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Marianne Meed Ward is the 29th and current Mayor of Burlington, Ontario, first elected in 2018 and re-elected in 2022. As the city's longest-serving female mayor, she focuses on sustainable development, public transit, and community engagement. Previously a journalist and city councillor, she was named the 2025 Municipal World Mayor of the Year.Key Details and Background:Political Career: Served as Ward 2 City Councillor from 2010 to 2018 before becoming Mayor.Key Initiatives: Focuses on "balanced development," environmental protection (including a private tree bylaw), and promoting public transit. She launched the Mayor's Red Tape Red Carpet Task Force to support local business growth.Leadership Roles: Chair of the Ontario's Big City Mayors caucus and board member of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO).Background: Worked for 22 years as a journalist, including for the Toronto Sun, CBC, and Chatelaine.Recent Accomplishments: Actively involved in the acquisition of the Robert Bateman school for community use and leading the "Elect Respect" campaign to promote civil discourse in politics. Mayor Meed Ward is known for her efforts to align development with the city's infrastructure capabilities and enhancing community services. #mayormeedward #burlington #politician #livewithcdptalkshow #chrispomay https://www.burlington.ca/en/council-...Mayor Marianne Meed WardTel: 905-335-7777mayor@burlington.ca Media requests can be shared to the Mayor's Office general inbox at mayor@burlington.ca and Chief of Staff Marie Nash at marie.nash@burlington.ca.https://x.com/MariannMeedWardhttps://beacons.ai/chrisdpomayhttps://www.cameo.com/chrispomay book a personalized video message from yours truly CDP https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/chris... if you wish to support my media content and You Tube Channel. https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast...

Concerns have been raised over a new app that was originally designed to help Christchurch ratepayers - but hasn't lived up to its promise. Christchurch City Council staff have so far spent $6.2 million developing a one-stop-shop app that is actually little more than a new website, prompting outrage and worries from the Council. Christchurch City Councillor Sam MacDonald says the appointed IT experts are working through the issue to try and solve it. "We were a bit surprised when they came to us saying - no, no it'll be a web version. Which, as you know, a lot of people don't use. We need to make it as easy for people as possible." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nial Ring, Former Lord Mayor of Dublin and City Councillor joined Shane ahead of a meeting calling for ‘immediate' action on pedestrian street safety in Dublin city centre following last week's fatal Dublin bus crash.

Belief from an Invercargill City Councillor the city doesn't need to rebuild its clock tower. The council plans to spend two million dollars on the renovation work in Wachner Place. Councillor Ian Pottinger says he believes the money could be spent on other things. He told Heather du Plessis-Allan that the money could go to a local high school which wants improved road safety. Pottinger says councillors were told they don't have money in the bank for that work, and would need to go and find funding. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch is set to re-ignite the debate over asset sales, according to new reports. The council's commercial arm has floated selling certain assets, including Citycare, to pay for other projects. Councillor Sam MacDonald explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it take to go from the jobsite to City Council? Landon Johnston tells the full story on Over The Target with BertaProudDad.We dig into Calgary politics and the water main fiasco — what happened, who's accountable, and what residents should watch for next.

City Councillor proposes traffic rule change for dropping off & picking up kids at school... MAJOR PET PEEVE for Mackling how parents behave (0:30); Chevy word salad? - Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff addresses the media, says nothing of use (7:25); What are weird quirks that you begrudgingly tolerate in relationships, or simply cannot... OR... what (10:55); B'nai Brith on hate crimes (19:35); Breakfast with the Bombers - New Defensive Line Coach, Jake Thomas (26:15); Winning entries on tolerating dating quirks (33:20); What should Canada's official response be to U.S. action in Venezuela - Lloyd Axworthy (37:20).

