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4 Dec 2024
For all Ward 6 information moving forward please follow @wardsixyyc
This page will become the personal account of Richard Pootmans.
*Posted by the Ward 6 team*
4 Dec 2024
The Ward 6 Office announcement regarding Richard Pootmans stepping down from his position as Ward 6 Councillor, due to personal and family reasons.
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25 Nov 2024
The Ward 6 November newsletter is now available. In this edition of the November newsletter, you will read about vehicle noise bylaw changes, potholes, Councillors' Food Bank Challenge, the season of giving, and much more.
calgary.ca/council/ward-6/ar…
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Richard Pootmans retweeted
20 Nov 2024
#CTRiders, we’ve heard there are ads on social media for heavily discounted 6-month transit passes. These advertisements are fake, and don’t come from The City of Calgary or Calgary Transit. For info on valid fare and pass options, please visit calgarytransit.com/Fares-Pas….
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18 Nov 2024
Please drive carefully as we are expected to receive 10 cm to 15 cm of snow today. City crews are focusing on clearing major routes, pedestrian infrastructure, transit routes and bridge decks this morning.
For info on Winter Maintenance Program, visit:
calgary.ca/snow
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18 Nov 2024
Click this link to see completed routes and current clearing progress: maps.calgary.ca/roadconditio…
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13 Nov 2024
REMINDER:
Don't miss the Sarcee Trail Bow Trail Functional Study Plan in-person engagement session TODAY from 5 to 8 p.m. at Westgate Community Association, 4943 8 Ave. S.W.
For more information and to provide feedback online click here:
engage.calgary.ca/SarceeBowS…
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11 Nov 2024
Today we gathered at Battalion Park, on Remembrance Day, to show our respect for the countless men and women who have served our country with bravery and at great personal sacrifice.
Lest we forget
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Richard Pootmans retweeted
4 Nov 2024
Please join the Ward 6 office & the King’s Own Calgary Regiment on Monday, November 11, 2024, at 10:45 AM for our annual Remembrance Day ceremony at Battalion Park. Your attendance at this ceremony is appreciated as we reflect on the sacrifices made by brave Canadian Armed Forces
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29 Oct 2024
Save the Date:
We are now in Phase 2 of the Sarcee Trail Bow Trail Functional Planning Study. The team have concept drawings that they want to hear your feedback on. Don't miss the below session dates. 1/3
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29 Oct 2024
Session dates:
• Nov 9, 2024 - Nov 9, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location: Wildwood Community Association
• Nov 13, 2024 - Nov 13, 2024 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Westgate Community Association
• Nov 20, 2024 - Nov 20, 2024 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Online
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28 Oct 2024
The Ward 6 October newsletter is now available. In this edition of the newsletter, you will read about organizational day, upcoming budget week, tackling vehicle noise, the Sarcee/Bow Trail Functional Planning Study phase 2 open house and much more.
calgary.ca/council/ward-6/ar…
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14 Oct 2024
Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! I have immense gratitude for being your Ward 6 representative. I hope you get to spend this day with the ones that are most important to you.
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11 Oct 2024
The City is adjusting hours of operations for Thanksgiving long weekend. To find out what you can expect from Transit, parking, construction, and recreation click here:
newsroom.calgary.ca/city-ser…
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10 Oct 2024
I am remaining optimistic that the Green Line will move forward.
10 Oct 2024
I’m pleased to advise that we are progressing work on an LRT solution for Calgary, working jointly with the Government of Alberta. Full joint statement here👇🏼.
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8 Oct 2024
Today we celebrated 40 years of BIAs and commenced BIA week. I am so proud of the businesses that support their BIAs. All of us benefit when locally owned businesses thrive!
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3 Oct 2024
Attention Discovery Ridge! Your community has been temporarily designated as a "wildlife affected area" effective immediately.
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24 Sep 2024
The Ward 6 newsletter is now available. In this edition of the newsletter you will read about the mid-cycle budget adjustments, the water main update, the latest on the Green Line, Local Area Planning reconnection and much more.
calgary.ca/council/ward-6/ar…
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