ERepairs to our community hall are finally underway. The fire at the end of November caused over $300,000 in damage to the building and contents and resulted in our inability to rent the facility. Damage assessment and insurance appraisals were followed by preparation of a repair plan, tendering of the work, contractor selection, and the need to obtain a variety of permits from the City before repair work could commence in early April. Having had our community hall closed for the past six months has been difficult for the BRCA and the many groups that use the facility. We hope the repairs will be completed in time for the BRCA Annual General Meeting on June 7.
As we have come to expect in our community, many businesses, organizations, and neighbours came forward following the fire to offer support and assistance, all of which we were most thankful for. I would particularly like to thank JEMM Properties (The Bridge), Calgary Buddhist Temple, LDV Pizza Bar, Bridgeland Crossings, the Italian Cultural Centre, and Centre Street Church for stepping forward to provide space for BRCA meetings and other events that could not be held in the hall.
A sure indication that spring has arrived is the “green” content of this issue of Bridges. You will find articles and notices regarding the annual Plant Share, the CNIB Secret Garden, growing food, and the resumption of the popular Bridgeland Walks program. I hope you can find time to get outside and enjoy seeing our neighbourhood bloom.
We hope to see you at the AGM.
BRCA Annual General Meeting:
Wednesday June 7, 2023, at 7:00 pm
BRCA Community Hall – 917 Centre Street NE
You will find further information at brcacalgary.org.
Alex MacWilliam
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