A new foot patrol has been rolled out in downtown Winnipeg and the executive director says it will be growing in the coming months.

Winnipeggers are wearing masks in an effort to protect against COVID-19 and attempt to lower the city's number of coronavirus cases, but used masks -- specifically the disposable kind -- are causing another problem.

A court has finalized a July ruling against the City of Winnipeg's ability to collect impact fees, otherwise known as growth fees.

The city's new website and a redesigned 311 self-service website went live Tuesday morning.

Sherri Rollins (Fort Rouge - East Fort Garry) said library fees can be a barrier to access that primarily affects young people and low-income households, especially with children.

City staff are recommending the city either sell the John Blumberg Golf Course or enter into a new joint venture with the expansive city-owned property.

The MOA includes general wage adjustments, an increase in allowances for safety footwear and interest arbitration provisions for the next contract.

"I'm looking forward to having a cold beer in the snow — with a heater.” 

The City of Winnipeg says it needs feedback from the public and various others in order to put the final touches on its five-year parking strategy.

The latest projected deficit is down significantly from the initial projection — $67.4 million.