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Over the course of the next several months, nearly 150,000 plastic bags will be phased-out, resulting in an outright ban by January 2010. The McMaster Students Union has distributed more than 9,000 reusable cloth bags—filled with freebies and information on campus resources—to incoming students this September, rather than one-time use plastic bags. As the rush for textbooks takes hold, Titles Bookstore will have more than 20,000 free biodegradable tote bags on hand for customers who spend more than $25. Using reusable bags at Titles last year led to a 75 per cent decline in plastic bag usage, and while plastic bags are still available to buy, they are biodegradable. Paving & Bike Lanes on Dundurn - Your Input is Needed!, September 4, 2009 This fall, the City will be resurfacing Dundurn Street South from Hill Street to Aberdeen Avenue. At the same time, bike lanes will be installed from Aberdeen to Main. However, there is a trade-off and we need your creativity and local expertise to help come up with a solution. [Read more....] Harvey Park and Poison Ivy, September 2, 2009 Harvey Park has a significant amount of poison ivy growing along a major portion of the fence line at Harvey Park. In some areas it is very heavy and growing through the fence and into the park. It is considered to be a health and safety concern for staff and members of the public who would be walking along the fence line and may come in contact with it. The poison ivy will be sprayed this week with Roundup, a non-selective herbicide. The area will be posted 24 hours in advance to inform the public. Since it is a non-selective herbicide there will be some burn-out of turf and other vegetation that is growing along the fence. The former City of Hamilton Pesticide bylaw and the Provincial Pesticide law both allow for pesticide application in this case, as is falls under the "Health and Safety" provisions in the revised Pesticide Act. In the meantime, City staff have posted signs along the fence to indicate the presence of poison ivy. Harvey Park is located on the west side of Hamilton Harbour adjacent to Dundurn Castle and Park, and across the street from Hamilton Cemetery. Pop the Bubble - What's Your Favourite Thing to do in Hamilton?, August 28, 2009 Pop the Bubble is a year-round student civic engagement iniative presented by the McMaster Office of Community Service-Learning and Civic Engagement (OCSLCE). The Pop the Bubble initiative encourages students to get off campus and into the Hamilton community. The goal is to provide McMaster students with resources to live, work and play their way to a more holistic and exciting student experience. Check out the Lights, Camera, Action! Bubble Poppers' video (and see a familiar face!) to see what suggestions they have for fun things to do around Hamilton. 10 Tough Questions with Councillor Brian McHattie, August 28, 2009 Ward 1 Councillor Brian McHattie shares some thoughts on 10 Tough Questions, as asked by Cal DiFalco for "The Hamiltonian". Read the interview..... Count Me In! - Community Conservation Challenge - August 14, 2009 Some of you may have heard about the Count Me In! Community Conservation Challenge, taking place this Friday, August 14^th, the anniversary of the North American blackout in 2003. The initiative was formerly known as the Blackout Challenge and the City of Hamilton has participated for the last two years with fantastic results. Hamilton is participating once again this year - the City of Hamilton will be turning off all non-essential lights and reducing energy consumption in its corporate facilities between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Friday. We encourage everyone to get involved in this initiative by reducing consumption where possible in your work stations and at home. It just takes a few simple measures to make a big difference. Here are some actions we can all implement immediately at work and at home – on Friday and everyday: At Work: Turn off PCs and monitors when not in use or not needed. If you cannot turn off the entire computer, at least turn off the monitor. Turn off lights in unoccupied rooms, and "half-dim" lights in occupied rooms. Send documents via email instead of fax. Keep draperies and shades drawn to reduce any additional air conditioner & fan energy consumption. For cell phone users, charge your phone using a car adapter that hooks into the cigarette lighter, instead of using the charger that plugs into a wall outlet. Use rotating doors instead of standard hinged or sliding doors (if you have the choice). Rotating doors allow less cool air to escape. Take the stairs; instead of the elevator. You'll save energy and get a little exercise to boot. At Home: If possible, turn off air conditioners between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Turn off lights, computers, sound systems and TVs