Annual General Meeting May 18, 2022

Agenda

All members are invited to attend

 

7:00 to 7:30 pm Question and Answers with Councillor Michael Janz

Call to order at 7:30 pm

  • Welcome by President and Introductions of Community League Board Members
  • Approval of AGM Agenda
  • Approval of June 10th, 2021 AGM minutes (as distributed)

President’s report

Treasurer’s report

Motion to accept the Annual Financial Statement for the fiscal year 2021/2022 

      • Bank balances as of Mar 31, 2022
        • General Fund
        • Restricted Fund (Casino)

Motion to approve the selection of auditors

Election of 2022-2023 Board of Directors (NRC to chair

  • President
  • Vice President
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer
  • Communications Director
  • Civics Director
  • Operations Director

General Business

  • Notice of next AGM – May or June 2023

Motion to Adjourn


For details on position responsibilities please review the Contact Us page

COVID Update 2

COVID-19 public health actions

As of March 1 Current Public Measures.

City of Edmonton repeals mask bylaw

On March 9, the City of Edmonton repealed its Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings bylaw.

Face coverings are no longer required except when using public transit, AHS-operated and contracted facilities and all continuing care settings.

The Government of Alberta has stated that privately operated businesses, which Leagues fall under, have the right to require masking in their spaces as they see fit.

The Government of Alberta has also stated that Albertans must do what is best for themselves and their family, which may include continuing to wear face coverings and practicing physical distancing.

  • Leagues are no longer required by law to have staff, volunteers and attendees wear face coverings while utilizing League amenities. 
  • Leagues can choose to require face-covering or masking. League or community members can also choose to wear face coverings.
  • A renter can choose to require face coverings for the duration of their rental, even if the League does not.
  • The Government of Alberta has stated that citizens cannot be discriminated against for choosing to continue to practice COVID mitigation measures.
  • Alberta Health Services, the EFCL and the City of Edmonton do not expect Leagues to deal with confrontations or upset patrons.
  • If a League or community member becomes confrontational, Leagues are encouraged to call the Edmonton Police Service’s non-emergency line at 780-423-4567 or #377 from an Edmonton cell phone. Call 911 if the situation escalates.

What measures are still in effect?

  • People who have COVID-19 symptoms or have tested positive are still legally required to isolate.
  • Fully vaccinated (two doses or one dose of Janssen vaccine): Starting the first day of symptoms or positive test, isolate for a minimum of five days or until symptoms resolve, whichever is longer. Following isolation, wear a mask at all times when around others outside of the home for up to five more days (10 total).
  • Not fully vaccinated (one dose or less): Starting the first day of symptoms or positive test, isolate for 10 days or until symptoms resolve, whichever is longer.
  • If you test negative and have symptoms, you should still stay home and away from others until symptoms resolve.

 

COVID Update

COVID-19 public health actions

As of March 1 Current Public Measures.

Frequently asked questions regarding the City of Edmonton’s Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings bylaw

Does a private wedding at a League Hall fall under the bylaw?

  • If the wedding ceremony is located at an indoor, publicly accessible venue or place of worship in Edmonton, the mask bylaw exempts the marriage officiant, wedding party, musical performers, and others directly participating in the service from wearing masks, as long as they remain distanced or separated by a physical barrier from all other attendees.
  • Masks must be worn again when distance from the general audience cannot be maintained. All others attending a wedding must wear masks.
Does a physical activity (like yoga or karate) held in the League hall require attendees to be masked?
  • Masks would be required when walking through the public common areas (like entry and exit points). However, there is an exemption when individuals are engaging in physical activity or eating or drinking while seated.
Will masks be required for religious ceremonies held in League halls?
  • Places of worship are included in the City of Edmonton’s Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw as they are enclosed buildings that members of the public have access to.
  • Masks are required by the general audience during an indoor, publicly accessible religious ceremony.
  • Those participating in the service or ceremony, such as faith leaders, musicians, and audience members eating or drinking as part of a rite or ceremony, are not required to wear masks as long as all those individuals remain distanced or separated by a physical barrier from the congregants and all other attendees.
Will masks be required at a League board meeting?
  • Yes, as League Board meetings fall under “workplaces.”
Who is responsible for enforcing the City of Edmonton’s Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings bylaw?
  • City of Edmonton Peace Officers
  • NOTE: Alberta Health Services, the EFCL and the City of Edmonton do not expect Leagues to deal with confrontation or with upset patrons.
  • If a League or community member becomes confrontational, Leagues are encouraged to call the Edmonton Police Service’s non-emergency line at 780-423-4567 or #377 from an Edmonton cell phone. Call 911 if the situation escalates.

What measures have been eased?

  • Screening prior to youth activities will no longer be required.
  • Parents are still encouraged to screen their children for COVID-19 symptoms.
  • Capacity limits will be lifted for all venues.
  • Leagues can operate on capacity limits set by the fire code.
  • Limits on social gatherings will be removed.
  • Mandatory work-from-home requirements will be removed.
  • League board meetings and AGMs can occur in person.

What measures are still in effect?

  • Isolation is still legally required for people who have COVID-19 symptoms or tested positive.
  • Fully vaccinated (two doses or one dose Janssen vaccine): Starting the first day of symptoms or positive test, isolate for a minimum of five days or until symptoms resolve, whichever is longer. Following isolation, wear a mask at all times when around others outside of home for up to five more days (10 total).
  • Not fully vaccinated (one dose or less): Starting the first day of symptoms or positive test, isolate for 10 days or until symptoms resolve, whichever is longer.
  • If you test negative and have symptoms, you should still stay home and away from others until symptoms resolve.

