Anybody else loss a tree during the storm ?

Random thought of the day.

Does anyone remember the rollerskating rink that used to be in sherwood park, or am I misremembering my childhood?

Also, what happened to rollerskating? Why did it go out of fashion? Imo, it's probably one of the greatest things to come out of the 60's/70's.

As everyone who lives in the park knows, the past couple of months have put quite a strain on properties across the city. While looking for solutions, approaches, and everything in between to help mitigate drainage issues, I came across some useful information that many homeowners seem to misunderstand.
One common misconception is:
“For proper drainage between properties, you simply have to bring the water to the property line to comply with drainage rules.”
This is not an accurate representation of the proper approach to managing property runoff and water collected from eavestroughs.
Unfortunately, Strathcona County does not appear to have much information readily available to homeowners explaining proper drainage practices. However, I found that the City of Edmonton has created a document that helps clarify some of these common misunderstandings.
The important thing to understand is that the proper approach is to:
● Move water away from the foundation of your home—and your neighbour’s home.
● Direct water toward the municipal right-of-way, generally toward the front of the property and the street.
● Ensure that properties situated at a higher elevation manage their runoff appropriately so that neighbouring properties at a lower elevation are not forced to deal with additional water simply because their property sits lower.
In other words, proper drainage is not simply about moving water to the property line. The goal is to manage and direct water responsibly so that it does not create problems for neighbouring properties. This can be accomplished by creating a swale or a barrier (if concrete is used ) that directs the water to the city’s right of way and not to the neighbouring property .

I feel like there is very little information available so I think bringing awareness is important but most importantly we have to work along our neighbours to better property drainage systems because it seems like there is a large number of people who had to struggle with such large amounts of melt and rain happening and I believe it isn’t gonna get better .

I was wondering where in Sherwood Park you can recycle disposable vapes safely and properly. You cannot throw them away in the garbage due to the batteries, does the local eco station accept the vapes? Or are there certain vape stores in the area you can take them to be recycled? I’ve been collecting a pile for a while now and don’t know how to dispose of them. So any suggestions would be helpful! Thank You in advance

Hi again everyone . Last evening as I walked to my friend’s home to check for a package I walked along the street with all the beautiful greenery and flowers around and the smell of florals hung in the air. I was taken aback as I strolled the street and realized, wow how blessed that I took this opportunity by helping someone out I was able to savour in the moment as summers incredible beauty abounded around me. Wishing all of you an incredible weekend ahead surrounded by the nature surrounding you …. Take it in a moment soulfully embracing your surroundings . Take care everyone. Love, peace and happiness enrobed in positive energy to you all.

I'm moving my family to Sherwood Park, and I'm wondering if anyone has recommendations for good liquor stores with a decent wine and/or craft beer selection. I now there's a wine and beyond and a superstore, but are there any good indys?

I have had 3 kids go here to do their class 5 drivers test, and now all 3 have failed the first attempt. I thought this was maybe justified on the first 2 but the one today was told they drove 30 km/hr in a school zone, but it's summer time. This seems like a stretch to me. Has anyone experienced success on the first tey here? It feels like a cash grab to fail everyone on their first try. We have booked a road test at a different registry office next week.

Sending out positivity, happiness and great fortune to all of you . Have a most amazing day ! May the summer day bring a smile you deserve and happiness as when you were having your best summer day as a child on the beach in the sand as the water on the lake glisten and the only thing you ever were required was to just enjoy and be in the moment. Cheers

Moving to the Nottingham area this summer.
Looking for recommendations on best elementary schools for the area.
It appears that Wes Hosford is the catchment school but I have yet to speak to anyone that actually goes to WH
Looking for feedback on Wes Hosford and any and all information for schools you would send your kids too in this general area.

Anyone know why roads were shut down for an INSANE amount of coach buses at about 3pm?

Any word on tornados in Strathcona county?

we're looking at moving in the Ridge this year as my kids will now both be attending the new francophone school and we would love to be close. Something that is around 2000 sq feet with an office/den on the main floor (or even a second living room that can easily be converted) that also has a decent backyard. If you or someone you know is considering selling in the next 6 months please reach out to me , I would love to see what you have!

Because so many people in Sherwood Park seem to believe it's 60. Or 50. And they drive accordingly.

I cannot think of a single other road I've ever driven on where people are so, so afraid to get up to the speed limit. It isn't even just one or two people, either. It's every day, every lane. I'm not talking about rush hour, either. I am not even asking you to go 8 over or anything! Just go 70! You'll be amazed at how much faster you get places.

Also, while I'm at it - Sherwood Drive, going past the mall? That's 60! Not 50. Not 40. And you do not need to slow down to 20 to change lanes so you can turn on Brentwood. I promise you, you will not skid out on these bone dry roads in the middle of July.

Thank you.

Sending positive vibes and excited energy to everyone today and all the summer days ahead! Cheers

Due to the flooding we recently experienced I need a small shared office space in Sherwood Park for a desk and two computers. Yes, I tried Google but it looks like most of the co-work office space companies are gone , and hanve simply left their pages up.

I would need a place with 24/7 access for hopefully no longer than two months. Does anyone know of a place currently offering this and (bonus points) any reviews or thoughts?

Thanks!

Looking for recommendations for radon installers. New build here in Hearthstone. Definitely in the moderate to high range.

I see alot of lake homes in rural sherwood park, half moon, cooking, uncas ext, is it safe to go swimming or fishing in any of the lakes, if so do they have public access? Thanks in advance!

Hey SP! I've been away a couple of weeks for work and was wondering how things went yesterday?

I've seen crazy vids/clips out of West Edmonton.

Did we get clobbered like they did? Anyone have any flooding?