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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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34:16

The solar installation stops Fern nothing

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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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33:50

Seething about EATing at the outdoor sEATing without...

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2020/10/16

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Bus SignsNews Release: New bus stop signs prepare riders for new networkFlowers for KarenEdmonton flower shop giving back to KarensLimo FeesCouncil approves fee reductions for Edmonton limos, vehicles for hireEnding HomelessnessNews Release: City to use Edmonton Convention Centre for temporary pandemic accommodationNews Release: Short-term accommodation being offered to those at Light Horse Park encampmentEdmonton Convention Centre to be

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33:43

The new OrchKid on the block

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2020/10/09

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Strathcona County MasksTemporary face covering bylaw in effect immediatelyTrick or TreatHalloween a go despite COVID-19, says Alberta's chief medical officerEdmonton-area malls cancel trick-or-treating due to COVID-19Connor McCovidEdmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid tests positive for COVID-19Guest: Emily Rendell-Watson@erendellwatson on TwitterLinkedInTaproot Edmonton makes its first hireEnding HomelessnessCity taps federal, provincial funds

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48:20

Councillor Walters on the room where it HaPennes

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2020/10/02

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Kooks and Sad Losers‘Small number of kooks’: Alberta Premier Jason Kenney condemns apparent racist rally in EdmontonEdmonton BubbleSuccess of NHL bubble in Edmonton result of close collaboration: HinshawJespersen OutRadio host and long-time local journalist Ryan Jespersen abruptly fired by 630 CHEDYEGPodfestPANEL: The Lives & Times of Millennials, Sat, Oct 3, 2020 at 2:30 PMGuest: Michael WaltersMichaelWalters.ca@michaelwalters on Twitter2021

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38:29

Aloe to 100!

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2020/09/25

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Rapid FireRapid Fire Theatre: Edmonton's Longest Running Improv TheatreJulian FaidTaproot's First HireTaproot Edmonton makes its first hire – Taproot PublishingGuest: Rob HouleLinkedIn@NehiyawRob on TwitterEpisode 92Indigenous Ward NamesCity council approves Indigenous names for Edmonton’s new ward boundariesEdmonton council endorses Indigenous names for city's revamped wardsIndigenous names for Edmonton wards endorsed by city councilEPS Chief's

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52:39

The Gon-bananas-a plan

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2020/09/18

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Police TankEdmonton police unveil new $500K armoured vehicleOilers 50/50Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation bringing back online 50/50 for Stanley Cup FinalEdmonton RiverhawksMeet the Riverhawks: Edmonton ballpark to host new team backed by ex-Oiler-led groupGuest: Jeffery Hansen-CarlsonLinkedInTwitterPrairie SkyPrairie Sky GondolaWhy Prairie Sky?Prairie Sky Power Plant TourGondola RelatedFeb. 5, 2020: Opinion: River valley gondola would come at

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34:05

Asking questions to Butter our election coverage

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2020/09/11

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Limo StrugglesLimo companies struggling during pandemic say Edmonton fees crippling industrySchool WaveNearly 100 Grade 10 students from Ross Sheppard High School told to self-isolate after positive COVID-19 testSmart Fare DelayBorder closure due to COVID-19 puts brakes on Edmonton transit’s smart fare systemElise StolteTwitterElections SOS The Citizens Agenda Election SOS | Supporting Journalists To Provide Better Election Coverage Key steps in

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35:53

EGGregious violation of the code of conduct are... fine?

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2020/09/04

Here are the relevant links for this episode:School BussingCOVID-19 triggers school bus driver shortage in EdmontonWalmart ClosedSouth Edmonton Walmart closed after a dozen staff are diagnosed with COVID-19Streetcar TracksThe High Level Streetcar's extension to Whyte Ave is making progress!Sanction HearingEdmonton Coun. Mike Nickel avoids punishment for code of conduct violations in narrow voteMeeting agenda and minutesGUNTER: City council could set dangerous precedent if it reprimands

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27:53

The Walters treetirement plan

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2020/08/28

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Alberta DeficitAlberta projects largest deficit in province's history amid COVID-19 pandemic, low oil pricesColorful SkiesOrange sky time-lapsePhotos by Keith MooreAlphonso DaviesHigh Level Bridge in Edmonton highlights Champions League win for Alphonso DaviesMichael WaltersEdmonton councillor Michael Walters says he won't seek another term at city hallCouncillor Michael Walters announces he's not seeking re-election - Ryan Jespersen ShowTwitter

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30:36

A special council meeting to see if you’ve been...

