September 2023 | Issue 24

RESIDENT RELATIONS E-NEWSLETTER

As a new season approaches, I am excited to bring you the latest updates and happenings around our vibrant community this fall!

In this edition I have included an update regarding our new balcony and some great information about our local YMCA’s grade 6 membership program.

Join us for some amazing events taking place this September You won’t want to miss! Please note the upcoming park notice for our End of Summer Firework Spectacular this Saturday

Interested in becoming a part of our Board of Directors? See the information I’ve included below about how to get involved.

Explore our exciting array of fall programs! Take a moment to browse through our fall program guide, where you ' re sure to discover the ideal program to suit your interests

Upcoming Park Notices YMCA Youth Membership Information Join Our Volunteer Board of Directors Community News: Pet of the Month Upcoming ABRA Events

Ask a Manager

Hey Auburn Bay!

Has there ever been a question that you wanted to ask our managers about, whether it’s regarding events, programs, landscaping, procedures, policies and more? Well here is your chance. Each month our General Manager will select one question to answer from our residents, and our reply will be answered in the next newsletter. If you have a question that you have been pondering about, feel free to forward it to rrcoordinator@auburnbay.org

AskaManagerQuestion:

Q: A:

FacilityHours

ParkHours:Monday-Sunday 9:00am-10:00pm

AdministrationHours:Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

HowdoIaddmytenantstotheproperty account?

Youcanaddtenantstothepropertyaccount bysubmittingaTransferofPrivilegesform onlineorin-person.

UpcomingPark Notice

Just a friendly reminder that due to an upcomingResident-Only event, please make note that there will be NOGUESTS permitted in the park after 12:00pm on Saturday,September9,2023

Thank you for your cooperation!

Live alone? Please contact inquiries@auburnbay.org in advance of the event date to make arrangements. Guest passes will be only be issued to individuals who live alone with no other household members.

BalconyConstructionUpdate

Good News Auburn Bay!

Access to the Skate Change Room is now open. Our contractors are in the final stages of completion for our new balcony. We want to thank all our residents for their support and understanding throughout the summer months during our deck renovation. Stay tuned for future announcements of new exciting events for our amazing community.

ADDING YOUR LAKE MEMBERSHIP CARD TO YOUR PHONE THROUGH STOCARD

AuburnHouseisanocard,noaccessfacility.Havingyourlakecardonyourphoneisagreat waytoavoiddisappointmentatthegate.

Onyourphone,goto theappstoreand downloadSTOCARD

Oncedownloaded,tap onthe+inthetop right,thenselect OTHERCARD

Next,scanyouruniquebarcode locatedonthebackofyour membershipcardORenterthe6digits manually

Here'satip!Ifyouhavelostyourissued membershipcard,stopbyAuburn Houseandwecanhelpyou!

Laststep!Labelyourcardandhit save!

CalgaryFlamesGrade6 YMCAMembership

Helping kids gain independence.

Every grade 6 student in Calgary is eligible to receive a free YMCA 13-month membership to the YMCA, thanks to the generous support of the Calgary Flames Foundation The program supports youth as they transition/age out of traditional child care models, develop new interests and prepare for junior high. It gives youth a safe place to practice independence, develop healthy habits, and establish a sense of belonging in a centre of community that promotes the values of respect, honesty, caring and responsibility. The Grade 6 Membership Program is a great way for students to keep active and gain independence, as members can visit any YMCA locations on their own, without a parent/guardian.

*Click the link below to visit ymcacalgary.org to see what’s included in the membership and how to sign up

UpdatedBoathouseHours:

Aswetransitionintothefallseason,the boathousewillbeupdatingtheirhours Hoursof operationwillbe10:00am-6:00pm.

Pleasenotethatthemajorityofourseasonalstaff membershaveleftfortheyearandwearedown toalimitednumberofboathouseattendants. Wekindlyrequestyourpatienceand understandingasweoperatewithareduced team.

