On March 18, City Council unanimously approved the Westcorp Development. Attached is a link to the presentation to council made by the Malmo Community League President, and a summary of some of the league and working group activity completed in advance of the decision.

The official documents and video for the March 18, 2013 Public Hearing are also available. You an find them on the City website at this link .Scroll down to item number 5.1 - Bylaw 16307.  Clicking on its title brings up a list of links to the associated Council documents on the web page's right-hand side.  The documents or video can then be viewed by clicking on their respective icon.

I would like to thank everyone who has committed their time related to this development.
On behalf of the entire community, I would like to commend the hard work of our
Working Group members inclusive of:
• Mary Jane Turnell
• Charlene Nielson
• Bruce Rienders
• Richard Haley
• Murray Tenove
In addition to:
• Larry Holloway
• Brice Davidson

Moving on from council’s decision, we still have a number of opportunities to influence this development and ensure that future impacts on our neighbourhood are addressed. We need some enthusiastic volunteers to step up and make this a reality.

and Beach Girls, Women and Men

Of course we are referring to our Malmo residents enjoying the beach volleyball and other sports on our sand courts. This is the fifth year of operation and many in the city have discovered that we have the best beach volleyball courts in Edmonton. With the late spring we are expecting the sand courts to be fully open by May 15 thanks to Chris and crew.

Below is a reminder on court use. No need to buy equipment as we already have balls. A variety of sand sports including badminton, dodge ball, soccer and ultimate Frisbee can be enjoyed on the courts. Bocce ball was also played on the grass adjoining the courts last year.

Let's make the most of spring/summer. Also see the April or May newsletter if you are wish to enjoy and help make happen a related Saturday evening social. Sand sports are a great way to get to know your neigyhbors.

*If you are an adult interested in joining the ESSC league go to www.edmontonsportsclub.com for more info. They will be playing their summer season on the Malmo courts weekeday evenings (Mon, Tues, Thur) starting in July.

Reminders:

- For the consideration of neighbors adjacent to courts, activities must finish by 9:30 pm.

- If you have to bring a car, drive slowly. (Playground adjacent.)

- No alcoholic beverages outside the hall. (Inside hall allowed by permit if you have hall rented.)

- Watch the weather and stop if hazardous.

· Please report any hazards or damage to our Chris Mackie (970-9476) or a Community league executive  (numbers are on back of newsletter)

Visit About/Membership for a membership form. Enjoy the benefits of being in your community league.

Pathfinders is a unique opportunity for girls ages 12-14. No two meetings are alike and together we volunteer, camp, enjoy the outdoors, learn new things and make new friends. Pathfinders is a great way to explore new interests and get the chance to take the lead, get involved and help others.

Contact Tonya at 780-435-5068 for more information about Pathfinders and the Girl Guide program in the community.