Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 7 p.m. at the Canadian Football Hall of Fame, 58 Jackson Street West.

This is a "must attend" event for all DNA members and residents of the Durand neighbourhood! You will hear about what the DNA has been doing over the past year for the betterment of our neighbourhood. You will hear about our plans for next year. Our Crime Manager from Hamilton Police Services, Sgt. Chris Zafirides, will be in attendance to briefly discuss recent crime trends in the Durand.

The DNA Park Revitalization Committee will be presenting its proposal concerning the Durand Park makeover.  We will then hear very positive news from our Ward 2 Councillor Bob Bratina about the future development of the Durand Park. Lawrence Stasiuk, Landscape Architect, with the Public Works Department of the City of Hamilton, will discuss the role of the City in terms of design and plans for the Durand Park.

The City of Hamilton Economic Development and Planning Committee received a report outling the costs related to the retention and maintenance of the St. Mark's Church site located at 130 Hunter Street at Bay. This building received heritage designation in 1995 and the open green space has been utilized as a neighbourhood park. Until June 2008, the City was intent on selling the site. This changed in the face of the protest from the DNA and residents alike. This latest report outlines various options for the continued use of the space. The report will be discussed at the Economic Development and Planning Committee meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. at the Albion Room in the Hamilton Convention Centre. If you are unable to attend this meeting, please read the report and let the DNA know what you think by emailing president@durandna.com.

To obtain the report follow these instructions: (1) go to www.myhamilton.ca (2) enter the word "agenda" in the search box (3) click on "Agendas, Minutes and Reports" (4) click on "Economic Development and Planning" (5) click on "October 21, 2008" (6) at item 8.3 of the Agenda, click on "Costs Related to St. Mark's Anglican Church (Hamilton) (PED08128(a)) (Ward 2)".

Our Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 21st, 2008 at 7 p.m. at the Canadian Football Hall of Fame, 58 Jackson Street West, Hamilton. Following the business portion of the meeting, the DNA will present its Durand Park Revitalization plan. Learn about our fundraising initiatives and plans for the park. We also expect the City to participate in the discussion. More details will follow.

Please click here for details about the Kids Events, Food, Main Stage Events, and sponsor information, all coming your way on Saturday, June 21 starting at 11 am. You can Pre-Register for the Pet Show by phoning Pam at 905-529-0845. You will also be able to Register at the Park on Saturday, June 21 between 10:30 - 11:00 am.

The DNA received confirmation from City that the Durand Park is getting a Playlot Leader, or "Supie" as they are popularly known, this summer! The Playlot Program is a FREE drop in program offering games, crafts, sports and special events. It is geared to children ages 5 - 12 years old. The Playlot Program runs from July 7th - August 22nd, Mondays to Fridays.