The Official Voice of the Scenic Acres Community Association www.scenicacresca.ca

April 2010

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ATTENTION DRIVERS:

Now that spring is in

the air and many of our

children are out playing

and walking to and

from school, please take

special care to keep an

eye out for these little

pedestrians.

VOLUNTEERS!VOLUNTEERS!VOLUNTEERS!VOLUNTEERS!VOLUNTEERS!Thank Thank YououThank Thank YououThank You

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SCENIC ACRES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION8825 Scurfi eld Drive. N.W., Calgary, Alberta, T3L 2A8

Telephone: 403-547-9589 Fax: 403-547-9579E-mail: scenacre@telusplanet.net

www.scenicacresca.cawww.calgaryarea.com

OFFICE HOURSMondays & Tuesdays: 9am to 3pmWednesdays: 9am to 5pmThursdays & Fridays: 9am to 1pmSaturdays, Sundays & Holidays: Closed

Facility and Program Manager Annamarie Pluess apluess@telus.netCommunity Events Coordinator Amy Barton saevents@shaw.caScenic Review Editor Ruth Sorrentino ruthsorrentino@shaw.ca

SACA EXECUTIVEPresident Ray Hillman 403-241-3030Vice President Michelle Parkkari 403-239-9094 Secretary Ruth Sorrentino 403-241-9073Treasurer Jim Clampett 403-242-2267

SACA BOARD OF DIRECTORSCommunity Development Troy Marsh Communications Ben Morgan 403-242-1760Energy Conservation Janice Wong 403-241-8831Facilities - Buildings David Goldie 403-208-2475Facilities - Grounds Duncan Harris 403-547-2406Fundraising Ken Chudleigh 403-999-2483Marketing VACANTOrganizational Development Terry Martin 403-803-5339Parks & Environment Ashley Appleby 403-283-9372Public Transportation Troy Marsh SACA/CHA Rep Terry Martin 403-803-5339Social Events VACANTSports Joel Falk 403-241-8623Director at Large Partho Mukherjee

REPRESENTATIVESTeens Olivia & BaileySeniors VACANT

LIAISONSNorwest Soccer President Stephen Ward 403-208-2672Crowchild Twin Arena John Palazeti 403-239-5819Crowchild Hockey Association Tamara Flegel 403-286-9735Crowchild Skating Club 403-239-7091Community Liaison Offi cer Cst. Roy Moe 403-567-6745Scout Group (244) Bruce Thornton 403-239-3574Alderman Dale Hodges 403-268-2430 MLA Alana Delong 403-216-5400Girl Guides Brenda-Lee Ell 403-288-6815Adopt-a-Park Kelly Fowler 403-974-4025Community Recreation Co-ordinator Terry Laporte 403-221-3969Monsignor Doyle School Rose Ranieri Scenic Acres/WO Mitchell Schools Michelle ParkkariArbour Lake School VACANT

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Community News and ProgramsSCENIC REVIEW APRIL 2010

President’s MessageThe time has come for me to step aside and for the association to welcome a new face into the Presidents role. My second term as President

of SACA ends in conjunction with our AGM (March 22, 2010), at which time a new President will be elected. I have really enjoyed my time as President of the Association, and all the people and experiences that come along with the role. Most of all I have enjoyed working with a great group of volunteers and employees that are committed to SACA and what the Association means to our community.

I have lived in Scenic Acres for over 14 years now, and have been associated in one form or another with SACA for more than 10 years. It has been wonderful to witness how the community has matured and the Association has matured along with it. The SACA board, and a long list of volunteers, have made a big difference in who we are, how we interact with the city and the communities around us, and the quality of our life that we all enjoy within the community. My commitment to the group will continue for the next year in the role of Past President, and as your representative on the Calgary North-West Recreation Centre Society (CNRCS) as Vice-Chair. Thank you for supporting me and the Association over the past years, and I wish my successor all the best in what I’m sure will be an interesting journey. SincerelyRay Hillman, Past-President, SACA

SACA Bubblegum Boogie

Friday, May 14th6:30 - 9:00 pmScenic Acres

Community CentreGrades 4 to 6

Presale of tickets for SACA members

will begin on Monday, May 3rd. Maximum 4 tickets per SACA

membership.$5.00 per child

Any remaining tickets will be on sold at the door on a fi rst come, fi rst served

basis.

We look forward toseeing you there!

In order to continue to provide a safe and fun activity for our children we

will only be selling tickets to parents. At the time of purchase parents will be asked to provide the names of the children for whom they are buying

tickets as well as an emergency contact number for each child.

All children attending the danceshould be collected by anadult promptly at 9pm.

Become a FanThe Scenic Acres Community Association is now on FACEBOOK.Keep up to date on all the latest updates and activities occurring in your neighbourhood.

Visit www.scenicacresca.caand click on the Facebook link.

Upcoming Community Events

To Mark On Your Calendar!

May• Saturday, May 8th

Community Clean Up Day!• Friday, May 14th

Bubblegum Boogie: 6:30-9pm

June• Saturday, June 26th

Parade of Garage Sales

July• Sunday, July 11th

Stampede Breakfast

Big Thanks!A Big THANK YOU to Trudy Pavan, Jyoti Johal, and Eddy Johal for volunteering their time at the March Bubblegum Boogie!

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Community News and ProgramsAPRIL 2010

Mondays 9:00amIn the Palmer Boardroom(entrance on the East side)

One full day each month. We welcome any women who would like to join our group. No craft experience necessary as we are also a social group. Please feel free to join us at any time. There is no obligation. Come once, come once per month or come most Mondays; it’s up to you.

If you wish to try your hand at a craft such as knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, quilting, etc. please call as we have members willing to help.

Community membership required.

April 12th and 26th9 am to Noon

April 19th9 am to 3 pm

Call Jeri at 403-241-6773for further information.

(Scenic Acres Friendly, Fun-Loving, Enthusiastic Senior 55+)

Wednesdays at 1:00pm

In the Palmer Boardroom

Bridge/Games/Coffee/ConversationNew members are warmly welcomed

Call Ron Crowtherat 403-241-2479

for more information

Rent the Community Centre

Community Clean up Day!

