Rossdale News for May 7, 2023

NOTICE OF Rossdale AGM

The Rossdale AGM will held on June 25th at 3:00, Little Flower School (Rossdale Community Hall).

There will be elections for a number of positions including president and  secretary. More details to come including a concert following the AGM.

A donation of $2000 to the Edmonton Food Bank was made from proceeds of the last casino. Thank you to everyone who volunteered.

Looking for help with spring clean up?

There are a number of Ukrainian refugees temporarily living in Rossdale as they establish a new life in Edmonton. They are eager to make a few extra dollars doing spring yard cleanup, cleaning homes, laundry, and minor home repairs such as drywalling and painting. If you have a need please call Orest at (780) 906-9237.

Also, there is a constant need for household items like pots, pans, plates, cooking utensils, bedding, towels and furniture such as mattresses, tables and sofas.  If you’re in a position to donate any items to the refugees contact Orest (780) 906-9237.

Rossdale Street Sweeping

Note that the City of Edmonton has scheduled the Rossdale street sweeping for the week of May 15. Remember to keep your cars off the streets where possible to facilitate the work.

ROSSDALE TIK TOK VIDEO

Our neighbourhood has been featured in a short Tik Tok video!

Yoga at the Rossdale Hall

YOGA REMINDER!  

Hello!

Friendly reminder the next session of yoga runs from March 27 to June 12th, with no classes on April 10, and May 22.

There are two offerings: Strength class at 6:00 pm and Relaxation at 7:30.  

With a number of people starting vacations, we are pleased to offer 2 options, a 5 class pass for $75.00 or 10 classes for $150.00.

There will be no refunds once you have purchased a pass.

If you know other people that are interested, please forward this email to them.  Rossdale community members will be given preference if the class is full.

Please notify Jane at (jhowden@telus.net) if you are interested,  Payment is required by March 22. 

Registration fees need to be e-transferred to bunting@shaw.ca,  password rossdaleyoga

Rossdale News Update for February 18, 2023

Coyote on Rossdale porch - February 2023

Coyotes have been making themselves at home on some residents front lawns and porches. Please be mindful with your pets and please do not feed these wild animals to encourage their presence within the neighbourhood.

PROPOSED ZONING CHANGES IN NORTH ROSSDALE

There is a proposed rezoning of land in North Rossdale. This link shows the plans for future development. There is currently no date for any Council hearing on the rezoning.

If you have any thoughts on the plans please e-mail the community league board by messaging to Lynn.parish@shaw.ca.

Free Sand for your Sidewalk!

The City supplies free sand for icy sidewalks. The bin is located on the south side of the community hall.  Bring your own scoop and pail.

Community Garden - 2023 Season

Are you interested in joining the Rossdale Community Garden this year? Visit the Rossdale.ca/garden on this website for online registration. Gardening season starts in May.

February RCL Meeting

The monthly RCL meeting will be moved to February 28th at 7:00pm via zoom. Click on the following link to join.

STOLEN ITEMS - RECOVERED!

There were a number of stolen items recovered from a recent theft. Police are in possession of the items - mostly tech, if you believe these to be yours contact the EPS directly.

BENEFIT FOR BOYLE STREET COMMUNITY SERVICES

The University of Alberta Rotaract Club is hosting their annual fundraiser gala, Rotaraction For Change (R4C). This year’s R4C fundraiser will be supporting Boyle Street Community Services. Each year, Boyle Street serves over 12,000 people at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness.

You can purchase tickets for the gala here: tiny.one/rotaract4change, and you can also support by purchasing 50/50 raffle tickets here: tiny.one/rotaract4changeraffle.

 When: Saturday, March 4th, 7:00-9:30 PM

Where: Hazeldean Community League, 9630 66 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 4W9

Why: To raise money for Boyle Street Community Services

Notice of 2022 AGM - Rossdale Community League

The 2022 Annual General Meeting
of the
Rossdale Community League will be held:

Day / Date:

Time:

Where:

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4, 2022

6:00 PM

ROSSDALE HALL

Please note if the weather permits we will meet on the deck, otherwise we will be inside.  We will plan for a short efficient meeting.

Bylaw amendment

Please also note proposed bylaw change which must be passed by the general membership to be effective.

Motion: To amend Bylaw 8.2 of the Rossdale Community League Bylaws as follows:

Current: The fiscal year end will be March 31

Proposed amendment; The fiscal year end will be December 31. 

