This committee will provide review and feedback to the UNA Board of Directors on a UNA Zero Waste Bylaw scope and draft. The committee is expected to meet spring through fall 2013.

UNA Civic Engagement Committee

This committee serves the UNA Board of Directors to consider policies and programs related to the participation of UNA residents in community initiatives. The objective of the committee is to build the UNA into a vibrant, inclusive and involved community.

If you wish to be considered for any of the above volunteer roles, please email reception@myuna.ca before Tuesday, April 30, indicating skills and experience that you could contribute.

The UNA is hosting an Emergency Preparedness Workshop where residents can learn about fire / earthquake safety, and 72 hour emergency preparedness.  UNA residents can register in person at The Old Barn Community Centre or call 604.827.4469.

UNA Community E-waste drop off

Come out to the UNA Community E-waste drop off day! You will be able to recycle household electronics including small batteries, mobile phones, computers, laptops, computer accessories, audio/video equipment, small appliances and more! Learn more about the UNA E-waste program.

• Date: Saturday April 20 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
• Location: Wesbrook Village Parking Lot
• Cost: FREE

Community Earth Day

• Date: Sunday  April 21, 12:00 PM-3:00 PM
• Location: The Old Barn Community Centre
• Cost: FREE

Roundabout Fact Sheet

For more information on the roundabout including why we are making the improvements, download the fact sheet that contains all of the key information related to this project.

Walk’n Roll

Ensuring the safety of the community is C+CP and the UNA’s first priority. In addition to the new design changes, the UNA and UTown@UBC have partnered to host Walk n’ Roll; a fun, community-based initiative to encourage active transportation, promote a safe and walkable community and build support for a Walking School Bus. Learn more about the Walk ‘n Roll program.

Construction Schedule

The improvements to West 16th Avenue will be phased in over the coming weeks and months.

• April 2013: Launch of Walk’n Roll Safe Walk to School routes program
• April 2013: Provide MOTI with location for pedestrian crossing lights at Wesbrook Mall and West 16th Ave. roundabout.
• April / May 2013: Install speed detection devices on the approaches to the Wesbrook Mall and West 16th Ave. roundabout.
• April 2013: Start construction of East Mall roundabout and 16th Ave. improvements.
• May to June 2013: Install tactile mats, and 30 km/hr speed limit signs.
• April to August 2013: Throughout construction, there will be changes to lane configurations on each approach to the East Mall intersection, but a traffic management plan has been developed to maintain pedestrian and cyclist movement and safety. As construction progresses and lanes are re-opened to traffic, install regulatory signage (including school zone signs) and pavement markings.
• September 2013: Anticipated completion of East Mall roundabout, mid-block crossing, and other 16th Ave. improvements including installation of flashing orange lights and pedestrian crossing signage at Wesbrook Mall and East Mall roundabouts.
• Future Planning: Further traffic safety measures east of Wesbrook Mall.

Traffic Management

Construction of the East Mall roundabout, 16th Avenue improvements, and Wesbrook Mall roundabout enhancements will begin in April 2013 and are expected to be complete by September 2013. More information will be posted here as construction progresses. Throughout construction, there will be changes to lane configurations on each approach to the East Mall intersection, but a traffic management plan has been  developed to maintain pedestrian and cyclist movement and safety. As construction progresses and lanes are reopened to traffic, install regulatory signage  (including school zone signs) and pavement markings.

UNA Board Presentation

On April 9, UBC provided an update to the UNA Board on the the improvements to 16th Ave, and the steps being taken to respond to community concerns. Click here to download the presentation made to the UNA Board on April 9th. 

UTown@UBC Kids Fit

The UTown@UBC Kids Fit Program is a 6-week fun and interactive after-school program for kids aged 7-12 years old who live in UTown@UBC to engage in physical activity in a fun and social setting! The program offers kids meaningful, inclusive and age appropriate physical activities on campus.

Who?

• UTown@UBC Kids Fit is offered to children who live in either Acadia Park or UNA neighbourhoods
• Kids Fit is offered to children aged 7-12.  There are 80 spaces available in the program.

When?

• Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:00pm – 6:00pm
• May 1, 2013 to June 12, 2013
• There are no Kids Fit session on May 20

Where?

• All sessions will have child drop-off and pick-up in the Acadia Park Commons Block, 2707 Tennis Crescent

What’s included in the $35 registration fee?