We're Recruiting

JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

We are searching for community resident nominations with experience in:

Accounting, Law & Governance

Public Relations & Communications

Not-For-Profit Sector

Previous Governance Board Experience

If you are interested in joining our Board, contact the General Manager before September 15th to ensure your name is included on the ballot of our AGM package.

gm@auburnbay.org

ParkandLakeReminders

GUESTS GENERAL

Allresidents(ages12+)mustbring theirmembershipcardeachtime theywishtoaccessthefacility. Nochildunder12ispermittedinthe park/facilitywithoutadult supervision.

Noanimalsofanytypeare permittedinthepark.

Noglass,smoking,vaping,or alcoholispermittedinthepark. Nobicycles,scooters,rollerblades, skateboards,etc.arepermittedin thepark.

Openfiresarenotpermitted.Only charcoalbriquettesmaybeused inthebarbeques.

Residentsandguestsmustnotuse foullanguageinthepark. Rambunctious/unsafebehaviour willnotbetolerated.

TheAuburnBayResidents Associationdoesnotprovide supervisionorlifeguardsfor park/lake Guardiansare responsiblefortheirchildrenatall times.Membersandguestswill enterandusetheparkfacilitiesat theirownrisk.

Residentsassumefullresponsibilityfor theirguest'sactions.Residentsmustbe presentatalltimeswhiletheirguestsuse thefacility.

Adultresidentsmaybringuptofive(5) guestsperhousehold.Youthresidents (aged12-15)maybringuptotwo(2) guestsperhousehold(withsigned parentalconsent) Allguestsmustbe signedinbeforeenteringthefacility. ParkGuestLists(upto25people)areonly availablewithPicnicShelterbookings. TheABRAhastherighttodeclineanylarge group.

Formorethanfive(5)guests,aGate+8 ListmustbesubmittedtoAuburnHouseat least48hourspriortoyoureventfor approval.Theselistsareacceptedona firstcome,firstservedbasis.TheABRA acceptsamaximumof10Gate+8lists Mon-Thurs,and5Gate+8ListsFri-Sun (andallstat/civicholidays)

Themaximumnumberofguestswitha Gate+8listis8(includingchildrenand mobileinfants)

Gate+8listsareavailableon AuburnBayRA.caandatAuburnHouse.

COMMUNITY MAINTENANCE

InadditiontomaintainingAuburnHouse,theParkandtheLake,theAuburnBay ResidentsAssociation(ABRA)providesenhancedlandscapingandmaintenancein manyareaswithinthecommunity.

CommunityLandscapingMap

Greenareas = City of Calgary or School Board Responsibility

Blueareas = Homeowner responsibility

Yellowareas = ABRA responsibility

Enhancedmaintenanceand landscapingincludes:

A contract with the City of Calgary to maintain certain community medians and boulevards throughout the community

Lake Access Ways

Entryways and Decorative Corners

OtherQuestionsandConcerns:

Forquestionsorconcernsregardingandlandscapemaintenance orsnowremovalpleaserefertothemapandcontactthe appropriateorganizationmaintainingthearea:

ABRAMaintenance (403)537-2604

CityofCalgary

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Advertisingsigns(non-ABRA)

Animalsinthelakefacility

Animalsinthecommunity(wild)

Animalslooseinthecommunity (domestic)

Condoparkingpermits

Docks

GarbageRemoval

Maintenance/Cleaningin

AuburnHouse

RoadkillRemoval

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ABRA(403)537-2604

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Yourcondoboard

ABRA(403)537-2604

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ABRA(403)537-2604

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FertilizerInformation

From the ABRA Maintenance Team

TheABRAiscommittedtomaintainingourwaterqualityandaquaticecosystemswithinourbeautiful lake.Partofourcommitmenttothisishelpingtoeducateourresidentsabouthowtheiryard/lawn careroutinescanimpactlake.

Thelakeaccesswayshaveswaleswhichruntotheendoftheaccessways,withasplashpadright beforetheshorelinetreatment.Fertilizers,pesticides,etc.,thatareputonprivatelotscananddorun offintothelakeandnegativelyimpactonwaterquality.Commercialapplicatorsshouldbeawareof thisastherearenumerousrulesandregulationsregardingpesticideusenearbodiesofwater.This runoffendsupinthewaterwhereyou,yourfamiliesandfriendsplayinthewater,andcanalso negativelyimpactthefish

Fertilizingyourlawnmaybeusefultomakealawnhealthyandgreen,butitalsohasanegative impactonthefish,andaquaticecosystems Thebiggestissuewithlawnfertilizerisphosphorusrunoff asithasaharmfuleffectonthefish.