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Every year, hundreds of thousands of people move to Toronto, looking for opportunity, while tens of thousands are leaving in a flight for affordability and safety. Addressing this tension and making Toronto a city where everyone can afford to raise a family and build a life is the most critical challenge facing our local government.According to a recent Toronto Star/Ipsos survey first unveiled at the Empire Club podium, six in 10 Torontonians now believe this city's best days are behind it. Our city's future prosperity depends on reversing this trend, but how do we tackle this challenge when urban cynicism and mistrust of government is at an all-time high?On Tuesday, November 25th, join The Empire Club of Canada for a keynote address entitled Getting the Basics Right from Brad Bradford, City Councillor for Beaches–East York and the first major declared candidate for the 2026 mayoral election. Bradford shared what he has heard from residents across the city about their priorities, and his vision to make sure City Hall is working for the Torontonians who make this city work. Bradford's remarks were followed by a fireside chat with John Moore, Host of Moore in the Morning. 

Marlene Warner, CEO of the Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health, joins the show to discuss her career path, responsible gaming (RG) advocacy, and crucial industry issues.Warner holds a BA in sociology and an MA in women's studies/communications, grounding her approach in studying people, using data, and advocating for underserved populations. In a timely update, she reveals she is currently pulling papers to run for City Councillor in her ward, following previous roles as student senate president.Key Discussion Highlights:• Career Recognition• Council Name Change• GameSense• National Helpline Barrier• RG in America• Industry StandardsWarner concludes by stressing that putting the right safeguards in place does not hurt business, and encourages everyone to promote the helpline and eliminate barriers

Greg Brady spoke with Alejandra Bravo, City Councillor for Ward 9—Davenport about Council voted to have businesses to operate in residential areas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady spoke with Alejandra Bravo, City Councillor for Ward 9—Davenport about Council voted to have businesses to operate in residential areas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A City Councillor and a Marine Science Professor warn that the Hauraki Gulf recovery is at risk after a last-minute fishing carve-out to the new Tīkapa Moana.The new Hauraki Gulf/ Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act is meant to preserve our largest marine park, but 11th-hour changes have critics questioning if it offers high protection or hollow promisesGuests: Simon Thrush - Marine science professor at Auckland UniversityMike Lee - Auckland councillor for Waitematā and GulfLearn more:Find the new legislation hereFind The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Greg Brady spoke to Shelley Carroll, City Councillor for Ward 17—Don Valley North and Chair of the Toronto Police Service Board about Finance Minister Champagne promises a budget with something for all Canadians — even the opposition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady spoke to Shelley Carroll, City Councillor for Ward 17—Don Valley North and Chair of the Toronto Police Service Board about Finance Minister Champagne promises a budget with something for all Canadians — even the opposition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Toll prices are set to rise from January first next year with all vehicles travelling on the M50, except for those without a tag or registered account, rising by 10 cent.Joining Ciara Doherty to discuss this is Sean O' Neill, Director of Corporate Communications for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), Neil Ring, former Lord Mayor of Dublin and City Councillor and Ger Hyland, from the Irish Road Hauliers Association.

The Big 3 featuring city councillor pay and a question: How attentive is your ward councillor?

Send us a textIn this episode, we dive deep into the challenges and opportunities of housing reform with our special guest, Burhan Azeem, Cambridge City Councillor. From tackling the housing crisis and improving affordability to exploring sustainable urban development, this episode explores how local policies can create fairer, more livable communities.Join Vee, Jimmy, Peter and Burhan as we discuss the realities of housing policy, the importance of innovation in urban planning, and what meaningful reform could look like for cities like Cambridge and beyond.Burhan Azeem is serving his second term on the Cambridge City Council as the youngest councillor in the City's history. A graduate of MIT, Burhan's primary focuses are on housing affordability, street safety, and universal pre-K.In his first term as councillor, Burhan expanded zoning for 100% affordable housing projects, successfully removed costly parking minimums that limited housing development, and played a key role in establishing universal pre-K for all Cambridge residents.Now serving as co-chair of the Housing Committee, Burhan is focused on expanding housing in Cambridge. His main initiative centers on legalizing multifamily housing up to six stories throughout the city, ensuring that Cambridge remains an affordable and accessible place to live for all its residents. Burhan is also a strong supporter of the Grand Junction passenger rail and municipal broadband.Bio from Cambridge City Council https://www.cambridgema.gov/Departments/citycouncil/members/burhanazeem

