In September or October 2018, City Council will vote on the Community Representation Framework. The outcome of this vote will likely affect who we are as Community Associations.

Below is some information that may be useful in helping you form an opinion.

Calgary Herald article

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-community-associations-consultation-process-district-forum-1.4763580

The Federation of Calgary Communities also has some information on it that may help you as follows to supplement your knowledge::

https://calgarycommunities.com/federation-presentation-to-spc-on-the-community-representation-framework/

There are challenges with the current community association model. Former Councilor Brian Pincott does a pretty good job of summarizing some of these:

https://calgaryherald.com/life/homes/condos/white-not-all-community-associations-are-created-equally

In 2016, there was a study done.

https://www.policyschool.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Community-Associations-Conger-Goodbrand-GondekFINAL-1.pdf

 So, what can you do if you have questions or concerns about the new framework?

1)  Contact your city councillor

2)  Contact your community association and let us know what you think admin@hh-bh.ca