Recreation Master Plan Update

This post, from June 3, has updated information on the Recreation Master Plan.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

As Recreation staff continue to work towards developing a Master Plan to reflect and respond to the needs of residents, the following is an update on its progress and ways you can participate going forward.

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Safety tips for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians as the City celebrates bike month

As part of the City’s Vision Zero Action Plan and as it celebrates bike month, this post, from June 3, has safety tips for all types of road users.

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As the City celebrates bike month, it is sharing tips on how everyone on the roadways can stay safe.

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Upcoming Claremont Drive resurfacing

This post, from May 31, has information on scheduled road resurfacing set to take place on Claremont Drive.

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Construction is set to take place on June 2 and June 6 along Claremont Drive stretching from the end of the street to Arcade Crescent.

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City launching Paramedic Master Plan

This post, from May 26, has details on the launching of a Paramedic Master Plan to better serve the community’s needs.

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In a first for the City of Hamilton, a 10-year paramedic master plan will seek to transform the way the Hamilton Paramedic Service serves the community.

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City of Hamilton terminates COVID-19 Emergency Declaration

This post, from May 20, has details on the City of Hamilton ending its COVID-19 emergency declaration.

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With the City now declaring an end to the COVID-19 emergency declaration, residents will now be able to attend meetings at City Council.

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HSR’s new youth fare promotion makes travelling on transit more affordable this summer

This post, from May 20, has details on a promotion helping to make transit more affordable this summer for young Hamiltonians.

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The HSR is slashing its fares for youth and young adults getting to their destinations this summer, as PRESTO riders will see a 50% discount every time they choose the HSR.

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Residents reminded of fireworks safety tips in anticipation of Victoria Day long weekend

This post, from May 16, has information on firework rules and safety as the May long weekend approaches.

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The Hamilton Fire Department is reminding residents of the risks associated with fireworks in light of the May long weekend quickly approaching.

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City to plant 3,000 trees this spring

This post, from May 5, has information on the City’s free tree giveaway happening now.

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Registration is open for a city-wide Private Tree Giveaway, modelling the successful launch in Ward 8 in 2021. The City is setting a goal to giveaway 3,000 trees this season.

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Seniors Month kick-off to be held in person this year

This post, from May 3, has information on the upcoming Seniors Month kick-off, which will be taking place on June 1.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton will be celebrating Seniors Month this June, and as in past years prior to COVID the City will be returning to an in-person celebration taking place on June 1st at Michelangelo’s on the East Mountain.

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City continues its opposition to liquor in convenience stores

This post, from May 2, has details on the City’s continued opposition to liquor being served at convenience stores, including one which is situated in Ward 8.

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With the License Appeal Tribunal seemingly bypassing the wishes of many municipalities across Ontario, the City of Hamilton will continue its opposition to liquor being served at convenience stores, most notably one situated in Ward 8.

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Councillor John-Paul Danko