The following Executive Positions are available; please consider helping.

President (1 year), Vice President (2 years), Treasurer (2 years), Facilities Director  (2 years), Secretary (1 year), One Member at large (1 year))

August 19 - Community Updates

Reminder regarding the Chloe Albert Concert

Chloe Albert will perform in the Community Garden Area Sunday, August 21 at 4:00 pm

Rossdale Community League - Annual General Meeting - Save the Date

The upcoming Annual General Meeting will be held Tuesday, September 20, time and location TBD.

Please note the following Executive positions will need to be filled:

  • Vice President (2 year term)

  • Treasurer (2 year term)

  • Hall Manager (2 year term)

  • (3) Members-at-large (2 year term)

  • President (1 year)

  • Secretary (1 year)

Please consider volunteering for one of these positions.  Our Executive is an integral part of our community’s liaison with the City and the community-at-large.  We need engaged and knowledgeable residents to assist in ensuring that Rossdale’s interests and concerns are represented. On our website, there are descriptions for most of these positions. 

Gondola – Council votes not to lease city land to gondola project

City Council unanimously passed a motion that Administration prepare a report to Committee that:

  1. Outlines a potential governance structure that empowers Indigenous MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) partners and community with historical and cultural connections to Rossdale to provide direct input on the implementation of The River Crossing Business Plan; Touch the Water; and future development on the Rossdale Flats location; and

  2. Summarize the City of Edmonton’s current approach to private development and land use on locations of special, spiritual, or historical significance.

Yoga Resumes at Rossdale Hall

Monday Evening Yoga

Classes will begin on September 12th (No classes Oct 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st) to December 12th. Class size will be limited to 12 people per class.

Yoga for Strength 6:00pm-7:15pm

These slow moving, challenging classes are perfect if you are looking to build stamina and strength along with increased mobility. While this is not a typical flow class, it does include some flow-like sequences that are easily modified for individual needs.

Yoga for Relaxation 7:30pm-8:45pm

These gentle, all-level classes are a great way to venture into a new yoga practice and/or compliment your existing exercise regime. Each class combines a variety of functional mobility exercises with breath work, relaxation techniques, and feel- good stretching.

Cost:
Cost for full 10 week session: $150 includes GST

Registration:

Please register in advance by emailing Jane Squire Howden at jhowden@telus.net. Cut off for Rossdale resident registration is September 5. After that date classes will be opened up to people outside of Rossdale. All monies for yoga need to be e-transferred of $150.00 to bunting@shaw.ca and use the password rossdaleyoga for deposits please. There is no other payment option available at this time and there will be no drop ins.

QE Pool 100th Year Anniversary

The Queen Elizabeth pool is celebrating its 100th Anniversary. They are hosting a special event on Monday August 22.

Rossdale updates for this week

A message from Lynn Parish, Rossdale Community League Vice President regarding the proposed gondola.

The conditional lease agreement for the Prairie Sky (PS) gondola will be before City Council for a vote on August 15. This agreement gives PS the ability to lease land for the gondola towers and potentially other commercial ventures if they are able to satisfy regulatory requirements such as rezoning. 

The gondola impacts Rossdale because two towers will be situated here , one in North Rossdale and one by the power plant. 

I listened to the debate and presenters when the issue was before Executive Committee last week. Issues I heard raised included viability, concern about disrespect for the indigenous burial ground, noise, parking, disruption of the river valley and the legal structure of the agreement itself. To date there has been no detailed impact assessment on the gondola so much is unknown. PS did acknowledge there would be parking in Rossdale. 

The Rossdale Community League has written to Council to express concern about the lack of information and consultation. 

Given the impact to Rossdale, If you wish to let Council know how you feel by Monday- positive or negative - you can email councillors at 

council@edmonton.ca

Or individually as follows: 

aaron.paquette@edmonton.ca
amarjeet.sohi@edmonton.ca
andrew.knack@edmonton.ca
anne.stevenson@edmonton.ca
ashley.salvador@edmonton.ca
erin.rutherford@edmonton.ca
jennifer.rice@edmonton.ca
jo-anne.wright@edmonton.ca
karen.principe@edmonton.ca
keren.tang@edmonton.ca
michael.janz@edmonton.ca
sarah.hamilton@edmonton.ca
tim.cartmell@edmonton.ca

Free concert for Rossdale residents - August 21

Chloe Albert,acclaimed local musician will be performing on Sunday, August 21 at 4:00 in the Epcor land/community garden area.

