ÿþ<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.1//EN"> <html> <head> <meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html" charset="iso-8859-1" /> <meta name="apple-mobile-web-app-capable" content="yes"> <link rel="stylesheet" href="../styles/hifi.css" charset="iso-8859-1" /> <link rel="stylesheet" href="../styles/generic.css" charset="iso-8859-1" /> <link rel="icon" href="../images/acl.ico" /> <title>Argyll Community League | News Page</title> <meta name="description" content="The Argyll community is the smallest residential area within the City of Edmonton. It is located between the forks of Mill Creek Ravine as if begins its journey north to the river. Residents enjoy the very quiet neighbourhood. The Argyll Community League has been in continuous existence since 1956 and operates the Community League hall. The neighbourhood playground is located adjacent to the community hall. 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The impulse dies away without the sympathy of the community."</p> <p>&mdash; William James</p></div> <p class="masthead">Current News</p> <p class="subhead">&hellip; as of Thursday, May 10, 2012</p> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <menu compact="compact"> <li><a href="#meals"><b>Grow-a-Row</b> for Edmonton</a> <li><a href="#camps">Summer Program at <b>Argyll</b></a></li> <li><a href="#casino">Casino appreciation <b>BBQ</b></a></li> <li><a href="#lrt">LRT Public Meetings &ndash; <b>New dates</b></a></li> <li><a href="#playground">Playground Upgrade plans</a></li> <li><a href="#hood">Robin Hood Project</a></li> <li><a href="#ejca">Japanese <b>Disaster Relief</b></a></li> <li><a href="#dogs">Responsible Dog Ownership</a></li> <li><a href="#yard">Back Yard <b>Safety</b></a></li> <!-- <li><a href="#7">Garbage Pick Up</a></li> <li><a href="#4">Snow Shoveling Safety</a></li> <li><a href="#snowangels">Become a Snow Angel this winter</a></li> --> </menu> <br> <!-- <p class="bigred">Casino</p> <img src="images/casino.jpg" alt="casino" align="right" border="2" hspace="10" vspace="4" width="" height="" /> <P>Volunteers are, sometimes, unable to follow through on the day they offered to work and we are always looking for someone to replace them at the last minute.</P> <p>We need four (4) Alternate/Backup Volunteers</p> <p>Should someone report themselves as unavailable on the date of the casino we would like to have other people available to substitute at the last minute. You can call Alice and put your name in for an "alternate" position to be called up in the case of a substitution. The forms and signatures need to be in place before the Casino date.</p> <p>Please phone <b>Alice Mah &mdash; 780.465.7687</b> for all the details.</p> <p><small>All volunteers require government issued photo ID (e.g. driver's license) to work in the casino.</small></p> <p><i>Casino Dates:</i><br> Wednesday and Thursday &ndash; <big><b>February 8 &amp; 9, 2012</b></big><BR> <i>Location:</i><br> <big>Casino Edmonton</big> &mdash; 7055 &ndash; Argyll Road</p> --> <a name="meals"> </a> <h2>Feed a Community &mdash; Start with a Seed</h2> <p>Edmonton Meals on Wheels is asking local gardeners and farmers to plant an extra row of produce this year. The annual <b>Grow a Row</b> campaign allows Edmonton Meals on Wheels to provide fresh, local meals to seniors and housebound Edmontonians.</p><img src="images/meals_on_wheels.jpg" alt="meals_on_wheels" align="right" width="400" height="204" border="1" hspace="20" vspace="4" /> <p>Donated produce (<i>rhubarb, beets, squashes, zucchini, carrots, potatoes, etc.</i>) and herbs are accepted throughout the entire growing season. These items are then added to the <b>250&ndash;500 meals</b> that Meals on Wheels produces each weekday. They also help Meals on Wheels clients to eat local while the ingredients keep Meals on Wheels meals fresh. As the cost of groceries continues to rise each year, Meals on Wheels is becoming more dependent on the community's generosity to help manage these costs.</p> <p>Those with a green thumb are also welcome to pick up a bag of compostable items (vegetable peelings) from Meals on Wheels that can be added to compost and used as fertilizer in gardens.</p> <p>Produce can be dropped off at Meals on Wheels at <b>11111 103 Avenue</b> weekdays between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM.</p> <p>Call <big>780.429.2020</big> and visit their site for more <a href="http://edmontonmealsonwheels.forwardtomyfriend.com/r-uywjutht-5A7B821E-ddkdjul-l-d" target="_blank" /><b>information.</b></a></p> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <a name="casino"> </a> <h2>Family Appreciation Barbeque &ndash; July 06th</h2> <p>For the Volunteers at our Argyll Community League Casino we are hosting a Family BBQ. Everyone who volunteered is welcome to bring their family and enjoy an afternoon dinner together. The barbeque is at the Hall on <b>Saturday, July 7th, 2012</b>.</p> <p>We begin at <b>4:30 PM</b> with supper ready somewhere around <b>5:30 PM.</b> Please let Alice know by Friday, June 29th how many adults and children will be attending. You can call her at 780.465.7687 with your information.</p> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <a name="camps"> </a> <h2>Register your child for Day Camp Fun</h2> <p>Join us for some fun this summer at Argyll Community League Hall. This year's program is called; <h3>Ultimate Adventure Race</h3> <p>Are you up for the ultimate adventure? Each day you will discover new skills, such as outdoor cooking. Be creative to help your team maneuver around road blocks and explore detours. Finish the week with an exciting field trip in your quest for adventure.</p> <img src="images/daycamps.jpg" alt="daycamps" width="400" height="200" border="1" align="right" hspace="20" vspace="4" /> <p>WHEN: July 09 &ndash; 13<br /> WHO: Children 8 &ndash; 12 years old<br /> HOW MUCH: $123.00<br /> Course Code: 451806</p> <p><big><b>Register Now! &nbsp;Space is limited</b></big></p> <p>By Phone &mdash; <b>Call 311</b><br /> Online: at <b><a href="http://eReg.edmonton.ca" target="_blank"> RegEdmonton</a></b> <br /> Or in person at any <b>City of Edmonton Leisure Centre</b>.</p> <br /> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <a name="lrt"> </a> <h2>LRT Meetings &mdash; May &amp; June</h2> <p><b>LRT Community Conversations</b></p> <p>All members of the public are invited to join <em>Community Conversations</em> about the Preliminary Design for the Southeast to West LRT line.</p> <p>Public Involvement for this phase will include all 27 km of the line. Understanding this is a large area, and that stakeholders will have specific interests and concerns, the City has broken the meetings into six consultation areas. Information sharing and consultation on the entire 27 km will be a part of every meeting in every area, but each meeting will be tailored to the specific area it's in.</p> <p>The meetings will include <b>information stations</b> and <b>table discussions</b> about how the Southeast to West LRT will integrate within each community along the line.</p> <p>All meetings will be from <b>6:00 to 9:00 PM</b> with presentations beginning at 6:30 PM.</p> <p>Find Your <a href="http://edmonton.us4.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=7f5fec92b3704efec7186953b&id=928959a905&e=0e31266766" target="_blank" />Consultation Area</a> <br><br> Read the <a href="http://edmonton.us4.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=7f5fec92b3704efec7186953b&id=e57863fd33&e=0e31266766" target="_blank" />Meeting Agenda</a></p> <p class="bigred" align="center">Next Round of Public Meetings &ndash; May &amp; June 2012</p> <!-- <p><big><big><b>Next Round of Public Meetings</b></big></big></p> --> <p>All meetings will be held from <b>5:00 PM &ndash; 8:00 PM</b>, so you are welcome to drop in at a time which suits you. Meetings will include info stations and boards about how the SE to W LRT will integrate with communities.</p> <p><b>Stage 3 Area 1: Mill Woods Town Centre &mdash; Whitemud Drive</b></p> <dl> <dt>Thursday, May 31, 2012</dt> <dd>South Edmonton Alliance Church, 6508 31 Avenue</dd> </dl></p> <p><b>Stage 3 Area 2: Whitemud Drive &mdash; Argyll Road</b></p> <dl> <dt>Tuesday, June 05, 2012</dt> <dd>W.P. Wagner School, 6310 Wagner Rd</dd> </dl></p> <p><b>Stage 3 Area 3: Argyll Road &mdash; Strathearn</b></p> <dl> <dt>Thursday, June 07, 2012</dt> <dd>Four Points by Sheraton South, 7230 Argyll Road</dd> </dl></p> <p><b>Stage 3 Area 4: Strathearn &mdash; City Centre West</b></p> <dl> <dt>Thursday, June 14, 2012</dt> <dd>Old Timers Cabin, 9430 Scona Rd</dd> </dl></p> <p><b>Stage 3 Area 5: City Centre West &mdash; 149 Street</b></p> <dl> <dt>TBA &ndash; November 2012</dt> <dd>St Vincent School, 10530 - 138 Street</dd> </dl></p> <p><b>Stage 3 Area 6: 149 Street &mdash; Lewis Farms Transit Centre</b></p> <dl> <dt>TBA &ndash; November 2012</dt> <dd>West End Christian Reformed Church, 10015 149 Street</dd> </dl></p> <br> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <a name="playground"> </a> <h2>Playground Conservation</h2> <p>We have received information recently which explains some upgrades to the playground which are being planned for our playground. The City's Infrastructure Services Department will be making some changes to the play equipment particularly in the area where our smallest residents usually play. I have been told the small "house" structure will remain in place but most of the changes are to this area of the playground.