Looking to rent space for a family reunion, birthday party or business meeting?

The Scenic Acres Community Centre is a very popular location to hold weddings, parties, family events, seminars and business meetings.

If you are interested in renting either the Main Hall or and/or the Palmer Boardroom please call the offi ce at403-547-9589.

Discounted rates for all SACA Members!

Saturday May 8th is Scenic Acres Community Clean up Day!Help clean up our green spaces and we’ll help you clean up your house!

On the morning of May 8th, volunteers are asked to come out and clean up a local park or green space. To volunteer please contact Ashley Appleby at 403-283-9372.

At the community centre we will be collecting all those household items you just haven’t known what to do with! Between 9am and 2pm the City of Calgary will be on-hand to haul away any items too big for your weekly garbage can (Please note that this does not include household appliances). Recycle trucks will also be on-site to accept electronic items such as old televisions, computers, DVD players, cables, etc. We will also accept your old paint cans and paint thinners, etc.

For more information please contact the offi ce at 403-547-9589 or scenacre@telusplanet.net.

RecyclingYou may have noticed how Thursday’s brings some interesting people into our community! Some enterprising folks are going through our blue bins looking for recyclables which provide refunds.

Please don’t put beverage bottles or cans, milk/juice jugs or cartons in your blue bins. Hold on to them for organizations holding bottle drives or take them for a refund to the bottle depot. You can even contact the Can Change Cousins for pick up at canchangecousins@hotmail.com or 403-612-3459.

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Community News and Programs

Calling all teen and adult Babysitters! Would you like to share information about your availability and training in babysitting for interested families in our community? We provide a list of local teens/adults who are offering babysitting services during the evenings / weekends. If you are interested, we will be publishing only fi rst names, ages and phone numbers.

BABYSITTERS LISTName Age Phone # Jasmine 15 403-241 -3760Lily Adult 403-608-0809Kathleen Adult 403-241-7567Betsie Adult 403-453-3809 - available evenings, weekdays, and weekendsJaneen 15 403-547-2041Rachel 12 403-547-0915Rebeca 13 403-282-2552Ashley 14 403-282-8366Carmel 13 403-241-3374Janelle 14 403-239-8192Ra egen 13 403-771-8014Aaron 14 403-239-4962McKenna 13 403-285-4049 - will babysit children age 2 and upKimberly 13 403-547-5372Brittany 14 403-239-7393Kassidy 13 403-239-6884Trya Adult 403-466-7861Josh 12 403-239-4962Hailey Adult 403-479-9393Mitchell 12 403-239-0359Farhana Adult 403-208-3892Megan 13 403-241-1016Alexandra Adult 403-607-7434Tara 15 403-239-9838

All published names are required to have a Red Cross / St. John’s Ambulance babysitter training certifi cate. Note: The Scenic Acres Community Association will not be sanctioning / checking any credentials of those using this service. It is the responsibility all those involved to check and meet potential clients before enlisting/being enlisted for their services. Please send in your information by calling our offi ce at 403-547-9589.

APRIL 2010

Bottle Drive for Haiti!The Crowchild Pee Wee 1 team worked together by hosting a bottle drive at the Crowchild Twin Arenas on Saturday February 21st and raised $1800 for Haiti Relief. Thank you to everyone in the community who helped them to help others!

Gently Used Items to Sell?Want to advertise your Home Business?

Place a classifi ed! $10 for 30 words. No consecutive ads.

Contact Ruth Sorrentino at 403-241-9073 orruthsorrentino@shaw.ca

*Exact wording, text size and layout will be at the discretion of the Editor

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE. Does your child attend Monsignor Doyle or Scenic Acres School? Care provided in my home at reasonable rates. Call for details. Amber 403-703-4786.

HONEY - Delicious, Pure, Healthy, Unpasteurized, Local Wild Flower Honey. Choose from Fresh Raw liquid honey, Creamed honey or Comb honey. $6 per 1.5 lb container. Call Bert 403-286-3814.

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Community News and Programs2010 Volunteers of the Year

With National Volunteer Week being celebrated, Scenic Acres Community Association would like to take this opportunity to thank two volunteers who have really stepped forward these past few years. When a request for volunteers goes out, these two are the fi rst to answer. In fact, they even volunteered to volunteer at the volunteer appreciation night! We would like to recognize…

Jeri and Terry OrrJeri and Terry have lived in Scenic Acres since they moved to Calgary from Manitoba 10 years ago. While in Manitoba Jeri kept herself busy working as a teacher, starting up a local chapter of the 4H club, coaching T-ball, spending time as a brownie leader, and taking care of their 3 children. Jeri also found the time while the children were young to be an active member of the Kinette club. Terry spent many years in the Kinsmen club and took his turn as Treasurer and President, and was voted Kinsman of the Year for putting so much time into Kinsmen activities. He volunteered on the Western Development Board, and a local environmental group. Terry also volunteered for several years on the Young Offenders Restitution committee in Selkirk.

Terry and Jeri followed their children to Calgary after Jeri retired from teaching and Terry semi-retired from a communications position. As a way to meet people and keep active they started all over again fi nding new and interesting volunteer opportunities. Jeri got hard at work editing the Scenic Review, and sat on the Board of Directors for 5 years.

She put her teaching skills to work showing others how to quilt and craft. Jeri even won an Alberta Centennial Award for volunteering! Terry signed them up to help at the Stampede breakfast fl ipping pancakes their fi rst year in Scenic Acres and they haven’t missed a breakfast since.

Terry and Jeri do it all, from judging the LEGO competition, to working evenings at the casino fundraiser; if there is a need, you can count on the Orr’s to help.

I’m sure they have contributed to many things that go unnoticed, however SACA would like the entire Scenic Acres community to know how much work these two have contributed to our neighborhood.

So, TERRY and JERI ORR, a HUGE… THANK YOU!

If you see them out in their garden or pass them on the street, be sure to take a minute and thank them for all they do.

Thank you Volunteers!

Pancakes: 6000 Hot air balloon rides: 200 Live band: 4 hours Volunteers: Priceless!