New Westminster city councillor and mayoral candidate Daniel Fontaine was invited in to the studios at CONNECT FM 91.5 to talk about vape shops and Metro Vancouver. Fontaine discusses the challenges that local municipalities have to restrict vape shops and whether the Province of BC should step in with provincial regulations. Popular host Vijay Saini also asks about Metro Vancouver and what more can be done to further control spending. Is an elected Board of Directors the answer - or not?Saini told his listening audience "...I find you [Fontaine] to be one of those councillors who focuses not just simply on your city in which you are a council member. Your ideas and your commentary has a wide-ranging impact on the region itself."

Gene Bergman, Ward 2 City Councillor from Burlington, joins Anthony & Dan.

Good time to be a baseball fan! / Burton Cummings tix to give away! / Monthly visit with the Mayor... and crime meeting in west Winnipeg (1:40); Winnipeg police warn public of pickpocket-style ‘distraction' thefts (8:55); What do you do when you go to an event or get invited somewhere, and the food is not to your liking, or the food is too fancy/weird (16:40); Public meeting on crime in west Winnipeg - Evan Duncan, City Councillor for Charleswood-Tuxedo-Westwood (24:40); Route 90 expansion cost... and the St. James Bridge needing to be replaced or at the very least repaired (31:20); Monthly visit with Mayor Scott Gillingham - Crime / Bail reform / encampment enforcement / St. James Bridge & Route 90 / UV wastewater / Transit / cleaning up Main north of Market to Higgins (37:05); Winning entry on food that was too fancy or you didn't like (48:15); Burton Cummings at The Burt AND - Kevin with I MOUSTACHE YOU A QUESTION (51:40);

