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  Erskine, Barry
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NameBarry Erskine
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InfoBarry Erskine was elected to his third term as Alderman for Ward Eleven in October 1998. As an environmentalist and rated horticulturist, Barry has a Bachelor of Science Degree, and has hosted QR77's Talk Gardening phone-in show for a number of years.

Barry's wife, Robin, and their two children, James and Erin, wholeheartedly support his wish to effectively represent the residents of Ward Eleven.

This commitment can be seen in his direct involvement in such significant committees as:
Business Revitalization Zone (BRZ), Marda Loop
Calgary Exhibition and Stampede Board, Council Representative
Centre for Performing Arts - Executive Management Board, Calgary
Corporate Effectiveness Committee
Intergovernmental Affairs Committee, Vice-Chair
Organizational Review Stakeholder Advisory Forum, Council Representative
Standing Committee on Personnel Matters
Standing Policy Committee on Operations and Environment, Vice-Chair
Bow River Basin Council, Vice-Chair
City Tree Policy Committee, Co-Chair
Constructed Wetlands Committee, Chair
Environmental Advisory Committee, Council Representative
Pesticide Education and Best Practice Committee, Co-Chair
River Valleys Committee, Advisor from Council
Standing Policy Committee on Transportation, Transit and Parking
Support Urban Park Plan designating the Weaselhead the highest level of environmental protection
Motion to have road west of the Weaselhead
Motion not to use 37th Street north of Glenmore Reservoir for Sarcee Trail extension
Moved and passed Memorandum of Understanding twice, subsequently signed by both parties
In addition, Alderman Erskine has focused his abilities in areas such as the formation of the Constructed Wetlands Task Force and the initiatives to conserve the Elbow River valley for the future of all Calgarians. He has also assisted in establishing shelters for the homeless and temporary accommodations for women such as the Calgary Women's Shelter and the Calgary Native Women's Shelter.

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