when not in use. Replace incandescent bulbs with fluorescent lights. Barbecue instead of using the stove or oven. Dry laundry outdoors. In last year’s Blackout Challenge, Hamilton placed second out of 38 participating Ontario municipalities by successfully reducing energy consumption by 2.9 per cent and trimming peak demand by 5.2 per cent between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. - equivalent to taking between 5,000 and 6,000 homes completely off the electricity grid. Let’s work together to achieve impressive energy reduction results again this year! Proposed Development - 427 Aberdeen Ave (former Tim Hortons) An application has been received by Hamilton's Planning and Economic Development Department for a Zoning By-law Amendment by UrbanCor Developments Inc. on lands located at 427 Aberdeen Ave (Former Tim Horton's location at the corner of Dundurn & Aberdeen). The purpose of the application is to change the existing Commercial District to a Residential District, in order to permit a 7 storey building with 42 residential units which includes at-grade ground floor parking, 5 residential storey, 1 storey pentouse/ mechanical /roof top garden amenity area. A reduction in parking is also requested. Councillor McHattie has asked the proponent to provide additional detailed information and the following documents (prepared by the developer as part of his planning application to the City) are now housed at the Locke Street Library for your viewing: Planning Justification report (including a sun shadow study), Parking Study, and Traffic Analysis Study. This information will give you a much better sense of the proposed development. In terms of process and timing: the planning application is making its way through the City planning system and we anticipate it will not be before the Economic Development and Planning Committee for the required statutory meeting under the Planning Act for a political decision until late this fall - this is your formal opportunity to comment on the application and in doing so, reserve your right to appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board, if need be. In the meantime, Councillor McHattie has asked the developer to hold a community meeting in the neighbourhood so folks can learn more about the application and share comments. This community meeting is expected to be held after Labour Day. Rapid Transit Survey As Hamilton moves forward with plans to implement rapid transit in Hamilton, we want your thoughts on how you think the rapid transit initiative will best serve Hamilton. Councillor McHattie is in favour of Light Rail Transit on King Street accompanied by Main and King Streets being made 2-way. This option facilitates easier pedestrian movement and helps to slow traffic. Please take a few moments and complete a short survey to provide your feedback and identify your preferred rapid transit alignment along the Main-King corridor through downtown. The survey is also available at some City of Hamilton offices, local libraries or municipal service centres. Comments are welcome at any time, but responses received by July 31, 2009 will be included in the September 2009 staff report to Council. Rapid Transit website..... Lest We Forget - AWW Community Garden The creation of a West Hamilton Memory Garden is an initiative commenced over two years ago by AWWCA president emeritas Phyllis Tresidder. The garden site is in the Ainslie Wood neighbourhood, at the West Hamilton Cenotaph on Emerson Street, in the side yard of St. George's Church. The Cenotaph was erected in 1925 and commemorates the fallen soldiers from West Hamilton during the first and second world wars. The garden plans call for a row-on-row arrangement of boxwoods, one for each name on the monument. There will be benches and careful plantings to invite and enclose visitors in a quiet and contemplative setting. What Can You Do to Help? You can help by making a financial donation, donating goods, or volunteering your time to help with the garden. A small federal grant has assisted, but a need has been identified to match this with donations. Small plaques are being sold for $25 and $50; they will be mounted within a frame in the memory garden. A further wish list includes interlock paving, some substantial planters, more benches, and a new lawn. If you are able to donate such items please call (905)-527-9431. Receipts for tax purposes will be issued. This is an incredibly positive neighbourhood project. Please support it in whatever way you can. Alleyway Service Level Review Project City Staff have begun a review of the City's alleyway inventory with the goal of establishing comprehensive policies and procedures to address the management of alleyways in the City of Hamilton. A Public Information Centre was held on June 25 to gather public input for this process. Anyone who was unable to attend is invited to view the presentation boards, as well as review the handouts provided. The public is also encouraged to complete a feedback survey and return it not later than July 10, 2009 to Martin White at martin.white@hamilton.ca or Doug Onishi at donishi@dillon.ca. Background information.. 