Welcome to our latest community update! We have a busy season ahead with plenty of opportunities to get involved, have some fun, and keep our neighborhood looking its best.
Bylaw Enforcement Committee
Are you concerned about properties that continually violate the Community Standards Bylaw? We are looking for dedicated residents to join our community league’s Bylaw Enforcement Committee. By working together, we can ensure the city effectively addresses nuisance properties and bylaw offenders that devalue our beautiful neighborhood. If you are interested in helping us maintain our community standards, please contact Irene at 780-489-2994.
Board Game Night
Calling all gamers in West Jasper Place and Sherwood! Whether you are a seasoned strategist or just looking for a fun night out, you are invited to our upcoming Board Game Night. Come on your own or bring your regular gaming group. You can bring a personal favorite from home or choose from our extensive library, featuring titles like Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, 7 Wonders, Terraforming Mars, Scythe, Dominion, and Spirit Island.
We also have a great selection of short, casual games, and our hosts will be on hand to provide instructions if you want to learn something new.
Details:
- Cost: Free entry
- When: Monday, June 10, 2019, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Where: Community League Hall (9620-152 Street)
Garden Suites Workshops
Interested in adding a garden suite to your property? YEGardenSuites, a local non-profit dedicated to educating homeowners on backyard housing, is hosting a workshop series on May 14th, 16th, and 22nd. They are also organizing a self-guided garden suite tour on June 1st to give you a firsthand look at these unique homes. Tickets and more information are available at www.yegardensuites.ca.
EPCOR's Community Appreciation Event
To thank the residents of West Jasper Place and Sherwood for their incredible patience during the multi-year sewer rehabilitation project, EPCOR is hosting a celebration! This family-friendly event marks the completion of the drainage work and will feature a variety of food trucks, a jumpy castle, face painting, and balloon sculpting.
Join us on Saturday, June 1, 2019, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the community league hall (9620-152 Street). We look forward to seeing everyone there!
Community Standards Bylaw
As we head into the summer months, please be aware that Bylaw officers will be regularly patrolling our community. To help keep our neighborhood safe and attractive, please ensure your property complies with Bylaw 14600. Fines may be imposed for the following infractions:
- Yard Maintenance: Grass or weeds must be kept under 10 cm (4 inches). Remember, residents are responsible for maintaining city property adjacent to their land, including boulevards and the land beside the alley.
- Property Appearance: Graffiti must not be visible from surrounding properties. Buildings should be well-maintained and free of signs of neglect.
- Debris & Storage: Avoid excessive accumulation of materials like building supplies, appliances, tires, or garbage. Damaged or derelict vehicles must not be kept on the property.
- Trees & Vegetation: Ensure shrubs and trees do not obstruct sidewalks or impair traffic visibility at intersections. Note that Elm wood must be disposed of at authorized locations.
- Nuisances: Fire pits should not create excessive smoke or odor.
- Construction Rules: Projects must be completed within 5 years of the permit date. Construction noise is restricted on Sundays/Holidays (only between 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.) and weekdays (7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.).
- Parking & Weeds: Commercial vehicles over 4,500 kg or 12.5 meters in length may not park in residential areas, and yards must remain free of noxious weeds as per the Alberta Weed Control Act.