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Speaking Municipally

Taproot Edmonton

Taproot Edmonton presents a weekly discussion on key stories in municipal politics. We pay attention to City Council so you don"t have to! Join us as we delve into conversations about the context surrounding decisions made at City Hall.

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41:14

Pickling a retiring councillor's brain

Speaking Municipally ·

2021/04/02

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Forever our PresidentA Sad Message from President AddieOld PlansNo longer needed: Edmonton looks to repeal nearly 80 community development plansCoyote Intervention'I don’t feel scared anymore': Volunteers armed with tennis balls part of coyote intervention programNew CurriculumAlberta unveils new draft elementary school curriculum with focus on common cache of knowledgeGuest: Ben HendersonWebsite@ben_henBen's announcementCouncillor Ben Henderson

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32:24

Papaya-ttention to bus route changes

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2021/03/26

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Safeway JasperSafeway to open new location on Jasper AvenueRodeo DiscriminationAnti-racist motion stalled by rodeo discussion in Alberta legislaturePastor ReleasedAfter 35 days in custody, controversial Edmonton pastor is released from jailTransit SafetyTransit advisory board recommends changes to get people using transit again safelyEdmonton hopes to draw back transit riders during pandemicBus NetworkPSA - Trip planning now available for new bus

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29:47

Knack's dancing to the AmarBeet

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2021/03/19

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Crematorium RejectedCity council rejects proposed crematorium in central EdmontonParking PolicyCheryll Watson's tweetGargantuan HumanoidWhy are there 'gargantuan humanoids' in downtown Edmonton?Andrew Knack2021 Campaign AnnouncementSix months left for aspiring candidates to register for Edmonton's 2021 municipal electionAaron Paquette's tweetFinancial UpdateCity of Edmonton reports surplus of $40.2M in 2020 thanks to early pandemic budget

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40:08

Speaking with the new ETS Branch Mandaringer

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2021/03/12

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Shared StreetsEdmonton planning to bring back temporary shared streets in spring 2021 for physical distancingAlberta CampsitesHigh demand for campsites means Albertans might need to consider optionsGraceLife ChurchEdmonton-area church charged for over-capacity services during COVID-19 pandemicGuest: Carrie Hotton-MacDonaldLinkedInTwitterETS Branch ManagerCarrie's announcementNavigating transit: New ETS branch manager plans to use her experiences

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34:23

Another CRL? Chia, right!

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2021/03/05

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Pokemon PaydayPokemon payday: Edmonton man sells Charizard card for $8KStep 2With COVID-19 cases declining, Alberta eases into Step 2 of reopening planOfficial SportLegislative committee mulls bill that would declare rodeo Alberta's official sportGUESTSCate Watt - Branch Manager, Assessment & TaxationAnton Szabo - Director, Integrated Business and Customer Solutions section within Assessment and TaxationPreviously on Episode 84CRLsPending LRT

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27:33

The province is still catching flax for headwater...

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2021/02/26

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Metro LineMetro Line and system-wide LRT closures to affect EdmontonVaccine PortalBooking system strained, but Alberta starts vaccinating seniors in latest phase of COVID-19 response'You saved my day': Edmonton man finds fix to vaccine portal glitchPsychedelic DrugsEdmonton company to produce psychedelic drugs for clinical useGondola ProceedsProposed Edmonton river valley gondola climbs to design stage after council approves frameworkCRL

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32:01

It's not quite Chili enough to treat people like...

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2021/02/19

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Jane GoodallJane Goodall reverses stance, says Lucy the elephant should stay in EdmontonFeeding WildlifeEdmonton councillors endorse wildlife feeding restrictions on private and public property to reduce coyote interactionsGraceLife ChurchGraceLife pastor held in custody for refusing to comply with bail conditionsUrban GondolaTroy's Twitter threadEpisode 99: The Gon-bananas-a planEdmonton engineers, business leaders high on proposed river-valley

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31:48

I'm ordering you to seed and desist

Speaking Municipally ·

2021/02/12

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Team NamesEdmonton Football Team calls on fans to vote on 7 possible namesBoard of DirectorsCracked RailSouth Edmonton LRT rail cracks due to extreme cold as region reaches record low temperaturesInnovation ParkBeaumont takes first steps towards building innovation business parkGuest: Sarah HamiltonSarah's website@sjlhamiltonSocial Media PolicyCity administration to draft new rules to guide councillors on social media blockingEdmonton city

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45:06

Croqgetting better uses out of our surplus school sites

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2021/02/07

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Cold WeatherPSA - Extreme weather response activatedCoal Mining'Dead letter': Kenney defends coal policy change in Rocky MountainsTerror OrgsProud Boys added to Canada’s list of terrorist groupsMichael JanzMichaelJanz.ca@MichaelJanzSurplus SchoolsCity endorses sale of surplus public school lands in Kiniski Gardens to private schoolRethinking the JUA: Opportunities for strong school and strong communities - Trustee Michael Janz 2017School

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49:26

It's Andre's Clementime to shine

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2021/01/29

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Walterdale BridgeWalterdale Bridge still cost Edmonton $155M, even after contractor paid damages for delaysKim KrushellFormer Edmonton councillor Kim Krushell running for mayor in fall electionMike NickelEdmonton city councillor Mike Nickel running for mayor in 2021 electionAndre CorbouldEdmonton ushers in new city managerMayor formally introduces new city managerSpeaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally

