City investing $3.7 million towards repair and renewal of 476 CityHousing units

This post, from April 26, has details on a major investment by City Council towards CityHousing Hamilton infrastructure.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton is providing $3.792 million to CityHousing Hamilton for the repair and renovation of 476 vacant units across its portfolio of affordable housing buildings.

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HSR’s (re)Designed Network

This post, from April 24, has details on the HSR’s (re)envision campaign, which is seeking public feedback.

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As the HSR continues its redesign on its transit network, it is seeking your feedback .

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Nominations are online for the 2023 Senior of the Year Awards

This post, from April 22, has details on the 2022 Senior of the Year Awards nominations.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Seniors play such a crucial role in our community. From volunteering at schools or food banks, to giving invaluable experience as mentors, seniors can be found out and about giving back to Hamiltonians of all walks of life and all generations.

With that in mind, it’s time to nominate Hamilton’s Senior of the Year.

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Parks Summer Program Update

This post, from April 18, contains an update on the Parks Summer Program.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The Public Works Department recently sent an update to City Council about the 2023 summer program – including trash pick-up, litter removal, spring clean-up and possible service level reductions.

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Watershed Action and Stormwater Fees

This post, from April 18, has details on an upcoming webinar hosted by Green Venture and Environment Hamilton.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Residents who are interested in green infrastructure take note, as Green Venture have an upcoming 1-hour webinar in partnership with Environment Hamilton on April 26th at 7pm, featuring presenters from the City of Hamilton, Green Communities Canada, and Reep Green Solutions.

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Vacant Unit Tax Clarification

This post, from April 13, has clarifications on the Vacant Unit Tax.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Recently, Ward 8 residents – as well as those from across the city – will have received a mailer from the City of Hamilton in regards to the Vacant Unit Tax, which has caused some confusion.

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Pedestrian lighting for T. Melville Bailey Park approved

This post, from April 12, has information on Council’s approval for new lighting at T. Melville Bailey Park.

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T. Melville Bailey Park, located in the Southam neighbourhood at 45 Cloverhill Road, will continue to see upgrades that started in 2022.

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Reminder: Notice of Neighbourhood Information Meeting – 1177, 1183 & 1185 West 5th Street

This post, from April 12, has information on an upcoming information session regarding a proposed development along West 5th Street on April 17.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

A proposed 10-storey, 206 unit development has been proposed by the owner of the lands known as 1177, 1183 and 1185 West 5th Street. An upcoming meeting has been scheduled for April 17th.

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City continuing repairs as freeze-thaw cycles cause damage to roads

This post, from April 7, has information about the ongoing road repairs around the city.

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With the recent fluctuations in temperature, the city is currently repairing damaged roads in priority areas.

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SPRING AHEAD WITH COVID-19 PROTECTION, GET VACCINATED

This post, from April 6, has details and eligibility about the Spring COVID-19 booster.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

In alignment with the province’s direction, Hamiltonians at risk of severe illness from COVID-19 infection are encouraged to receive a Spring booster shot.

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Councillor John-Paul Danko