April 2022 - Councillor John-Paul Danko

City continues its opposition to liquor in convenience stores

This post, from May 2, has details on the City’s continued opposition to liquor being served at convenience stores, including one which is situated in Ward 8.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

With the License Appeal Tribunal seemingly bypassing the wishes of many municipalities across Ontario, the City of Hamilton will continue its opposition to liquor being served at convenience stores, most notably one situated in Ward 8.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Dundurn Stairs to be closed for a week

This post, from April 26, has information on the upcoming closure of the Dundurn stairs.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City will be closing the Dundurn stairs from Monday, May 2 to Friday, May 13.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Over 350 trees to be planted at various Ward 8 schools, boulevards

This post, from April 23, has details on a recent initiative put forth by Councillor Danko at the last public works committee.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

54 large caliper trees as well as 300 other trees will be planted across Ward 8 this Spring, as a motion by Councillor Danko was supported at the latest Public Works committee.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Reminder: Mother’s Day hanging basket fundraiser

This post, from April 19, has details on a community fundraiser just in time for Mother’s Day.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

If you’re looking to brighten up your porch or backyard this spring, a local Hamilton organization is holding a fundraiser featuring hanging baskets where 100% of the proceeds goes to help those who are marginalized in our community.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Reminder: Public Meeting for Development at 488 & 500 Upper Wellington

This post, from April 18th has details on an upcoming Zoom meeting hosted by Cllr. Danko focusing on the proposed development at Upper Wellington and Inverness.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Councillor John-Paul Danko and MHBC Planning, Urban Design & Landscape Architecture will be hosting a zoom meeting on April 21, 2022 at 6:30pm to discuss the proposed six story, 261 unit mixed use commercial and residential development proposed for the corner of Upper Wellington and Inverness.

Residents can register for the meeting by clicking here.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Reminder: Rain barrels on sale now

This post, from April 16, has details on the City’s ongoing rain barrel sale.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton will continue its yearly tradition of offering rain barrels for sale online this year due to COVID. Orders can be made between now until May 15, 2021.

For more details, please continue reading below…

City beginning aerial spray program to address LDD Moth infestations in Hamilton next month

This post, from April 16, has information on the City’s aerial spray program which will address significant LDD Moth populations.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City is advising area residents that it will begin an aerial spray program to address significant LDD Moth (formerly known as Gypsy Moth) populations in certain areas.

For more details, please continue reading below…

City of Hamilton BIPOC study

This post, from April 10, has information on a study involving BIPOC business owners/entrepreneurs on how the City can be more representative and equitable moving forward.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton, in partnership with McMaster University and Redeemer University – through CityLab are undertaking a major effort to build Black, Indigenous and Persons of Colour (BIPOC) entrepreneurship programming in Hamilton.

Recent meeting on the 866 West 5th development

This post, from April 9, contains a recording of the April 7 public meeting about the proposed development at 866 West 5th St.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

On April 7th, a meeting was held where local residents were able to hear what will be in the works for the vacate land at 866 West 5th Street.

For those unable to attend, a portion of the video is available below.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Doors Open Hamilton seeking volunteers

This post is a call for volunteers to help this year’s Doors Open Hamilton event.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Doors Open Hamilton will be back to its regular self this year welcoming Hamiltonians to many historic and architecturally significant locations across the city this year after a two-year hiatus.

For more details, please continue reading below…