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  • RKHCA Board Meeting Minutes:

    • NOTE:  Board Meetings will be held on the 2nd Wed of the month @ 7:00pm at Union Station (restaurant side) until Skate Shack construction complete.

    Sep/11 Oct/11 Nov/11 Dec/11 Jan/12 Feb/12 Mar/12 Apr/12 May/12 Jun/12

    RKHCA Annual General Meeting was held on Jun16/11.  For an update Board & Volunteer list visit our Contacts page.  AGM documents include:  2011 Audited Financial Statements and draft AGM Minutes.

    Jul/10  Aug/10  Sep/10  12Oct10  30Oct10 Nov/10  Dec/10  Jan/11  Feb/11  Mar/11  Apr/11 May/11 Jun/11 AGM,(Jun16/11)

  • The RKHCA Development Committee has submitted comments to the City Land Use Planning & Policy team with respect to the Draft Marda Loop Area Redevelopment Plan (ARP).  While generally supportive of the changes, the Committee expressed the following concerns:

    • 1.  Permitted Height - The proposed 16 m height allowance for new development along the north side of 33rd Ave would block significant sunlight to homes across the back alley as illustrated in the attached shadow diagrams.

         Shadow 16m Oct     Shadow 16m Nov     Shadow 16m Dec

    The Committee proposed a reduction in the permissable height to 12 m.

         Shadow 12m Oct     Shadow 12m Nov     Shadow 12m Dec

    2.  Walkability - Asked if curb extensions at intersections and the elimination of curb cuts could be considered as a means to increasing walkability

    3.  Traffic/Transit/Parking - These topics were all considered out of scope for the design review.  The last significant traffic study was completed in 2000 and states that 33rd & 34th Avenues were operating over capacity.  The 2005 Marda Loop Traffic Study addressed some streetscape improvements but did not adequately address traffic volume/mobility concerns. Asked that resources be directed to better understanding the impact and street design elements required to support the proposed mixed use density.

    4.  Finally asked if the neighbouring Community Associations would have the same development notification and opportunity for review should an independent Marda Loop ARP be accepted.

    If you have any concerns or questions regarding the proposed changes, please contact your RKHCA Development Committee at 403-249-8385 or at development@richmondknobhill.ca.

  • On Jun13/11 revised Land Use Bylaw - Permitted Use Semi Detached Rules were presented to City Council for approval.  Under permitted use contextual rules neither the Community Association nor affected neighbours are invited to comment on the proposed development. The City of Calgary Development Authority will review the application and if the application meets the requirements of the permitted used rules a permit will be issued.  
    • RKHCA was an active participant in the community consultation process on the expectation that the new rules will govern a significant amount of future development in our community.  Council passed the Permitted Use Semi-Detached Rules with no additional changes. RKHCA was thanked for their work and input through the process.

    Read the RKHCA Jun13/11 Presentation to City Council and requested amendments.  

    Read the RKHCA Dec6/10 Presentation to City Council or watch the YouTube video. RKHCA presents at approx. 3:19:30 time.  Council send the proposed rules back to Administration for further community consultation.  

  • Funding is in place for the new Skate Shack.  We are proceeding from concept drawings to architectual plans.  The next stage will be obtaining the necessary permits and approvals from the City.  The old shack will be demolished in the Spring and a new 'shack' built in the same location.  The new building will incorporate an equipment garage, community flex room, filing/storage room, accessible washroom, attic storage and covered outdoor skate change/BBQ area.  Click to view detailed project specs.


  • Work to restore the Richmond Knob Hill Habitation Markers begins.  Follow the progress on Ruth's blog.  

    • For more information read the enclosed article from the September edition of The Review.  

    Thank you to local business, Anilin Decorating, for their donation of stain for the reburishing effort.  Anilin has been a long time supporter of community projects.  We hope you will find ways to support their business.  Also special thanks to the Calgary Foundation and the Friends of the Federation of Calgary Communities for their support.                         


  • Private Graffiti Abatement Program - The City of Calgary will partner with residents and business owners in an effort to remove graffiti from private property.  Under the program, residents will call 3-1-1 to report graffiti on their property.  They will be asked to pay a $25 fee and sign a waiver granting a City contractor permission to remove the graffiti.  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.

  • Local businesses support membership drive by offering coupons/discounts to new and renewing members. Watch for further updates on Membership Sponsors page.  Please support the businesses who so generously support our community.

    • Federation of Calgary Communities

    The Federation of Calgary Communities is an organization committed to the provision of effective, efficient services that enhance the ability of community associations to provide necessary services. While officially incorporated in 1961 under the Societies Act, the Federation has actually worked for over fifty years in the coordination of services required by community associations.

    The Federation of Calgary Communities is one of the few organizations in Canada to enable the partnering of public and private sectors with community-based organizations, to deliver services that increasingly make a difference in the lives of residents.

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