This generation of MSU student leaders are engaging in civic affairs, if they can mobilize their peers to vote in 2018, they can change the City.
EDITOR’S STATEMENT: The Public Record and City Manager’s Office Reach Understanding
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The Public Record and the City of Hamilton City Manager's Office have reached an understanding following last week's incident involving the removal of TPR from a meeting of the Property Standards Committee.
The Public Record Kicked Out of City Hall Public Meeting for “Broadcasting” By Tweeting
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Just another day at Hamilton City Hall... The Public Record was ordered to leave a public meeting of the Property Standards Committee today after the City Hall objected to the use of Twitter in the public gallery. The City says the use of a "electronic device" by a member of the public to post to Twitter constitutes "broadcasting" and is forbidden under new rules. The rules are not publicly available on the City website. These are the tweets the City Manager's Office says constitute "disruptive behaviour":
Happening now - Property Standards Tribunal hearing on current state of Gore Bldgs. Robert Miles testifying #YHMgov pic.twitter.com/LHCrAX3hrU
— Joey Coleman (@JoeyColeman) March 6, 2017
At issue: City order for plywood installation and painting after a Nov 9/16 break-in of Gore Bldgs #YHMgov pic.twitter.com/dTLnD4qJOH
— Joey Coleman (@JoeyColeman) March 6, 2017
Robert Miles is a public figure in Hamilton, a Realtor and manager for one of largest property owners in the downtown.
In CHP. v. Hamilton, Courts Will Decide on Transgender Rights, Political Party Expression, and Federal Provincial Jurisdiction
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It's easily the biggest legal case out of City Hall yet - the Courts will decide on the balance between transgender rights and political party expression, combined with the classic question of Confederation - the divide and overlap between federal and provincial jurisdictions, this case is likely bound for the Supreme Court of Canada.
Here's an overview of some of the issues and background in this case.
Statement on Covering City Hall in Light of Recent Allegations by City Council
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The Public Record will continue to record public meetings, record Council votes, and continue to practice responsible independent journalism.
The Ainslie Wood Community Association: Some Impressions by Joey Coleman
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There are residents on the AWCA working to transition it from single issue advocacy to an established neighbourhood association that is focused on community planning instead of reactionary responses to Town and Gown issues.
The Two Touchstones Joey Coleman is Watching for at Council in 2017
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Originally posted on Now.ThePublicRecord.ca, TPR's microblog
I'm breaking with traditional journalistic convention in this start of the year look ahead post. I'll pass on listing topics of debate in the coming year and tackle a bigger issue. In 2017, I'll be watch for progress on two culture touchstones, because no matter the issue, they'll define Council's success during the coming year. The two touchstone issues are dignity and diligence. Will Councillors uphold and enhance the dignity of their offices in 2017?
Quick Response to Donna Skelly and John Best’s Claims The Public Record is a Proprietor of Fake News
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The full audio of the meeting proves Donna Skelly said what The Public Record reported. Don't Take Our Word for It, Listen Yourself.
Coleman: Why I Spoke Up About The Trump Hat
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There are those in our community sincerely frightened and hurt by the statements made by Trump against immigrants, Mexicans, Muslims, and others. I stand with my fellow community members, silence is not an option.
HSR Finally Hiring Social Media, Into Bureaucracy Not Transit Operations
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A big change from the plan is that the HSR social media coordinator is no longer part of the HSR operations group, and will instead be part of the HSR's bureaucracy housed within "Transit Strategy and Infrastructure" - the same group bringing us lipstick on a pig "HSR+" this fall.
DISCLOSURE: Beasley Neighbourhood Association and Movement to Build John/Rebecca Park
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A disclosure for readers of The Public Record. I'm active in my neighbourhood association, the Beasley Neighbourhood Association and am involved in the BNA's initiative to see the implementation of the City's plan for a park on the City block bound by John, Rebecca, Catharine, and King William.