A selection of news and readings that informs issues in Hamilton, municipal news from elsewhere, and other readings of interest.
Lisa Kearns Makes It Official, She’s Running for Mayor of Burlington: The current Ward 2 councillor made the announcement on Tuesday. She’s a formidable candidate, who can run on her record as a council member. Incumbent Mayor Marianne Meed Ward has not yet announced her intentions.
Pelham Mayor Pushes for Elected Councillor as Niagara Region Chair: Following Bob Gale’s sudden resignation as Niagara Region Chair, the Ontario Conservative government must appoint his replacement. Pelham’s Mayor wants the new chair to be chosen from the current members of Niagara regional council.
RCMP Investigates Calgary’s Former Mayor Jyoti Gondek and a Sitting City Councillor: The Globe and Mail is reporting, “RCMP have executed search warrants at the homes of former Calgary mayor Jyoti Gondek and a sitting city councillor, in an investigation that began in October.”
Calgary Downzoning Meeting Continues: As noted yesterday, Calgarians voted in 2025 to elect a council that promised to reverse a 2024 city-wide rezoning that permits missing middle housing in neighbourhoods. The multi-day council meeting began on Monday, and continued on Tuesday.
Yet Another Bill Dennis Controversy: Sarnia Councillor Bill Dennis is not apologizing for his latest scandalous comments. This followed an urgent special meeting of Sarnia Council which passed a motion calling on Dennis to apologize.
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