Joey’s Notepad: Hamilton Municipal Election Voter Turnout Data
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I’ve compiled voter turnout data for Hamilton’s past municipal elections, with charts to look at trends city-wide and at the ward level.
Another Citizen Member Resigns From Hamilton Market Board
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This is only the latest resignation for the Board which two consultant reports have described as ineffective. A third consultant’s report is ongoing, no date has been announced for its completion.
COLEMAN: A Vague Sign Bylaw is a Bad Sign Bylaw
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City Staff propose to give themselves powers not provided in provincial law, and to do so in a vague manner.
Joey’s Notepad: On UHOP Changes Removing Fifty Road and QEW as a “Future Multi Modal Hub”
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A brief on why the change and what the change means.
Hamilton MoH Dr. Richardson Seeks to Make 40 “Temp” COVID Positions Permanent
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Dr. Richardson expects the need for more permanent staff “as COVID-19 transitions to an endemic state”. Presently, key staff are leaving for permanent positions elsewhere, and Hamilton needs to retain them.
Hamilton Market Board Not Covered by Open Meeting Rules: Ontario Ombuds
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Ombudsman’s findings follow a secret September 2020 meeting, and includes recommendations the Board ensure its meetings are open to the public with public notices provided in advance.
COLEMAN: On Brenda Johnson’s Announcement to Not Seek Re-election
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The news is a surprise. Johnson remains one of the most productive members of Council, with a stellar attendance record, and is very engaged in long-term capital planning at City Hall.
HSR May Decrease Service as Driver Absences Increase: Memo
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If HSR is short of bus operators due to COVID, summer levels of service, with “extras”, may be implemented as a temporary measure, similar to March 2020.
Neighbours Opposed New Home on East 22nd Street, Now The OLT Will Decide
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Nearby homeowners oppose rental duplexes in their neighbourhood, writing they are concerned about traffic, parking, noise, and setting a precedent that will allow more housing in their mature area.
Mayor Eisenberger Says He Is “Definitely Up” For Seeking Reelection, Will Announce Decision early in 2022
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During his end of the year message, the Mayor praised Council, Senior City Staff, and all the frontline workers involved in responding to the COVID pandemic and the social challenges facing Hamilton.