Stretch of Rymal Road to host Environmental Assessment

This post, from March 5, has information on the second public information centre for the Environmental Assessment for Rymal Road.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton has initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process to develop and assess solutions to improve traffic along Rymal Road, stretching from Dartnall Road to Upper James Street in Ward 8.

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City seeks comment on strategy to support unhoused Hamiltonians

This post, from June 9, is asking for comment on a plan outlining where encampments could legally be set up in Hamilton.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton is asking residents to comment on a plan outlining where encampments could legally be set up in Hamilton.

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City beginning installation of new truck route signage

This post, from March 7, has details on the implementation of the 2022 Truck Route Master Plan.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Starting next week, the City will be installing new and modified signage as it implements the recommendations of the 2022 Truck Route Master Plan Update.

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Hamilton approves vacant homes tax, Airbnb bylaw

This post, from January 26, has information on the new short-term rental bylaw as well as the introduction of a vacant home tax.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

City Council voted in favour of two new initiatives designed to protect the city’s housing supply.

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Rental Housing Licensing pilot program

This post, from August 21 has information on the Rental Housing Licensing pilot program.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

A two-year pilot project to license rental landlords in Wards 1, 8 and 14 is now underway, meaning a license is required for every rental property with four or fewer rental units.

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Upcoming Public Consultation for Municipal Comprehensive Review

This post, from February 7, has details on the upcoming GRIDS 2 public consultation in relation to the City voting “no” on urban boundary expansion.

With City Council affirming the wish of a vast majority of Hamiltonians by voting for the “No Urban Boundary Expansion” at its November 19 Council meeting, the City is asking for resident feedback on how our City should grow moving forward with the proposed Urban and Rural Hamilton Official Plan.

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Rental Licensing Information Session

This post, from November 30, contains a recording from an information session about rental licensing hosted by Councillor Danko.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

On November 30, Councillor Danko hosted an information session, followed by a Q & A, with City staff in regards to the upcoming Rental Licensing By-law which will be introduced in 2022 in Wards 1, 8 and parts of 14.

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City Council votes against urban boundary expansion

This post, from November 19, has information on City Council voting “no” on urban boundary expansion.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Hamilton City Council, in a 13-3 decision, voted against expanding Hamilton’s urban boundary voting.

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Ward 8 Complete Streets Report Released

This article, from November 5, has background on the unveiling of the Ward 8 Complete Streets draft report and next steps for the community as we move towards safer, inclusive and family-friendly streets.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

On November 4, members of the Ward 8 community joined Councillor Danko, WSP traffic consultants and City staff for the release of the Ward 8 Complete Streets Report and recommended changes to residential roads in Ward 8 to help promote safety and reduce speed.

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Traffic Safety Meeting – November 4, 7pm

This article, from November 2, provides background on the Ward 8 Complete Streets Report and is an invitation for community meetings to further discuss traffic safety around Ward 8.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

At 7pm on Thursday November 4, Councillor Danko will be hosting a virtual community meeting to discuss the proposed safety improvements recommended as a result of the Ward 8 Complete Streets Report as well as hear your suggestions and comments on road safety around Ward 8.

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Councillor John-Paul Danko