City is likely to host 5 of the 17 sporting event venues in 2030 writes Carrie Brooks-Joiner
The Hamilton Municipal Preview for May 29, 2022
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Two meetings at City Hall, the beginning of an important week at the Red Hill Inquiry, and the Ontario Land Tribunal will decide on a multiplex application at 130 Wellington Street South.
Hamilton Reports 261 Watermain Breaks in 2021
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In 2021, 27 percent of watermain breaks occurred during January and February.
Always Have a Plan at the Ontario Land Tribunal … and Hire a Planner
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An Ancaster property owner failed to prepare for a OLT hearing, hired a personal injury lawyer the day prior, and lost their approvals to build a new home with pool.
BRIEF: City of Hamilton to Fund Concerts in BIAs
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New program expands the “Music Monday” model from City Hall to all of Hamilton.
BRIEF: Highway 403 Weekend Closures This Summer For Bridge Replacements
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There will be two weekend closures between King Street West and Highway 6. Dates are not yet announced.
BRIEF: Clr Terry Whitehead No Longer Chair of Hamilton Council’s Governance Committee
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Ward 1 Councillor Maureen Wilson was acclaimed as Chair. Wilson was Vice-Chair during the previous year.
Ward 13 Councillor Arlene Vanderbeek is the new Vice-Chair.
BRIEF: Hamilton Ontario 2021 Census Population and Dwelling Data By Ward
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The City of Hamilton’s Planning and Economic Development department just released its preliminary analysis of the 2021 federal census population data. General Manager of PED Jason Thorne writes the population increased in every ward except Ward 13 where “there was a minor population decline.” “City’s fastest growing communities are Glanbrook and Stoney Creek,” Thorne’s update reads. “Wards 2, 9, 11, and 15 saw the greatest population growth.” Hamilton exceeded its 2021 population projection by 1,755 persons, with the census reporting 584,755 persons living in our city.
Hamilton Announces Details For Voting By Mail in 2022’s Municipal Election
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City Hall says Hamiltonians will be able to request mail ballots using an online form between September 1st and 22nd using an online form on the City website.
BRIEF: Environmental Defence Granted Party Status By OLT in Hamilton Wetland Fight
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The owners of 140 Garner Road East are asking the Ontario Land Tribunal to overrule the Hamilton Conservation Authority and allow for the relocation of a wetland.
Hamilton Police Investigating Graffiti as Hate Crime
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The hateful racist graffiti was drawn upon the windows of the Hamilton Farmers Market early Friday morning. HPS is asking people to check security cameras between 1:00 and 2:15am.