With the provincial election coming up May 29, from a municipal perspective, what would the City of Red Deer like to see the most from the next provincial government, regardless of who is elected? Increased communication and consultation on major projects, for example? Increased funding for areas of significant concern? What would you say to the party leaders? – rdnewsNOW READ MORE: City to annex County land to the north for regional ‘power centre’ģ. It is hard for me to speculate on the future of bricks and mortar stores with the popularity of online shopping, but what I can say is that we heard from the major commercial developer in the area that they do believe there is demand for brick-and-mortar commercial development of these lands. This type of location could also attract commercial corporations that own multiple subsidiaries as it facilitates their ability to co-locate their commercial interests. This location combined with the much larger scale than any other commercial development in Red Deer will attract commercial businesses and retailers that would not otherwise locate within the city of Red Deer. The future development of the annexation lands would have some similarities to the smaller power centers you would see around Red Deer already, however, the location along the highway provides an opportunity, unlike any other location in Red Deer, by capitalizing on and attracting the high volume of highway users, which is Alberta’s most important commercial corridor. How would this be different than what can already be found within the City? Why retail outlets when there is the growing popularity of online shopping? What do you see this ‘power centre’ being utilized for? – rdnewsNOW The City has stated its annexation of land west of the QEII will eventually be developed into a regional ‘power centre.’ Major Projects Planner David Girardin said this term can mean development of a larger outdoor shopping mall with big box stores and other smaller retailers. READ MORE: “It’s been a rough 10 years”: Fabricland store leaving Railyards locationĢ. As well, our team has worked closely with the landowner to explore opportunities the vacancy will introduce to the area. The long-term vision will provide hope and dignity for those in need while also integrating into the community, and it’s going to take all of us coming to the table to be able to do that.Īs for what we hope to see in that space, I do know that our administration has been working with the local Fabricland team to share information and available tools, like the Investment Opportunity Engine, should they consider relocation opportunities. What we need to remember is that we are planning for a fully integrated permanent shelter that transforms how we support the individuals who access it. The mitigation strategies are in response to the issues being faced by surrounding neighbours right now. I want to let the businesses and property owners in the Railyards neighbourhood know that we’ve heard you, and we understand. Last year, Council approved $513,600 over two years to directly address concerns that business and property owners in the area have identified over the last few years. We have been working closely with downtown business owners and the DBA on increasing mitigation strategies responding to issues being faced in the Railyards neighbourhood. We can all shape the future and the narrative of our downtown. I encourage all citizens to visit the downtown as part of your shopping and social activities. I believe in downtown renewal as does Council. Downtown is the vibrant heart of Red Deer, and we have seen a lot of positives in the area, including the fact that in 2022, 50 new businesses opened in the downtown area. It is always disappointing news to hear of a business closing, and in particular, when it is within the downtown core. What are your thoughts on the news that Fabricland, a large retailer near downtown Red Deer, is leaving? Given the business’s reasons for leaving, does the City have any concerns about having such a large empty space in close proximity to the shelter? Is the city working with the landowner on what to do with the space in the meantime? Does the city have any hopes for the space? – rdnewsNOW
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