Speaking Municipally

Edmonton has a surprise new bigger-than-Hawrelak, as-of-yet-unnamed river valley park. Plus, the Capital Line LRT extension gets its scope trimmed, and new patio rules come into effect.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Lyft arrivesLyft expands ride-booking service to Edmonton, CalgaryAir qualityEdmonton air quality stalls May long weekend plans for businesses, familiesDowntown SparkDowntown SparkNortheast River Valley ParkNews Release: City announces new 190 acre River Valley Park in Northeast Edmonton Capital Line LRTEdmonton's Capital Line LRT extension to be scaled back but Twin Brooks station staysPatio rulesPost-pandemic patio rules lead to hiccups for some restaurantsWater stationsPSA: City opens water bottle filling stations as part of extreme weather supports Chinatown safety 'We need to do more': Anniversary of Chinatown homicides renews calls for safety Police give update on Healthy Streets Operations Centre progress one year after Chinatown deaths Coun. Anne Stevenson's photo Alberta election Downtown Recovery Coalition mailer Provincial election roundup: May 24, 2023 Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

It's cat week in Edmonton! Plus, additional funding for day shelter spaces, more turnover at the City of Edmonton, and new provincial additions to the paw-lice commission.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Extreme weatherPSA: Extreme weather response activatedDog parksPSA: City announces sites for Pop-up Dog ParksCat Fest Edmonton International Cat Festival Save The Dates: Edmonton Cat Fest Week Schedule Linda Hoang EFRS cultureEdmonton fire struggles with discrimination, bullying and diversity; trust in leadership brokenDay shelters Edmonton approves funding to keep day-shelter spaces open Edmonton pays $4 million for day shelter spaces, lobbies province for bridge housing City of EdmontonStephanie McCabe's postPolice CommissionProvince's election-season appointment of two unnamed Edmonton police commissioners prompts concernsSpeaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Edmonton Unlimited CEO Catherine Warren joins us — more than a hundred episodes after her first appearance — for an update on Edmonton's innovation sector. Plus, the City of Edmonton solar rebate launches.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Grants auditAudit: Edmonton spends hundreds of millions on grants and subsidies without tracking resultsOilers fingersEdmonton Oilers fan reportedly almost bit someone's finger off during a watch partyMeat Me Downtown News Release: Meet Me Downtown! New campaign and vibrancy funding encourage Edmontonians to enjoy the heart of the city Marvin the Meatball: Internet has a field day over Edmonton's new mascot Catherine Warren LinkedIn Episode 109 Edmonton Unlimited News Release: Edmonton Unlimited Achieves Milestones in 2022 Annual Report & Announces New Board Directors in Preparation for Unboxing Edmonton's Newest Innovation Destination Impact — Edmonton Unlimited The Importance of Place — Edmonton Unlimited Our Space — Edmonton Unlimited Solar rebateNews Release: City Takes Action on Budget Climate Commitments Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

We catch up with Chris Buyze, the outgoing president of the Downtown Edmonton Community League. Plus, airtime for airports.Here are the relevant links for this episode:CoronationPSA: Edmonton recognizes the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III Fire bans Edmonton weather: Record-setting heat to start May Fire Bans — City of Edmonton Chappelle complaintsSouthwest Edmonton neighbourhood leads in snow-on-walk complaints for second straight winterChris Buyze @chrisbuyze LinkedIn Chris's post about finishing his term Downtown Edmonton Community League Airports Airport projects 90% passenger recovery by end of 2023 Sturgeon County continues push for development of Villeneuve Airport Area Summer streetsPSA: Summer Streets return to create safer spaces for Edmontonians to enjoy the outdoors Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Calgary is now the favourite child of the UCP, with arena funding. Plus, the Edmonton Police Service announces that violent crime is up, and we take a closer look at what that might mean.