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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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53:16

So he's running... but for what?

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2025/03/22

Mayor Amarjeet Sohi joins us to discuss his political future. Will he run for re-election? Will he return to federal politics? We hear what Sohi thinks is needed to stand up for Canada and municipalities.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Amarjeet SohiMayor Amarjeet SohiWhat We Have Accomplished TogetherFrom the conversationEdmonton mayor celebrates downtown investments, restored grants in Alberta budgetSohi calls Alberta's $106M funding commitment for downtown Edmonton a step in

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39:21

Something is Afoot

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2025/03/14

Coun. Sarah Hamilton has announced she will not seek re-election in the fall. We also discuss the pride flag issue between CSU52 and the Edmonton Public Library, transit safety and sounds, efforts to diversify Edmonton's trade beyond the United States, and why statues keep getting stolen.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Sarah HamiltonCoun. Sarah Hamilton's postInterview on Real Talk with Ryan JespersenPride flagsCSU52: Statement Re: EPL Directive to Remove Pride Flags from

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36:56

An ICEy reception to CRL extension

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2025/03/07

We discuss the potential renaming of the field at Commonwealth Stadium, a recommendation to accelerate the adoption of heat pumps, another Edmonton Public School Board trustee resignation, and the new ICE District deal. Plus, we talk about the Energy City Cactus Rats, ETS merchandise, and more.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Commonwealth Stadium fieldCommonwealth Stadium field could be renamed Play Alberta FieldAdopting heat pumpsCouncil urged to accelerate adoption of heat

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32:18

A committee is born

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2025/02/28

A new committee of council has been born (or, at least, is in utero). Plus, Bridgegate both continues and concludes, council has approved the Nordic spa in the river valley, and the province's CorruptCare scandal (allegedly) reaches the city.Here are the relevant links for this episode:BridgegateCity releases schedule of Edmonton's bridge renewals for 2025Puneeta McBryan's LinkedIn postDowntown Revitalization Coalition's LinkedIn postInfrastructure committeeCouncil reportCoun. Aaron

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33:05

Bridgelocked

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2025/02/21

You may have heard that several bridges will be closed at once, but is that true? We dig into bridge maintenance planned for the next few years. We also discuss new bus priority measures, Lime's winter cycling pilot, an audit of DATS, and the upcoming wildfire season.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Bridge maintenanceNo, five bridges in downtown are not closing all at onceOpinion: Perfect storm of bridge closures will devastate DowntownEdmonton business group urges bridge

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43:39

The Leducsiana Purchase

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2025/02/14

We follow up on the Public Spaces Bylaw, accelerating construction on the Valley Line West LRT, and the introduction of two new commissioners for the Edmonton Police Commission. Plus, the City of Leduc proposes to annex land from Leduc County, and we wrap up our Edmonton Food Faves series.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Public Spaces BylawSpeakers urge city councillors to ditch proposed public spaces bylawEdmontonians share concerns that public spaces bylaw targets city's most

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51:31

Blame Edmonton for the tariffs

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2025/02/07

City council heard about potential tariffs and how they might affect our city. Plus, the Edmonton Design Committee could be expanding its mandate, and we look at how construction on the Valley Line West LRT might accelerate.Here are the relevant links for this episode:TariffsEdmonton city council, business leaders talk tariff strategy as administrators review contractsMayor, province point fingers after Trump adviser singles out Edmonton's drug crisisMayor Amarjeet Sohi's threadCoun. Tim

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42:04

Public Spaces 2: Electric Boogaloo

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2025/01/31

We examine the updated Public Spaces Bylaw, which will be discussed at an upcoming committee meeting. Plus, an update on affordable housing on surplus school sites, and how artificial intelligence is beginning to integrate into municipal work.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Public Spaces BylawHere's why Edmonton may ban or limit public behaviours including drug use, panhandling and protestsNews Release: Edmonton first in Canada to consolidate municipal bylaws to protect

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46:17

Accountability is police commissing in action

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2025/01/24

We discuss the 76 Avenue redevelopment, the latest police commission appointments, the end of the EMRB, and a well-known West Edmonton Mall record, which may not be a record at all. Plus, we have a new segment exploring Edmonton Food Faves.Here are the relevant links for this episode:West Edmonton MallReddit thread about the parking lot recordEdmonton Metropolitan Region Board'Bittersweet' end of the EMRB opens door to 'next iteration' of regional partnershipNovember 2024: The EMRB is not

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48:26

Eddie's still driving –– but now it's permanent

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2025/01/17

We're joined by the no-longer-interim city manager, Eddie Robar, to discuss his role, the city's finances, the year ahead, and the upcoming municipal election.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Guest: Eddie RobarEddie Robar on LinkedInEpisode 262: Eddie's still here, and he's driving the busEddie's post on LinkedIn about taking over the roleBudget pressures top of mind for Edmonton's new city managerKeith Gerein: Edmonton's city manager the safe choice for a risky

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46:25

Jeopardy 2024

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2024/12/20

This. Is. Speaking Municipally Jeopardy! Three branch managers from the City of Edmonton square off in our annual holiday trivia episode. Enjoy!Here are the relevant links for this episode:Carrie Hotton-MacDonaldBranch Manager, Edmonton Transit ServiceLinkedInPascale LadouceurBranch Manager, Infrastructure Planning & DesignLinkedInCate WattBranch Manager, Assessment and TaxationLinkedInSpeaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about

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46:43

Eventually the bill comes due

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2024/12/13

In our penultimate episode of 2024, we recap the 2025 budget and discuss how the process might change in the future. Plus, we wrap up the Housing Complex project and look at what's next as we head into municipal election season.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Budget recapNews Release: City Council confirms fall budget adjustmentsEdmonton city council sets property tax increase at 6.1% for 2025Edmonton city council votes for 6.1% tax hike for 2025With all the amendments to the

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41:22

We're pushing, but the tax increase just won't budge-it

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2024/12/06

After four days of debate, Edmonton city council approved adjustments to the 2025 budget, setting a 6.1% property tax increase for next year. In this episode, we dig into some of the key moments throughout the debate. We talk about photo radar, trees, and community sandboxes.Here are the relevant links for this episode:BudgetNews Release: City Council confirms fall budget adjustmentsEdmonton city council approves 6.1% tax hike for 2025Budget 2025: Explore Edmonton asks city for $6M or won't

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37:01

The EMRB is not to be

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2024/11/29

Another blow to regional collaboration as it appears the EMRB is dead after the provincial government pulled its funding. Plus, we talk budget, carbon emissions, police response times, and parking.Here are the relevant links for this episode:EMRBRegional Roundup: Nov. 27, 2024'Unexpected': Edmonton's regional board loses provincial funding, future uncertainBudgetCity says participatory budgeting experiment was challenging but taught lessonsWill Edmonton neighbourhood renewal be scaled

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40:56

Bye bye Mr. Police Chief Guy

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2024/11/22

We have a third mayoral candidate as Coun. Tim Cartmell finally confirms he's running for mayor. And in a surprising announcement, Chief Dale McFee has announced his retirement from EPS, effective Feb. 21, 2025.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Cartmell running for mayorIs Tim Cartmell the Next Mayor of Edmonton?Edmonton Coun. Tim Cartmell running for mayor with new political partyMcFee retiringChief McFee retires from the EPSProvince to appoint more members to Edmonton Police

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37:48

The fiscal gap makes for a SOBAring budget discussion

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2024/11/15

This week, budget season has begun. Troy and Stephanie guide you into the start of our year-end busy season, and explain how this will lead into next year's busy season, the election.Here are the relevant links for this episode:BudgetEdmonton city council looks for cuts to lower 8.1 per cent tax hike eyed for 2025Edmonton city councillors question travel budgets and spending on Calgary StampedeElection9 candidates declare intention to run for Edmonton City CouncilCity managerEdmonton city

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42:00

Please stand clear of the vanishing doors

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2024/11/08

Taproot Edmonton reporter Colin Gallant joins us to discuss making Edmonton's housing more financially accessible, the Valley Line LRT's first anniversary, and the future of retail downtown.Here are the relevant links for this episode:UpdatesNews Release: Fifth case of Dutch elm disease confirmed in EdmontonNews Release: City launches Assisted Snow Removal Program PilotCity of Edmonton proposes 8.1% tax hike in 2025 to cover higher costsHousingHow should Edmonton grow to make housing more

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52:08

There's no I in DIP

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2024/11/01

The Downtown Investment Plan remains a hot topic of discussion. This week, we speak with Shani Gwin, a Métis woman, downtown business owner, AI entrepreneur, and DBA board member, for her take.Here are the relevant links for this episode:GuestsShani Gwin on LinkedInpipikwan pêhtâkwanDowntown Investment PlanDowntown Investment Plan (PDF)News Release: DIP INTO DOWNTOWN: Solutions for Edmonton's Financial Future — Strategic Investment in Downtown (PDF)wâsikan kisewâtisiwinwâsikan

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61:17

Snow time like the present to talk about ice

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2024/10/25

This week, we're getting an early start on winter by talking about snow and ice control. We speak with Mark Beare and Val Dacyk from the City of Edmonton about service standards for clearing roadways and active pathways, how much people love the snow plow map, how big the snow clearing operation is, what it would take to clear sidewalks, where your tax dollars go, and much more.Here are the relevant links for this episode:GuestsMark Beare on LinkedInValerie Dacyk on LinkedInSnow and ice

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58:43

Just one more downtown plan bro, I promise it’s the...

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2024/10/18

A new report published by a coalition of business leaders calls for nearly $500 million of investment in Edmonton's downtown. We talk with the report's authors, Alexandra Hryciw and Jason Syvixay, about the action items, and what they hope to achieve.Here are the relevant links for this episode:GuestsAlexandra Hryciw on LinkedInDowntown Revitalization CoalitionJason Syvixay on LinkedInBILD Edmonton MetroDowntown Investment PlanDowntown Investment Plan (PDF)News Release: DIP INTO DOWNTOWN:

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