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These projects include:

An expanded BMO Centre - Located at the Stampede Grounds, an expanded BMO Centre will draw larger trade shows and conventions to our downtown. We should move ahead quickly with the other orders of government on the expansion of Hall F and work with the Calgary Stampede to develop a funding plan for the rest of the proposed expansion.

A rebuilt Olympic Plaza - A modernized public space that is better designed to host our community’s festivals and events, both large and small.

A new arena - I support a new arena, and certainly there is enormous benefit in having a NHL team and an arena in the downtown core, but it has to be the right deal for Calgarians - a made-in-Calgary solution that meets our unique needs during this fragile economic recovery. Built north of the Saddledome, in the heart of Victoria Park, a new arena could host sporting events and concerts throughout the year. I believe that we can develop a win/win funding model that works for both the taxpayer and CSEC (the owners of the Flames). The funding model must be based on the principle of public benefit for public money. The City will never walk away from the table and I will work hard to reach the right deal.

The Green Line LRT Station at 4th Street SE - The Green Line will connect the cultural and entertainment district to the thousands of Calgarians who will live and work along our new LRT line.

An expanded Arts Commons - Calgary has outgrown its performing arts centre and it needs a significant expansion to bring more shows to our community and increase performance space for local arts organizations. This investment will also improve Arts Commons’ long-term financial sustainability. There may also be an opportunity for a revitalized Glenbow, which is located right next door.

An innovation centre - Local entrepreneurs and startups need space to incubate and grow their businesses. CMLC and a private sector partner have plans to build 55,000 square feet of incubation space on top of a new 500 stall parking structure in the East Village. The innovation centre, which will have strong links to the New Central Library and Bow Valley College, will support the development of new businesses and new jobs.

Public realm investment in key downtown neighbourhoods - Chinatown, Eau Claire, Stephen Avenue, East Village, Victoria Park and the Beltline are all great neighbourhoods and attractive destinations on their own but can be so much better. We need to support their success by continued investments in public spaces which will make for a more vibrant and attractive city centre.

Redevelopment of Victoria Park – A new collaborative approach for Victoria Park will be required between CMLC, the City, private landowners, Calgary Stampede and CSEC to make Victoria Park a great place to live and work.