</p> <img src="images/neighbourhood/playground.jpg" alt="playground" width="350" height="200" align="right" border="1" hspace="20" vspace="4" /> <p>Romeo Zoldan (Parks Leader) for the Services Branch explained where they will remove two old track rides and to install two new ones (free standing) with landing platforms. These are the rolling handles which children dangle from and slide across from one platform to another. The existing track rides are structurally deteriorating.</p> <p>They will also be removing the wooden stepped platform area in the tot section of the playground and replacing it with two (2) new tot spring toys. These are usually devices on which a smaller child can ride and wobble back and forth on a spring base. The tot stepped platform is no longer considered to have much play value.</p> <p>During construction, the immediate area will be barricaded in just the areas where the work will be done. All of the other playground activities will be available. They anticipate late fall of 2012 for construction and up to three (3) weeks duration (barring weather issues).</p> <p>If there is further information about these plans I will post those updates here.</p> <br /> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <a name="hood"> </a> <h2>The Robin Hood Project</h2> <p>The Robin Hood Project is dedicated to stopping child prostitution and preventing this from being an option for poverty stricken families, by helping to improve their standard of life. All these families need is a chance to be able to earn a decent living so that they don't have to resort to selling their children for money. They aim to do this by equipping those families with the much needed skills, tools and equipment to be able to earn an income.</p> <p> Our organization will accept donations of: <ul> <li>clothing</li> <li>household goods</li> <li>bottles (cans, cartons, milk jugs, etc)</li> </ul></p> <p>They also offer a <b>junk removal service</b> to help raise funds. Junk removal includes two (2) volunteers who will do all the loading for you. They also do not charge GST and will recycle materials as much as possible. They claim to beat any competitors' price.</p> <p>To schedule a donation pickup, or to get a junk removal estimate, residents can call: <big><b>587.708.0755</b></big>.</p> <p>Supporting this organization in any of the above ways, will help them raise funds towards stopping child prostitution. There are millions of the world's children being forced into the sex trade market every year and we need to put an end to this.</p> <p><a href="mailto:robinhoodproject@rescueteam.com"><b>E-mail Contact</b></a> available for more information and details about their work.</p> <br /> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <a name="ejca"> </a> <p class="bigred">Japanese Disaster (1st Anniversary)</p> <p>We continue to support our Japanese Community Partners in their efforts to provide relief to both the earthquake and tsunami damaged areas of that country. Please consider lending your support to their effort at this time.</p> <p><b>Donations</b> to the Red Cross relief effort in Japan are being accepted at the community centre.<br> The <a href="http://www.ejca.org/" target="_blank">EJCA web site</a> also contains donation forms you can print if you want to send help yourself.</p> <br /> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <a name="dogs"> </a> <h2>Being a responsible Dog Owner</h2> <p>Our neighbourhood has many dogs living in it. We are also near a popular <b>"off-leash"</b> area where dogs are allowed to run free. Most of our residents are aware of the rules regarding the off leash area. Below are some tips from the EPS to being a responsible dog owner. If you see owners or dogs misbehaving in our neighbourhood you are encouraged to contact the police about them.