Summer is sending its last rays of warmth and it’s time for back to school, leaves turning lovely colours, possibly a few last rounds of golf, and then getting the fall perennials into the ground and the yard cleaned up. It’s a busy time of year and here’s a little roundup of what’s happening in your community this fall.
Welcome Back to School
Summer break is over, and children have returned to school. Whether walking, cycling, or driving, please be extra aware around crosswalks, bus stops, and school zones. Kids will be distracted with the novelty of getting back to friends and school after such a long absence, and they may not be thinking about traffic safety. They may possibly be wearing masks, and that can impact their peripheral vision.
Please remember to be extra mindful of speed limits and extra watchful for little ones, or distracted tweens and teens, who may not be thinking about watching for you and your vehicle.
Community Gardens
The gardens are growing well. Bob Hall and his team have finished adding a PVC hoop cover with netting to each of the beds to discourage marauding wildlife. The netting was pretty good at keeping most of this summer’s hail out, as well! Locks were also added to each of the plots, this summer. Community members who rented these beds in spring are enjoying a great harvest this season. If you are interested in participating in the Community Gardens, please contact Bob Hall via the Deer Ridge Community Garden, [email protected].
Membership
Deer Ridge Community Association Memberships are still only $15.00 annually. All family residents living in the same household are covered by a single membership purchase. Benefits of membership include hearing monthly reports directly from the City of Calgary, Calgary City Police, and the Province of Alberta at community association meetings, enjoyment of the many amenities and events offered in our community, a say in which amenities should be added or repaired, and most importantly, a voice in what happens in your community.
You may purchase your membership at any time of the year. Deer Ridge Community memberships may be purchased online, by using the form included in this newsletter, or on the Community Association membership page, https://deerridgeca.com/membership/.
Deer Ridge Community Association Meetings
The Deer Ridge Community Association Annual General Meeting will be held September 15 at Deer Park United Church, 77 Deerpoint Rd SE, Calgary, AB. There is plenty of room for social distancing, masks are required, and hand sanitizer will be provided. A virtual option may be provided, but only members physically in attendance can vote. Please watch our website for details.
Community Association meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month, from September through June each year. Regular monthly meetings, following the AGM, will be held October 20 and November 17. These meetings will be held either virtually or in-person, depending on provincial and local health guidelines. Updates will be posted on our website, https://deerridgeca.com.