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Oilers paint Ferrell rocks face paint while cheering on Kings in Game 3 An Oilers fan trolled Kings fan Will Ferrell by copying his elaborate face paint NHL's tweet Grass fireCause of Edmonton grass fire still under investigationWelcome penguinsVancouver Aquarium penguins are moving to AlbertaSolar rebatesSolar Rebate ProgramAffordable housing News Release: CANADA SUPPORTS THE REPAIRS OF OVER 1,955 HOUSING UNITS IN EDMONTON More than 90% of Edmonton-owned Civida social housing needs repair News Release: HomeEd acquires 248 rental units from developer, while partnering on new NetZero development project Crime statistics EPS releases 2022 crime analysis, data on offenders' post-release involvement with police in wake of calls for bail reform Edmonton police release data on violent crime increase amid calls for bail reform Co-ordinated, multi-sector approach needed to tackle rising crime Downtown communities respond to police crime stats Google Search for violent criminal incidents Downtown Branch Beat boundary re-zoning Trees at risk More than 700 trees at risk in Edmonton's Hawrelak Park renewal report Committee report Calgary's arena Provincial money for 'infrastructure' not an arena: Smith Sohi wants to talk about money for Edmonton after Calgary arena deal Edmonton councillor questions Calgary arena funding, Smith hints at Ice District Phase 2 dollars Notley, Smith grilled on arena deal as election call looms Why Alberta Is Bullying Its Cities Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

The province announces new funding for the HELP initiative that pairs social workers with police, and the city budget has been finalized so your tax bills will arrive soon.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Talus DomeTalus Dome has an escape hatch after allSpaghetti intersectionCity considers closing 'spaghetti intersection' near downtown EdmontonHarper endorsementHarper's UCP endorsement falls short of inspiringHELP fundingNews Release: Helping people in need, keeping Edmonton safe Police Commission Edmonton city council moves to improve relationship, accountability with police commission On the agenda: Budget adjustments, police accountability, and encampment response April 17 agenda item Spring SOBANews Release: City Council finalizes 2023 property taxes Bike PlanApril 17 voteSpeaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Let's Find Out has joined Taproot — we speak with host Chris Chang-Yen Phillips and producer Trevor Chow-Fraser to learn more. Plus, the Talus Dome incident has breathed new life into the discussion about interactive public art.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Pothole repairNews Release: City's pothole repair is in motion EPS FOIPInformation and Privacy Unit expanding, launching online system to address demandUrban coyotesInside the den: Edmonton's urban coyotes rear their young close to human habitat, study findsLet's Find Out Let's Find Out Let's Find Out joins Taproot Edmonton Episode 63 – A Park for All Seasons Talus Dome Man who became trapped inside Edmonton public art charged with mischief Man charged with mischief after becoming stuck inside Talus Dome Man stuck inside Talus Dome 'just wanted to go on an adventure' Video of the event 10 of Edmonton's most iconic pieces of public art Esports New game plan: Edmonton aims to host big esports events Andrew Knack: Becoming an Esports and Video Game Industry Hub Encampment response Edmonton could maintain small encampments as part of city's strategy, research group says Responding to Homelessness in our Communities Gang violence among threats to safety for Edmonton homeless population, says researcher As Edmonton eyes new approach to dealing with homeless camps, mayor calls on province for support Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

The province announces a plan to recruit 100 extra cops to clean up transit, and the city talks about what YOU can do to help with that. Or maybe just take a scooter instead. They’re back.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Alberta Podcast NetworkThat's it for the Alberta Podcast Network100 cops News Release: Transit safety and violent crime: Enough is enough Alberta government pushing to add 100 more police officers between Calgary and Edmonton Province promises more cops to tackle transit safety, crime in Edmonton My Statement on Today's Provincial Transit Safety Funding Announcement | by Office of the Mayor Amarjeet Sohi Councillor Erin Rutherford's tweet One Strong Voice News Release: City's new bystander awareness campaign aims to create safer public spaces One Strong Voice Intervene or just call police? Edmonton, premier offer differing advice on transit violence Councillor Aaron Paquette's comment LRT expansion Edmonton's Blatchford LRT stations set to open in 2024, shortlisted Capital Line South builders to make final pitch Keith Gerein: Edmonton's next LRT line shaping up to be a train to nowhere — Blatchford On the agenda: A new park, esports, and transit safety Off-peak transitBoost to off-peak transit service promised by SeptemberMicromobility Drivers, Start Your Earnings. Lyft Coming Soon to Edmonton Electric scooters arrive in Edmonton with expanded operation areas Communications dept. Catrin Owen's post Kimberly Armstrong's post Two high-ranking City of Edmonton managers leave positions, more leadership shakeups may follow Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Another driver crashes into a Valley Line train, and we're starting to lose count. Plus, Boyle Street gets a new permit, and we get details on the city's podcast spending.