April is a month that brings many things to mind; spring, warmer weather, fl owers, Earth Day, and so much more. One thing the month of April signifi es that isn’t mentioned too often is National Volunteer Week, April 18 to 24th. In recognition of this week, the Scenic Acres Community Association would like to thank all of the volunteers who contributed their time this past year to our various community events and programs. Without the support of our volunteers, our community would not be as spirited and vibrant.

Whether it’s shoveling your neighbours walk, distributing energy effi cient light bulbs, fl ipping pancakes at the Stampede Breakfast, helping to build a community park, or coaching an entire season of soccer or hockey, all acts of volunteerism, big or small, are valued and appreciated by our entire community.

THANK YOU for giving the gift of your time!

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Community Newsand Programs

Rink Volunteers Thank You!

A HUGE THANK YOU to all the wonderful volunteers below who came out to construct the ice rink at the community centre as well as all those who came out regularly to fl ood the ice and blow the snow!

MartinEugene ChowDennis CrawfordGary CzaikowskiJoel FalkTravis KeyteSean McCully, Luke McKay Neil O’ConnerAndy ParkkariDave PooleCraig QuippMike SlippDave StewartJeff Stewart Kathy TraptowMurray Traptow

Our SchoolsArbour Lake

Spring is in the air and that means time to begin planning for next year! Grade nine students have met with counsellors from Bowness and William Aberhart to select courses for next year. We have also met our new students from Citadel Park, Scenic Acres, and W.O. Mitchell. New students will attend an orientation on April 20th where they will get to see this year’s drama production and have a tour of the school. We will host an open house on May 13th at 7:00pm for all new students and parents. If you do not attend one of the feeder schools but are hoping to attend Arbour Lake School next year, please come by or call the school to discuss registration.

Students are rehearsing for this year’s drama production “Dude, Where’s My Book”. This production was written by Arbour Lake staff, has music performed by the Senior Band, and involves three hundred students! The play features scenes based around the Wizard of Oz, Diary of Anne Frank, Dr. Seuss, Lord of the Rings, Love You Forever and the Three Little Pigs. Tickets go on sale this month for evening performances on April 21, 22 and 23rd.

Scenic Acres

We have had big changes at Scenic Acres School. Our principal, Dallas Wheeler, has been transferred to Sam Livingston School. In March we welcomed Debbie Ireland to Scenic Acres as our new principal. She brings with her a wealth of experience and is excited about our community and the work we already have underway. Welcome aboard Debbie!

Kindergarten Pre-Registration for the 2010-2011 school year at Scenic Acres School is continuing. If your child will be 4 years old on or before March 1st, 2010 he/she may start Kindergarten in September 2010. Your child’s birth certifi cate and a document showing your home address are needed at the time of registration. Our Kindergarten orientation meeting for registered students will take place on Thursday, May 6th at 6:30 PM in the gym.

March was a busy month for all as we entered into Student led conferences on the 18th and 19th. Students, parents and staff all enjoyed the opportunity the conferences presented for the students to share their learning and understanding with their families over the two days. It was encouraging to see the students “shine” as they celebrated their learning.

The Staff and Students of Scenic Acres School

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Our SchoolsMonsignorE. L. Doyle

March at Monsignor Doyle School has been a month where the students and staff made fi nal preparations for their Lenten journey as the Holy Thursday Celebration takes place on Thursday, April 1st. The morning will start in the classrooms where the students will be involved in a re-enactment of the Last Supper. Following the re-enactment of the Last Supper all students will be invited to the gym to witness the Stations of the Cross as a liturgy beginning at approximately 9:30 am. All parents of Monsignor Doyle students are welcome to join us for this very solemn and meaningful morning.

April begins with the Easter break from April 1st until school reopens on April 12th. Also in April we look forward to the weeklong residency with Decidedly Jazz Danceworks where all students will be involved in learning new dance steps led by the professional facilitators from Decidedly Jazz Danceworks.

Have a blessed month!Monsignor E. L. Doyle Staff

W.O.Mitchell

With the coming of spring we are beginning to plan for our upcoming year. W.O. Mitchell School will be accepting Out of Boundary students for the 2010-2011 school year. If you are interested in attending our school please contact us at 403 777-6100. At this time Grade Six students with help from their parents are also making decisions about where they will be attending for Grade Seven. If students are planning to attend a school other than their designated school please contact that school immediately.

Here is an update on the fundraising that was initiated and carried out by our students in their Hearts for Haiti campaign. Students raised funds totaling $1479.55 and with a donation that our School Council added to this, our cheque to Doctors Without Borders amounted to $2479.55. With the government matching our money almost $5000.00 will be contributed for relief efforts in Haiti on our student’s initiative. In addition to the money raised, the benefi ts for the school and for the students were endless. We came together in community which was initiated by the entrepreneurial spirit and the ethical commitment of our school’s students – tomorrow’s leaders. Thank you to all parents, community members, students and staff for your support of this very worthy cause.

Upcoming Events:• Spring Break: March 29th to April

6th• Professional Day (No Students):

April 7th• Students return to school: April 8th

• Spring Concert (Division II): April 15th

• School Council Meeting: April 26th at 7:00 pm

Madeleine D’Houet

April begins with our annual Easter holiday. Our students will be dismissed at noon on April 1 and they will return to classes on April 12. With the better weather, Flag Football will start at MDH. As well, our students who have been practicing a dance routine will present at our District’s annual evening – “Danceworks”. We also look forward to our second annual Faith Day where our staff and students are involved in different workshops and activities based upon our Catholicity. Please continue to watch for updates of our upcoming school events and important dates or look us up on our school web site at www.cssd.ab.ca/schools/dhouet/.

April’s EventsApril 1 Celebration and Noon

Dismissal for Easter Holidays

April 12 Classes resumeApril 19 Flag Football beginsApril 22 “Danceworks” Grade 9 PARTY ProgramApril 29 Student Faith DayApril 30 Professional Day – No

Classes

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SportsMini Basketball

Mini Basketball Boys Team 1 win Gold and Head to Provincials in Edmonton

It’s not the destination; it’s the journey. I’m sure you’ve heard a saying something similar to this before: Cliched but true. This basketball season, for example, our Silver Springs/Scenic Acres Mini Boys 1 “Rebels” team won the gold medal in their playoff tournament. More importantly, this group of ten10-year-old boys took those of us watching their practices and games on quite a journey.