</p> <ul> <li>Use a short leash, no more than 6 feet (2 meters) long if possible. This will keep the dog safe and close to you and whoever you are with or near. Off leash dogs are more likely to run off, bite other animals/humans or get hurt. Even if the dog is on a leash, keep them at least 32 feet away from sports fields, playgrounds and picnic areas. Failure to do so could net you a $100 fine.</li> <li>Failing to clean up after your dog can expose other people or pets to viruses and bacteria, not to mention the unpleasant experience of treading in it, Cleaning up after your dog means that the city remains a clean and attractive place for all. Failing to clean up after your dog can also net you a $100 fine.</li> <li>Keep your dog under control and consider the safety of others at all times. Failure to keep your dog under control can also net you a $100 fine.</li> </ul> <p>Have a great summer with your dog!</p> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <!-- <a name="agm"> </a> <h2>Annual General Meeting for Argyll Community League</a></h2> <h2>September 26th &mdash; 7:00 PM</h2> <p>Our annual meeting will be held in the meeting rooms of the community center. Anyone wishing to bring forward a concern or discuss an issue can attend. An agenda will be circulated at the meeting but items can be added at the start. All residents of Argyll are voting members of the community league.</p> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <a name="rink"> </a> <h2>Skating Rink</h2> <p>Apologies to everyone who was hoping (like I was) the weather would get just cold enough to support a small skating rink for the holidays. Although I still hold out hope the weather will get closer toward normal in the next week, the recent forecast continues to delay the making of ice.</p> <p>I'll put a notice up here if I manage to get some ice put in over the holidays. I can only shrug my shoulders and say that some years the weather just isn't going to be right.</p> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <a name="sat"> </a> <h2>Seniors Assisted Transportation Society (SATS)</h2> <p>The Seniors Assisted Transportation Society of Greater Edmonton provide rides to seniors so they can get to essential appointments, social engagements and to other events. The rides provided by SATS allow seniors to remain independent and active in the community. <p>SATS is currently looking for volunteer drivers to drive low income, elderly and frail seniors to medical appointments, personal errands and social engagements. Rides are provided on a voluntary basis, but the gas money is reimbursed.</p> <p></p><blockquote>$10.00 (round trip within 2 hours)<br> $20.00 (round trip within 4 hours)</blockquote></p> <p>SATS also requires office personnel to work one day a week from 10:00 AM &ndash; 4:00 PM. Office volunteers help SATS staff with booking and filling rides and with other projects.</p> <p><b>Why volunteer?</b></p> <p>It's a fun way to meet new people. It's an excellent opportunity to stay active and help seniors in your community.</p> <p>If you are interested please call Jacqueline at <b>780.732.1221</b>,<br> email her at <b>volunteers@satsofedmonton.org</b><br> or drop by their office (9907&ndash;108 Avenue).</p> <br/> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <a name="snow"> </a> <h2>Snow Shoveling Safety</h2> <p>Choose the correct size of shovel for you. A smaller shovel will require you to lift less snow at a time and reduce the strain on your body.</p> <p>Protect your back by lifting properly. As you lift the snow use your legs to provide the lift, tighten your stomach muscles to support your back, keep your back straight. Do not bend your back.</p> <p>When possible, push snow, don t lift it. Do not throw snow over your shoulder or to the side. Don t extend your arms when maneuvering a full shovel of heavy snow as this puts excess strain on your back muscles and too much weight on your spine.</p> <p>Pace yourself and take a break, especially if there s been a heavy snowfall; don t try to clear it away all at once.</p> <p>Proper dress for the weather and proper footwear for shoveling are also key things to remember.</p> <p>You can download a <b>brochure</b> with more details about snow shoveling safety <a href="pdfs/snowshovellingsafety.pdf" target="blank" /><b>HERE</b></a>. [94Kib]</p> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <a name="snowangels"> </a> <h2>Snow Angels can help with shovelling</h2> <img src="images/snowangel.png" alt="Young Snow Angel" align="right" hspace="2" width="200" height="200" border="0" /> <p><b>Need a Snow Angel?