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Water and zombies Lead-reducing chemicals now flowing in Edmonton's water: Epcor Edmonton is where you want to be when the zombie apocalypse comes, study finds Transit AppThird-party transit planning app no longer free for Edmonton ridersZellers'Nice little nod to nostalgia': Edmontonians line up to shop Zellers grand reopeningMaking SpaceEdmonton paid $70K for zoning podcast 'Making Space'Boyle Street Boyle Street Community Services gets development permit for new facility 'You belong here': City reissues permit for new Boyle Street building Ritchie 'health hub' gets approval from City of Edmonton Federal budget Edmonton Mayor Sohi welcomes federal budget cash, but housing investments aren't enough Trudeau and Freeland up the ante on a clean economy On-Demand TransitOn-demand transit launched in Edmonton 2 years ago. Here's how it's goingLRT and cars Mill Woods red light LRT intersection timing needs changes: residents Illegal right turns have led to 5 crashes involving vehicles and Valley Line Southeast LRT trains: TransEd Taxi collides with Valley Line LRT Two million treesCity targets 2030 for two million new treesSpeaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider in Alberta. Offering Internet, Electricity, and Natural Gas with low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities. We also highlighted The Well Endowed Podcast from the Edmonton Community Foundation, which explores the impact of passionate people who are working to make Edmonton a strong, vibrant city to live in.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

In the wake of a tragic police incident, we cover other policing news that happened this week. Plus, an update on trains, and affordable housing.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Juno protesterTopless protester who crashed Edmonton Junos stage makes brief court appearanceAlberta is callingNews release: Alberta is calling again ECSD fraudEmployee defrauds Edmonton Catholic Schools of over $200K through invoice, credit card schemePolice deathsEdmonton police devastated by shooting deaths of 2 officers, chief saysBody cameras News release: Ensuring transparency between police and public Body-worn cameras to be mandatory for all police officers in Alberta, province says Alberta to mandate police body cameras — but who's paying? 2021: RCMP body cameras to costs $131 million over five years: budget officer 2020: Edmonton police chief discusses oversight, body cams and budget with city council 2020: Council report on body worn video Transit safety Violent crime calls on Edmonton transit up 53% in one year, police say Transit Camp aims to mobilize bus and LRT champions Valley Line LRTRoadmap to opening infographicAffordable housingNews release: Edmonton submits plans for supportive housing Speaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider in Alberta. Offering Internet, Electricity, and Natural Gas with low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities. We also highlighted The Well Endowed Podcast from the Edmonton Community Foundation, which explores the impact of passionate people who are working to make Edmonton a strong, vibrant city to live in.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Newly minted Taproot Edmonton reporter Colin Gallant joins to talk about the demise of NextGen. Plus, budget surpluses, meetings with the premier and, of course, parking.