The team started off with a bit of an identity crisis. They went from being called the “Rebelators” to the “Rebels”. Some of the boys were new to basketball while others have been playing community basketball for years. They were almost “seeded out” of the B1 division in the fi rst half of the season only to go on to win all of their games in the second half of the season. Ultimately they captured the

gold medal in their fi nal playoff game with a score of 33 - 27.

The real secret to this team’s coaching success was collaboration. Coach Greg and Assistant coaches Caroline, Sam, and J.P. modeled dedication to player development by having the players practice fundamentals like dribbling, shooting, and defense. Parents helped regularly with drill practices. Grandparents and siblings cheered them on from the sidelines at every game. The boys earned success by staying steadfast to simple but effective plays and gaining insight from previous games’ mistakes.

The city championship win in their division has given the Rebels team another opportunity to play for a provincial championship in Edmonton at the end of March. To fi nd out how the team made out at Provincials please visit www.scenicacresca.ca! Go Rebels Go!

Submitted byRose Audia Ranieri

Back row: Russell, Jacob, Michael, Max, Assist. Coaches J.P. and SamFront row: Coach Greg, Francis, Luke, Aman, Braden

Scenic Acres Adult Slow Pitch

To register online please go towww.scenicacresca.ca (click on Program Registration)

Registrations will also be accepted in the offi ce during offi ce hours (Monday and Tuesday 9-3; Wednesday 9-5; Thursday and Friday 9-1)

Season Runs Sundays (except for holiday weekends) May 16th - August 29th, 6:30 to 8:30pm.Cost is $50 for members and $60 for non members

This is a recreational fun league that welcomes players 18 years and older. Singles, couples and groups are more than welcome! Come out and have some fun!

For more information please contact Jim Leitch at 403-241-3308 or jqleitch@shaw.ca.

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Norwest United Soccer AssociationSoccer, Soccer, SoccerNorwest Soccer 2010Call the offi ce for availability.403-288-2616• Season runs April 26 – June 24• Photos May 7 and 8 at SSCA• Soccer for those born 1995 – 2006

Check out our website for details atwww.norwestsoccer.orgGet out and enjoy spring evenings with your family!

West Valley SoftballCall for availability in your child’s age group. 403-288-2616• Teams for those born 1991- 2001• Learn to Play program for those

born 2002 – 2005Season begins late April.Photos May 1st at SSCA.

Beach VolleyballBeach Volleyball is coming toScenic Acres 2010 and we want to hear from you!

Last year, the Scenic Acres Community Association worked hard to renovate the Community Beach Volleyball courts. New fi ner sand has made the courts much more player-friendly, so as soon as the snow is gone, the courts will be ready to go!

If you or anyone in your family is interested in playing or learning how to play beach volleyball please let us know. We are in the process of planning some clinics, drop in sessions and camps. Your feedback is essential to help us ensure proper programming. Make sure to check next month’s issue as well as our web sitewww.scenicacresca.ca for the latest.

The courts will also be available at least 50 percent of the time for community use. Gather some friends and either bring your own ball or borrow one from the SACA offi ce during offi ce hours.

To provide feedback contact the offi ce at scenacre@telusplanet.net or403-547-9589.

Get excited about Beach Volleyball because we are!

Soccer RefereeingAre you interested in becoming a soccer referee this year? Refereeing will offer you the opportunity to develop life skills, establish self confi dence, keep you fi t, and enjoy the outdoors. And, you actually get paid for each game you referee!

Refereeing BasicsDate: Tuesday, April 20, 2010 7:00pm – 9:00pmSession will be held at the Silver Springs Community Association.

Cost: $40 - includes a ref kit, whistle, and referee jersey. 100% of the fee will be refunded once you have refereed three community games and you have attended the training.

This introductory workshop for fi rst time referees is geared towards learning the beginner concepts of refereeing. We will review referee requirements and rules based on the FIFA soccer laws. After completing the course, you will be eligible to ref Norwest’s U10 House League games. You must be at least 12 years of age (born in 1998 or later) to register. U10 refs receive $20 per game refereed.

This is not a certifi ed training course from the Alberta Soccer Association.

Fundamentals of Refereeing for 11 Aside Soccer Date: Saturday, April 24, 2010 10:00am – 2:00pmIncludes a pizza and pop lunch!Session will be held at the Silver Springs Community Association.

Cost: $50 – includes a ref kit, whistle, and referee jersey. 100% of the fee will be refunded after you have attended the referee workshop and you have refereed three community games.

This workshop will provide a review of referee requirements and rules based on FIFA soccer laws, including fouls and off-sides. It is geared towards refereeing U12, U14, and U16/18 House League games. This

course is suitable for returning referees who want a refresher or new referees who are eligible to ref the older age groups. U12 games earn refs $25, U14 games earn refs $30 and U16/18 games earn refs $35 per game.

This is not a certifi ed training course from the Alberta Soccer

Association.

To register for either class, please call the Silver Springs Community Association at 403-288-2616. Space is limited.

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In Our City

Interim Snow and Ice Control PolicyOn February 18, 2010 City Council decided to establish a sub-committee of Audit Committee to consider the terms of reference for The City of Cal-gary’s Snow and Ice Control Program.

The current Snow and Ice Control Policy identifi es the intent of The City of Calgary winter maintenance operations and establishes the priori-ties, standards and service levels of the snow and ice control program. An effective and effi cient snow and ice control program is necessary to allow the municipality to function under normal winter weather conditions to reduce snow and ice hazards and to provide reasonable winter mobility on city infrastructure including roadways some sidewalks and pathways. The City of Calgary manages snow and ice control operations on city infrastruc-ture within The City of Calgary right of ways in accordance with Council approved policy and priority system and relevant City Bylaws.

The aim of the Interim Snow and Ice Control Policy is to provide reasonable winter driving conditions for vehicles that are:

properly equipped for winter driving; • andare operated in a manner consistent • with good winter driving habits.