8-yr old Westdale Resident Creates Documentary and Asks a BIG QUESTION 8-yr old Sam, a Westdale resident, has recently finished post production on his first documentary about life in Westdale. It is short - only 4 minutes long - but is entertaining and packs an important message. Have a look at the youtube link and see if you can answer Sam's question. 2009 Affordable Transit Pass Program Available June 1 Effective June 1, 2009, the City of Hamilton's Affordable Transit Pass Program is available to Hamilton residents who are employed and in receipt of Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), provided they meet all of the eligibility requirements of the Program. For application information and to see eligibility requirements, please visit the Affordable Transit Pass Program website. OUR CITY'S URBAN FUTURE - Public Meetings for the New Urban Hamilton Official Plan The Economic Development and Planning Committee is holding three Public meetings (under the Planning Act) to consider draft policies and mapping for the new Urban Hamilton Official Plan. · Wednesday, June 10th, 2009 at 9:30 am · Thursday, June 11th, 2009 at 6:00 pm · Tuesday, June 16th, 2009 at 12:30 pm Meetings will be held at the Hamilton Convention Centre, 1 Summers Lane. If you wish to speak at the public meeting, please contact Alexandra Rawlings at Alexandra.rawlings@hamilton.ca or phone 905-546-2424, ext. 2729. The Official Plan is the long term planning vision for the urban development of Hamilton over the next 20 years (until 2031). Highlights of the Urban Official Plan: Provides a comprehensive approach to managing growth and land use change Increases sustainability Creates a strong and competitive economy Concentrates development within built up areas Protects natural open spaces and parks Provides for an integrated transportation network Written comments can also be submitted to the: City Clerk, Economic Development and Planning Committee City of Hamilton, 77 James Street North, Suite 220 Hamilton, Ontario L8R 2K3 The proposed Urban Hamilton Official Plan and the Official Plan Amendments are available for viewing at www.hamilton.ca/newurbanop or at the Municipal Service Centres, or at the Planning and Economic Development Department, 77 James St. N, Suite 250, Hamilton between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm (Monday to Friday). 2009 Keep Hamilton Blooming Program - June 2009 Residential Rental Housing Review Public Information Meetings - May 2009 BACKYARD HARVEST - May 2009 2009 KNA Food Drive a Success!! - May 13, 2009 Locke Street Public Art Competition The City of Hamilton is currently seeking artists to make submissions to the Public Art Competition for Locke Street South. A competition award of $40,000 will be given for the design fabrication and delivery to the site of a series of art pieces or a single art piece that will be reflective of the Locke Street South area and will have significance to the community. For more information please visit: www.hamilton.ca/arts/lockestreet Help Ignite Hamilton's Olympic Spirit! Hamilton has been invited to serve as a Host Community for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay. Our celebration event is the evening of Saturday, December 19 at Dundurn National Historic Site. If you're interested in becoming a torchbearer and for more information about the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay, visit www.vancouver2010.com. Golden Age Bus Pass Effective May 1, 2009, Seniors age 80 years and over can obtain a free bus pass for unrestricted use on the HSR. The passes are available at the HSR ticket sales outlet in the GO Transit terminal on Hunter Street upon presenting proof of age. Question & Answer Sheet... Walk There! launched - Feb. 13, 2009 Open House - Planning Hamilton's Economic Future - Feb. 2-10, 2009 News - Help Plan Our City's Urban Future - January 19 - February 2. To learn more about these new plans, visit www.hamilton.ca/newurbanop. 