Major sidewalk repairs are happening on James Street North through May of this year. This project has been planned for a couple of years now and I’m glad to see it happening. It’s important for sidewalks to be accessible. #HamOnt
I'm deeply concerned upon reading this article from the CBC today. As such, and as a police board member, I have brought this matter to the attention of the Board and have asked my colleagues to reconsider the motion asking for an independent external review. #HamOnt
This week, we are taking a quick look back at the Picton Street School and the growing North End. On December 8, 1887, Joseph Curno, a carpenter living on Picton Street East, brought forward a petition with 236 signatures requesting a new school for the area. #HamOnt
Reminder that applications for Ward 2 Community Grants for all of 2026 are due before this coming Saturday, March 7. If you need more information, see the post below or visit ward2hamilton.ca/grants. #HamOnt
Not that I’m aware of. Metrolinx owns that timetable.
A new red light camera is coming to Bay Street South and Hunter Street West this year. Here’s a short video on the intersection and why it matters. Pedestrian and bike safety is important, especially so close to an elementary school. #HamOnt
The Mayor's 2026 Budget officially wrapped this week. Thanks to Council for supporting my amendments to provide adequate funding to the library and the farmers' market and to continue the business recycling program until the end of the calendar year. These programs and services matter. #HamOnt
Thanks to the Spec for publishing my opinion piece today. The library is the symptom, not the crisis. As I say in it, "My efforts will continue to be focused on supporting residents, not pitting them against one another". We urgently need the Doug Ford to address his policy failures. #HamOnt
See you tomorrow night Beasley and Central neighbours! #HamOnt
I appreciate the Mayor calling this out and the Spec for reporting it. Just because it's not immediately obvious, it doesn't mean it's not white supremacy. White supremacists and far right nationalists are organizing in our city. Silence is not an option. #HamOnt www.thespec.com/news/hamilto...
The latest edition of the Ward 2 Newsletter is out. I write about the Central Branch of the Hamilton Public Library, the CN shunting yard near Bayfront Park, the motions I put forward to amend the Mayor's 2026 budget, and the special meeting to discuss Barton-Tiffany. #HamOnt
See you next Thursday at Simone Hall in Beasley Park at 7pm. Details below. Hope to connect with you in person! #HamOnt
This week, we're taking a look back at the 1960s, when groovy rooftop restaurants in concrete towers were all the rage. While the CN Tower was still in the initial stages of being dreamt up, developers in Hamilton were quick on their feet to try to get diners in the clouds. #HamOnt
This is grim news and a direct result of the terrible decisions made by the Province in 2024 that increased the toxic drug supply and closed safe consumption sites. The Premier was told this would happen, by the Auditor General no less, and did it anyway. #HamOnt www.thespec.com/news/hamilto...
This weekend, and next, Family Week Programs will be taking place across Ward 2, supported by my office, including free swims and free skate rentals. I'll be back at the Pier 8 Outdoor Rink on Saturday, February 21 from 1pm to 3pm. Hope you can take time to enjoy these programs! #HamOnt
You’re totally right. There are serious issues in Wards 1 and 5, too!
Thanks for letting me know and sorry to hear that happened. If you can email us at Ward2@hamilton.ca, with the pictures, we can look into this. I know we’re planning work here so it would be good to know.
I'll be meeting with Beasley and Central neighbours at Simone Hall in Beasley Park at 7pm on February 26. I'll present information on City work in these neighbourhoods and connect with residents one on one. Refreshments will be provided. Hope to see you there! #HamOnt
I've heard from residents in the Central and North End neighbourhoods about an strong odour coming from the area around Bayfront Park. While I can't be sure what it is, I've heard from many, including some experienced environmentalists, who tell me it's coming from the CN shunting yard. #HamOnt
There's been a lot of discussion about Council lunches lately. I think it's worth unpacking some of what's happening and why. As someone who has never participated in the Council meal program, and can clearly afford to buy my own lunch or brown bag it, I agree we should get rid of it. #HamOnt
Reminder that we're running our Ward 2 Community Grants program differently this year (due to the municipal election). If you're applying in 2026, please get your application in before March 7. You can apply and learn more at ward2hamilton.ca/grants. #HamOnt
Today, in a vote of 14-1, Council supported my motion to continue business recycling until the end of the year without raising 2026 taxes. Thanks to my seconder, Councillor @nrindernann.bsky.social, and BIAs and businesses from across the City for reaching out with your concerns. It matters. #HamOnt
This chilly week, we are taking a quick look back at tobogganing! During the 1880s, tobogganing was a craze in Hamilton. Two large wooden slides were built at the foot of the escarpment by The Victoria Toboggan and Snowshoe Club and The Hamilton Toboggan and Snowshoe Club. #HamOnt
Reminder that I'm welcoming Duranders to join me at CityLAB (the former Football Hall of Fame) for a Community Meeting on February 12 at 7pm. We'll have refreshments and I'll be sharing upcoming City work in the Durand neighbourhood and taking time to catch up in person. Hope to see you! #HamOnt
It’s a watermain break. Information about it should be on the City’s website, though I don’t have the link handy at the moment.
I've heard from some North Enders with questions about the reopening of the Bennetto Recreation Centre after its recent use as a temporary emergency warming centre during temperatures up to -30 degrees Celsius (with the windchill). Here's an update based on information from City staff. #HamOnt
For those who’ve been watching the Council discussion, people do indeed cycle in the winter. Here’s my short chilly commute to work today. I even saw Councillor Cassar’s bike when I got here! Enjoy it out there if you can. It’s a beauty. #HamOnt
See you tonight Corktown and Stinson! #HamOnt
Downtowners have been reaching out about power outages since the weekend. As of now, about 44 customers are still without power and it should be restored within the next few hours. I also have some answers about what happened and what has been done to remedy the situation. #HamOnt
