“And what is so rare
as a day in June? Then, if ever, come perfect days.” That’s Chaucer’s summation
of June and he goes on to describe the new blooms and bird songs that we look forward
to on a June day. In Edgemont, the grass is green, the summer displays will be on
show, and our community centre is humming with wedding activities. By the way, if
you are planning any events, consider the community centre as a venue. We have different
room sizes, reasonable price points, and the staff will be happy to help you put
your plans in action.
June is a time when
individuals and communities are in the throes of spring cleanup. Once the snow has
melted, we are faced with the litter that has accumulated over winter. Keep in mind
that there are appropriate ways to dispose of that litter. Green bins are being
dumped once a week and organic yard waste can be placed in your green bin. If you
want to know where to get rid of waste and other junk, go to https://www.calgary.ca/waste/what-goes-where/default.html.
The website explains what to put in the garbage, what goes in the blue and green
bins, and what items can be taken to recycling sites. It is important to make sure
that hazardous waste, chemicals and paint are handled appropriately so as not to
injury anyone or pollute our neighbourhood.
Do we have any amateur
detectives among our residents? We could use your help. An ongoing problem not just
in Edgemont but in Calgary as a whole is illegal dumping. In Edgemont, this is a
problem particularly in the Edgeburn Lane development. Illegal dumping has consequences.
It creates safety concerns and makes common areas harder to enjoy. If you observe
debris or dumped material that needs to be cleaned up:
·
Take a picture of the debris or dumped material
·
Record
the address of where you have observed debris or dumped material
·
Call
3-1-1 or report online or report using the 3-1-1 app
If you witness someone
in the act of dumping,
·
Write
down as much information as you can including license plate number, description
of the vehicle, people, and items being dumped. The time the incident happened,
and the location
·
Take
a photo if you are able and it is safe to do so
·
Call
3-1-1 or report online
·
Provide
your name, address, phone number and the details of your concern in case your testimony
is required in court.
If the perpetrator
can be identified, the city will issue a warning notice to have the situation remedied,
and if the perpetrator fails to take action, a violation ticket may be issued. (Reference:
https://www.calgary.ca/bylaws/illegal-dumping.html?redirect=/dumping)
Now for some thanks
to those who helped with ECA events in May. We tried something different to recognize
Mother’s Day. There was a little magic in the air. Thanks to Jymi and her team of
volunteers who put this together. Thanks to Craig Lamb and Matthew Halladay Real
Estate Professionals Inc., Compass Rose Care and City of Calgary for their sponsorships.
Thanks to the magic of Christopher Cool for entertaining us!
Finally, keep your
eyes open for new flags going up on some of the Edgemont light poles. The winning
designs went to production in June, and we expect the flags to go on display in
late summer. Thank you to those who sent in their entries with ideas on celebrating
Edgemont. The winners were announced at the Annual General Meeting on May 20 but
are not available at the time of the publication of this issue.
Have a safe and joyful
summer.
Pamela Wilson
President
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