2008 NEWS - City of Hamilton and LIUNA enter into an agreement for the purchase of a fully rehabilitated Lister Block building, December 10, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re One-time Capital Repairs to the Water Pipes at the Former Churchill Lawn Bowling Club Site, November 26, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Additional Costs to Emergency Medical Services Resulting from Hamilton Health Sciences’ Access to the Best Care Plan, November 26, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Prohibiting Drive-Throughs, November 14, 2008 Ainslie Wood Westdale Walkability Committee releases report , November 5, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Installation of a Three Way Stop at the Kipling Road and Glen Road Intersection, September 26, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Proposed Restructuring of Hamilton Health Sciences, September 10, 2008 Motion by Councillor McHattie re Request for a Strategy to keep McMaster University, Mohawk College, and Redeemer University students in Hamilton, post graduation, September 10, 2008 ANNOUNCEMENT - City announces Residential Relief Assistance Program for Basement Flooding, August 8, 2008 NEWS - 40 km/h speed limit around G.R. Allan School & Temple Anshe Shalom approved, August 7, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Airport Employment Growth & Peak Oil, July 3, 2008 NEWS - Council approves offer to purchase CP Rail right-of-way, June 26, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Opening Pools in June and September, June 25, 2008 NEWS - Churchill Oak sees new life as park benches, June 16, 2008 ANNOUNCMENT - Councillor McHattie challenges Ward 1 to Fill A Backpack, June 10, 2008 NEWS - City's first bicycle parking facility opens, June 5, 2008 NEWS - Kirkendall Food Drive Collects 4000 Pounds of Food, May 22, 2008 NEWS - Results of Pilot Project to assess fire safety in Ainslie Wood and Westdale Neighbourhoods presented to Emergency & Community Services Committee , May 21, 2008 ANNOUNCEMENT - 2008 Keep Hamilton Blooming Program - Campaign Launch , May 15, 2008 ANNOUNCEMENT - Help Support the Home & School Graduation Closet , May 8, 2008 ANNOUNCEMENT - Construction on Garth Street to Begin May 12, 2008 , May 7, 2008 ANNOUNCEMENT - Your Local Student Nutrition Program Needs You! , May 6, 2008 ANNOUNCEMENT - Mad Creative Arts School - Summer 2008 , May 6, 2008 NEWS - McMaster Students Recognized for Community Contributions , May 5 2008 NEWS - RBG Announces 2008 Gypsy Moth Aerial Spray , May 1, 2008 NEWS - Construction to Begin on York Blvd Bike Lanes , April 29, 2008 MEDIA RELEASE - The Kirkendall Neighbourhood Association announces the "Feed a Bus, Feed a Family" Food Drive , April 11, 2008 ANNOUNCEMENT: The Kirkendall Neighbourhood Association donates $500 to Ryerson Middle School's Trip Fund , April 15, 2008 ANNOUNCEMENT: Community Gardens registration information now available for 2008 , April 8 2008 NEWS - Hamilton Community Peregrine Project announces 4 eggs at the Hamilton Sheraton Nest Site , April 7 2008 ANNOUNCMENT - Prescribed burn planned at the RBG in April , April 7 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Green Communities Canada/WALK 21 Organization , March 26, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re International Charter for Walking, March 26, 2008 ANNOUNCEMENT: SCSN Meet Your Neighbour Contest, March 12 ANNOUNCEMENT: Affordable Transit Pass Pilot Program, March 03, 2008 ANNOUNCEMENT: Computer Donations Needed, February 29, 2008 ANNOUNCEMENT: Volunteer opportunity to help reduce poverty among seniors, February 6, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Hamilton Creative City Initiative, January 30, 2008 NEWS: City of Hamilton & McMaster reach agreement on construction trucks and HSR buses, February 4, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re “Heads and Beds” Rate, January 30, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Seeking Public Input on the Planning Process Used for Public Meetings, January 30, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Review of Potential for a Hamilton Natural Areas Protection Fund, January 30, 2008 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Minimum Property Standards for the Maintenance of Heritage Attributes of Designated Heritage Properties under Parts IV and V of the Ontario Heritage Act, January 9, 2008 2007 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Investigation of Squash Courts at the Chedoke Golf Club, December 13, 2007 NEWS: Councillor McHattie appointed to Human Services Plan Advisory Committee, December 12, 2007 NEWS: Council directs staff to investigate a By-Law to regulate student rental housing, December 4, 2007 NEWS: 40 Trees Planted at Churchill Park, November 28, 2007 NEWS: Brian McHattie is recipient of 1^st A. K. Sculthorpe Award for Advocacy, November 16, 2007 NEWS: TownGown World website launched, November 12, 2007 ANNOUNCEMENT: The City of Hamilton is seeking the public’s help in selecting the People's Choice Urban Design and Architecture Award, November 8, 2007. ANNOUNCEMENT: Lead Pipe Replacement Funding Assistance Program, October 31, 2007 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Improper Advertising of Student Houses in Ainslie Wood Westdale Area near McMaster University, September 12, 2007 ANNOUNCEMENT: Ward 1 Leash Free Park Opens, August 10, 2007 NEWS: 40 km/h speed limit around St. Joseph School approved, August 8, 2007 ANNOUNCEMENT: The City of Hamilton and Hamilton Police Services