Reposted from the Calgary Herald.
The proposed 2023-2026 budget delays significant investments in Calgary in a modest attempt to maintain the status quo. These delays present an enormous missed opportunity over the next four years — one that will be felt by many Calgarians almost immediately.
A moderated conversation on the approaches municipal governments are taking to address the housing crisis. How are we breaking down systemic barriers and ensuring we meet everyone’s housing needs? Steve Paikin, host of TVO’s The Agenda, moderates this dynamic conversation with political leaders across the country.
My Resignation from Police Commission
New measures would enhance enforcement against motorists that create excessive noise.
On July 26, Council will consider the approval of what has been referred to as “new business cases,” “new communities,” “edge growth,” and more commonly, “urban sprawl.”
The strategy builds on the existing strategy and aligns with the Council Climate Emergency declaration to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and adapt to our changing climate at an accelerated pace and scale. It follows Council's commitment to Building Accountability into the Declaration of a Climate Emergency and Call to Action.
Today, Council's Executive Committee approved a Housing and Affordability Task Force Notice of Motion, co-sponsored by myself and Councillors Carra and Penner. Council will consider this Notice of Motion on June 7th.
Spring is upon us…or so it seems. We’re seeing lots of little bunnies in Lindsay Park, dandelions showing their bright faces, and people wearing shorts already! It has been great to see the hustle and bustle return to sidewalks and parks, and we’ll soon be in patio and festival season (and playoffs?). We hope the longer days and nicer weather has done good for you all—all things considered.
If you have any questions about what’s included here, please contact your Ward 8 Office rep.
The Sprawlcast's Jeremy Klaszus interviewed me about policing in Calgary.
I’ve had the opportunity to meet so many members of our community, and it’s been a privilege to hear and get to know the people that make Ward 8 such a great place to live. Below you will find our regular monthly update. As always, please stay informed, connected, and go out and meet your neighbours! The people who make up our communities and our relationships with them are the foundation of our connection to this city.
Hello, Ward 8!
Freedom is not just something we choose or demand. It is something we share.
Hello, Ward 8! The first 100 days of the term have been amazing.
In November 2021, Council declared a climate emergency. Today, Council made clear our commitment to taking local action by passing the Building Accountability into the Declaration of a Climate Emergency and Call to Action.
Hosted by 2021 Public Relations graduate Julia Kaiser, I joined a panel of guests as part of Mount Royal University' Big Ideas series to talk about our collective way forward.
Today, Council passed the Clean Energy Improvement Program Bylaw.
On November 15, 2021, Council voted 13-2 in declaring a climate emergency.