City expands warming centres, services for those facing homelessness

This post, from December 28, contains a press release from the City regarding drop-in warming services for houseless Hamiltonians effective immediately.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

In response to the extreme cold weather at the end of December, the City of Hamilton will be providing greater reliability and access to warm places for the city’s vulnerable houseless population.

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Southam Park Final Master Plan

This post, from December 20, has details on the final concept of the Southam Park Master Plan

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During the fall of 2020, the City of Hamilton invited residents to take part in the Southam Park Final Master Plan, to help understand the needs of area residents and park users. This fall, the City released its Final Master Plan concept.

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Bivalent COVID booster available for all Hamiltonians 5+

This post, from December 19, has information on the bivalent COVID booster available for all Hamiltonians aged 5+ starting Wednesday.

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Starting Wednesday, December 21 Hamiltonians five years of age and older will be eligible for a bivalent COVID-19 booster dose this respiratory illness season.

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City update on snow clearing service levels

This post from December 14 has information on the City’s sidewalk snow clearing enhancements this winter.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

With snow in the forecast, the City is providing residents with information on its sidewalk snow clearing service levels for the winter season.

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Portion of Keddy Access Trail to be closed this week

This post, from December 11, has information on upcoming closures along the Keddy Access Trail.

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The City of Hamilton will have crews completing repairs along the trail starting Monday, December 12.

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Perspective: Hamilton

This post, from December 10, links to a recent article in the Globe and Mail about Hamilton economic success stories.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The Globe and Mail recently published Perspective Hamilon 2022, covering a number of economic success stories which are charting Hamilton towards its new path.

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Development poised for 11 Springside Dr.

This post, from December 9, has details on the rezoning of lands at 11 Springside Drive.

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After recent approval at the Planning Committee meeting of November 29, plans will now proceed for a rezoning application allowing development at 11 Springside Dr. following its approval at Council’s December 7 meeting.

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Add a flu shot to your Xmas list this season

This post, from December 8, contains details on a flu vaccine clinic operating at LimeRidge Mall from December 9th through to the 21st

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With three serious respiratory illnesses continuing to plague McMaster Children’s Hospital, Hamilton Public Health will be offering walk-in flu shots at LimeRidge Mall from December 9 to 21.

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HSR releases Winter Schedule and Service Updates

This post, from December 7, has details on the HSR’s winter schedule – which starts January 1.

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The City of Hamilton has released its winter schedule, with improved service along the Upper James corridor. The winter schedule will begin operating from January 1 to April 29, 2023.

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Last week for curbside yard waste pick-up

This post, from December 5, is a reminder that this week is the last of the year for curbside yard waste.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton is reminding residents that the week of December 5 will be the last week of curbside yard waste collection until Spring 2023.

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Councillor John-Paul Danko