With Calgary as the election battleground, timing may be right for chamber's $500M request yyc ableg abpoli Column by ChrisVarcoe:
“Well, if we get half, it’s all good,” joked Calgary chamber CEO Deborah Yedlin on Tuesday as the group“It’s really important to put the numbers to the ask, so people understand the magnitude of what we need to really revitalize the downtown.”So are the issues that need to be tackled in the core, from a lack of vibrancy in the evenings and ongoing safety concerns, to a vacancy rate in downtown office towers that is still above 25 per cent.
In its new platform, the chamber seeks provincial funding of at least $40 million to support the conversion of office buildings into housing units, startup spaces and to host post-secondary faculties in the area.Article content The chamber document asks for $200 million in additional support for various arts organizations across the city, including the Glenbow Museum, Arts Commons and the National Music Centre.
It wants almost $6 million earmarked for local safety measures, such as hiring more transit peace officers. “Whatever comes into leadership . . . investing in your downtown should be one of your top priorities. Also, investing in your downtown helps with the safety aspects,” said Coun. Sonya Sharp.The business group is calling for $108 million to support existing community development projects, including work on Olympic Plaza, Stephen Avenue and redevelopment of the downtown’s west end.Article content
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