announce a pilot project to hire Special Duties to patrol around Hess Village, July 9, 2007 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Unmanageable Expansion of Liquor License Applications in Ainslie Wood Westdale Surrounding McMaster University, July 11, 2007 MEDIA RELEASE: Ribbon Cutting Ceremonly for New Affordable Housing Project in Hamilton, June 22, 2007 ANNOUNCEMENT: City Hall Moving, June 13, 2007 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Proposed Community Improvement Plan for Ainslie Wood Westdale, June 13, 2007 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Liquor License, Quarters Bar, McMaster University, May 30, 2007 MOTION re Speed Limit on Cootes Drive, in the vicinity of McMaster University, May 16, 2007 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re Bill 130 (Municipal Act) and Student Rental Housing, May 16, 2007 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re: Fires in Westdale Area Student Housing, March 28, 2007 2006 MEDIA RELEASE: Hamilton City Councillor, Brian McHattie calls for early release of the Provincial Mediator's report on the fate of Hamilton's historic Lister Block Building, September 22, 2006 Motion by Councillor McHattie re: Property Tax Component of Tenant Rental Payments, passed at Council, September 13, 2006 August 2006 Report to the Community (pdf file). Published by Councillor McHattie's office. Councillor McHattie to work with staff to expedite a further report to Council regarding the Cleanfield Energy Corporation – Mini Wind Turbine Pilot Program Proposal, August 9, 2006. Councillor McHattie to work with staff and Hamilton Artist's Inc. to expedite a further report to Council regarding Hamilton Artist's funding request, August 9, 2006. Splash Pad to be constructed in Churchill Park, June 21, 2006 Motion by Councillor McHattie re: Canada-Ontario Agreement on Child Care (COACC), June 14, 2006 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re: Liquor License, Billy Bob's, 1605 Main Street West, Ward 1, June 14, 2006 Tom Street Park gets a facelift, May 19, 2006 Residents asked to assist in monitoring for West Nile virus, May 15, 2006 Councillor McHattie attends the Town and Gown Symposium in Brantford, May 15, 2006 Demolition paves way for new downtown landmark, May 10, 2006 Clean-ups Undertaken in West Hamilton, April 29, 2006 Motion by Councillor McHattie re: City Response to “Peak Oil” Report, passed at Council, April 28, 2006 Motion by Councillor McHattie re: Establishment of a City of Hamilton Pedestrian Committee , passed at Council, April 26, 2006 Locke Street South Visioning – Join the Email list-serve – Have your say!! April 20, 2006 Notice of Completion - Valley Inn Road Bridge Environmental Assessment April 13, 2006 Notice of Completion - York Boulevard Commuter Cycling Class Environmental Assessment April 13, 2006 Town and Gown Association of Ontario (TGAO) launches official website, April 13, 2006 Green Carts Have Arrived in Ward 1! , April 3, 2006 New Noise signs unveiled at annual PACCR Community Forum, March 30, 2006 "Signal Eyes” to be installed at King Street West and Dundurn Street, March 27, 2006 NEWS: Council approves "No Right Turn on Red" at Main Street West and McMaster entrance, March 22, 2006 Over the course of the past year, The Town and Gown Association of Ontario (TGAO), a multi-stakeholder group, has formed a collaborative organization to help communities explore creative solutions to the challenges that result from their growing university populations. January 24, 2006 2005 Motion by Councillor McHattie re: Establishment of a Hamilton Triple Bottom Line - Business Attraction Task Force, passed at Council, November 24, 2005 Motion by Councillor McHattie re Student Lodging Home Bylaw passed at Committee of the Whole, November 14, 2005 Ward 1 Trillium Award Winners, November 8, 2005. Golf/Winter Sports Park Update, November 8, 2005. Councillor McHattie to chair Social Service Downloading Sub-Committee, November 3, 2005 Ward 1 suffers from unacceptable reassessment tax hike: Councillor McHattie takes action! October 20, 2005. Removal of Bleachers at Victoria Park, October 18, 2005 Brian's reply to the article which appeared in The Hamilton Spectator on October 15, 2005. H3 District Water Servicing Upgrades, Notice of Completion, October 7 (pdf file). The 60-day review period for the Water Servicing Upgrades for Pressure District H3 begins Friday October 7, 2005. SCSN Community Connection newsletter, October 6, 2005 (pdf file). The Student Community Support Network (SCSN) is an MSU (McMaster Student Union) service whose objective is to develop and strengthen relationships between students and the members of the McMaster area community. More information about Student Community Support Network. September 2005 Report to the Community (pdf file). Published by Councillor McHattie's office. New pedestrian activated stoplight – Cootes Drive at Sanders Blvd. , September 26, 2005 Main Street West Charrette, September 26, 2005 Brian to sit on Licensing & Property Standards Operational Review Sub-Committee, September 23, 2005 Kirkendall Neighbourhood Traffic Management Study, September 23, 2005 Formation of New Community Liaison Committee for 398 King Street West (Good Shepherd site), September 23, 2005 Message from Councillor McHattie regarding Pesticide Notices in Churchill Park, September 20, 2005 Does Hamilton need a pesticides by-law? Media Release. June 27, 2005 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re: Churchill Park, June 15, 2005 Trees Across Hamilton. June 9, 2005 West Hamilton (Ainslie Wood Westdale) Community Enhancement Report. June 8, 2005 Victoria Park Master Plan, concept drawings posted on City website for your comments. June 8, 2005 Golf/Winter Sports Park Request for Proposal (RFP) Update to Council, May 25, 2005 MOTION by Councillor McHattie re: Local CBC Presence , May 25, 2005 West Hamilton Industrial Area Land Use and Servicing Review and Environmental Assessment, Project Update #1, May 20, 2005 Yellow Fish are Showing Up on Hamilton Streets. May 16, 2005. Get a load of this! Free compost is ready. The City of Hamilton in partnership with Turkstra Lumber, is celebrating environmental sustainability by offering a free bag of compost this weekend to residents of Hamilton. The event is the City's opportunity to show its appreciation to residents for their participation in the Leaf and Yard Waste Program. Hamilton SPCA Fundraiser a Success. April 9, 2005. Construction on Main Street West April 1, 2005 – The City of Hamilton, as part of its ongoing commitment to upgrading infrastructure, will be improving municipal services on Main Street West, between Cootes Drive and Gary Avenue. Report on Community Forum held March 10, 2005. BARC Members Share Harbour Tales” March 5, 2005. City of Hamilton Councillor, Brian McHattie's story was one of civic engagement and environmental awareness. Council passes an Interim Control By-law for the former Camco property and adjacent industrial land February 23, 2005. Ward One neighbourhoods to benefit from Climate Change Project The federal government has provided $19,560 for a climate change program in Hamilton to encourage residents to reduce their personal greenhouse gas emissions and reward them with trees. “Tonnes for Trees” was launched yesterday at City Hall by Environment Hamilton. February 8, 2005 – Meeting with “Town & Gown” MPP's Brian met with Judy Marsales, MPP and members of the McMaster and Mohawk communities to discuss Town and Gown issues and provincial legislation. Brian to participate on three new committees and HUC Board of Directors OPIRG TLC meeting Brian McHattie and Mary Lou Tanner, Manager of Strategic and Environmental Planning spoke about the fit between cars and alternative modes of transportation, and what pedestrians, cyclists and transit users have to look forward to. McMaster, students and police partner to improve community. Media Release Jan. 20, 2005. McMaster University in partnership with the McMaster Students Union (MSU), the City of Hamilton, and Hamilton Police Service is taking steps to improve the quality of life for permanent residents and students living around the campus. McMaster University plans research park on former Camco site. Jan. 17, 2005. McMaster University is finalizing an agreement to purchase land formerly owned by appliance manufacturer Camco in order to build a research park. Melbourne Principles Project On January 6, 2005, Brian will be taking part in the first of three teleconferences as part of the Canadian Working Group for the Melbourne Principles Project along with councillors from the cities of Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Vancouver and Welland and the township of Wainfleet, Ontario. 2004 Community Partners Form Campus Town Association On December 17, 2004, McMaster University, the Ainslie Wood Westdale Community Association of Resident Homeowners Inc. (AWWCA) and the Westdale Village Business Improvement Association (BIA) announced the creation of the Campus Town Association (CTA). Can TVA Win with Toronto 1? Nov 2, 2004. Councillor McHattie moved the original motion to get the City of Hamilton's intervention into the CRTC hearing to determine the makeup of the Toronto 1 station when it is taken over by the new owner, Quebecor. Our intervention is to make the case that Hamilton needs to be a stronger part of the new station's focus. Community Happenings: Planned Parenthood plaque unveiling at Ferguson Station on Oct 6, 2004; Hamilton Natualists' Club's 85th Anniversary Celebration Picnic And Unveiling of Historic Plaque on June 14, 2004. Commuter Challenge 2004 Results City Vision is Failing By Barbara Brown, The Hamilton Spectator, April 12, 2004

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