlighting work to continue into 2013.
- Road construction to begin in April/May 2013 (weather permitting). Road construction is anticipated to be completed prior to freeze up in 2014.
Glenwood Community League 