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This week, we learned that city council is sunsetting seven boards that offered expert insight on women's issues, racism, climate, and more. Plus, KDays might have to downsize, and the Africa Centre is one step closer to its multicultural community hub. (00:00) - Introduction (01:29) - Ad: Edmonton Opera (03:51) - Sunsetting Advisory Committees (29:14) - Exhibition Lands (36:31) - African Multicultural Community Centre (40:33) - Permanent daylight time (43:06) - Close Here are the relevant links for this episode: Sunsetting Advisory Committees Edmonton city council sunsets seven advisory boards City Council's Governance Framework for Council Committees - City Council - March 17, 2026 Commonwealth Stadium field could be renamed Play Alberta Field Edmonton Design Committee could review more developments in future Troy's comment on Reddit Exhibition Lands Development of Edmonton's Exhibition Lands could see KDays on the move Edmonton Exhibition Lands Implementation Strategy October 2024: Stadium Station redesign sees calls for service drop by 50% African Multicultural Community Centre African Multicultural Community Centre a go after city sells land for one dollar Permanent daylight time Give it a year, says Alberta premier about plan to stay on permanent daylight time This episode is brought to you by Edmonton Opera. Siegfried is an epic coming-of-age story, where a young hero sets out to discover the world and who he is meant to become. Edmonton Opera brings this monumental story to the intimate Maclab

We spoke with the Edmonton Riverhawks about the proposed River Crossing plan that could turn the RE/MAX Field parking lot into housing. Plus, derelict property owners better look out — Mayor Andrew Knack is coming for you! And we reminisce about the good old days of Boston Pizza on Jasper Avenue. (00:00) - Introduction (01:11) - Ad: Edmonton Opera (05:02) - Scramble intersections (10:31) - River Crossing (21:39) - Ad: GoodMorning (22:27) - Derelict tax subclass (31:32) - Audit Committee tea (36:41) - Boston Pizza on Jasper Avenue (39:04) - Karen's Boston Pizza story (43:24) - Close Here are the relevant links for this episode: Scramble intersections City to remove scramble crosswalks on Whyte Avenue Pedestrians speak out about Edmonton's plan to remove scramble crosswalks on Whyte Avenue Councillor wants more data on Whyte Ave scramble crosswalk removal aim Full Interview: Director of Transportation Planning on Whyte Ave scrambles River Crossing River Crossing River Crossing Capital Profile Adjustment Edmonton Historical Board: Rossdale Inside the Rossdale Power Plant Derelict tax subclass City of Edmonton takes aim at non-residential derelict properties with new tax subclass 'We're coming for you': Edmonton begins four-year long process to tackle derelict properties Derelict Non-residential Tax Subclass <a href="https://pub-edmonton.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=33ad610a-d3d0-4764-8b9f-1d9ab8814751&Age

Andrea Donini of the Old Strathcona Business Association joins us for a discussion about Prioritize Whyte Ave, a coalition that wants to see more investment in Whyte Avenue. Plus, the Lewis Farms Recreation Centre needs more money, despite being scaled down, and we talk about the fallout from the police chief's trip to Israel. Here are the relevant links for this episode: Prioritize Whyte Ave Andrea Donini on LinkedIn Prioritize Whyte Ave Take the survey Old Strathcona Business Association Lewis Farms Recreation Centre Edmonton Lewis Farms Recreation Centre over budget, despite being significantly scaled back Lewis Farms Rec Centre: council rejects motion to reduce cost Council approves undisclosed debt increase for Lewis Farms Recreation Centre Patio fees Motion asking city to reconsider new patio licencing fees to hit Edmonton council this week Edmonton businesses contemplate future of patio season after seeing new hefty fee Police chief's Israel trip fallout Edmonton mayor 'disappointed' in police chief and commission over visit to Israel 'I stand by my decision': Edmonton police chief defends Israel trip Edmonton Police Association post Erin Rutherford's post Ashley Salvador's post Karen Principe's post Jon Morgan's post Winspear & housing updates <a href="https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/edmonton-city-council-crl-funds-winspear-centr

Taproot co-founder Karen Unland returns to the show to talk about how we are approaching the 2025 municipal election and the impact we hope to have. We've also got clips from an interview with Coun. Michael Janz about infill. Here are the relevant links for this episode: Karen Unland Karen on LinkedIn Speaking Municipally: Episode 127 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 What we heard at our election listening sessions Michael Janz Michael Janz Infill: FAQ Edmonton infill debate: city councillor wants to build bigger buildings along LRT routes This episode is brought to you by The Workup , a downtown coworking space featuring cozy common areas, adorned with flourishing greenery, which offer a tranquil retreat to unwind or casually collaborate with team members amidst a backdrop of radiant natural sunlight. Learn More ➔ 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 ★

Taproot co-founders Karen Unland and Mack Male break down the impact of the Online News Act, being blocked on Facebook, and how the company is planning to grow. Plus, we geek out over the use of programming tools for editorial work. Here are the relevant links for this episode: Taproot We're blocked on Meta's platforms Taproot Edmonton is taking a summer break LION names Taproot a finalist for resilience award Online News Act Online News Act (Wikipedia) The Lose-Lose-Lose-Lose Bill C-18 Outcome: Meta Blocking News Links on Facebook and Instagram in Canada Media Publishers File Flawed Competition Act Application Over Meta Blocking News Links Due to Bill C-18 Valley Line LRT Edmonton Folk Festival-goers navigate transportation challenges, testing set to resume on new LRT line PSA: Valley Line Southeast train testing resumes from Whitemud Drive to Mill Woods Animal care Edmonton animal rescues see alarming rise in cat abandonments 56 cats removed from central Edmonton home: city Renewables ban Iron & Earth asks the Government of Alberta to engage with the renewable energy sector Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton , a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse , our weekday news briefing.