The following list is the current priotities of the program: Priority One (Sanding and Salting)

Streets in the Central business dis-• trict with traffi c volumes exceeding 8,000 vehicles per day (4 Avenue S to 12 Avenue S and 14 Street W to 6 street E,); andDesignated routes on high-traffi c-• volume arterials (currently based

Alderman's Report

on traffi c volumes of 20,000 plus vehicles per day) for example Crow-child Trail and Nose Hill Drive NW

Priority Two (Sanding and Salting)Designated streets with volumes of • 5,000 to 19,999 vehicles per day, such as Silver Spring Gate NWTraffi c lights and controlled cross-• walks.Designated emergency routes (ad-• jacent to hospitals, police and fi re stations)Problem areas.•

Priority Three (Primary Spot Sanding)Designated feeders, collectors and bus routes at:

School and playground zones.• Designated hills.• Stop/yield signs.• Bus stops.•

Priority Four (Residential Spot Sanding)Residential areas at:

School and playground zones.• Designated hills.•

Part of the terms of reference of the Audit Sub-committee will be to review the current priority system listed above. The sub-committee has been directed to bring an interim report to Council no later than July 2010, so that any revised policies will be in place prior to the 2010-2011 winter season.

Dale Hodges

I was fortunate enough this past month to dine at the fabulously chic Vin Room located on 2310-4th St. S.W. at the old Mission Cycle build-ing. John Gilchrist (a published restaurant critic in Calgary) rated this wine bar as the “best new res-taurant of 2009”. I could not agree more! From the friendly hostess, the contemporary design, the walls lined with wine bottles, and the downtown posh feel, there wasn’t a missed step along the way. The main fl oor has a sexy lounge feel, while the upstairs is more secluded. With the roof-top patio covered in snow, I found myself longing for the month of July and picturing my friends gathered around a table enjoying an endless selection of wine. The wine cellar is also available for private parties. The Lobster Salad with smoked pancetta was to die for. The squid was light and refreshing, and the cod cakes were cooked to perfection. The Duck was juicy and savory. Adding to the dining experience was our knowledgeable server who kept us smiling throughout the evening.

If you are looking for a place to wine and dine your clients or business as-sociates, this is the place! Vin Room is also great for couples who want a sensual dinning experience.

Megan Hidson

Star rating out of 5:Food * * * *

Atmosphere * * * * *Service * * * * *

Vin Room

Restaurant Review

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In Our CityCalgary Connection

The Teenage Brain: Apr. 14, 7:00 p.m. at the St. Thomas United Church, 100 Hawkwood Boulevard N.W. Learn what is helpful or counter-productive based on recent research on teenage brain development. Donations will be accepted at the door. Call 403-241-0366 to RSVP.

A Holocaust Survivor will be speaking about experiences as a Jew during World War II. Tue. Apr. 20, 7:00 p.m. at the St. Thomas United Church, 100 Hawkwood Boulevard N.W. Everyone is welcome. Free.

Field of Fame, created by the Alberta Champions Society: Monuments relat-ed to six of Alberta’s greatest citizens who helped shape our city, our prov-ince and our nation will be unveiled on May 20 in the Jamieson Building at 308-4 St. S.W. For more info visit www.AlbertaChampions.org.

Ernest Manning High School Celebrations: We are planning to celebrate our high school one last time before it closes to make room for the LRT line. If you were involved with EMHS in any capacity as a past or present alumni and/or staff please con-tact www.ernestmanninghighclosure.ca for information regarding celebra-tions to be held September 2 - 5, 2010.

Compassion in Action 2: Stop the Traffi c: Do you want to make a dif-ference in the world? This spring Calgarians will join together in groups

to increase awareness and raise funds to fi ght Human Traffi cking. To get involved visit stopthetraffi c.ca.

CBC Calgary Reads Book Sale: April 30 (4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.) and May 1 – 2 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) at the Triwood Arena. Unearth some literary treasures while raising funds needed to assist a child in learning to read. You can also donate quality used books by dropping them off at the CBC lobby from April 12-26. Last year the book sale raised $98,000 for Calgary Reads.

Calgary AfterSchool: A new city-wide initiative for youth aged 6 to 16, providing information and access to a variety of fun, supervised activi-ties between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. weekdays. Check out www.calgary.ca/afterschool.

Parents' Education Forum Semi-nars: Apr. 14–Understanding and Managing Childhood Anxiety to Sup-port Learning and Academic Success. Apr. 28–Everything You Wanted to Know About Post-Secondary Educa-tion but Don’t Know Who to Ask. Seminars are free. For more info visit www.meetup.com or www.tutordoctorcalgary.com.

Let’s Clean the Bow: The largest group clean-up in the city is on May 2 for 3 hours along the banks of the Bow between 130th Ave and 22X. Kids ages 5-12 cannot participate in the

Bow River clean-up, but are invited to take part in a playground clean-up. For kids younger than age 5, free childcare is offered. A hot dog lunch will be provided and prizes will be awarded for unusual fi nds. To register: 403-256-3167 or www.canyoncreek.ca.

Open Spaces, Window to a View: Until the end of May at the Telus Convention Centre. Two local artists provide very different interpretations of prairie sky and landscape. Visit www.calgary.ca/publicart.

Art & Craft Sales

St. Michaels School "Handmade Parade" Craft Sale: April 17, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., 4511 - 8th Avenue S.W. (just 2 blocks South of Bow Trail). Everyone is welcome to shop from a wonderful variety of handmade artisans & support our school!

The Calgary Sketch Club Art Show and Sale: Sat. Apr. 17, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Dalhousie Community Centre, 5432 Dalhart Rd. N.W. The Calgary Sketch Club is a non-profi t organization that sup-ports a membership of 100 dedi-cated artists working in oil, acrylic, watercolour, pastels, and graphite.

BEYOND An Artisan Market-place: May 1 – May 2 at the Black-foot Inn. Show & Sale of Fine Art & Crafts. Discover that perfect Moth-er's Day gift. Update your spring accessories and home decor. Meet & support the 30 artists & artisans. www.beyondmarketplace.com.info@beyondmarketplace.com.

