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  • So he's back, at least for now

    So he's back, at least for now
    May 2 2025
    We look at what the federal election results mean for Edmonton, including the return of Mayor Amarjeet Sohi to city council. We also discuss the future of E-Park with Coun. Aaron Paquette, and dig into when we might expect results in the upcoming municipal election.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Federal election resultsAlberta's blue wave has Conservatives projected to win nearly every seat in EdmontonRecap: Liberals hold Edmonton Centre, Conservatives pick up Griesbach, rural sweep for ToriesEdmonton voters wanted change, action on affordability, Conservative candidates sayElection 2025: Edmonton Centre remains Liberal red after Olszewski victoryElection 2025: Sohi loses in Edmonton Southeast as Conservative Mahal clinches victoryElection 2025: Edmonton Griesbach returns to Conservative fold as Kerry Diotte beats Blake DesjarlaisElection 2025: Heather McPherson keeps Edmonton Strathcona for third straight electionE-Park in 2016EPark has replaced coin parking meters in EdmontonEdmonton says goodbye to last coin parking meterNews Release: City says goodbye to final coin parking meterTime expires for Edmonton parking meters, but you can buy your ownCoun. Aaron PaquetteCoun. Aaron PaquetteEdmonton city council looking for ways to help smartphone-less drivers pay for parkingEdmonton city council to discuss delaying removal of EPark metresOpinion: Mobile-only parking a barrier to downtown EdmontonMunicipal election plansBan on tabulators means election results will arrive much later in 2025, official saysAlberta overhauls election laws to allow corporate donations, change referendum thresholdsFrom the Taproot newsroomCouncil seeks potentially 'radical' solutions in Belgravia traffic assessmentLinda Ha sets sights on helping freelancers avoid burnout and stay afloatRapid fireEdmonton-Southeast voters react to Mayor Sohi's federal election lossPremier Danielle Smith calls on PM Mark Carney to 'reset' Ottawa-Alberta relationshipElection questionIt's time to share what's on your election agendaWhat issues do you care about as you consider who to vote for in the 2025 municipal election, and why?Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★
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    58 min
  • Taxes go up, can't explain that

    Taxes go up, can't explain that
    Apr 25 2025
    City council has approved the final property tax increase for 2025, and it's lower than expected … except maybe not? Plus, the City started removing EPark meters … but maybe not? We also discuss the integrity commissioner's annual report, and bike lanes.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Property tax increaseNews Release: City Council approves tax levy increaseEdmonton property tax increase set at 5.7%, lower than expected -Edmonton sets tax levy increase at 5.7 per cent -Province Inflicts Steep Property Tax Increase on Calgarians - Jyoti GondekEPark metersPaquette wants to pause transition to mobile payments for parkingEdmonton city council looking for ways to help smartphone-less drivers pay for parkingCoun. Aaron Paquette's motionIntegrity commissioner's annual reportOn the agenda: Tax increase, integrity commissioner, sidewalk improvementsBike lanesAlberta transportation minister wants bike lanes gone, critics say stay in your laneKeith Gerein: Nuisance or not, Edmonton's bike lanes are no business of the UCP governmentFrom the Taproot newsroomBusiness park proposes relocating creek and downing 6,900 trees to expandU of A launches Centre for Hydrogen Innovation, aiming for 'transformational impact'Rapid fireOilers playoff run sparks business boom and community spirit in EdmontonNews Release: Free compost available at Eco StationsElection questionIt's time to share what's on your election agendaWhat issues do you care about as you consider who to vote for in the 2025 municipal election, and why?Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★
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    37 min
  • Can Front Yards in Bloom be exhumed?