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Colin Gallant Colin Gallant at Taproot Edmonton Meet Taproot Edmonton's new reporter Birth controlAlberta NDP promise free birth control if electedDATS strikeStrike vote 'likely' for Edmonton DATS bus drivers next week: unionPain medicationChildren's pain reliever imports to Alberta cost $80MEdmonton's NextGenEdmonton's NextGen reaches the end of the road2022 surplusEdmonton finishes 2022 with $81.5M surplusSohi and Smith Edmonton mayor asks for social services funding during first meeting with Premier Danielle Smith Edmonton's mayor optimistic after first meeting with Alberta premier Edmonton City Council requests provincial support for community safety and well-being Police attritionEdmonton Police Service sees jump in departing officers in 2022Ottewell parkingOttewell residents fear parking pressures following neighbourhood renewalSpeaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about The Well Endowed Podcast from the Edmonton Community Foundation, which explores the impact of passionate people who are working to make Edmonton a strong, vibrant city to live in. We also highlighted Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider in Alberta. Offering Internet, Electricity, and Natural Gas with low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

We follow up on what 102 Avenue looks like with cars on it. Plus, updates on Buffalo art, the Alberta budget, drinking in parks, a police commission investigation, downtown police deployments, and the noise bylaw. Phew!Here are the relevant links for this episode:Emergency alerts'Glitch' inundates Albertans with emergency alert tests, Smith blames fedsDining weeks Greater Mill Woods Dining Week spotlights southeast eateries Downtown Dining Week Pavement protection March 1 Executive Committee Meeting (see protocol items) ISSA Award for Excellence in Pavement Preservation 102 AvenuePodcast examines meaning of flip-flop on pedestrian corridor#FreeTheBuffalo Media Statement: Walterdale Bridge public art update Edmonton apologizes to Canadian artist after suggesting artwork was pro-colonist Speaking Municipally: Episode 132 Budget 2023 Alberta Budget 2023 Alberta budget 2023: What's in it for Edmonton? Alberta government promises $125M to new MacEwan School of Business in Tuesday's budget Budget falls short on infrastructure deficit, municipalities say Alberta creates fiscal accountability plan to require balanced budgets Alcohol in parks Alcohol in Edmonton parks allowed on permanent basis 'We get along fine': Edmonton's booze sites in public parks here to stay Police stuff Third-party probe clears Coun. Stevenson after ex-police commission colleague's complaint EPS Chief McFee says police 'prepared to lead' efforts to address Downtown crime, disorder Edmonton police rezoning downtown beat boundaries Noise bylawEdmonton city council approves $1,000 fine for excessive vehicle noiseSpeaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider in Alberta. Offering Internet, Electricity, and Natural Gas with low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities. We also highlighted The Well Endowed Podcast from the Edmonton Community Foundation, which explores the impact of passionate people who are working to make Edmonton a strong, vibrant city to live in.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Council votes to open 102 Avenue to vehicle traffic before (after?) the one-year pilot even got underway. But don't worry, the pedway is doing fine.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Hawrelak ParkLast Edmonton festival wraps up ahead of 3-year Hawrelak Park closureTransEd testingTransEd testing 'emergency scenario' along Valley Line LRT ThursdayTippingCanadians think tipping is 'getting out of control,' new poll suggest102 Avenue On the agenda: Core services, 102 Avenue, and a $31M pedway Edmonton will reopen 102nd Avenue to traffic after city council votes down bylaw Public Hearing on Feb. 21 Section of 102 Avenue in downtown Edmonton will remain open to vehicles 103A Avenue PedwayNo debate: Edmonton council approves $4.5M more for pedway, finalizes separated waste pick up for apartmentsSpeaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider in Alberta. Offering Internet, Electricity, and Natural Gas with low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities. We also highlighted The Well Endowed Podcast from the Edmonton Community Foundation, which explores the impact of passionate people who are working to make Edmonton a strong, vibrant city to live in.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Edmonton's administration drops a bombshell: apparently the city's relationship with the province is strained. Plus we dig into sandboxes, the screen industry, and buses down the middle of Whyte Ave.