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 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.© Taproot Publishing Inc. Politique Sciences politiques
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  • You're out of order! You're out of order! This whole council is out of order!

    You're out of order! You're out of order! This whole council is out of order!
    Jul 4 2025
    Council is about to start its summer break, but not before making a bunch of decisions that could shape the future of Edmonton. Infill and the zoning bylaw changes are the big item again this week, but we also talk about the Downtown CRL extension, the Winspear Centre expansion, road widening, a proposal for free parking, and more.Here are the relevant links for this episode:CRLEdmonton council extends Downtown CRL, ending two days of debateWinspear CentreOctober 2024: Winspear expansion in final push for fundraising and constructionCity Council - March 18, 2025Bike skills parkEdmonton approves seven-acre mountain bike facility in river valleyParking ban towingCity approves return of tow trucks during parking bansDowntown district energyNews Release: City Council approves growth of Downtown District Energy InitiativeInfill and zoning bylawHere are the proposed changes to Edmonton's zoning bylaw set for debate this week'Absolute mess': Public put on hold as city council wades through marathon zoning sessionEdmonton city councillor's infill moratorium attempt fails for legal reasonsEdmonton councillors blast Cartmell for failed infill motionZoning bylaw debate poses some thorny issues for Edmonton councilFree parkingFree parking plan aims to revive Edmonton's coreRoad wideningEdmonton looking to widen some roads due to growing traffic congestionRapid fireFrats and sororities, evicted by U of A, struggle to find housing in GarneauEx-UCP MLAs reviving Alberta's Progressive Conservative PartyAlberta posts surplus of $8.3B in 2024-25 fiscal yearElection projectWhat issues do you care about as you consider who to vote for in the 2025 municipal election, and why?A progress report on Taproot's election projectWhat we heard at our election listening sessionsThis 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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    39 min
  • O-E-Gee whiz, how C-aRe-L we gonna vote?

    O-E-Gee whiz, how C-aRe-L we gonna vote?
    Jun 27 2025
    We discuss the proposed moratorium on infill development, the extension of the Downtown Community Revitalization Levy, and the return of former MP Rahim Jaffer to municipal politics. We also look at how changes to vote counting will affect the 2025 municipal election, and the end of photo radar in playground zones.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Infill moratoriumCartmell to call for moratorium on new infill development in EdmontonEdmonton city councillor and mayoral candidate calls for infill moratoriumLorne Gunter: Cartmell opposition to infill weak, better than alternativeCRL extension'A generational investment': Edmonton business groups warn of consequences if Downtown CRL extension failsMayor Sohi pitches extension of Downtown CRL ahead of public hearingsEdmontonians should have a referendum this municipal election: Should taxpayers provide $88.5 million to the Oilers Entertainment Group for a new Event Park? - Michael JanzA Better Deal for Edmontonians — Andrew Knack for MayorFuture of downtown development to be debated over 2 days at Edmonton public hearingRahim JafferFormer conservative MP Rahim Jaffer running for mayor, after years out of the public eyeFormer MP Rahim Jaffer launches bid to be Edmonton's mayorElection costsBan on tabulators means election results will arrive much later in 2025, official saysAnalysis: How changes to the way votes are counted will affect municipalities across the Edmonton region in 2025Photo radarNews Release: City evolves playground zone traffic safety strategyEdmonton scraps playground zone photo radar amid low tickets: 'No longer financially sustainable'Rapid fireEdmonton Oilers trade Evander Kane to rival Vancouver CanucksEdmonton Blatchford homes forming virtual power plantElection projectWhat issues do you care about as you consider who to vote for in the 2025 municipal election, and why?A progress report on Taproot's election projectSpeaking 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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    50 min
  • Wow, six bylaw, bro

    Wow, six bylaw, bro
    Jun 20 2025

    Council is looking to reduce the maximum number of midblock infill units to six per lot from eight. Plus, entertainment districts are exempt from the single use plastic bylaw.

    Here are the relevant links for this episode:


    Midblock infill

    • Edmonton may revise zoning bylaw to reduce mid-block multi-family units
    • Edmonton council votes to reduce maximum homes on RS zone lots to six from eight

    Street design standards

    • Overhaul of street design standards could help Edmonton's finances

    Parking bans

    • Edmonton councillors recommend lowering seasonal parking ban fine, reinstating towing

    Single use plastics

    • City chose single-use plastics for its entertainment districts despite bylaw and concerns

    Anti-racism

    • Edmonton to establish new independent body under anti-racism strategy

    Rapid fire

    • Crestwood Reddit thread
    • Game over: Edmonton Oilers Stanley Cup dreams die again in Florida
    • Trump departs G7 summit early, citing Middle East, as U.S. and Canada aim for deal within 30 days

    Election project

    • What issues do you care about as you consider who to vote for in the 2025 municipal election, and why?
    • A progress report on Taproot's election project

    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

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