The Police Board is not saying what it did during the meeting, beyond announcing they are making National Truth and Reconciliation Day on September 30 a statutory holiday for Hamilton Police.
Hamilton Police Project $1.6-Million Surplus for 2020
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Hamilton’s Police Service is projecting a $1.6-million fiscal surplus for 2020, which the HPS attributes to significantly lower than average retirements, decreased training due to COVID physical distancing requirements, and decreased use of fuel, utilities, and supplies.
Milinda C. Athulathmudali of Dundas Named to Hamilton Police Services Board
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The provincial government appointed Dundas resident Milinda “Mel” C. Athulathmudali to the Hamilton Police Services Board for a three year term beginning on September 10, 2020.
Proposed Site Plan for new Hamilton Public Library Carlisle Library Branch Revealed
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Renovation of TD bank branch into a library will include an outdoor reading patio and extended self-service access hours.
Hamilton Public Library Expanding Hours Starting October 5
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Chief Librarian notes if the Province reimposes COVID restricts, libraries will pivot to self-serve only with reduced hours.
SIU Investigative Report into Hamilton Arrest Leaves Many Questions Unanswered
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SIU Director’s Report skips over key questions in concluding use of force justified. No wonder report after report finds Ontario wanting for better police oversight.
Committee of Adjustment Holds First Video Conference Meeting
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Meeting runs smoothly as CoA approves all but one application.
Hamilton Police Board Promises Change Without Changing
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During a video conference meeting, members of the Board voted unanimously to “accept” the findings. They promise they will implement the 38 recommendations, but their words reveal a resistance to change, and a serious lack of understanding of the need for reform revealed in the report.
Hamilton Public Library "accelerating" plans for pick-up service this summer
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Chief Librarian says HPL is working to safely provide access to materials as the COVID situation improves. Library pivoted online in March, using its existing Pandemic Plan to guide their response.
Hamilton LGBTQ Committee Votes to Revoke City Hall's Privilege to Raise Pride Flag in Protest of City Discrimination
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In response to the City’s employment of the last known leader of the Heritage Front Marc Lemire in a senior IT security role, and how the City conducted citizen committees.
Another Citizen Resignation from Dysfunctional Hamilton Farmers’ Market Board
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“As much as I am committed to the Hamilton Farmers’ Market I can no longer, as a matter of personal integrity, be part of the Board, whose focus has shifted to the demands of one stakeholder group at the expense of the wishes and needs of other stakeholders” – Marisa Di Censo