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Bare-chested swimmingNo top, no problem: All patrons allowed to be bare-chested at City of Edmonton poolsSohi and SmithEdmonton mayor to have first meeting with Danielle Smith, five months after premier sworn inJordan PetersonControversial author Jordan B. Peterson is coming to Rogers PlaceRisk management Report suggests state of intergovernmental relations poses risk to City of Edmonton Lauren Boothby's thread Energy audits Edmonton homeowners invited to apply for net-zero retrofit program Towards Net Zero Renovations | Change for Climate Sandbox program City seeks input on sandbox program for ice control 2017: Edmonton community sandboxes fast-tracked to next week Old Strathcona Public Realm Strategy Old Strathcona Public Realm Strategy (OSPRS) City of Edmonton plans to widen sidewalks, add dedicated bus lane along Whyte Avenue OSPRS StoryMap Screen industries ESIO seeks impact instead of returns from rejigged investment fund Arts Roundup: Feb. 16, 2023 Speaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about The Well Endowed Podcast from the Edmonton Community Foundation, which explores the impact of passionate people who are working to make Edmonton a strong, vibrant city to live in. We also highlighted Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider in Alberta. Offering Internet, Electricity, and Natural Gas with low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Council wastes a lot of time hearing about spicy things, but the Mansion Tax may be just a little too spicy for the city lawyers.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Taproot event surveyShould Taproot build an event calendar?Chili pepperComedian chomps chili pepper at Edmonton public hearing while arguing climate change is 'not a huge issue'Winter Bike to Work DayCelebrate winter cycling on International Winter Bike to Work Day15-minute communities Online conspiracy theories about Edmonton's '15-minute city' plan: 'Absolute nonsense' City aims for Edmontonians to 'live more locally' with 15-minute districts 102 Avenue NW Bylaw 20345: To close a portion of road, Downtown Idea to turn 102 Avenue over to pedestrians has long pedigree Homelessness and healthHomeless in Edmonton face health challenges, but stable housing can help: reportPepper spray EPS, Edmonton city staff working to tighten bylaws on pepper and bear sprays Edmonton eyes tougher regulations on bear spray sales following rise in incidents Mansion taxNo solid foundation for Edmonton to adopt mansion tax, report suggestsJobberJobber closes $100 million USD Series D amid strong demand for home servicesSpeaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about The Well Endowed Podcast from the Edmonton Community Foundation, which explores the impact of passionate people who are working to make Edmonton a strong, vibrant city to live in. Episode 140 looks at how Edmonton's Food Bank, the very first food bank to open in Canada, goes beyond food to support community members. We also shared a clip from Edmonton Public Schools about open houses now underway across the district.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

The provincial government solves downtown safety — all it took was 12 rent-a-cops! Plus, the AI landscape in Edmonton does not look quite so grim.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Kenney and Hinshaw Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney lands new gig at Calgary law firm Dr. Deena Hinshaw, ousted from Alberta, moves to job with B.C. public health leaders Grammys gift bagsSkincare line founded in Edmonton to be included in Grammy gift bagsMindbenderWest Edmonton Mall closes Mindbender indoor roller-coasterSafe crossings PSA: New safe crossings projects confirmed for 2023 Safe Crossings Dashboard Sheriffs in town News Release: Province deploys sheriffs to downtown Edmonton Sheriffs deployed to Downtown Edmonton in latest effort to improve safety: UCP, police Aaron Paquette: Making transit safer in Edmonton takes a co-ordinated approach Jo-Anne Wright's statement Tim Cartmell's statement Real Talk with Ryan Jespersen: Downtown Crime is Climbing. What's the Fix? Amarjeet Sohi: Edmonton's Actions on Downtown and Transit Safety Budget motions On the agenda: Budget motions, ward boundaries, and waste services City Council Meeting Minutes for Jan. 31 Artificial intelligence Amii funds 20 new research chairs in AI at U of A AI pioneer eyes new Alberta-based venture after parting ways with Google's DeepMind Ritchie health hubFiery meeting held over proposed health hub in Edmonton's Ritchie neighbourhoodSpeaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about The Well Endowed Podcast from the Edmonton Community Foundation, which explores the impact of passionate people who are working to make Edmonton a strong, vibrant city to live in. We also highlighted Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider in Alberta. Offering Internet, Electricity, and Natural Gas with low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Here