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Great News Media and the Signal Hill Community and/or Residents’ Association does not endorse any person or persons advertising in this newsletter. Publication of any advertisements should not be considered an endorsement of any goods or services. SIGNAL HILL I SEPTEMBER 2021 5 PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Greetings Signal Hill Neighbours! we are beginning work with our landscape architect firm to develop concepts and ideas. We should be Well, here we are in what I have traditionally called ready with some proposals for community viewing the “Back to” month – you know, back to school, back and comment later in the fall. to work after the holidays, back to cooler weather, etc. And now perhaps it’s also back to working at the And while we are just out of our hot and smoky summer office, back to going out to eat, back to concerts and period, I’m sure many of you are thinking about the skating movies – let’s hope the trend continues in any event. and hockey that we largely missed last winter, and looking forward to a full, normal season this time around. Our loyal After a bit of summer vacation, your Board is starting and capable group of volunteers are already starting to the 2021/22 year with a focus on a few priorities, so plan their activities and equipment needs to ensure we I thought I would highlight what we’re up to on a once again provide top quality ice surfaces for all to enjoy. number of key items. On an ongoing basis, while focused on our key In the May/June timeframe, we embarked on a deliverables, we will continue to search for new Business Plan update. This involves a review of our and meaningful ways to engage with community vision and mission, along with development of high- residents. As always, if you have comments, questions, level goals. Over the course of a few virtual sessions, or fresh ideas, please send me a note. and by engaging all of our new Board members, we developed a focused plan/ framework. We are Brian Lawrence now preparing a set of specific objectives for the Signal Hill Community Association next 12 to 18 months that we believe will serve the community well. One particular and critical aspect of [email protected] the plan will be developing new sources of funding, as the potential future of casino events is uncertain at this time and most likely to change. The overall plan should be complete in October and will be presented Pet Lovers in the Community at our AGM in November. With respect to our “Gathering Place Project” (just as a reminder, the objective is to create a more welcoming, multi-seasonal, multi-generational, and multi-cultural space at our site on Sienna Park Drive by adding such things as benches, tables, games, awnings, play areas, creative artwork, etc. so that the space is more functional and better utilized throughout the year), If you have a pet and are struggling to make ends meet, “Pet Food Help and Support” can help you out. This organization is a Facebook Top Turf SNOW REMOVAL group that welcomes help to everyone and is Call or email for a FREE estimate dedicated to feeding hungry pets – one pet at a time. Join this Facebook group today for 587-438-0036 assistance. Once you reach out for help, an RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL arrangement can be made to get you a monthly Spring / Summer / Fall / Winter supply of much needed food for your fur babies. Property WWW.TOPTURF.CA Please visit our Facebook page at https:// Maintenance www.facebook.com/groups/albertapethelp & Landscaping [email protected] for more information, and to sign up today! 6 SEPTEMBER 2021 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities YOUR CITY OF CALGARY City Of Calgary Recruiting New Members for Boards, Commissions, and Committees Board Contact List Share your expertise with the City of Calgary Council by applying to serve on one of the City’s various boards, President Brian Lawrence commissions, or committees (BCCs). Public members [email protected] serving on these BCCs provide guidance to City Council Vice President Laurel Madro on important civic issues such as planning, accessibility, [email protected] parking, and social well-being. Secretary Janet Patterson There are currently 19 BCCs that are recruiting for new [email protected] public members. They are seeking individuals with an Treasurer Alice Lui interest in the work of the committees and a desire to [email protected] give back to the community. Fundraising Gord Vogt Although some public member positions have specific [email protected] eligibility requirements, many require only enthusiasm, Social PENDING interest, and commitment. Most importantly, the City [email protected] is looking for individuals with a desire to give back to the community, who support inclusiveness, welcome Communications Amber Dennison all perspectives, and who have time available to and Membership [email protected] commit to membership. Technical Anastasia D’Souza [email protected] BCC members make important and meaningful decisions for our city. For example, the Advisory Committee Business Liaison PENDING on Accessibility made specific recommendations to [email protected] Council on making pop-up patios safer and easier to Development PENDING navigate for people with physical impairments. And the [email protected] Calgary Planning Commission made decisions to make food more accessible to all Calgarians. Property Terry McGuire [email protected] If you are interested, you can visit calgary.ca/boards Rink Coordinator Rob Leong for further details and to access the online application [email protected] form. The deadline to apply is September 23 at 4:00 pm. The Overlooked Anniversary Do you ever hear much about the holidays in September? An important anniversary takes place in September that is commonly overlooked. The 17th of September is actually Constitution Day and marks the day the U.S. constitution was adopted. Even if you don’t live in the U.S, it is certainly something worth noting! SIGNAL HILL I SEPTEMBER 2021 7 RESIDENT PERSPECTIVES Feeling Girl Guides Bottle Drive Fundraiser! ‘Blah’? You can help us and help the environment too! Please by Joan Gitzel, C.H.N.C.