For years, I have not questioned why so many developments have come in at six units. I kinda accepted that three-storey zoning results in six-unit walk-up apartments – two units each floor with amenities and storage in the basement.
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Hamilton’s Medical Officer of Health Considering Local COVID Restrictions as Omicron Variant Spreads
Dr. Richardson says she is considering implementing local COVID restrictions and will be releasing guidance on Monday, December 20 during a planned afternoon press conference.
Posted inPlanning and Development
Hamilton Design Review Supportive of Six-Storey King East Proposal at Steven Street
Members expressed some concern regarding the planned demolition of the heritage interest building at 537 King East, and suggested some design changes for the proposal.
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Mayor Fred Eisenberger and Hamilton Police Board Refuse to Release Secret Meeting Agenda
Mayor Fred Eisenberger and Police Board Administrator Kirsten Stevenson refuse to provide the agenda, minutes, open session video, or why the meeting was conducted in secret.
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Hamilton Public Library to Distribute Free HSR PRESTO Cards for Children
The Library is covering the card cost thanks to an anonymous $25,000 donation for youth initiatives.
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Councillors Appoint New Board Member Despite Reservations
Council only given name of appointee with no information about them beyond they live in Hamilton. “We’re just supposed to rubber stamp”
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Indwell Bidding to Buy Delta Secondary School
Indwell wants to build a “affordable, mixed-income rental and home-ownership community” incorporating the heritage school. They are one of three bidders, the other two well-financed private developers.
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Three Councillors Vote Against Further City Hall Secrecy on Red Hill
In past City Hall coverups and scandals, Wilson, Danko, and Clark have voted differently than the Old Guard political faction.
The Municipal Act forbids Wilson, Danko, and Clark from explaining why they voted differently than the rest of Council.
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Council to Release Part of “Investigative Update” on Wednesday after Meeting
The investigation was first presented to Council on December 8.
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Hamilton City Clerk Says Council Cannot Appoint Committee Members in Last Year of Term
The Office of City Clerk Andrea Holland says the Municipal Act bans any appointments to council bodies in the 12 months prior to election. No citation has been provided.