are the relevant links for this episode:LRT safetyCity of Edmonton reiterates message on Valley Line LRT: 'If you see tracks, expect a train'Chinatown Dining Week EdmontonChinatown.ca 2023 Menu Postmedia cuts Postmedia moving 12 Alberta papers to digital-only, announces sale of Calgary Herald building Postmedia shakes up its editorial leadership at western newspapers Downtown changes Enterprise Square renewal heralds Edmonton's downtown revitalization Alphabet to close Edmonton office of AI subsidiary DeepMind Provincial budget Edmonton calls for 'equitable treatment' with Calgary in 2023 provincial budget Sohi asks province for roughly $2B in cash including $185M for Commonwealth Stadium upgrades OP12 Council budget agenda item Jan 25, 2023 - City Council - Non-Regular (Intergovernmental) Edmonton city council looks to trim fat in 2023-2026 budget Winter shelter Edmonton emergency shelter partially opens, mayor calls delay "unacceptable" News Release: Temporary emergency shelter opens its doors New emergency shelter spaces approved as deaths mount Strathcona ARPConcerns about west Ritchie Boyle Street hub dominate zoning hearingSpeaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about fellow APN member Quantum Kickflip, a a "Slugblaster actual play podcast" produced by local sketch comedy group The Debutantes. We also highlighted STORYHIVE which is celebrating its 10th anniversary by funding 80 short documentaries on local stories. Send in your pitch by Feb. 28.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Snowplow names News Release: Name a Plow contest winners announced City official 'hearing a lot' from Edmontonians about snowy residential roads, says help coming soon - Edmonton Collectible theftsEdmonton hobby stores hit by rash of break-ins targeting trading cardsLegislature groundsRedesigning Alberta's Legislature GroundsJanice JohnstonCBC News journalist Janice Johnston dies at 62103A Avenue Pedway $26M single-sourced pedway project east of downtown Edmonton faces council vote Janz calls for Edmonton lobbyist registry in light of pitched no-bid $26.5 million pedway deal On the agenda: Coronation funding, pedway construction, climate reviews Off-leash dog parks Edmonton may add 30 temporary off-leash dog parks this spring Off-leash dog parks set to pop up around Edmonton this spring in $300K pilot Substantial completion standardNew standard could help shift Edmonton's growth patternValley Line LRTMore cracks on concrete LRT beam in Edmonton are not a structural concern: TransEdSpeaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider in Alberta. Offering Internet, Electricity, and Natural Gas with low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities. We also highlighted fellow APN member Three Kitchens, a podcast about home cooking.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Michael Janz (papastew) Councillor profile @michaeljanz Ashley Salvador (Métis) Councillor profile @AshleyASalvador Anne Stevenson (O-day'min) Councillor profile @edmonton_anne Speaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider in Alberta. Offering Internet, Electricity, and Natural Gas with low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities. We also highlighted Alberta Blue Cross, which offers group benefit plans that enable employees to manage their own health, dental, life and disability coverage online.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

Here are the relevant links for this episode:TitleSohi hot mic 'drunken sailor' remark caught during debateBudget News release: City Council approves 2023-2026 Budget 'Gruelling' budget process ends with tax increase of 4.96% in 2023 Edmonton passes 5% tax increases; Cartmell calls it 'very dangerous' for affordability Budget deliberations continue following $100M for Edmonton Bike Plan Task force News release: Cabinet task force to tackle Edmonton social issues Homeward Trust CEO hopeful about new community response task force Tim Cartmell's tweet Sarah Hamilton's tweet Budget files High Level Line tweet Police IT tweet End gets closer for Northlands Coliseum after council approves $35M for demolition Cathy Heron tweet Speaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we talked about The Well Endowed Podcast from the Edmonton Community Foundation, which explores the impact of passionate people who are working to make Edmonton a strong, vibrant city to live in. We also highlighted Alberta Blue Cross, which offers group benefit plans that enable employees to manage their own health, dental, life and disability coverage online.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★