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32:26

A slew of new Candied Dates

Speaking Municipally ·

2021/01/22

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Julie PayetteRead Julie Payette's full statement on her decision to resign as governor generalSnow SquallDamaging winds, snow squalls wreak havoc on the PrairiesGerm Killers'Innovative germ-killing biotechnology' rolling out at select Edmonton transit stationsAndre CorbouldMayor formally introduces new city managerShisha BanEdmonton reconsiders shisha smoking 6 months after banInfill UpdateSeven actions from Edmonton's infill roadmap completed in

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33:31

The return of two Fungis

Speaking Municipally ·

2021/01/15

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Oilers ReturnGame Recap 1.0: Edmonton Oilers vs Vancouver Canucks (1/13/2021)Christmas MiracleDon Iveson's statement on travelJane GoodallJane Goodall Asks Edmonton City Council to Transfer "Lucy the Lonely Elephant" from Harsh Winter to Tennessee SanctuaryCOVID-19City discusses who is next in line for COVID-19 vaccineEdmonton hands out nearly 100 mask bylaw fines over the holidaysLayoffsNews Release: City issues permanent layoff notices as part

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44:03

JeoPEARdy 2020

Speaking Municipally ·

2020/12/18

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Ryan Jespersen@ryanjespersenLinkedInReal TalkStacey Brotzel@StaceyBrotzelLinkedInScott Johnston@ScottYEGnewsguyLinkedInScott Johnston BlogYouTubeWatch this episode on YouTubeSpeaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.This week we highlighted the Edmonton Community Foundation which "strengthens the community by connecting donors to charities and causes that are important to them." Be

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33:35

Talking about Iveson's LegaSEED

Speaking Municipally ·

2020/12/11

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Red StickersGovernment of Alberta removing need for licence plate stickersReservist DeploymentMilitary reservists preparing for possible deployment in Prairies as COVID-19 rates soarPolitical TacticTough new mandatory restrictions for Alberta as COVID cases rise quicklyBudget 2021Council on track for no tax increase for 2021Council approves Edmonton City PlanMack's tweet threadCouncil approves first property tax freeze since 1997Don

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35:45

Your car is the best Pea Pea E

Speaking Municipally ·

2020/12/04

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Dubai PipeFiberglass pipe from Dubai needed to repair massive hole in south Edmonton sewer lineCandy Cane LaneCandy Cane Lane 'drive-thru only,' 22 arenas set to close: cityExplore EdmontonExplore Edmonton asks city to double its budget in COVID-19Catherine WarrenNews Release: Innovate Edmonton names Catherine Warren as new Chief Executive OfficerInnovate Edmonton names Catherine Warren as its first CEODon IvesonDear EdmontoniansAndre

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33:58

Neighbourhood pools are Cloves'd

Speaking Municipally ·

2020/11/20

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Trump TweetTweet from EPLdotCAFast CarsA Collection of Cars From “Fast and Furious” Hides in EdmontonHydrogen NodeGreater Edmonton Region Well-Suited to Become Canada's First Hydrogen NodeCOVID LeadershipCOVID-19 has killed 110 Albertans so far during worst month of pandemicEdmonton mayor says stronger COVID-19 measures ‘needed soon’ to slow growth in 2nd waveMask Bylaw Agenda ItemBudget AdjustmentsNews Release: Report release sets the stage for

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33:48

Local businesses going OniOnline

Speaking Municipally ·

2020/11/13

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Solar RebatesResidents urge Edmonton city council to expand bike network, solar rebate program to address climate changeTransit TextsNews Release: ETS continues to enhance safety and security using unique gender-based approachWe're #76World's Best CitiesVoting Records - with Justin SmalleyEdmonton City Council | Coffee and Bay LeavesRestaurant Restrictions - with Sharon YeoFood Roundup: Kenney pledges Alberta restaurants will remain openFood

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31:11

Not every surprise is Mandelicious

Speaking Municipally ·

2020/11/06

Here are the relevant links for this episode:US ElectionSee the latest at The New York Times‘Let’s just have an outcome’: preaching patience, politicos weigh in on U.S. election nightSpeed LimitsEdmonton council approves 40 km/h residential speed limitSpeed limit on Edmonton's residential roads will drop to 40 km/h next summerSpeed Limit Reduction - City of EdmontonStephen MandelFormer Edmonton mayor pitches new sports venue for ColiseumFormer Edmonton mayor, sports groups advocate to

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31:35

All of a Spudden, Second Wave

Speaking Municipally ·

2020/10/30

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Taproot Edmonton PresentsA new podcast from Taproot EdmontonIgniting Innovation: Startup TNTIgniting Innovation: The LandscapeLocal BusinessNews Release: Cutting red tape for businesses and industrySpooky SummersideHearse enthusiasts to haunt southside Edmonton neighbourhood Halloween nightWildcat StrikeHealth-care workers walk off the job in wildcat strikes across Alberta: AUPEDaveberta InterviewEpisode 61: Don Iveson on being a Mayor during

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34:16

The solar installation stops Fern nothing

Speaking Municipally ·

2020/10/23

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Regional TransitNews Release: Regional Transit Services Commission enters next phaseWarehouse SpaceE-commerce drives demand for warehouse real estate in EdmontonEmployee ExperienceNews Release: City releases 2020 Employee Experience survey resultsSolar FarmDebate over contentious river valley solar farm proposal extends to third day as city councillors hear from 55 speakersEdmonton city council votes 7-6 to allow large solar farm project to go

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