Phosphorusinfertilizersalsostimulategrowth.Itsgenerallyusedtostimulatenewgrowthinlawns howeverwhenitendsupinthewaterithasthesameeffect;itencouragesalgaeandweedgrowthin theaquaticenvironment.Whentoomuchfertilizerentersthewater,itcanexpeditethealgaegrowth. Algaetypicallyhaveaveryfastlifecycleandwhenthislifecycleisaccelerateditcancause problemsforwaterqualityandaquaticlife,primarilybydepletingoxygenfromthewater.This phenomenonisknownashypoxiawhichresultsinoxygenlevelsbecomingsolowthatwatercanno longersupportaquaticlife

Furthermore,exposuretohighlevelsofnitratescanleadtogastricissuesinanimalsandhumans Lawnfertilizersarenottheonlyproblemthough,anytypeoffertilizercancauseanalgaebloom Organic,orinorganic,compost,manure,bonemealappliedtolawnsorgardenbedscanleachinto theaquaticsystem.Justlikeanything,toomuchofagoodthingcanbecomeaproblem.Excess nutrientsinthewaterandresultinalgaeblooms.

Weaskthateveryoneismindfulofthelakewhilemaintainingtheiryards.

ConsiderationsforLawnCare:

Assess the necessity for extensive fertilization Opt for low to no phosphate fertilizers

Extended Grass Length: Allow the grass to grow slightly longer than the typical length. This practice promotes long-term health and minimizes runoff into the lake.

Reduced Fertilization Frequency: Consider decreasing the frequency of fertilization, particularly avoiding late fall fertilization.

Mulching Grass Clippings: Mulch the grass clippings and incorporate them back into the lawn

Tolerance for Non-Noxious Weeds: Develop a higher tolerance for non-noxious weeds such as dandelions

Manual Weed Removal: Engage in hand-pulling weeds as a means of weed control.

Read more on Calgary's outdoor water restrictions below.

BOATHOUSEINFORMATION

PleasetakenoteoftheWatercraftWaitlist SystemusedtorentoutABRAWatercraft.

Send a text message to: (403)390-3620

Containingthefollowing:

First and Last Name. Membership Card # (or Auburn Bay Address if you have a Temporary Membership Card) Which watercraft you would like to take out.

Your rental is ready for you when you receive the following text message*: Yourboat/SUPrentalis ready!Pleaseproceedtotheboathousewhere anattendantwillassistyou.Yourboat/SUPwill beheldfor10minutes.

Watercraftcannotbereservedaheadoftimeand arerentedoutonafirst-comefirst-servebasis. Thebookingsystemacceptsonlytextmessages,it willnotreceivephonecalls.

Ifyoudon'thaveadevice,pleasespeaktoourboathouseattendeesinpersonwithyourmembershipcardtoreserveawatercraft

Boat&StandUpPaddleBoard (SUP)Rules

ABRAwatercraftcanonlybesignedoutby residentsaged16+withavalidmembership card

LifejacketsareMANDATORYonallABRA watercraft (ABRAhighlyrecommendsthatyou bringyourownlifejacketaswecannot guaranteetheavailabilityofourlifejackets)

Boatscanbetakenoutfor90minutes SUP'scanbetakenoutfor45minutes

RequeststosignoutABRAwatercraftcanonly bemadeforthecurrenttimeslot.Requestsfor latertimeslotswillnotbegranted Requestsaresubjecttoavailabilityandare notguaranteed

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FailuretocomplywithABRArules&regulationsmayresultin suspensionofwatercraftrentalprivileges

ATTENTIONALLAUBURN BAYRESIDENTS,

The ABRA management and Board of Directors is reaching out to inform our community that there has been an orange substance discovered on our lake. ABRA management has been aware of this discovery for a couple of weeks and we have been working closely with Alberta Health Services, aquatic biologists, provincial limnologist, and several university professors to pinpoint exactly what this substance is and what has caused it.

