Nov 3, 2023
Ahead of the October 31 Urban Planning Committee Meeting, IDEA sent a letter to City Council expressing our organization's support of Council's efforts to promote downtown vibrancy, particularly along the line of office tower conversions. The letter is as follows:
To Urban Planning Committee, Mayor and City Council:
The Infill Development in Edmonton Association (IDEA) is an educational and advocacy nonprofit, non-partisan association that represents over 200 city builders and city shapers. Our purpose is to drive change toward people-centred communities within Edmonton’s mature neighbourhoods. The majority of our members are small and local businesses, passionate about executing Council’s City Plan goals.
IDEA would like to express its support of City Council's efforts to promote downtown vibrancy. We appreciate Council's commitment to improving our city centre and believe continued investigation of office tower conversions is merited.
Downtown Edmonton is a critical part of our city, attracting residents and visitors to its businesses, culture, and recreational opportunities. We believe that enhancing downtown vibrancy will create a more connected and thriving urban environment for all.
Our association is dedicated to promoting responsible and innovative infill development within the city, which aligns with the goals of a vibrant downtown. We support Council in its efforts to improve public spaces, transportation, and the overall atmosphere for businesses and residents.
We encourage open communication and cooperation with City Council, working together on initiatives that will enhance downtown vibrancy. Please feel free to reach out if there are specific ways we can assist.
Thank you for your dedication to our city's well-being and your vision for a vibrant downtown Edmonton. We look forward to working together to achieve these shared goals.