    Can Front Yards in Bloom be exhumed?
    Apr 18 2025
    The most predictable of outcomes has happened: people are upset about Front Yards in Bloom getting pruned. Plus, we discuss the Ritchie downzoning, new transit peace officers, and the growth of the bus fleet. And we look ahead to the federal election.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Front Yards in BloomEdmontonians rally to save Front Yards in Bloom program2024: Front Yards in Bloom celebrates 25th AnniversaryRitchie downzoningApril 7 public hearingOn the agenda: Indigenous-led housing, parking revenues, growing universityTransit peace officersEdmonton swapping security guards for 30 transit peace officersEdmonton city council approves reallocating $5M for more transit peace officersBus fleet growthETS Route Report Card - BNR (Fall 2024)2024-2025 Edmonton Transit Service Annual Service PlanFederal electionLiberals eyeing more seats in Tory-blue Alberta, as some ridings may be tight contestsEdmonton federal election candidate list finalized ahead of April 28 voteFederal election 2025: Expect another close race in Edmonton CentreEdmonton Griesbach: much-anticipated Desjarlais-Diotte rematch a bellwether for NDP's 'blue to orange' hopes338CanadaReddit: Come on Edmonton Griesbach, this is No Time for Vote Splitting!From the Taproot newsroomNanoprecise expects profitability soon after US$38M raiseHomeward Trust grapples with changing municipal, provincial funding systemsThe Colombian brews plans for rapid expansionRapid fire'Extra caution': Expert warns of aggressive coyotes as denning season arrives in EdmontonNews Release: Budweiser Ignites City Of Champions Spirit With Limited-Edition 'Edmonton' CanDr. Mark Joffe out as Alberta chief medical officer of healthElection questionIt's time to share what's on your election agendaWhat issues do you care about as you consider who to vote for in the 2025 municipal election, and why?Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★
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    36 min
  • The only rule is there are no rules

    The only rule is there are no rules
    Apr 11 2025
    We look at new provincial bills affecting municipal elections, governance, and policing. We also discuss the end of Front Yards in Bloom, the shameful state of the BMO building site, and the Old Strathcona Farmers' Market expanding to two days.Here are the relevant links for this episode:CrosswordsThe Taproot Mini brings a bit of fun to The PulseBills 49/50/51Alberta seeking to eliminate municipal code of conductCodes of conduct failed voters and municipalities, Alberta minister saysNews Release: Expanding municipal police service optionsNews Release: Modernizing municipal processesNews Release: Responding to the changing education systemFront Yards in BloomFarewell to Front Yards in BloomBMO building siteVacant problem problem property in downtown EdmontonPuneeta McBryan's post on LinkedInOld Strathcona Farmers' MarketEdmonton's Old Strathcona Farmers Market to be open on Sundays, too2019: The new business of farmers' markets in Edmonton2022: Renovations to bridge Old Strathcona Farmers' Market into the futureFrom the Taproot newsroomProvincial push for data centres could spike emissions, researcher saysCouncil's decision on Nordic spa erodes public access to river valley: AdvocatesRapid fireFringe Festival marks fundraising milestone but eyes monetizing portable toiletsNews Release: Annual Spring Sweep underwayElection questionIt's time to share what's on your election agendaWhat issues do you care about as you consider who to vote for in the 2025 municipal election, and why?This episode is brought to you by Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider (and title sponsor of Taproot's Regional Roundup). Park Power offers electricity, natural gas, and internet to homes, businesses, and farms throughout Alberta. Learn more at parkpower.ca.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★
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    37 min
  • EPark is in a bit of a Hot Spot

    EPark is in a bit of a Hot Spot
    Apr 4 2025

    E-Park machines are being removed, making mobile payments the preferred option for parking. We also discuss directing parking revenue to nearby infrastructure improvements, the removal of speed-on-green cameras, guidelines for point access blocks, and the story behind the demise of Alberta's first commercial hydrogen fueling station.