We have confirmed that this substance is not algae or cyanobacteria, which is great news. Experts have advised us that they believe the orange substance seems to be biological, and have not raised any red flags with the experts as far as it being harmful towards humans or our aquatic ecosystem.

We continue to send in water samples weekly to AHS and they have passed all testing requirements to keep the lake open. Rest assured, we have several people working on a solution, and we will continue to communicate any future findings with our community.

If you are aware of any information that may assist ABRA with pinpointing this substance, please reach out to the General Manager immediately at gm@auburnbay.org.

TENNIS/PICKLEBALL RESERVATIONS

PleasereadBEFOREbookingyourtimeslot:

Pleaseselectthedate&timethatyouwould liketoreservefromthecalendar.(QRcode locatedbelow)

Pleasenotethatreservationsarelimitedto1 perhouseholdperday.

Reservationscanbemadeupto7daysin advance

Samedayreservationsarenotpossible.

Ifyoudonotshowupwithin15minutesofthe beginningofyourreservation,thespacewill openupfordrop-in

Pleasebeawareofyourreservationtimeand becourteoustootherreservationsanddropins.

Reservationsareforthecourt–youcan choosetoplayeitherTennisorPickleball.

PLEASEBECOURTEOUSANDRESPECTFULOFPATRONS/RESERVATIONS

STAFFDONOTDELEGATEGAMESORRESOLVECONFLICTSBETWEENPATRONS

ZeroTolerancePolicy

PleasebeawarethattheAuburnBayResidentsAssociationhasazero-tolerancepolicyfor discriminationtowardsABRAstaff,contractorsandotherpatronsduetotheirrace,religious beliefs,colour,gender,genderidentity,genderexpression,physicaldisability,mentaldisability, age,ancestry,placeoforiginmaritalstatus,sourceofincome,familystats,orsexualorientation ofthatpersonorthatclassofperson.Individualswhopartakeindiscriminatorybehaviourare subjecttodisciplinaryactionaspertherecommendationoftheABRABoardofDirectors DisciplinaryCommittee

LOOKING

Ready to make a positive impact where you live? Volunteer with the Auburn Bay Community Association!

The Auburn Bay Community Association is 100% volunteer based with a number of ways to get involved.

Why Volunteer?

Connectwithneighbors: Meet and collaborate with fellow community members who share your passion for making the neighborhood thrive.

Keeptheeventsyoulove: Your presence as a volunteer ensures that events are well-organized, impactful, and enjoyable for all who attend.

These events can only continue to happen with the support of community volunteers!

Contact:info@auburnbayca.ca

Host your next party at the lake!

RENTAPICNICSHELTER!

Did you know you can rent one of our six picnic shelters in our park? Whether it's for an upcoming birthday party or just for a family beach day, Auburn House offers rentals for a minimumof2hoursandamaximumof3 hours

Planning to book? Head down to Auburn House to secure your rental. Please note picnic shelter rentals must be bookedin-personat the main office

Requirementstobook:

Homeowners or Tenants Insurancemustbe provided at time of booking (Policy Number, Expiration Date and name of insurer)

Valid Membership Card

The picnic shelter may be rented for private functions only, at a rate of $25.00perhour.

With a shelter booking, members receive a 25 person guest list

PleaseNote:

Starting September 6th a $200 damage/noncompliance deposit will be required for all picnic shelter bookings (non-compliance deposit can be given by post-dated cheque or credit card details).

PicnicShelterReservationInformation

NoSameDayBookings

Maximumnumberofguestspermittedis25.Parkguestlistformisrequiredtobesubmitted toAuburnHouseaminimumof48hourspriortothebooking.

Allrentalchargesmustbepaidinfullatthetimeofbooking(chequesmaybepostdatedup tosix(6)monthpriortothebooking).

Latexballoonsandconfettiarenotpermittedinthepark.Iftheyareusedtherewillbean extrachargeof$50ontheaccount.

Cancellationorreschedulingofabookingmustbedoneinwriting Youmaye‐mailyour requesttoadmin@auburnbay.org.

