Developer appealing plan for Stone Church Road West

This article, from October 25, contains information about a developer taking the City to an appeal’s tribunal over a proposed development at W5th & Stone Church.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

“Disapointed” is the term Councillor Danko used when questioned by the Hamilton News this week to describe an appeal that has been filed by Valeri Construction Limited to permit a proposed nine-storey residential development at the corner of West 5th and Stone Church Road.

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City reaches $1 billion milestone for 10th time in 11 years

This article, from October 14, includes a statement from the City of Hamilton as it surpasses over $1 billion in construction projects for the year 2020.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton achieved a milestone recently amidst the pandemic, officially surpassing over $1 billion worth of construction this year representing over 4, 700 residential, institutional, commercial and industrial projects.

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Claremont Access & Keddy Trail Update

This article, from October 6, provides a sneak peek at the progress on the Claremont Access/Keddy Trail.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Since July 6th, the southbound (upbound) lanes of the Claremont Access have been closed to traffic, as City of Hamilton crews work on the first multi-modal connection between the lower city and Hamilton Mountain, including a long-awaited multi-use trail.

The Ward 8 office has received some pictures of the progress so far, which we are happy to share with residents.

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Restrictions on Sherman Access beginning October 5

This article, from October 2, contains details about upcoming lane restrictions on the Sherman Access.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

To safely complete slope and drainage improvements, the City of Hamilton is advising residents that there will be upcoming restrictions on the West Leg of the Sherman Access starting on Monday and expected to last until the end of the week.

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Sam Lawrence Master Plan unveiled

This article, from September 21, includes the unveiling of the Sam Lawrence Park Master Plan.

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One of the most picturesque areas of the city is in line for major improvements, with better connecting trails for hikers, runners and cyclists while creating safer intersections for drivers, helping to revitalize one of the city’s oldest parks while adding to its escarpment allure.

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Major redevelopment proposed for St. Elizabeth’s Village

This article, from August 22, contains information about a planned residential development, including retail space, at the Village of St. Elizabeth Mills on Rymal Road West.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

A comprehensive master-plan has been put forward by Zest Communities, who have been the owners of the former St. Elizabeth’s Village, now known as the Village of St. Elizabeth Mills, since 2014.

The major redevelopment at the 393 Rymal Road West community, for ages 55 and up, will bring with it a host of new residential units and retail space to the southwestern Mountain.

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Lane restrictions on downbound Claremont lanes to start on Wednesday

This article, from August 1, contains details about the upcoming lane restrictions on the downbound (northbound) Claremont Access lanes.

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Lane restrictions will be coming to the Claremont Access starting this week, as construction continues on the Claremont Access as the new Keddy Access Trail is built.

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$500 million dollar plan selected for City’s entertainment and sports facilities

This article, from July 18, contains information on the $500 million dollar plan to revitalize the Downtown sports and entertainment venues.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Hamilton City Council announced on July 17th that it will move forward with the development plan presented to them by Hamilton Urban Precinct Entertainment Group L.P. (which includes Carmen’s Group, LiUNA, DPAI architects, Fengate Capital, Meridian Credit Union, Paletta International and Jetport Inc.).

The development calls for a $500 million plan to modernize the former Copps Coliseum, to newly renovate the convention centre and concert hall, a major investment in the AGH as well as new residential and affordable housing, and office and retail space.

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City and Federal Gov’t announce substantial completion of the Biosolid Management Project

This article, from July 10, contains information regarding the completion of the Biosolid Management Project, which offers a sustainable solution to the City’s biosolid management at the Woodward Wasterwater Treatment Plant.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton and the Federal Government have announced the substantial completion of the Biosolid Management Project, which will offer a sustainable solution to the City’s biosolid management at the Woodward Wasterwater Treatment Plant.

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Outdoor Water Restrictions Lifted

This article, from July 10, contains a press release about the lifting of outdoor water use restrictions.

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The outdoor water use restrictions, which was put in place by the City of Hamilton on July 4, has now been lifted.

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Councillor John-Paul Danko