Hello sports fans! Some bad news to share: the tennis courts are CLOSED for the next little while. We will post an update soon with news about reopening!
Thank you for your patience!
Category: Main blog
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.
Treaty No. 6 Recognition Day
On Treaty 6 Recognition Day (August 27), the Allendale Community League is proud to be located in Ward papastew Pronunciation: PAH-PAH-STAY-OH.
This name, as well as the other 12 new Indigenous ward names, were gifted to the City of Edmonton by iyiniw iskwewak wihtwawin, an all-female, Indigenous ward naming committee. The names reflect the stories of the Anishinaabe, Blackfoot, Cree, Dene, Inuit, Iroquois (Michel Band), Métis and Sioux Nations and were chosen after much discussion, ceremony and consultation with Elders. The Indigenous ward names are a small but important step in reconciliation and in understanding the history and stories of the many Indigenous nations that were the first residents of Canada.
To find out more about the Indigenous Ward Names project:
edmonton.ca/IndigenousWardNames.
Responsible Pet Ownership in Allendale
This is a reminder that walking/running dogs on the fields, in the playgrounds, and within enclosed spaces including the rink and tennis courts near the league hall and Allendale Junior High is not permitted. This includes the new park/picnic area near the hall.
From the edmonton.ca website:
- Dogs are not permitted in picnic areas, playgrounds or sports fields. Dogs may be walked on trails only if they are on leash. Dogs may be off leash on parkland and trails only if you are in a designated off-leash area.
- Dog’s are not permitted on school board property
If you have any concerns, please contact the City https://permits.edmonton.ca/default.aspx?appArea=Complaints
Responsible Pet Ownership in Allendale
This is a reminder that walking/running dogs on the fields, in the playgrounds, and within enclosed spaces including the rink and tennis courts near the league hall and Allendale Junior High is not permitted. This includes the new park/picnic area near the hall.
From the edmonton.ca website:
- Dogs are not permitted in picnic areas, playgrounds or sports fields. Dogs may be walked on trails only if they are on leash. Dogs may be off leash on parkland and trails only if you are in a designated off-leash area.
- Dog’s are not permitted on school board property
If you have any concerns, please contact the City https://permits.edmonton.ca/default.aspx?appArea=Complaints
Allendale Community COVID-19 Update
We have reopened our tennis courts. Hours are 9 am – 9 pm daily, weather permitting.
Allendale Neighbourhood Renewal
It has been a few years since we had our roads, curbs, street sewers, lights, boulevards, and sidewalks dug up for renewal. Many of you who had issues have likely been in contact with the City. In our last conversation with the Delivery Project Manager, he gave me an indication that this year they would be reviewing any warranty work that may need further remediation.
If you haven’t already contacted the City, about an ongoing issue, please review the City of Edmonton website for further contact information. https://www.edmonton.ca/transportation/on_your_streets/allendale-neighbourhood-renewal.aspx
COVID19 Community Assistance
Community Assistance
UPDATE:
COVID-19 Service & Program Impacts
Many City programs and services have been adjusted or impacted due to COVID-19 and/or staffing and budget constraints. This search tool is updated regularly to help you and your community stay in the know as the City reopens some programs and services.
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, the communities of Queen Alexandra and Allendale are partnering to help meet the needs of our residents.
If you are self-isolating, quarantined or are high-risk, we would like to make sure that you have the assistance that you need to stay healthy and comfortable in your home. So if you need help with shopping, prescription pick up, online socialization options, etc, please complete the form on the Queen Alexander website www.qacl.ca/covid (preferred), email covid@qacl.ca, or phone 780-439-9046.
If you would like to be kept up-to-date by email with our community strategies or if you can volunteer in any way, use the link to sign up.
Please don’t be shy! All assistance will be private and free. Let your neighbours know about this service.
NextDoor: What is it? How can it help?
The Nextdoor app and online version is a social networking platform for local communities and neighbourhoods. Instead of connecting you to any user across the world, Nextdoor narrows your network to those in your surrounding area. Learn more about Nextdoor on their information page
Their mission is to “provide a trusted platform where neighbours work together to build stronger, safer, happier communities, all over the world.”
With the Nextdoor app, users can interact with their neighbours, discuss community news, and recommend local services and businesses that they like.
Nextdoor Groups
One thing I like about Nextdoor Groups is that it is another way to stay connected to my neighbours. There were some people who were using an earlier version of this tool to organize around shared interests like hiking or reading. But now Nextdoor has officially launched Nextdoor Groups so neighbours can organize for those who may need assistance or want another social connection during this challenging time.
Please check this information to understand what social distancing means and use this to protect both yourself and your neighbours.
Thank you for being a good neighbour.
Note: As with any new social media platform caution should be taken when posting any personal information online.
Note: For security, we recommend that if you sign up, you update your address in your profile to just show your Street or Avenue not your complete address
Closed: Allendale Community League Hall and Grounds
The Government of Alberta declared a state of public health emergency today, so rather than take any further risks the Allendale Community League Hall and Grounds will be closed effective immediately and until further notice. We encourage you to visit alberta.ca/COVID19 for the latest information, guidance, and resources.