Thereisabsolutelynoliquorpermittedintheparkorparkinglot

TherenterMUSTbeinattendanceforentiredurationofevent

TherenterMUSTbe18yearsoroldertobook.

Uponarrivingforyourbooking,youmustcheckinforyourbookingatthemainoffice.Your guestswillnotbepermittedintheparkuntilthishasbeendone

PET OF THE MONTH

Dasher (also known as dash or mcbean) is a very happy and loving boy He LOVES to swim, run, but most importantly go on the boat. His favorite snacks are red peppers and cucumber As a sheltie, his most important daily task is herding his family to bed every night at precisely the right time!!

DO YOU HAVE AN ADORABLE PET?

The Auburn Bay Community wants to meet them!

Email a picture and a brief description to: rrcoordinator@auburnbayorg to be featured in upcoming newsletters!

COMMUNITY NEWS

WANT TO SHARE SOME COMMUNITY NEWS ?

Sharing news, whatever it may be, with your neighbours is an amazing way to connect and celebrate our community members. Whether it's an amazing recipe you just tried or a sports team win, we want to hear from you! Email your news in to rrcoordinator@gmail.com

PROGRAMS ABRA

FREE

ABRA

PROGRAMS

KreativeKidsisBack!

Upcoming Dates: September 15th & 29th

We’rebackandreadytogetKreative!

KreativeKidsisreturningstartingSeptember 15th.Registeronlineorbycallingourmain office(403)537-2601andjoinourstaffon selectedFridaysforastoryandactivity. Thisfreeregisteredprogramrunsfrom 10:00am-10:30am.

*Drop-insarewelcomebutpleasebemindful suppliesmaybelimited!

CampfireFridays

6:00pm - 8:00pm

JoinourstaffforCampfireFridays! Makesomefallmemorieswithfriends andfamilyonselectedFridaysby roastingmarshmallowsoverthe firepit!Allsuppliesincluding marshmallowsandroastingstickswill beprovidedbyAuburnHouse.Please beadvisedCampfireFridaysare weatherdependentandregular guestrulesapply.

Registration also available through our Linktree on Instagram.

Younger Siblings Welcome!

ParentandTotDrop-in

9:30am - 12:00pm

ABRASafetyRangersProgram

ComedowntoAuburnHouseto enjoygymnasiumdrop-infor parentsandtoddlers,ages0to4. Therewillbeaselectionoftoysand equipmentavailableforyouand yourlittleonestoenjoy!Children mustbeunderparentalsupervision atalltimes.

Tuesdays,September12to December19(excl.Oct.31)

Saturdays,September16to December16(excl.Oct.28, Nov.11&18,Dec.9)

FREE Online Program: Ages (4-6) & (7-10)

Our Safety Ranger Program officially closes September 30th, 2023!

A huge thank you to all our participants who completed their workbooks. We hope you enjoyed this year‘s units!

Stay tuned for updates and information regarding graduation.

Safety Rangers is a free educational program offered by ABRA, aimed at providing valuable knowledge about practicing safety. Safety Ranger participants explore a variety of different safety topics through digital workbooks designed for their specific age group.

Don‘t miss out! Registration for next year opens in May 2024

THE ABRA IS A KIDSPORT CALGARY SPORT CLUB CHAMPION

As a part of our Safe Space Initiative, the ABRA became a KidSport Calgary Sport Club Champion in spring 2022 in order to offer more inclusive youth sport program opportunities to low-income families

KidSport Calgary offers grants of up to $500 per child/year to help cover sports registration fees for youth under 18 years of age To apply for a grant, visit: https://kidsportcanada.ca/alberta/calgary/

Questions? Email recprograms@auburnbay org

THANKYOUTO THEABRACAMP COUNSELLORS

If you happened to see some fun activities taking place within our park this summer, you should know that these engaging and memorable experiences were orchestrated by our exceptional team of camp counsellors. Our camp team dedicated their time to creating lasting summer memories for our young camp attendees this year!

Our camps were adeptly overseen by 2 lead counsellors whose commitment was reflected in the meticulous planning of each week's activities. Well done, and thank you for all your hard work!

