ECHA News May 22, 2013

Vol.3; Issue 5

May 22, 2013

Geese Update

Canada Goose nesting on ECHA's green roof

In case you missed our last email, a pair of Canada Geese has built a nest and laid eggs on ECHA's green roof.

The south patio will remain closed until further notice.This is for the safety of our occupants, as adult geese are protective of their families and can be very aggressive. Alberta Fish and Wildlife has recommended that the goose nest be left undisturbed until the young have hatched and subsequently leave the area.

However, the north patio has been reopened so do take advantage of the warmer weather and enjoy the sunshine there.

If you are curious and want to have a look, please go to the 5th floor, near 5-486 (south end). You will have a good view from the unoccupied space in that area. Please do not enter staff cubicles to access windows. Thanks for your co-operation!

New Ion Water Systems

Van Houtte Ion Water Filtration Systems have been installed in the nutrition nooks of both Atriums to keep up with larger demand in those particular areas. Key features includes the following:

Filters and chills fresh water instantly
Dispenses 7 oz of water every 30 seconds
Also dispenses hot filtered water suitable for tea/hot-chocolate/instant soup
Reduces energy consumption
Replaces 8,000 - 16 oz plastic bottles with a single filter

For more information on the systems, please refer to the Info Sheet.

We are continuing to explore other options to provide either vending, or self-service facilities through an ECHA-wide solution. If you have any ideas, please feel free to let us know: echaadmin@ualberta.ca

Information for our Bikers

A reminder that bicycles (and motorcycles) are not permitted in the building at any time. There are bike racks at several locations around the building (see map below).

Map of bike racks around ECHA

Alternatively, monthly or yearly permits can be purchased for the bicycle cage located by the entrance of the Education Carpark. Please contact Parking Services for more information.

New CPL/PLP Programs Manager, FoMD

On May 6, Debbie Smeaton joined the Continuous Professional Learning (CPL/PLP) programs as Operations and Business Development Manager. She will oversee the day-to-day operations of the programs, and assist with exploring new opportunities for program growth and partnerships. She can be reached at 780-248-1068, or debbie.smeaton@ualberta.ca

Off-site During Spring/Summer

The staff of the Scott Library would like to thank those who visited us on site at ECHA during the Fall/Winter terms. Services will stop during the Spring/Summer session but will begin again September 9, 2013.

Need help while we are away? See http://www.library.ualberta.ca/askus/ for other means of contacting the Library.

John W. Scott Library Hours

Extended exam hours (open till Midnight) will end April 26th.

Spring/Summer hours starting on April 29: