SheMoves: Celebrating Women in Public Transit Careers

This post, from February 24, has information on the upcoming SheMoves event hosted by HSR, for women who may want to explore a career as an HSR operator.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The HSR will soon be looking to recruit new bus operators to join its team. With a focus on women, who remain under-represented in the industry, the HSR will be hosting a special information session on March 8th to encourage more women to consider a career in transit.

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$86.7 Million In City Infrastructure Work Scheduled for Ward 8 Within 6 Years

This post from February 8th has details on $86.7 million dollars in City infrastructure work planned for Ward 8.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Within the next six years, more than $86.7 million dollars is allocated to repair, replace, upgrade and build new City infrastructure throughout Ward 8. The planned work includes major road repairs, upgrades to neighbourhood roads and sidewalks, community assets, parks and recreation.

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Strategic Transportation Review

This post, from January 13, has information the Strategic Transportation Review.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton is conducting a strategic transportation network review to support Hamilton’s growth, with figures indicating more than 235,000 new residents and 122,000 jobs by 2051.

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Council seeks to upload LINC, RHVP to province

This post, from December 13, has information on the City starting talks with the province on the ownership of Hamilton’s two parkways.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

With Toronto agreeing to a deal two weeks ago with provincial authorities that will see both the Gardiner Expressway and Don Valley Parkway be maintained, operated and owned by the province, Hamilton City Council has voted in favour to do the same with the Lincoln Alexander Parkway and the Red Hill Valley Parkway.

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Lane closure along Beckett Drive

This post, from December 6, has information on an upcoming lane closure along Beckett Drive.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Users of Beckett Drive should be advised that a lane closure will take place on December 9th to allow for lighting repairs.

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Reminder: Ward 8 Road Safety Townhall

This post, from December 1, has information on a road safety townhall hosted by Cllr. Danko taking place December 7th.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Councillor Danko will be hosting a road safety townhall at the Wesmount Recreation Centre on December 7th.

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Dundurn Stairs Notice

This post, from October 3, has information on the recent nightly closure of the Dundurn Stairs.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Due to safety concerns related to the darkness of the area, the Dundurn stairs have been closed this past week due to a recent theft.

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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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Back to School: Road Safety reminder for parents, students and commuters

This post, from August 27, contains reminders for commuters and parents as school returns for another year.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton is reminding all residents to be watchful and pay extra attention on the roads, as students hit the streets in Ward 8 as school starts again.

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Council sets its 2022-2026 term priorities

This post, from June 27, has details on City Council’s priorities for the next term.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

At the June 27th General Issues Committee, Hamilton City Council set its term priorities, setting focus and strategic, achievable goals for the next four years.

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Councillor John-Paul Danko