Calgary Citizen Newsletter Tuesday July 16

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The city is enacting a new pilot project that is designed to make sidewalks more accessible for Calgarians by creating e-scooter corrals designed to clear clutter. Officials say feedback from users and non-users over the past few years inspired the plan to develop the “sleek, artistic and functional” parking stalls. The parking corral for the pilot project will be located at 17th Ave. between 4th and 8th St. SW. Get more info here. Have you been riding scooters this year and will this annoy you or do you think it’s a good idea? Reply to [email protected] with your thoughts.

👀 In today's edition:

• City water repairs in critical stage

• Longtime TV anchor bids adieu

• Muralists set to leave mark on city

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WORTH KNOWING

☀️ Today: High 29C, Low 15C. See the 7-day forecast.

🚗 Driving today? Check the current traffic situation, and find the city’s traffic report and road closures.

⚠️ Here’s the current smoke forecast / check Calgary wildfire and fire restrictions and the Alberta Wildfire Dashboard.

The city is still in the midst of repairing water service and we are in a “critical” stage

Now that Stampede is over, all eyes are turning back to Calgary’s water main break. City officials held a Monday morning press conference and said the city remains at Stage 3 outdoor water use restrictions, which means that Calgarians can water their gardens and outdoor plants with handheld containers or buckets only.

As CBC reports, officials say the pipe that replaced the feeder main that broke June 5 remains at 55% of its capacity and although the pipe is full of water, it’s only moving a little more than half of its normal speed. A second pump will be brought online and monitored over the next 48 hours.

As CTV reports, Mayor Jyoti Gondek said: “I cannot stress enough how critical the next 72 hours are. It may be a situation where increased speed and pressure lead to another hot spot that needs to be addressed.”

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Need to know

📺️ Longtime beloved TV news anchor Linda Olsen is retiring from her role at Global Calgary.

🪧 Woman accuses City of Calgary of compromising her safety following privacy breach.

🛌 Local shelters are asking for support as heat wave puts city's most vulnerable at risk.

💸 Calgary loses billions of litres of water a year due to leaks: report.

💰️ Calgary Stampede closes in on all-time attendance record as it wraps up another year.

💔 As the Stampede experiences record attendance, animal rights groups call for changes after four animals die in events.

👮 Man dies after being found injured in a southeast community alley.

🚓 Police said a 78-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash in the city’s southwest.

The city’s BUMP Murals Fest is just around the corner and ready to paint the walls of tomorrow

Calgary's BUMP Festival unveiled its artist lineup for the eighth annual mural festival taking over the core with vibrant public art from August 3-18 and there are some local rising talents on the list. Celebrating the evolution of Calgary’s creativity and forward-thinking innovation, this year’s muralists will put their artistic stamp on the walls of Calgary’s tomorrow. This year’s artists hail from around the world including from right here in Calgary, and will be painting during the festival at various locations throughout downtown.

What is the BUMP Festival? The BUMP Festival is not just about murals; it's a month-long celebration filled with diverse events designed to engage and inspire the community.

What are some key dates? The fest kicks off with the inaugural BUMP Urban Art Conference on August 8-9, featuring a lineup of diverse panelists exploring topics such as civic identity, the future of graffiti, and social change through public art.

On August 10, the High Park rooftop public space transforms into an urban culture hub, featuring live graffiti, music, and a 3-on-3 basketball tournament.

The energy continues on August 14 with an outdoor screening of Chungking Express, a landmark ’90s arthouse cinema from Hong Kong.

The festival concludes with a grand celebration on August 17 at the Trinity Kiki Ball & Rave to bring Calgarians a night of music, fashion, queer joy and dance that will leave a lasting impression on all attendees.

Who are this year’s muralists? Katie Green, Stuart Teekasingh, JUMU Monster, EarBugz Collective, Waposhpyii, Andrea Wan, Harvey Nichol, Kat Simmers, Ben Johnston, Bryan Beyung, Meyso, and Nick Sweetman.

Where to eat and drink

🍴 YYC Ice Cream Fest: Is there any better time for this festival to come cool Calgarians off? Check out local spots vying for top prize for a good cause at this fest that runs July 19-Aug. 5.

🍴 A&W’s National Hot Dog Day: On Wednesday, July 17, buy one Whistle Dog and get a second one for $1.

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Things to do

🎟️ Showdown at Heritage Park: A Wild West Adventure. Experience Heritage Park’s Wild West Showdown on July 19, 20 and 21 at this family-friendly event that kicks off with a cowboy buffet. If you miss these dates, there are a couple more next week.

🎟️ MEOW Charity Thrift Shop sale: Sometimes thrifting is a great way to find something to do for a good cause. While you’re there, take advantage of the latest sale with 30% off bath, beauty, and pet items until July 21.

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