We might Guava problem with following through on our priorities
Download MP3Council chambers are full of people exercising their democratic right and speaking to council; Troy breaks down why that's stupid and why they shouldn't. And meanwhile we're back to the old refrain: city administration does not seem to be following council's strategic direction in day-to-day operation of the city.
Here are the relevant links for this episode:
Calgary 2026
Metro Line LRT
Signs
Public Hearing & Speaking at Council
- Rec centres, tax burden dominate Edmonton city budget hearing
- The City of Edmonton has an opportunity to support new approaches to local journalism
All is Bright
Community Rec Facilities
- City could save $1.4M closing trio of underused pools, community 'blindsided'
- Program & Service Review Project Plan
Scramble Intersections
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