    Here are the relevant links for this episode:


    Crosswords

    • The Taproot Mini brings a bit of fun to The Pulse

    Karen Principe

    • Coun. Principe's post

    E-Park

    • News Release: EPark transitions to mobile-only payment system
    • Edmonton moves to mobile-only parking payments: What to know

    BIA parking

    • Edmonton to mull sharing parking revenue with business districts
    • Urban Planning Committee - April 01, 2025

    Speed-on-green cameras

    • Edmonton disables intersection speeding cameras

    Point access blocks

    • City helps developers get point access blocks approved

    Hydrogen fueling station

    • Hydrogen fuelling station closed less than one year after opening to government fanfare

    Rapid fire

    • Edmonton officials warn of fake letter circulating about pet licencing fees
    • News Release: Valley Line West LRT: Phase 1 accelerated roadwork to begin soon

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    39 min
  • And then there were twelve

    And then there were twelve
    Mar 28 2025
    Mayor Amarjeet Sohi is taking a leave of absence to run in the federal election next month. We talk through the implications. Plus, extended producer responsibility is here, and the city is adding service hours to transit.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Extended Producer ResponsibilityNews Release: Extended Producer responsibility is coming to EdmontonSohi's leave of absenceSohi considers federal run as Canada needs 'serious' leadership to face TrumpFormer Edmonton mayor, city councillor weigh in on Sohi attempting federal political comebackAndrew Knack considers running for Edmonton mayor as council approves leave for Amarjeet Sohi's federal Liberal campaignBattle of AlbertaNew Edmonton Screen CEO wants to leverage local strengths for global growthCalgary Region Hydrogen Hub set to power the future of low-carbon energyEdmonton transit changesEdmonton Transit Service shuffling routes to add 50,000 annual hours of serviceNews Release: ETS offering more bus trips, expanded airport service and other improvements in 2025From the newsroomViolets moving west of Mill Creek Ravine as area heats up with business activityNew Entos Pharmaceuticals hub to help retain biotech talentRapid fireRod Loyola to run for Liberals in federal electionExcrement smeared on Edmonton statue of Oilers great Wayne GretzkyMcDavid, Draisaitl 'going to still be a while' before returning for OilersSpeaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★
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    34 min
  • So he's running... but for what?

    So he's running... but for what?
    Mar 22 2025

    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 Sohi

    • Mayor Amarjeet Sohi
    • What We Have Accomplished Together

    From the conversation

    • Edmonton mayor celebrates downtown investments, restored grants in Alberta budget
    • Sohi calls Alberta's $106M funding commitment for downtown Edmonton a step in right direction
    • Edmonton focused on not buying goods and services from the U.S.
    • Keith Gerein: Investment deal for Edmonton not yet 'ruthlessly fair'
    • Here's what's in Edmonton's draft event park deal with Alberta, Oilers
    • City, universities tackle Edmonton's student housing crunch

    Rapid fire

    • Edmonton shoppers take trip down memory lane as Hudson's Bay looks to liquidate shelves
    • Alberta wants to use critical infrastructure defence law to block emissions data from Ottawa
    • Mark Carney skates with the Oilers, makes funding announcements in Edmonton

    Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.

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    53 min
  • Something is Afoot

    Something is Afoot
    Mar 14 2025
    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 Public AreasEdmonton Public Library: No Directive to Remove Pride FlagsUnion says Pride flags banned at Edmonton libraries, library disputes claimTransit safetyDespite record ridership, many Edmontonians still don't think transit is safe, report showsReport recommends more peace officer presence at Edmonton transit stationsTransit soundsArtist creates sound experience at Edmonton transit centreEdmonton Arts Council | Sendero a lo Próximo (Path to the near)Expanding tradeEconomic developer helps companies move export sights off U.S. and onto Japan, Mexico, Middle EastStolen statuesStatue of women's rights activist Emily Murphy vanishes from Edmonton park named after herCut at the ankles: another statue goes missing from an Edmonton park'Please bring them back': Plaques honouring First World War soldiers stolen from cemeteryFrom the Taproot newsroomEdmonton 'still not ready' as 2024 population growth exceeded even breakneck forecast: KnackPouring a double: Trade mission to Japan and Cocktail Week boost beverage industryRapid fireCommonwealth Stadium field could be renamed Play Alberta FieldShould Edmonton have an official bird? Voting underway to pick favourite flyerSpeaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★
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    39 min