EPL Lunchtime Concert Series

Rossdale Concert: Chloe Albert

The RCL Executive was successful in obtaining a grant from the City of Edmonton to host a mini-concert series. Chloe Albert will perform in the Community Garden Area

Sunday, August 21 at 4:00 pm

Chloe has been a staple in the Edmonton music scene since the release of her debut Canadian Folk Music Award winning album “Dedicated State” in 2008. Her sophomore album “Dreamcatcher” earned her more critical acclaim with a JUNO Award nomination for Adult Contemporary Album of the year, a Western Canadian Music Award nomination, and multiple Edmonton Music Awards, rooting her as an important figure in the Canadian song-writing landscape. In the years to follow, Chloe was asked to open for world class artists like K.D. Lang, Lyle Lovett, and has been a repeat performer at the prestigious Edmonton Folk Musical Festival.The wisdom and experience gained from years leading up to her soon-to-be-released new album are evident as she showcases her adeptness in spanning genre and style.

Chloe will be leaving our city in the fall so this might be the last opportunity to see her perform live in Edmonton. Hope you can join us for some summer fun and music.

There are some guidelines that we will have to adhere to, namely:

• We were concerned that Linear Park may not have sufficient capacity to host the concert, thus, Epcor has graciously agreed to allow us to use the open space, immediately adjacent to the community garden, for this event

• There will be no tickets issued. Unfortunately, the event is only open to residents of Rossdale and not the general public. ID will be required to be presented as individuals gain entry through the garden gate. Please, only 2 guests/friends allowed per Rossdale household and guests/friends must be in the company of the resident when entering the community garden area

• No seating will be provided. Please bring your own lawn/camp chairs. blanket, etc.

• Please bring your own water, snacks, refreshments, etc. . **This is an alcohol free event**

• For this event, please be advised that the parking will not be allowed at the community hall due to having to access electricity from the Hall to the community garden with multiple power cords.

• There will be no access to washrooms as the Hall will be rented.

• We love them and they’re part of our family but sadly our 4-legged friends are not allowed within the Epcor fenced area.

There will be another concert September  16 with Joe Nolan.  Details to be confirmed. 

These concerts are due to volunteer fundraising efforts and a City of Edmonton grant.

Reminder re. EPCOR's Flood Mitigation Pop-up - Saturday July 23

EPCOR can help you minimize the risk of flooding on your property from a heavy rain fall event. Book a free inspection with one of their flood prevention advisors to help identify individual property risks and recommendations to mitigate those risks.

Visit the EPCOR pop-up booth before Saturday’s Edmonton Riverhawks baseball game to book an inspection or ask questions about our Flood Prevention Program

When: Saturday, July 23, 2022
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Outside the main doors at RE/MAX Field

Rossdale Music - Call for volunteers!

Do you like live music? As many of you will know, we used to have the “Rossdale Concert Series” that was organized and coordinated by a dedicated team of volunteers. They retained local artists who would then perform at the Little Flower Community Hall -- tickets were sold, snacks and drinks were consumed as we listened to some of the great sounds from Edmonton’s superb and talented artist community.

Then, covid happened ....

After a hiatus of almost three years, we have the opportunity to revive that experience once again.

A Rossdale News Update for June 2, 2022

Edmonton Riverhawks Baseball Tickets
(2022 Season)

The Edmonton Riverhawks have offered Rossdale residents two complimentary tickets per game when valid ID is presented.

Also note that there will be free fireworks after each Friday p.m. game!

https://riverhawksbaseball.com

rossdale green shack is bACK! (New Details!)

The Summer Green Shack Playground Program returns for 2022!

  • Rossdale Green Shack will run M-F,
    10:30 am - 1:30 pm
    (July 4 - August 25).

surplus items for sale

The Rossdale Community league has:

  1. a four drawer metal filing cabinet that is surplus and available for sale - $25.00. Please note one of the drawer handles is broken and there are no keys available.

  2. A trolley for file boxes $20.00

If interested please contact Natalie Bunting at bunting@shaw.ca

A Rossdale News Update for May 22, 2022

rossdale welcomes THE 2022 JAYMAN BUILT MS WALK – to OUR NEIGHBORHOOD THIS COMING SUNDAY!

Date: Sunday May 29th, 2022.