Allendale Rink Update Dec 21

Both rinks are open daily. Skate room (+washroom) is to stay closed for the time being. Lights are set to go off at 9:45pm. Ice conditions vary due to weather and usage. Maintenance is ongoing but people should help out the volunteer ice crew by shovelling the snow up over the boards using the shovels on-site. Use of the garbage can is strongly encouraged.

Don’t forget to check out the Learn To Skate program beginning in January.
If we can provide any additional information please let us know. facilities@allendalecommunity.ca

Have fun!

Covid 19: Community League Hall and Grounds 12/2021

NOTICE: THE ALLENDALE COMMINITY LEAGUE HAS IMPLEMENTED FURTHER RESTRICTIONS.

For any League based programs and activities, the Allendale Community League applies the RESTRICTION EXEMPTION PROGRAM until further notice (please view images below).

Allendale Community League hall renters and other users must follow the Restrictions Exemption Program requiring proof of vaccination or medical exemption for patrons 12 and over, and mandatory masking.

Outdoor entertainment, event and recreation facilities

[Updated Dec 21,2021]

Events and facilities that are fully outdoors (excluding washrooms), have no capacity restrictions but must maintain 2 metres distancing between households or 2 close contact for those living alone.

         

Refer to COVID-19 public health actions | Alberta.ca

Learn-to-Skate and Learn-to-Play (hockey) programs

Learn to Skate and Learn to Play
Learn to Skate / Play program

 

Start to Play is a free pilot program for 2022 and is a partnership between the Edmonton Federation of Community of Leagues, the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation, and Free Play for Kids. They created a fantastic opportunity for our League to offer Learn-to-Skate and Learn-to-Play (hockey) for children aged 8 – 13 starting on January 7th 14th, 21st, 28th

For more information and to register participants use the links below:

Allendale Fridays at 6:30

Allendale Fridays at 7:30

 

Some Serious Strength Skills

I struggle to do a home strength exercise routine at the best of times, even more so since I quit going to the gym. But the need to make sure I am doing it right and to learn modifications with the resources I have around the house is also important. So I decided to check-in with the new local physiotherapy and exercise business in the Allendale community: Connect Physiotherapy and Exercise

I usually use circuit training in gyms and seldom use free-weights or kettle balls and certainly don’t have much in terms of gym equipment at home. But what I needed was a refresher for many of the basic strength exercises. It turns out Connect offers a four week group strength training class.

Jonathan Chui was our instructor. His personal knowledge and ability to explain and show us examples of the training was extensive. When it comes to people who need to counteract declines in muscle mass (i.e. getting old like me), improve their strength, posture, balance, and mobility, Jonathan’s guidelines were easy to follow. Most of all, I learned the proper form using hand weights. He also made suggestions on what I could use at home to supplement a gym workout. Now I just need to continue this for winter sports like ice skating and navigating our sometimes icy sidewalks!

The facilities at Connect are on par with private or public facilities. Being local also means you can get in a bit of cardio by power-walking over there from home. The best part is they also offer a drop-in Exercise Club, which is priced very competitively. But this is the better deal when you don’t have to battle traffic both to the gym and home if you decide to walk or even jog over there. Check it out.

Survey for Recreational Amenities in Allendale

At our last Board meeting, a motion was introduced to consider three infrastructure projects: tennis resurface, volleyball, and playground renewal.

We now need your input into some preliminary information about these projects with this survey.

The tennis court resurface is pretty basic maintenance but we are asking about the potential of Pickleball on one court.

Please include your comments in the survey or if you have further questions.

Allendale Community Recreational Survey Sep 2021

We will also have more engagement with the community as time goes on (e.g.  focus groups, info sessions) and we may want to form committees for the playground project and for the beach volleyball.

Covid 19: Community League Hall and Grounds 9/2021

Adult (over 18) sport, fitness, recreation and performance activities (Sept 20)

The following restrictions apply unless the facility or program implements the restrictions exemption program:

      • Indoor group classes and activities are not permitted.

Outdoor events and facilities (Sept 16)

  • Fully outdoor events and venues have no capacity restrictions (excluding washrooms), but must maintain 2 metres distancing between households or 2 close contact for those living alone.

Refer to COVID-19 public health actions | Alberta.ca

EPCOR Flood Prevention Backwater Valve Subsidy

NOW IS THE TIME TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM FLOODING!

Weather in Edmonton is unpredictable and summer storms can creep up on us very quickly. If you live in a neighbourhood that has experienced flooding or you have had your basement back up, then you know how quickly it can happen.

One way to protect your home from a sewer back up is to have a backwater valve installed. This valve is installed on the private sewer pipe and can be done from inside or outside of your home. The valve is designed to close if water moves back up the sewer pipe from the public sewer line preventing the water from entering your basement. It’s a small investment that can make a big impact in your home.

Homes built in Edmonton before 1989 may not have a backwater valve on their private sewer line. At the time, it was not required by the building code to put one in. However, EPCOR has a subsidy program for homeowners who want to install a backwater valve and protect their basement.The program offers $800 to Edmonton homeowners and there are three things you need to do in order to access the subsidy.

  1. Call the EPCOR Flood Prevention Team at 780-944-7777 to arrange for a backwater valve pre- approval consultation. After the consultation, the advisor will let you know if you are approved for the program. If you are, the installation of the backwater valve can proceed.
  2. Contact a professional plumber to arrange for the installation of the backwater valve.
    Submit the backwater valve subsidy application to EPCOR within six months of the consultation.
  3. You will be required to show proof of the installation and payment for the backwater valve. We will also require a copy/photo of the City of Edmonton Acceptable green sticker that includes the permit number for the installation.

Take action today to protect your basement and belongings. Call us at 780-944-7777 to book an appointment. You can access more information about the backwater valve subsidy on our website at epcor.com/floodprevention.

epcordrainage@epcor.com

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Edmonton, AB  T5H 0E8