COLOURFUL CONNECTIONS

CREATING COMMUNITY THROUGH ART

Working together on an art project is more than just a fun activity for kids. Collaborative art often involves making decisions as a group. Kids learn the art of compromise, finding ways to integrate various ideas into a cohesive piece. Working together to create art not only creates a lasting camp memory but encourages the celebration of individuality. While working together, children discover that each person brings a unique perspective and talent to the table. This encourages them to celebrate individuality and see the beauty in diverse talents.

In one of our camp weeks, we encouraged campers to collaborate on crafting a vibrant art mural for our park. Campers were given creative freedom to paint and draw whatever they liked on the canvas. After a collective effort we were left with a fun and beautiful compilation of drawings that will be featured in our park next summer. ABRA campers will experience a sense of connection with this artwork, knowing that their contributions played a significant role in creating this incredible mural for their community!

ABRADOESNOTPROVIDEGYMSUPERVISION

OPEN GYM & SPLIT GYM

OpenGym(Non-Netted):Basketball,floor hockey,dodgeball opengymisanall-ages opportunityforfamilyandyouthtousethe gymforsports!

SplitGym(HalfNetted,HalfNon-Netted):Half thegymaccommodatesnon-nettedsports andhalfaccommodatespickleballor badminton.

DROP-INPAYMENTSARENON-REFUNDABLE, NOEXCEPTIONS.

UPCOMINGGYMSCHEDULE

Please be aware of the rules for our gymnasium

IndoorCourtsdonothaveareservationsystem.All courtsareona"firstcomefirstserve"basis However,allplayersmustabidebytherotation systemandtaketurnsalternating gameplaywhentherearemoregroupsthan courts.

Onceamatchiscomplete,thenextavailable playerswillheadtoacourttostarttheirgame

Pleasebecourteous,fair,andrespectfulofallusers AuburnHousestaffdonotdelegategametimes and/orrotations

StartingSeptember1,2023

Adult guest drop-in fee: $10

Youth guest drop-in fee: $5

NEW DROP-IN RATES:

AfriendlyheadsupthatABRAwillbeincreasingourDrop-InRatesfor non-residentseffectiveSeptember1st,2023.Thispriceincreasewill assisttheABRAwiththegrowingdemandsofourequipmentusage. Weappreciateyourcooperationandunderstanding.

GYMNA REMIND

Allusersmust officebeforee gymnasium. Adultmember bringupto5g household)

ResidentsMUS guestswhileu Guestsareno facilityuntilth present.

Youthmembe writtenparent guests(perho Indoorshoesa users.

Nooutdoorho permitted.

Nofoodordrin GymnasiumS changeatany

Pleaserespec drop-intimes.

PleaseDONOTpu gymnasiumfloor courtlines. ABRAwillbemon forward.

UPCOMINGEVENTS

Auburn Bay Residents Only

Saturday,September9,2023

Funstarts@6:30pm|Fireworks@approx. 9:00pm(aftersunset)

JoinAuburnHouseincelebratingtheendof agreatsummeratthelake!Let’ssay farewelltosummerwithabanganda spectacularfireworksdisplayoverAuburn Baylake.

Funfestivitieswillbeginat6:30pm.Bouncy housesandrovingentertainment,plusthe CalgaryMiniDonutfoodtruckwillbeonsite withVHFCoffeetosatisfythatsweettoothand helptokeepyouwarm!Besuretogethere earlytoenjoytheeveningaswesaygoodbye tosummer.

MembershipcardsareMANDATORYfor accessandarerequiredfromeveryone.

NOCARD,NOACCESS.

Wewillbeimplementingthe‘Special EventFamilyMusterPoint’forourEndof SummerFireworksevent.

Pleasebeaware,inadditiontovideographyandphotography, theABRAwillalsobecapturingtheexperienceofthiseventwith dronefootage.Wewouldliketoremindeveryone,however,that thisfootageisforABRAmarketingpurposes,anditisstrictly prohibitedforunauthorizeddroneusebyotheronorinABRA propertyatanytime

PleaseNote:Theuseofpropanefueled,orotherwise,portable firepitsarenotpermittedforuseinthepark.