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In Our CityEvents In and Around Calgary Tickets, admission or registration may be required

for events. Event details are believed correct as ofpress time but may change at any time.

Easter Eggstravaganza: Apr. 2 – 3. Calgary Zoo. Kids activities, crafts and games, including a zoo-nique Easter treasure hunt! Free with Zoo admission. www.calgaryzoo.com

Fitness Through Football: Apr. 3 – 5, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., N.E. Sports Center. Kids Will Love This Day Of Fun And Fitness With Pro Football Players. Spots Are Limited So Visit The Website And Register Today. www.fi tnessthroughfootball.com

Calgary International Spoken Word Festival: Apr. 4 – 29, Various venues in Banff and Calgary. Performances, panels, discussions, workshops and special events. www.calgaryspoken-wordfestival.com

California Wine Fair: Apr. 9, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Hotel Arts. The largest national wine tasting tour in Canada. The selection of wines in-cludes everything from products avail-able at the market to new vintages and varietals not yet released in Canada. www.calwine.ca

Calgary Horticultural Society Garden Show: Apr. 10 – 11. Spruce Meadows. Calgary Horticultural So-ciety presents its annual garden show featuring speakers, over 100 exhibi-tors, demonstrations and experts.www.calhort.org

Calgary Underground Film Festival: Apr. 12 –18. Plaza Theatre. Showcases independent fi lms that are provocative and even bizarre. Contemporary works are shown from all categories of fi lm.www.calgaryundergroundfi lm.org

The Art of Cuisine: Apr. 14, The Art Gallery of Calgary. Celebrates

contemporary food, art and culture by showcasing six of Calgary’s top chefs in a culinary competition. To purchase tickets please call 403-770-1353. www.artgallerycalgary.org

The Calgary Body Soul & Spirit Expo: Apr. 16 – 18. Stampede Park. Features numerous exhibits, lectures and workshops make this event a one-stop bonanza for those seeking a more holistic lifestyle. www.bodysoulspiritexpo.com

Calgary Zoo Earth Day: Apr. 18, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Calgary Zoo.In preparation for Earth Day on April 22nd, the Calgary Zoo is celebrating with various displays and activities that focus on taking care of our planet.www.calgaryzoo.com

Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo: Apr. 24 – 25. BMO Centre. One of Calgary's premiere events for comic books, anime, gaming and ani-mation. www.calgaryexpo.com

Quilt Canada 2010: Apr. 26 – May 1, Telus Convention Centre. Features workshops taught by stellar inter-national and Canadian instructors, a National Juried Quilt Show plus 11 special exhibits showcasing everything from vintage quilts to applique and art quilts. www.canadianquilter.com

Millionaire Mind Evening: Apr. 28, 7:00 p.m., BMO Centre. Learn the causes of money problems, why some people fail and how you can reach your full fi nancial potential.www.calgary.millionairemindevening.ca

"Believe It" Youth Singers of Cal-gary: May 6, 4:00 p.m., Southern Alberta Jubillee Auditorum. Calgary's

Spring Concerts to EnjoyHere’s some variety for music lovers:

Chris Botti: • Apr. 13, Jack Singer Sonata Arctica: • Apr. 15, RepublikMatt Anderson and Wil: • Apr. 22 Knox United Church The Gruesome Twosome, Rob • Zombie & Alice Cooper: Apr. 29, Stampede Corral Brooks & Dunn “Last Rodeo” • Tour: May 4, Pengrowth Saddledome Wailin’ Jennys: • May 9, Knox United Church Charley Pride:• May 10, Jubilee Our Lady Peace: • May 10 & 11, Jack Singer Celtic Woman Songs from the • Heart: May 18, Stampede Corral Gerry & The Pacemakers: • May 29, Deerfoot Inn & CasinoNickelback: • May 31, Pengrowth SaddledomeXavier Rudd: • May 30 & 31, Banff Centre

youth bring singing and dancing together in their 25th anniversary pro-duction. www.youthsingers.org

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In Our CityPay it Forward

Private Graffi ti Abatement Program

A big Thank You from The City of Calgary Animal & Bylaw Services to the thousands of Calgarians who annually license their dog or cat. These responsible pet owners recognize the value of licensing their pets and are being rewarded for it through a new program.

The I Heart My Pet rewards program is a reward for Calgarians who license their pets. Over 90% of dogs and 45% of cats are currently licensed in our city. Calgary is recognized as having the leading pet licensing program in North America.

How to access the rewards program:A letter and the I Heart My Pet • rewards card will be inserted in with pet owners’ licence renewals starting in March 2010.Responsible pet owners who have • licensed their pets will get their cards throughout 2010 with their renewal notices.The rewards card will provide pet • owners with discounts and special promotions through our partnering vendors. The I Heart My Pet rewards card is • valid until December 31, 2011.Calgarians who currently have a free • six-month licence for their dog or

cat will receive a rewards card when they renew their pet’s licence.

By using the rewards card only a few times, pet owners of licensed pets can recoup their licensing fees. Visit iheartmypet.ca to see the list of vendors and available discounts.

If you would like to receive your pet reward card sooner, come down to The Animal Services Centre at 2201 Portland Street S.E. during working hours: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday to Friday; 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday (closed statutory holidays).

For more information visit calgary.ca/animalservices or call 3-1-1.

The City of Calgary is partnering with residents and business owners in an effort to remove graffi ti from private property. Under the program, residents can call 3-1-1 to report graffi ti on their property. They will be asked to pay a $25 fee and sign a waiver granting a City contractor

permission to remove the graffi ti. There is a $100 removal fee for businesses. All revenue will be reinvested into the program.

For more information, visit calgary.ca/bylawservices or call Laura Shott at 403-268-1880.

A Fascinating Novel in the Le Carré Tradition

Book of the Month

If you haven’t read a recent book by the master of suspense and intrigue, John Le Carré, you cer-tainly won’t be disappointed in A Most Wanted Man (Penguin Group). This is the 21st book by the internationally best-selling novelist and former spy, and the author hasn’t lost any of his edge.

