As a journalist and then as Executive Director of the Flamborough Chamber of Commerce, Kersten worked tireless to build a great community – and we all benefited.
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Joey’s Notepad: Commonwealth Sport Publishes Story Looking Back at 1930’s Inaugural Games in Hamilton
Article looks back at how Hamilton created a sporting event full of first that changes international games forever.
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Joey’s Notepad: Algae Blooms in the City Hall Outdoor Fountains
It’s not just natural bodies of water experiencing challenges during our sunny and warm summer.
Posted inCity Hall
Noted: Hamilton Task Force on Transparency, Access, and Accountability Pays Tribute to Bill Custers
Bill Custers died suddenly in June, leaving a legacy of community service – including major work laying the foundation for this task force.
Posted inEditors Note
TPR Gets City of Hamilton to Resume Transit Open Data
Thus far, the City Manager who took on the role in January as released basic public information when problems are brought to their attention.
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Hamilton Conservation Authority Records $5.4M Surplus for 2023
Increased memberships, provincial and federal grants,a nd one-time Foundation funding drive surplus
Posted inOntario Land Tribunal, Planning and Development
OLT Approves 105 New Units of Seniors Affordable Housing in Binbrook
“The intrinsic damage to our property value from the proposed rezoning is our greatest concern,” stated Todd and Laura Barlow in opposing the development. They provided no expert evidence at the OLT
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Joey’s Notepad: An Academic Review of 112 Empirical Studies on Rent Control
A recent academic research review looked at 112 published empirical studies of rent control. The study is making the rounds of discussion. It’s an interesting summary of the trade-offs of this policy lever.
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BRIEF: Notes on the Hamilton Fire Fighters Contract for 2023 to 2026
First-class firefighters will be paid $110,783 in 2023, $114,040 in 2024, $117,290 for 2025, and $120,632 in 2026.
Posted inOntario Land Tribunal, Planning and Development
Planning Brief: Council Approves 18 to 20 storeys on Rymal East Near Wentworth
The Ontario Land Tribunal has rubber-stamped a deal between the City of Hamilton and owner of 544-550 Rymal Road East