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Shandron't defund the police - or else


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Here are the relevant links for this episode:

Assessment notices

  • News Release: 2022 property tax notices in the mail

Tourism funding

  • Government of Canada makes major investments in Edmonton summer festival and in tourism experiences across Alberta

Oilers advance

  • Oilers eliminate Flames with Game 5 win, advance to first West final in 16 years

Chinatown safety

  • Chinatown deaths weigh on discussions of community safety and police funding
  • Daughter of Chinatown homicide victim pleads with city councillors to make area safer
  • Citizens pack Edmonton council chambers to speak on Chinatown crime, safety and policing
  • Project Connection to focus on areas facing increased trends of violence and disorder
  • Edmonton LRT system to see more peace officer patrols start Sunday
  • Linda Hoang's tweet

Shandro's letter

  • Section 30(1) of the Police Act invoked
  • Tyler Shandro's tweet
  • My response to Minister Shandro's letter on the Police Act. | by Office of the Mayor Amarjeet Sohi
  • Administration's presentation

Transit safety

  • City council agenda item
  • Survey results
  • Proposed bylaw amendments

Funding formula

  • A safe Edmonton requires a fair and accountable funding strategy. | by Office of the Mayor Amarjeet Sohi

Outdoor pools

  • City of Edmonton's outdoor pool season shortened this summer due to budget pressures
  • Splash your way into the long weekend as City spray parks open!

Speaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network: locally grown, community supported.

This week we highlighted Alberta Blue Cross which can help employees manage their own health, dental, life and disability coverage online — any time, on any device. We also talked about the Edmonton Community Foundation which acts as a bridge between donors and charities to create a strong, vibrant community for generations to come.

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