This novel is set in post 9-11 Hamburg, Germany and the focus is on an illegal Muslim “refugee” burdened with a less than honorable inheritance from his Russian father. Issa, the 23-year-old’s young female lawyer, a prominent private banker, and a Muslim spiritual leader all become the focus of an intense, multi-country intelligence operation. The insights in this book will have you shaking your head in disbelief.

Celebrate Earth Day on April 22Today, Earth Day is celebrated by more than one billion people around the globe. What are you doing to reduce your footprint?

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In Our CityCrowfoot LibraryTax Clinic at Your Library:• Sat. Apr. 3, 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Drop-in for free, one-on-one help with your tax return. First-come, fi rst-serve. In partnership with the Poverty Reduction Coalition, United Way. No registration required.The Garden Path:• Sat. Apr. 10, 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Learn about community gardening in Calgary. Bring your questions and get practi-cal gardening tips. Presented by The Garden Path Society and Community Garden Resource Network.

Our renewal limit on everything has increased from 2 to 4 renewals.

Check out the great Consumer Health Information data bases in a variety of languages on our website. Just go to calgarypubliclibrary.com, E-Library and Health and Wellness and you’ll fi nd Consumer Health Information in Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Hindi and other languages.

Visit www.calgarypubliclibrary.com for more information on these programs. Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted.

Bowness Library

It All Adds UpFrank and Mickey Jo have put together a simple, but really good math site, www.themathplace.org. Maybe a problem using the Greedy Bear Story will be a good thing to tackle with your little one. Or try some videos and presentations on tougher topics—from fractal drawing to the chaos game. It all adds up to some good brain food.

New Spring/Summer Program Guides: available for pick-up and online in late April. Registration starts April 26.

Programs for Adults:Career Basics, Resume • Development: Mon. Apr. 5, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Programs for Families:Drop-In Family Storytime: • Sat. Apr. 10 – May 15, 11:00 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. Ages 2 to 5 with a parent/caregiver. No registration required.

Visit www.calgarypubliclibrary.com for more information on these programs. Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted.

What’s Up with the Bunny and Eggs?The original Easter bunny was associated with the Pagan equinox festival. The Saxons celebrated their goddess of spring and fertility in April. She was named Eastre. Eastre's sacred animal was the hare, or rabbit—one of the most common symbols of fertility and rebirth.

The colored eggs have an ancient origin, and are also associated with fertility and springtime festivals. Ancient Romans and Greeks used eggs in celebrating resurrected gods. The egg is also prominent in the Jewish rituals of Passover. The roasted egg on the seder table is a symbol of springtime and rebirth.

Corny But TrueThe rich color of blue corn is all • natural.Blue corn is one of the oldest variet-• ies of corn and one of the oldest vegetables.Its dark hue acts like a protective sun • block and allows the corn to retain more nutrients.

News Canada. www.tostitos.ca.

The Origins of Google—the word

OK, so we “googled” this one.

Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin named the search engine they built "Google," a play on the word "googol," the mathematical term for a 1 followed by 100 zeros.

Family Food Safety

Sign-Up for Recalls and Allergy Alerts A new food safety website at www.HealthyCanadians.gc.ca provides a current list of food recalls, and offers an e-mail service.

Three warnings are provided: Health Hazard Alert: recalled food • identifi ed as high-risk (can lead to serious illness or death).Allergy Alert: recalled food that may • contain an undeclared allergen such as milk, nuts or eggs. Consumer Advisory: a potential food • safety issue being investigated.

News Canada

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It’s Motorcycle Season!With spring in the air and with summer fast approaching, many Calgarians are hauling their motorcycles out of the garage for another fun season of riding. That’s why the Traffi c Section of the Calgary Police Service wants to make sure that bikers of all ages and skill levels are riding safely.

“Starting in May, with the weather and road conditions improving, many motorcyclists are getting their bikes out after having them put away for fi ve or six months,” says Const. Mike O’Connor, co-ordinator of the Selective Traffi c Enforcement Program (STEP). “We want to make sure their skills are sharpened a little, reminding them that it’s not like driving a car which you can do all-year-round. You get on your bike after a period away from it, and some skills might have become rusty.”

The STEP program focuses on issues and/or locations that have been identifi ed as problematic by the Traffi c Section, and works to raise awareness of traffi c safety-related issues. In May, STEP focused on motorcycle safety, but O’Connor says raising awareness

of motorbike safety is an ongoing effort for the CPS.

“At the beginning of the season, we tend to have a few more motorcycle collisions,” he says. “I think we can attribute that to a couple of things. Again, the cyclists are rusty, and they may be a little over-exuberant or enthusiastic and they get out there and maybe go a little too fast and practice some unsafe driving habits.”

But it’s not only the bikers who have to be diligent now that the summer driving season is upon us.“We have hundreds of thousands of motorists out there who haven’t seen the bikes for six months and they forget about them,” says O’Connor. “You have to pay attention, shoulder check, and you need to look around before changing lanes or making turns. Many of our collisions happen because people turn in front of a motorcyclist, or change lanes without shoulder checking.

“And motorcyclists have to remember that they have to be seen, and that can be diffi cult when they’re zipping in and

In Our Cityout of traffi c. They’re a small target and drivers can sometimes misjudge distance and speed because of the size of the bike – they’re smaller and can accelerate like crazy.” O’Connor says often all a motorcyclist needs to brush up his or her skills is to spend a few minutes riding around a parking lot.

“We encourage them to go out and practice,” he says. “Even if it’s just for a half hour or an hour, just to practice some of the manoeuvres they haven’t been doing for awhile.”O’Connor says many driving schools and the Calgary Safety Council can also help motorcyclists brush up their skills.

The STEP program has raised awareness regarding potential trouble areas and trouble spots ever since its inception, and it works. On the Deerfoot Trail, for example, there has been a noticeable improvement in driver habits for months after a campaign, O’Connor says.

STEP considers educating the public about traffi c safety issues is more important than giving tickets or levying fi nes.

Calgary Police Services

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In Our CityAlliance for Active Aging Signature Events

An Evening of Art and Wine:

WHEN: Friday, April 16th, 7:00 pm to 9:00 p.m.

