Hello, Ward 1!
As we head into our snowy season, I’d like to remind everyone to take extra caution on our streets and pathways. Help keep yourself and others safe by slowing down and staying alert to vehicles and pedestrians.
This month we recognize Remembrance Day. I invite all Ward 1 residents to consider attending a Remembrance Day service in honour of those who have defended our country, whether here in Ward 1 or elsewhere across the city.
Budget Adjustments
Later this month, Council will debate adjustments to The City’s budget for the upcoming year. As part of this year’s adjustments, Council is considering additional investments in a number of programs, like Transit safety and the housing strategy.
The budget that Council approved last year will already require The City to collect more in taxes in 2024. It will simply not be possible to fund all of these investments while keeping taxes reasonable.
It’s important I hear from Ward 1 residents about what we need to prioritize. Visit calgary.ca/ward1 to learn more about the proposed investments and to submit your feedback.
Residential Parking Permits
As part of budget adjustments, Council will also be reconsidering the fee structure for residential parking permits this month. The implementation of fees was delayed earlier this year to allow time for Calgarians to request a review of the parking restrictions in their areas.
Visit calgary.ca/ward1 to get the latest information on these changes or to share your comments.
Snow and Ice
When snow stops falling, The City begins its seven-day snow plan. The City prioritizes major routes and pedestrian areas with a high volume of traffic, followed by major community and Transit routes. The City will also level ruts in residential areas as needed, but does not clear snow from residential streets.
Visit calgary.ca/snow to learn more about snow and ice clearing and to see current road conditions. Visit calgary.ca/311 or call 311 or report a concern.
Ward 1 – Councillor Sonya Sharp proudly serves the following Communities: Bowness, Crestmont, Greenwood-Greenbriar, Rocky Ridge, Royal Oak, Royal Vista, Scenic Acres, Silver Springs, Tuscany, Valley Ridge, Varsity Acres