Event Advisory

Forsafetyreasons,thelakewillbeclosedpriorto andduringthisevent.TherewillbeNOboats,SUP’s, norwatercraftorinflatablesofanytypepermittedon thelake.Wealsoaskthateveryonestaysoutofthe waterduringthistime.*Thisincludesthosewhohave lakeaccessorlakeshoreproperties*.

Theboathousewillcloseforrentalsat7:00pm(or earlier,ifneeded)inpreparationforourevent.

Pleasealsokeepalldogsandpetssafelyindoors (preferablywithhumancompanionship)forthe durationofthefireworksshow.Whilefireworksare awesomeforhumans,theyarefrighteningand overwhelmingforpets. Thankyouforyourcooperation!

UPCOMINGEVENTS

UPCOMINGEVENTS

NationalDayforTruth andReconciliation

OrangeShirtDay

Saturday,September30,2023 1:00pm–4:00pm

TheABRAhaspartneredwiththeFirst NationsArtsAllianceforthe2023 NationalDayforTruthand ReconciliationandOrangeShirtDay.

OnSaturday,September30from1:00to 4:00pm,headondowntotheAuburn Houseparkinglotwhereyouhavethe opportunitytoacknowledgethis importantdayandsupportthe Indigenouscommunity.Wewillhave Indigenousfoodtrucksonsite,Indigenous vendorssellinghandmadeart,crafts,and oranget-shirtswillbeavailablefor purchasebytheFirstNationsArts Alliance.Costfort-shirtsis$20eachand paymentisavailablebycash,debitor credit. Thiseventisopentoeveryone.

FAMILYMUSTERPOINT FORSPECIALEVENTS

Hey Auburn Bay,

Wewouldliketoremindallofourresidentsand gueststhatsafetyisalwaysournumberone priority. WewillbeimplementingaSpecialEvent ‘FamilyMusterPoint’forallourofoutdoorfamily events,whichwillbelocatedinthesplashpark area.Wehighlyrecommendtoallresidents, particularlythosewithchildren,tofamiliarize yourselveswiththelocationoftheFamilyMuster Pointuponarrivaltoanevent.Pleasespeakwith yourchildrentoensureeveryoneknows,should youbeseparatedfromyourgrouporfamily,to meetupattheFamilyMusterPoint.Wewillhave staffstationedtheretoquicklyhelpreuniteyour group.Shouldyouhaveamembergomissing fromyourgroup,itisagoodideatoknowwhat everyoneiswearingforadescription.Itisofthe utmostimportancethatallresidentsknowwhere togo,andwhattodoincaseofanemergency.

InconjunctionwiththeSpecialEventFamilyMuster Point,wewillalsoagainbeproviding‘ParentID Wristbands’forkidsatspecialeventsinorderto safelyandquicklyreuniteachildwhohasbeen separatedfromtheirfamily.Wehighly recommendtoallparentsattendingouroutdoor eventswithchildrentoutilizethesewristbands.You willfindthesewristbandsforyourchild(ren)atthe parkentranceaswellasattheFamilyMusterPoint Thankyouforthinkingofsafetyfirst!

SAFE SPACE INITIATIVE

The ABRA Safe Space Initiative is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment, while recognizing the diversity of our residents, guests, staff and community. Through ongoing education, awareness, and outreach, this initiative aims to build a framework for recognizing the rights of all individuals to mutual respect and acceptance of others, regardless of differences, and without biases. Our policies and conduct are signed to hold our residents, patrons and staff accountable to the values of this initiative. This initiative is focused on fostering an inclusive safe space that promotes a sense of belonging in the community where individuals feel represented and dignified.

ABRAisalwayslookingforthewaystoenhanceourfacilityand createaninclusiveenvironmentforall Wevalueopinionsand suggestionsfromyoutohelpusimproveourfacility Whetheryou haveaquestion,suggestion,oridea,Pleasefeelfreetoemailusat safespace@gmail.com.Let'scontinueourworktogethertocreatea safe,inclusive,andacceptingenvironmentfreeofjudgementfor everyindividual