City passes historic by-law in support of tenants’ rights

This post, from April 17th, has information on the approval of a historic by-law supporting tenants’ rights.

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Hamilton City Council has approved the first-of-its-kind by-law focused on preventing unfair evictions.

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City continues bringing services back online

This post, from March 28, has details on a number of City services coming back online.

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As the City continues to recover from the ongoing cybersecurity attack, it has released a list on a number of programs/services which are back online.

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Hamilton council approves new city budget

This post, from February 17, has information on City Council approving the 2024 budget.

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City Council reduced and approved the City’s 2024 budget that will see a 5.8 per cent residential property tax increase, or about $286 more per household compared to last year – less than the 7.9% anticipated increase porposed at previous Council meetings.

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Ward 8 Taxpayer’s Townhall – January 31st

This post, from January 12, has information on an upcoming public meeting to discuss the 2024 City of Hamilton budget and projected tax increase.

Hello Ward 8 residents,

Ward 8 Councillor John-Paul Danko is inviting residents to join him at 7pm, Wednesday January 31st at Westmount Recreation Centre to discuss the 2024 City of Hamilton Capital and Operating budget, City programs and services and the potential impact on your next tax bill.

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New Hamilton City Manager appointed

This post, from December 4, has information on the hiring of a new City Manager.

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The City has appointed Marnie Cluckie as its next City Manager, after a hiring and interviewing process in which as Planning Committee Chair Councillor Danko participated in.

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City commits to ongoing improvements following inquiry

This post, from November 29, contains a release from the City and the Mayor in regards to the Red Hill Inquiry.

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The Red Hill Valley Parkway judicial inquiry has been released, with the City and City Council committing to review and implement recommendations in its ongoing commitment to public safety and trust.

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HSR transit disruption to start on November 9

This post, from November 7, has information on an upcoming disruption to HSR service.

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The City is encouraging transit users to prepare for a transit disruption as negotiations with ATU Local 107 have stalled as the City address in the following media release.

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Get involved in the City’s 2024 budget process

This post, from October 28, has information on how residents can participate in the upcoming budgetary process.

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The City of Hamilton is inviting residents to participate and have their say about the City’s 2024 budget.

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Update on Hamilton Alliance for Tiny Shelter Pilot

This post, from October 6, has information on HATS.

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The City of Hamilton has issued an update on the Hamilton Alliance for Tiny Shelters, which was found to provide warm, safe and temporary homes and supports for those experiencing homelessness in the City.

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A message from Councillor Danko

This post, from September 18, has a statement from Councillor Danko re: preliminary budgetary estimates.

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Councillor Danko has shared the following in relation to 2024 budgetary estimates.

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Councillor John-Paul Danko