September marked the completion of Phase 1 of an extensive
HVAC mechanical update reflecting new City-wide air quality code upgrades. A
second phase will be undertaken in the summer of 2027. Users of the Hall will
notice some air distribution changes providing an industrial look due to the
retrofit nature of working with an existing building initially constructed in
the late 1950s. These projects will be primarily funded through grants from the
City and Province with supple-mental supporting costs financed through our Casino
proceeds. Many Community Hall buildings in the city of equal vintage are
experiencing similar projects.
We started the season of events with a family friendly
Oktoberfest BBQ on Saturday, September 26 featuring outdoor games, face
painting, live music, beer garden, and German style pretzels and bratwurst. At
the writing of this report, I can only wish the event enjoyed positive weather
and participation. If you enjoyed the event or have suggestions for next year,
please let us know ([email protected]). It is through feedback that we
can plan for future events that residents enjoy and support. Future programs
including our Lego contest (November) plus our January Polar Party will be
detailed in our website and in future newsletter publications.
Our Farmers’ Market held its last summer session on October
6. It was a successful season, and we wish to thank the community residents and
non-residents for their support of these local vendors. We are reviewing
details and scheduling to again provide an indoor Farmers Market this winter.
The Summer Market will return next year starting in May 2027.
We continue to remind residents that the speed limits in
residential alleyways are 20 km/h. Over the summer we have witnessed some
excess speeds which put at risk families maintaining their proper-ties, dog
walking or simply accessing the alleyways to enter or exit their houses. We ask
for your care and patience.
While we continue to encourage residents to become involved
with their community by volunteering to help at events and ultimately
considering joining our Board and participating in decisions affecting the
community, we currently have an urgent need for someone interested in Planning
and Development. In this position you will review all Development Permit
applications for building new single or multi-unit structures as well as
developing policies with the Board and City planners for the future development
of Cambrian Heights. If you are interested in exploring this position, please
contact us at [email protected] for more information.
Daryl Connolly
President CHCA
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