Note that the MS Walk will take place on Sunday May 29th starting and ending at Donald Ross Park. The walk route goes through Rossdale park and Louise McKinney River Front Park.

Proceeds from this event are going to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada to help individuals living with MS and fund research to find a cure to end MS.

Detailed Information for Residents:

• Event enters the area: 11:00 AM
• Event Leaves the area: 2:00 PM
• Event set up starts at: 7:00 AM
• DJ and music will be on site from 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM (And we have been assured that there will be no testing of music prior to 9:00 AM)
• Volunteers will be working to ensure safety of walkers at all street intersections

If you would like further information please call 587 – 772 – 3938 or check out the walk website at www.mswalks.ca and searching Edmonton.

THE SHACK IS BACK!

The Summer Green Shack Playground Program returns for 2022!

the weather is getting warmer now …

Ensuring that your car doors and garages are locked is the best deterrent to theft. 

Note that EPS has an online Crime Reporting function where it isn’t necessary to speak to an officer. 

Since policing levels are dictated by these call volumes, it is important that you do your part and report any activity.

epcor construction update - pump house

Beginning in June 2022, EPCOR Electricity will be completing work within the Rossdale Power Plant site on the Bellamy Pump House. The work entails:

1.       Upgrade security controls

2.       Install new entrance doors on southeast wall of the pump house

3.       Remove handles and install blanking plates on existing doors (west wall of the pump house)

The work is planned to begin June 6, lasting for approximately 6 weeks. There will be no impacts to public roads. There will be noise for about half a day while the new space for the entrance doors are cut.

Please contact EDTI Consultation at 780-412-4040 if there are any questions.

EPCOR COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS - THIS WEEK!

Just a reminder that EPCOR Is hosting two community engagement events this week:

• Online workshop: May 24 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

• In-person open house: May 26 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

A Rossdale News Update for May 12, 2022

ROSSDALE GARDEN is hosting a BBQ AND GARDENING PRESENTATION - OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY!

Sunday May 15, starting at 3:00 pm, the Rossdale Garden is hosting a presentation at the community hall. It will cover topics such as pest control, weed management, soil enhancement, and maximizing your garden space.

A bbq will follow starting at 4:00 pm.

There will be a free seed give away, a door prize draw, and a tomato plant sale ($3 each for mature tomato plants).

BIG BIN - SAVE THE DATE!

A big bin event will be held at the hall on Saturday June 11th from 9am to 3pm.

EDMONTON BIKE SWAP THIS WEEKEND at the MACEWAN CAMPUS

What’s a bike swap you may ask? Well it is a safe place for anyone buying, selling and donating bikes. They tech check every bike and record every serial number.

WHERE:
MacEwan University - City Centre 107 Street Underground Parkade

WHEN:
May 14, 2022

CONSIGN:
May 14, 2022 0800 - 1400

BUY:
May 14, 2022 1430 - 1600

DONATE:
May 14, 2022

EDMONTON PADDLERS BOAT & GEAR SWAP

WHERE:
Kinsmen Sport Centre (north of Queen Elizabeth Pool, beyond main parking lot to grass overflow parking lot).

WHEN:
May 14, 2022 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Items will include canoes, kayaks, and stand up paddle boards, as well as paddling and camping gear and gadgets. Proceeds support the Edmonton Paddling Centres Association programs and facilities.

Paddlers think the only way to see the river valley is by canoe, kayak, or SUP, as it involves so little environmental disturbance. And what better way to enhance sustainability than to assist the reuse of useful paddling and camping gear.

A Rossdale News Update for April 29, 2022

BIG BIN - SAVE THE DATE!

A big bin event will be held at the hall on Saturday June 11th from 9am to 3pm.


LET’S CLEAN UP THE RIVER VALLEY!

Residents interested in tidying the river valley can pick up free supplies. Each kit includes a safety guide, grabber, a pair of gloves, and 3 garbage bags. Kits can be picked up at 9634 100 street from the front porch. First come first served!

EPCOR - COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS

Epcor is planning community workshops on the flood protection project.   More information on the project can be found at: Current engagement activities: Protecting Edmonton's Water Treatment Plants from Flooding (epcor.com)

 

The workshops are:

a.       May 24 from 6 – 8 p.m.: online

Click here to sign up for the workshop (Zoom)

Click here for more information

b.       May 26 from 4 – 7 p.m.: in person open house at the Rossdale Hall – offering free snacks!

 

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