Hamilton’s General Manager of Public Works Dan McKinnon and Director of Water Andrew Grice are no longer employed by the City of Hamilton writes City Manager Janette Smith in multiple emails today.
Posted inCity Hall
Hamilton’s Development Industry Spending Thousands on Facebook Ads
You can see how much the Hamilton Needs Housing campaign is spending on Facebook.
Posted inColeman's Notes
COLEMAN: Why an Independent Investigation is Needed into Allegations Against By-law Enforcement
To ensure public confidence and remove any apprehension of bias, an outside lawyer needs to review the allegations and procedures involved.
Posted inPolice Services Board
Hamilton Police Board Held Secret Emergency Meeting on September 2nd
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.
Posted inColeman's Notes
Coleman’s Notes: Another Developer Frustrated with City Hall Being Closed
Developers of all sizes are beginning to publicly complain about City Hall remaining closed due to COVID, stating there are shortcomings with the City’s planning division staff all working from home.
Posted inColeman's Notes
Thousands of Mail-In Ballots Cast in Hamilton
The number of mail-in ballots cast in Flamborough-Glanbrook exceeds the 2019 margin of victory. Hamiltonians may need to wait until Friday to find out who wins.
Posted inJoey's Notepad
Joey’s Notepad for September 17, 2021
Urban Boundary Report, Mayor Eisenberger on CHML discussing Encampments, and the CMO posts incorrect information again.
Posted inCity Hall
Hamilton Survey Responses Overwhelmingly Oppose Urban Boundary Expansion
82% of mail survey respondents select urban boundary freeze option.
Council to decide on urban boundary expansion during October 25 special meeting.
Posted inColeman's Notes
Council Pensions and the Potential of a Lame-Duck Session in 2022
Public anger at City Hall coverups, lies, and scandal may push councillors out of office, but it is their own vote to increase their own pensions which is a better pull factor for voluntary retirement.
Posted inCity Hall News, Planning and Development
Developers Say Staff-Only Development Review Team Meetings are Not Working
Developers say they are finding being excluded from development review meetings during COVID is delaying projects and resulting in problems responding to staff concerns regarding proposals.