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Riverhawks to trial park-and-ride ahead of potential loss of lot

The Edmonton Riverhawks are planning ahead in anticipation of major changes to the Rossdale neighbourhood.

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A green, tree-lined lawn bisected by a short retaining wall
city council history

Windsor Park plots renovation of historic green space

A south-central Edmonton community is nearing the end of a fundraising push connected to the designation of its park as a municipal historic resource, aligning with upcoming city policy that aims to widen the definition of heritage.

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Example of naturalization on a shared path
city council region

Your turn: Naturalization, West 240, and budget

This week's batch of calls for public engagement includes a project to return natural vegetation to parts of Edmonton, consultations on a neighbourhood area structure plan in the West 240 development, and continued budget input across the region.

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A graffiti-covered sign demonstrates how to use a scramble crosswalk at Whyte Avenue and Gateway Boulevard.
city council transit

City to remove scramble crosswalks on Whyte Avenue

Three intersections that allow pedestrians to cross Whyte Avenue diagonally are slated to be reverted to traditional crosswalks this year as part of a bid to help buses move faster.

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Exterior of city hall in the winter
city council budget

Your turn: Budget consultations and Acheson changes

This week's batch of calls for public engagement includes budget consultations in Edmonton, the City of Leduc, and Strathcona County, plus Parkland County's information sessions on changes to Acheson's industrial area.

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arts city council

City seeks Indigenous artist for legacy project

An Indigenous artist from Treaty 6 territory will be tasked with creating a piece to represent Edmonton and nation-wide municipal collaboration.

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regional city council

Report reveals lack of homeless supports outside of Edmonton's boundaries

There are zero emergency shelter beds open permanently to the general public in the municipalities surrounding Edmonton, a report from Edmonton's administration said.

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A bus drives west on Whyte Avenue.
city council transit

Next steps taken toward BRT and wider sidewalks on Whyte

Edmonton's city council will decide whether to prioritize delivering bus rapid transit and wider sidewalks on Whyte Avenue when it makes its budget decisions for the next four years this fall.

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An LRT rolls eastbound into The Quarters, past several surface parking lots.
city council downtown

On the agenda: CRLs, derelict properties, and Rossdale

This week, councillors will hear an update on community revitalization levies, consider a higher tax for derelict properties that aren't residential, and make a recommendation on renewing part of the Rossdale neighbourhood.

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