Edmonton City Council

• City of Edmonton considering return of controversial calcium chloride

  The City of Edmonton ran a pilot program for two years but stopped using the de-icing agent in 2019, after increased concerns about damage to vehicles, concrete and infrastructure.

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  Aug 21
  
• Hope Mission looks to expand permanent shelter services in Edmonton

  A public hearing was held Monday on a rezoning application for the site near Argyll Road and 75th Street. Currently, the building is used as a thrift store and a warehouse.

  Canada

  Aug 18
  
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• Edmonton city council considering rule changes for e-scooters, e-bikes

  The City of Edmonton is considering permanent changes to where e-scooters and e-bikes can go and park, along with how fast they can travel.

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  Aug 11
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• Community pushback forces City of Edmonton to change gears on bike lane plans

  The City of Edmonton is changing gears on its plan to remove a large section of on-street parking along 50 Street to allow for the installation of bike lanes.

  Politics

  Jul 7
• Calls for a more business-friendly Edmonton as economic development strategy released

  The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce is encouraged by the plan and priorities put forward by city council, but notes it's tough to please everyone.

  Economy

  Jun 11
• No more free 15 minutes, city facility parking fees being mulled in Edmonton

  The proposals include eliminating a 15-minute free grace period in paid parking zones, updating rates and introducing paid parking at several City of Edmonton attractions.

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  Jun 3
• Edmonton city councillors discuss ways to save High Level Bridge

  Councillors asked staff if any changes could be made to keep the High Level. Administration says even if no one used the bridge, it would cost millions just to keep it standing.

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  May 25
• Heavy traffic gridlock in southwest Edmonton as construction ramps up: ‘Everyone is frustrated’

  Some southside residents say what used to be a 30-minute drive has turned into a two-hour nightmare as the City of Edmonton has ramped up summer road construction.

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  May 22
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• Elizabeth Fry Society’s shelter closes after lease extension denied

  The site along Fort Road near the Belvedere LRT Station was meant to be a temporary home but since the Elizabeth Fry Society hasn't found a new one, it has been evicted.

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  Apr 10
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• ‘Unofficial Opposition’: Former candidates aim to hold Edmonton city council accountable

  Former city council candidates are keeping the momentum going when it comes to criticizing Edmonton city council decisions. It's rare to see, but Mayor Andrew Knack welcomes it.

  Politics

  Apr 3