• Age appropriate physical activities
• Quality physical activity instruction by senior-level students in UBC’s School of Kinesiology
• Out-trips to UBC athletic facilities
• a UTown@UBC Kids Fit t-shirt

What activities will my child be participating in?

• Games and sports
• Swimming at the UBC Aquatic Centre
• Outdoor pursuits and more!

Who will be responsible for my child?

• All activities are supervised and led by senior-level UBC students who have completed first aid training

How do I register my child?

• Registration will be available on April 2, 2013
• Pick up and drop off registration forms at the front desk, Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd
• Registration is $35 for families who live in the UNA neighbourhoods, and $70 for the public

Registration begins Tuesday, April 2, 2013 and closes Sunday, April 21, 2013 at 10:00pm.

As space is limited registration is first-come first-serve

UTown@UBC Youth Fit

The UTown@UBC Youth Fit Program is 6-week fun and interactive opportunity for UTown@UBC youth aged 13-18 years old to engage in physical activity in a fun and social setting! This program will not only promote physical activity and healthy choices but will also foster leadership and team-building skills in participants. Activities could include rock climbing, soccer, volleyball, bowling, and lots more!

When?

• Wednesdays, 6:30pm-8:30pm
• Saturdays, 3:30pm-6:00pm
• May 4, 2013 to June 15, 2013
• There is no UTown@UBC Youth Fit session on Saturday, May 18

Where?

• Participants will be responsible to coordinate their own transportation to each session.
• Locations will vary depending on the activity.

What’s included?

• All costs associated with planned activities
• Quality physical activity instruction by senior-level students from UBC’s School of Kinesiology
• a UTown@UBC Youth Fit t-shirt

How do I register?

• Pick up and drop off registration forms at the front desk, Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd.
• Registration is $50 for youth who live in UNA neighbourhoods, and $75 for the public

Registration begins Tuesday, April 2, 2013 and closes Sunday, April 21, 2013 at 10:00pm.

As space is limited registration is first-come first-serve.

For more information please contact:
Kathleen Lane
Phone: 604–822-0207
E-mail: kathleen.lane@ubc.ca 

Walk ‘n Roll to School Celebration Week! View Map here!

UTown@UBC and the UNA have teamed up to promote healthy, active transportation in our community! So lace up your walking shoes, jump on your skateboard, bike or scooter and Walk ‘n Roll to School during Celebration Week May 27th to 31st!

From bike safety checks to walking school buses to giveaways, there will be lots of fun activities, great prizes and safety initiatives throughout the week, including:

Pre-Celebration Week Bike Safety Check: Keep your bikes in tip-top shape with a little help from More Bikes! May 23rd at lunch at UHill Elementary and May 24th at lunch at UHill Secondary

Walk’n Roll Kick Off : Wear yellow on Monday, May 27th to show your support for walking and biking! UHill Elementary and UHill Secondary students wearing yellow can pick up a treat at lunch from the Walk’n Roll team!

Walking School Bus: Walking School Buses led by community volunteers will be available from each neighbourhood to University Hill Elementary School every morning May 27th -May 31st. University Hill Secondary students, meet up with friends at the designated times and locations to walk or ride to school! Meeting locations and times are included on the UTown@UBC School Routes map.

Walk ‘n Roll Passport: Collect a stamp for each day you walk or ride to school. Hand your passport in at school on May 31st and you will be entered to win great prizes! Check out the UTown@UBC School Routes map to find out where to get your passport stamped each morning.

RCMP Speed Watch at Chancellor Boulevard and at West 16th: Speeders beware; the RCMP will be on watch throughout the week!

Roundabout Guides: Staff will be at the roundabout after school on Monday, May 27th to help students practice safely crossing a roundabout.

Walk ‘n Roll Celebration Rally on May 31st at UHill Elementary at recess and UHill Secondary at lunch. The grand prize draw includes a new bike from More Bikes!

And much more!

For more information and a full schedule of events and activities please visit www.planning.ubc.ca/walknroll.

We hope to see you all Walking and Rolling to School!

*NEW* Changes to the Parking Regulations

• Implementation of Parking Permit Fees
• Introduction of the complimentary Parking Day Pass
• Adjusting Parking Time Restrictions in Hawthorn Place
• Adjusting Parking Time Restrictions in Wesbrook Place

Please send your comments, by April 5 to reception@myuna.ca