</b></p> <p>Unfortunately, the Snow Angels program is unable to match volunteers to people in need. If you are in need of assistance and would like to know which organizations provide shovelling services to residents, visit <a href="www.edmonton.ca/snowangels">www.edmonton.ca/snowangels</a> or <b>call 311.</b></p> <p><b>Do Your Part</b> <br>Become a Snow Angel</p> <p>Anyone can be a Snow Angel. All you need to do is shovel snow for a person in need in your neighbourhood. By doing so, you will help create a safer community for everyone to enjoy. You will also help people in need meet their responsibility to remove ice and snow from their sidewalks within 48 hours of a snowfall under the <i>Community Standards Bylaw</i>.</p> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="1" width="300" /> <br> <img src="images/can-sizes.jpg" alt="An example of what the proper containers look like." width="300" height="270" hspace="20" vspace="4" border="1" align="right" /> <h2><a name="7">Garbage Pick up</a></h2> <p>The City of Edmonton Waste Management Branch is asking people to look at getting the proper size of garbage container. Oversize garbage cans increase the risk of injury to waste collectors and are no longer being collected.</p> <p>Bylaw #13777 limits the size of a container to less than <b>100 litres.</b></p> <BR clear="right"> <br /> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="2" width="300" /> --> <a name="yard"> </a> <h2>Back Yard Safety Tips</h2> <p>With summer fast approaching, <b>Alberta Health Services EMS</b> would like to encourage parents to ensure their backyard play areas are made safe. Direct supervision is the best method to reduce the chance of injury. It is also prudent to ensure play equipment in your yard is suitable for the age and skill of the children using it. <img src="images/alberta_health_services.jpg" alt="alberta_health_services" align="right" border="1" hspace="20" vspace="4" width="300" height="120" />Don t forget to <b>check the equipment often</b> and repair any worn or broken parts. Set up play equipment on 8 to 12 inches of a shock-absorbing surface such as sand, wood chips, or pea gravel. Grass will not adequately cushion a fall.</p> <dl> <dt><b>Water Hazards</b></dt> <dd>Ensure all backyard swimming pools are fenced. The fence should be at least 1.5 meters (5ft) high and have a self- latching, self-closing, lockable gate.</dd> <dd>Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death among children ages one to four. Children can drown in just a few centemetres of water if it covers their mouth and nose.</dd> <br> <dt><b>Insect bites and stings</b></dt> <dd>Minimize the risk of attracting insects by not wearing strong perfumes or scented lotions.</dd> <dd>Avoid wearing brightly coloured clothing outdoors.</dd> <dd>Destroy or re-locate hives and nests situated near your home.</dd> <dd>To avoid a bite in case of accidentally stepping on a stinging insect always ensure you child wears shoes or sandals.</dd> </dl> <p>If your child has received an <b> EpiPenJr </b> prescription from your physician (for serious anaphylactic emergencies only) ensure they understand when and how to use it. If your child experiences a <b>severe reaction</b> to an insect sting, seek medical attention or call 9-1-1.</p> <br /> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="2" width="300" /> <p align="center"><a href="#top"><b>Return me to the top of the page</b></a></p> <hr align="center" noshade="noshade" size="2" width="300" /> <br /> <p>There is more local information on our <b>Contact page</b>.</p> <p>Our address is:<br> <ul compact="compact" type="none"> <li><b>Argyll Community Hall</b></li> <li>6750 - 88 Street</li> <li>Edmonton, AB&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;T6E 5H6</li> </UL></p> <br> <div id="banner"> <ul class="navbar"> <li class="here"><a href="./index.html">News</a></li> <li><a href="events/index.html">Events</a></li> <li><a href="issues/index.html">Issues</a></li> <li><a href="membership/index.html">Membership</a></li> <li><a href="contact/index.html">Contact</a></li> <li><a href="contact/biography.html">The Community</a></li> </ul> </div> <div id="footer">&copy; 2008-2012 Argyll Community League</div> </body> </html>