There’s so much to unpack with Bill 20. This legislation introduced by the Alberta Government significantly changes the rules for municipal elections and governance.
My inquiry asked Administration to provide an update to City Council on feedback they’ve received from residents and how the program was responding to both successes and challenges.
I know many residents have been wondering about the status of the Lauderdale Dog Park and the work that EPCOR is doing with their Flood Mitigation project. My office recently received an update from them that I’m pleased to share with you.
“I’ve been thinking a lot about the role of council as financial stewards of public funds for the City of Edmonton. When I think about what this means, I think about my commitment to ensuring the financial health of the city.”
The challenge before us is how to deal with the cost pressures and without resorting to erosion of core city services.
The City has gone through a series of budget reduction and efficiency exercises over the past decade to keep tax increases as low as possible and this work will not stop.
While it’s clear that Edmonton is not immune to the financial challenges that are being faced across the country, Edmonton’s financial state remains stable.
I’ve heard a lot of discussion about Edmonton City Council salaries so I thought I’d give some background on this topic. I’ve also included information on ward office budgets so all the links on compensation and budgets can be found in one place.
Let's celebrate the power of tourism to create jobs, support local businesses, and build community pride!
The City finished the first phase of public engagement on the bylaw in December 2023 and is planning for the next phase of engagement to start later this spring.
As an animal supporter, I consider the needs of all those who are living in our City, including our furry, feathered, finned or scaled friends. I’m committed to continuing to advocate for adequate funding for Animal Care and Control operations, as well as ensuring the safety of Edmontonians, pets, and wildlife.