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2020/08/22

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Teacher TestingHinshaw advises teacher testing before back-to-school; Edmonton driving COVID-19 spread in AlbertaMystery TunnelDecades-old mystery tunnel uncovered by construction crew in Stony PlainOilers 50/50Legendary Edmonton Oilers 50/50 reached $14.3-million with draw set for next weekExemption Card GeneratorTroy's original tweetTroy's tweet about the cease and desistCOVID-19News Release - Update 112: COVID-19 pandemic in Alberta (Aug. 20,

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34:06

The mask ex-hemp-tion card program goes up in smoke

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2020/08/14

Here are the relevant links for this episode:EE FootballEdmonton Football Team discontinues use of the name EskimosKâhasinîskâk BridgeEdmonton on track for big, safe, vital construction seasonNews Release: Construction season in full swing despite COVID-19 pandemicOilers OutOilers GM says team needs to build on progress after again missing playoffsMask Exemption CardsAug. 4: News Release - Four-out-of-five Edmontonians observed wearing face coverings over the long weekendAug. 7: Dziadyk's

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48:20

Making our city plan a little more Currant

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2020/08/07

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Media LayoffsJim Pattison Broadcast Group offers early retirement, lays off 40 in pandemic cutsMask ComplianceNews Release: Four-out-of-five Edmontonians observed wearing face coverings over the long weekendElectric BusesNews Release: History in the making: ETS deploys first electric bus into serviceGuest: Kalen Anderson@KalenAnderson on TwitterLinkedInCity PlanThe City PlanGuidebook for preparing a municipal development planVideo: How do we plan

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36:24

$11 million is all council is willing to Pear from...

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2020/07/10

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Yoshii ExpressA Wild Week for Alan of Yoshii Express: How the Edmonton Community Came Together to Support A Small BusinessSolar FarmNews Release: World's-largest airport solar farm arriving at EIAHub CityDowntown businesses 'super excited' about Edmonton being an NHL Hub CityGuest: Rob HouleLinkedIn Profile@NehiyawRob on TwitterPolicing MotionFinal Motion (PDF)'A lack of political bravery': Edmonton council's police motion falls flat, experts

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31:22

It’s like graaaaaaaaaaaaiiiin, on Canada Day

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2020/07/03

Here are the relevant links for this episode:ESOEdmonton Symphony Orchestra musicians set to serenade boaters on a lake on Canada DayHigh SchoolMost Edmonton high schools switching to quarterly system next yearHomophobic TweetEskimos release receiver Christion Jones for posting homophobic tweetE-Bike RebatesEdmonton backpedals on e-bike rebate programEdmonton city council to reconsider e-bike rebate if motion passesE-bike rebate program sells out in daysNews Release: City launches

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32:18

Cheryl Johner? More leek Cheryl GONER

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2020/06/26

Here are the relevant links for this episode:NHL Hub CityKenney pushes Edmonton as NHL hub with video showing off Alberta’s Rocky MountainsJason Kenney's tweetCanoe CommuteEdmonton doctor canoes to work: ‘My commute is the best part of my day’Poplar FluffPoplar fluff piles up on Edmonton trails and parksBill 29News Release: Levelling the playing field in local electionsElection bills give Albertans more democracy, less transparency and accountability.UCP says Bill 29 will level playing

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49:24

The status quo can't romaine

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2020/06/12

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Drive-Thru MasksNews Release: Non-medical masks available to AlbertansMowing GreenspacesFrustrated residents team up to mow park city can't afford to maintainPassenger RailNews Release: Assessing rail service between Calgary and BanffSahr Saffa@sahrsjunior on InstagramSahr Saffa on LinkedInLIBI Podcast: Sahr SaffaAvenue Edmonton profile of Sahr SaffaMode Models: Behind The Scenes with Sahr SaffaBias in TechSahr's post about algorithmsSahr's post

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29:26

Taking a ReBite out of our carbon emissions

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2020/06/05

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Pride Flag'Disingenuous at best': UCP raises and lowers flag for Pride Month in 24 hoursSolar EnergyEdmonton Convention Centre begins harnessing its own renewable energyRehabbing and retrofitting buildings generates energy, conserves money in EdmontonE-scootersE-scooters hit Edmonton streets for a second season with tight COVID-19 regulationsBlack Lives MatterWhere Taproot stands, and the work aheadDon Iveson's tweetLight the BridgeDale McFee's

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33:15

You Butter slow down, the popo is coming for you

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2020/05/29

Here are the relevant links for this episode:New KittenAtlas & Addie on Tik TokNoisy SpeedingEdmonton police cracking down on traffic noise and speedingUniversity Growing?Incoming University of Alberta president wants 10,000 more students by 2025Cannabis & LibrariesEdmonton library will go to court over distance between cannabis stores and branchesRelaunch UpdatesA number of changes as City continues to phase relaunch plansCapital BudgetCouncil Roundup: May 22,

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28:54

Iveson puts a summer transit shutdown on the Taber

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2020/05/22

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Speak to us!Voicelink.fmEIA LayoffsCOVID-19: Workforce reductions announced at Edmonton International AirportPark DrinkingCouncil decision on allowing alcohol consumption in Edmonton parks this summer delayed indefinitelyBorder ClosedCanada-US border to remain closed for another month as provinces slowly reopenAddie Wins!Troy's tweetElection ResultsRelaunchCity proceeds with relaunch effortsAdministration Update: May 21Edmonton playgrounds and

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36:46

Foreign Minterference in a Dog Election

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2020/05/15

Here are the relevant links for this episode:Speak to us!Voicelink.fmArmy & NavyEdmontonians disappointed at loss of Army & Navy storeAGLCAlberta to continue with alcohol sales in takeout, delivery orders when COVID-19 restrictions easeSnowbirdsSnowbirds set to fly over northern Alberta this week for Operation InspirationUPDATE: Capt. Jenn Casey of Nova Scotia died on Sunday when the jet she was in crashed shortly after takeoff in Kamloops, B.C.Dog ElectionMill Creek Off-leash

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