WHERE: Silver Springs Community Association,5720 Silver Ridge Drive NW, 403-288-2616

WHAT: Features the Bow West Artists’ Collection with over 30 local artists showing and offering their original artwork at reasonable pricing. You’ll also have an opportunity to win door prizes. Art show to continue Saturday10am – 3pm.

COST: Cash wine bar

Mix and Mingle:

WHEN: Saturday, June 12th, 1:00 pm to 3:00 p.m.

WHERE: Scenic Acres Community Association,8825 Scurfi eld Drive NW403-547-9589

WHAT: Enjoy the music of a live band and even participate in the amateur hour. Everyone welcome!

COST: TBD

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Real EstateIs Now the Time to Purchase a Home?

“Should we jump in now or wait to see if the market is still dropping”.

Well, you may have already missed the bottom. People are feeling more confi dent about the economy which means fi xed mortgage rates will increase. The Bank of Canada will also be increasing the prime lending rate soon.

The banks and governments are also encouraging new home buyers to take action. The banks have decided to create quite a few programs to motivate the home purchaser, such as No Down Payment. The banks call it a cash back to mortgage. And Quick Close Specials. These super low rates

are offered to homes that you take possession of within 30 days.

Besides a drop in the prime lending rate to a historic 2.25% the government offered some major incentives to the fi rst time home buyer. The “fi rst – time home buyers” RRSP plan enables you to withdraw up to $25,000 from an RRSP without penalty provide you pay this back to your RRSP within 15 years. There is also a new fi rst-time home buyers’ $750.00 credit towards closing costs. (www.fi n.gc.ca)

Interest rates are on the move once again and house prices are also increasing. So for those waiting for

the bottom...it seems to have come and is sailing away. Now, I’m not saying the deals are gone, just that is there is no bottom to wait for anymore. Get in now as your property will only increase in value and the interest rate you see now will be gone soon.

Vic Cotton, Mortgage Associate, MyMortgage.ca

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Canadians have some impressive fi nancial goals for 2010. Consider the following, taken from a poll conducted on behalf of Edward Jones in Canada:• 48% plan to pay down debt; of this

group, 13% want to pay down their mortgage faster.

• 20% plan to increase their

contributions to an investment account, with 10% saying they will contribute more to their Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Paying down your mortgage and saving for retirement are two worthy goals. But can you work toward them at the same time? Ask yourself: Is it a wise move to make extra mortgage payments or should I put that money into my RRSP instead? Let’s consider the pros and cons of making larger-than-necessary mortgage payments. First, the “pro” side:• You’ll pay less in interest over the

long term. Over the course of a few decades, the interest you pay on your mortgage could equal, or exceed, the mortgage amount itself. The sooner you pay off your mortgage, the less you’ll pay in interest.

• You’ll realize more equity when you

sell your home. The less you owe on your house, the greater the equity in your pocket when you sell it.

Financial FocusSpeed Up Mortgage Payments or Contribute to an RRSP?

• You could get a psychological benefi t. If you can pay off your mortgage, you may feel as though a burden has been lifted.

Now, let’s examine the “cons” of paying down your mortgage early:• You might sacrifi ce investment

returns. If you paid off a fi xed-rate mortgage of 5%, you are essentially “earning” a 5% return. But if you could fi nd an investment — such as the securities held inside your RRSP — that earned more than 5%, you might be better off putting your money there. Of course, there’s no guarantee on the earnings you’ll get from your RRSP, but your returns will, in effect, be boosted by the RRSP’s tax-deferred environment. Furthermore, you get an immediate tax break on your annual contributions.

• You’ll tie up cash in an illiquid

investment. If your employment should be threatened or you face some large, unexpected expenses, you may need quick access to a large amount of cash — and it’s harder to get money out of your home than it is from your savings and investments.

• You’ll risk being under-diversifi ed.

If you put all your money in your

house, and the housing market slumps, your net worth might suffer more than if you had spread your money among a variety of assets, such as stocks, bonds and mutual funds. While diversifi cation, by itself, cannot guarantee a profi t or protect against loss, it can help reduce the effects of volatility.

Clearly, paying down your mortgage early offers some signifi cant benefi ts — but it could also incur some signifi cant costs, particularly in the area of saving for retirement. And since you could be retired for two or three decades, you may want to take full advantage of your RRSP, your Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and other retirement savings vehicles. Ultimately, the mortgage-versus-retirement question is a highly personal one and does not lend itself to easy solutions. But it’s not necessarily an either-or situation. You could, for example, increase your RRSP contribution and use your tax refund to make an extra mortgage payment each year. It’s your choice — so make it a good one.

Provided By Kevin Baer,Financial advisor in NW Calgary

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Scenic Acres Community Association MembershipHere is what membership gives you:1. Special events - Stampede Breakfast, Movie in the

Park, Bubble Gum Boogie, Community Christmas Party to name a few...

2. Scenic Review monthly newsletter and electronic distribution of time sensitive information.

3. Police And Community Telephone message distribution via e-mail.

4. Upkeep and improvements to the community centre and facilities.

5. Tree maintenance and Community clean ups.6. Wide variety of programming with reduced rates for

members.7. Discount on community facility rentals.8. Fence painting and other neighbourhood

beautifi cation projects.9. Stay & Play and Park & Play programs over the

summer.10. Administration and fi eld bookings for sports

programs.11. Clubs: Seniors, Craft, Quilting etc.Your community association needs your support even if you don’t make use of the programs they offer, because you benefi t from the work of your community association.• Your membership fee supports affordable, local

programs that help keep you community healthy and attractive to old and new residents alike.

• Children learn social and leadership skills through community programs, which help them to become responsible, productive adults.

• If your neighbourhood is faced with a planning issue, from transportation to zoning, your community association can help protect the interests of the community.

• Finally, the cost of building and maintaining community facilities is considerable. Your membership fees are an important part of your community association.

The annual membership fee has only increased by $5 since 1987. At $30 per year that’s $2.50 per month, not much more than a cup of coffee! That’s a deal!

Support your community association today.Memberships can be purchased in person at the

SACA offi ce, by mail or on-line. Please go to www.calgaryarea.com, select NW, then Scenic Acres, for

more information.

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