May 2023 - Councillor John-Paul Danko

Temporary lane closure Upper James St. at Stone Church Rd.

This post, from May 31, has information on upcoming lane closures along Upper James Street.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

There will be a temporary lane closure along Upper James Street at Stone Church Road the week of June 5th.

For more details, please continue reading below…

HSR’s (Re)Designed Network Consultation and Community Open House at Westmount Rec Centre

This post, from May 30, has details on a public consultation and open house at the Westmount Rec Centre on June 8th.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The Transit Division will be hosting the re(Designed) Network event on Wednesday, June 8th between 3-7pm at the Westmount Recreation Centre.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Councillor Danko talks to Good Morning Hamilton

This post, from May 29, contains audio from a recent interview involving Councillor Danko.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Councillor John-Paul Danko was invited to chat with 900 CHML’s Rick Zamperin, where they discussed the City’s response to encampments, the housing situation and those who are unsheltered.

For more details, please continue reading below…

City of Hamilton’s ongoing commitments to unhoused individuals, encampments

This post, from May 27, contains a comprehensive list of the City’s housing investments, efforts and response to encampments and unhoused individuals across the city.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

As encampments become more prevalent across the municipality, the City of Hamilton has been investing in ongoing efforts to house and support residents who find themselves houseless and to respond to the needs of encampment residents while being mindful of community safety.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Claremont Access Steel Facing Wall 3, 4, and part of 4A Removal

This post, from May 26, has information on the removal of the steel facing wall along the downbound lanes of the Claremont Access.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City recently shared information with abutting property owners about the upcoming removal of the steel facing wall along the Claremont Access. The Ward 8 office wants to keep residents informed on upcoming work involving the Claremont Access.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Notice of Application of Larvicides for West Nile Virus Control

This post, from May 23, has information on the City conducting mosquito larvae control on City land.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City’s Public Health Services is monitoring mosquito larvae (immature mosquitoes) in standing surface water on City land within the municipality’s boundaries, if if control measures dictate, will apply larvicide in order to prevent the development of the West Nile Virus.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Maintenance on the Lincoln Alexander Parkway this weekend

This post, from May 20, has information on upcoming maintenance which will effect the Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Upcoming asphalt repairs and required maintenance will result in the closure of the LINC this coming weekend.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Free Bike Tune Up at Mohawk College

This post, from May 20, has details on on a free bike tune up event taking place at Mohawk College.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

May 30 to June 30 is Bike Month, and to celebrate Mohawk College’s Sustainability Office will be hosting a free bike tune up to prepare you and your wheels for summer.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Reminder: City of Hamilton hosting online rain barrel sale

This article, from May 19, has details on the annual Rain Barrel sale and how you can order yours online. Sale ends May 31st.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton will continue its yearly tradition of offering rain barrels for sale online this year. Orders can be made between now until May 31, 2023.

For more details, please continue reading below…

Encampment update from the City of Hamilton

This post, from May 10, has information on the City’s encampment response.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Council recently received an update on encampment coordination from its Response Team, highlighting current tools and next steps in its response efforts.

For more details, please continue reading below…