Kāinga Ora is under fire after Wellington's Dixon Street Flats were re-sold for almost triple the price. The Government housing agency initially sold the flats to Taranaki Whanui earlier this year for just over $1 million. Nearly three weeks later, the flats had been re-sold to a prominent Wellington developer for $3 million - a move Kāinga Ora has gone on to defend. Wellington City Councillor Ben McNulty says this won't be good for the taxpayers - but the opportunity cost of potentially bartering for ages was higher. "From a Wellington perspective, we're just glad to see something happening." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest host Robin Gill talks to Pete Fry, Green Party Vancouver City councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Auckland Council is moving to allocate up to two million new homes in the coming decades. The council's Policy and Planning Committee voted 18-5 to pass the plan, which will see more housing near transport hubs and less in natural hazard zones. Councillor Maurice Williamson has compared it as a choice between a firing squad and lethal injection. He told Mike Hosking he's a fan of intensifying along rail corridors and busways, but it doesn't make sense to go into suburban streets and force the building of “ghastly pieces of junk” when they aren't needed. Williamson says there needed to be more consultation and negotiation around what the upper figure of builds would be. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Brady spoke with Alejandra Bravo, City Councillor for Ward 9—Davenport about Dufferin Grove encampment clearing is slowly underway, as the city negotiates with occupants holding out for housing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady spoke with Alejandra Bravo, City Councillor for Ward 9—Davenport about Dufferin Grove encampment clearing is slowly underway, as the city negotiates with occupants holding out for housing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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A defence of Wellington's City to Sea Bridge as it faces demolition. Work to demolish the earthquake prone bridge could start this week after the High Court tossed out a judicial review to save it. Wellington City Councillor Nicola Young says even if people think it's ugly, it does serve an important purpose. "It's a safety aspect - it's a lovely way to cross over to the waterfront rather than going over a pedestrian crossing." Nicola Young's concerned the replacement bridge will take too long to put in place. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Brady spoke with Alejandra Bravo, City Councillor for Ward 9—Davenport about Ottawa shirking responsibility for sheltering refugees, Chow warns, after Carney government offers Toronto just a quarter of requested funds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alejandra Bravo, City Councillor for Ward 9—Davenport, joins Greg to talk about the need for more shelters and the concerns residents have Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Embattled Wellington mayoral candidate Ray Chung is refusing to pull out of the race, despite being ditched by a major financial backer. It comes after the Herald revealed Chung sent emails detailing an unsavoury sexual rumour about Mayor Tory Whanau – rumours she's categorically denied. The scandal has led to high-profile Wellington philanthropist Sir Mark Dunajtschik withdrawing his support for Chung's campaign. Despite this, Chung told Ryan Bridge empathically he's not backing out of the race, saying that's absolutely not his plan. He's also accusing one of the three colleagues he sent the email to of leaking it to Whanau. He says he can't say for sure who it was... but says he could have a guess. Chung would not, however say which of the three he was accusing of the leak. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Wellington Councillor's calling out her peers over a new $2.3-million-dollar CBD public toilet. It replaces an old block that had become a crime hot-spot. The building's wooden panels are lined with a $150,000 lighting system, designed to display a night-time show. Diane Calvert says spending in the Capital follows a pattern. "This is the culture in the organisation - it just has to change. Toilets are really important in our CBD, but did we need to take three years building them and over $2 million dollars and light them up like a glowing monument?" LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's skyrocketing water charges on the way for Wellingtonians in coming years. An average Wellington household's water bill tops $2500 a year. Indicative council figures suggest by 2033, that'll climb to $7,000 in a new billing system with water separate from other rates. Councillor Tim Brown says it covers stormwater, sewerage, and drinking water. "It has approximately doubled in about the last five years - so it was closer to where Auckland's were five years ago. And it's quite hard to actually fully understand why our network is in such bad condition." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Brady spoke to Parthi Kandavel, City Councillor about Toronto looking to cut down FIFA World Cup spending. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Napier residents will still be able to dance the night away. The City Council has rejected a proposal that would force bars to close an hour earlier – at 2am instead of 3. It was part of the city's draft Local Alcohol Policy. Councillor Richard McGrath told Heather du Plessis-Allan that though they had evidence that connected alcohol and trouble, there didn't seem to be a correlation between that and age. He says that in the same time period, there was roughly an equivalent amount of harm in a suburb with two alcohol licenses as there was in the suburb with the nightclub – an area that has up to 30 licenses. McGrath says that in his view, there's no evidence its the clubs and pubs causing the problems as opposed to off-licenses and house parties. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A Wellington City Councillor says he's not holding his breath on 16-year-olds getting the vote. The Council has reaffirmed its support for letting them participate in local body elections, with only four councillors opposed. Councillor Ben McNulty says it was a quick vote - and he was in favour. But he says this Government's likely to ignore the call. "Whether LGNZ listens to Wellington, whether the Government then listens to LGNZ - who knows? It's purely symbolic." McNulty says symbolism is sometimes important in politics. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dunedin City Council is planning to keep existing speed limits around the city's schools in place, despite a directive from Government. The report being considered at Wednesday's council meeting will recommend all but one school keep its 30km per hour speed limit - with the remaining school only increasing to 50km during non-peak hours. The council has been asked to provide a list of speed limit reversals on 'specified roads' to the New Zealand Transport Agency by Thursday. Dunedin City Councillor Jim O'Malley says these speed limits have been in place for a long time - and many in the community don't want them to change. "We know that when another Government comes in, they'll want them back to where they were before, so it would pretty much be a futile waste of effort, to be honest." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's claims Portuguese millipedes are wreaking havoc in Wellington's Owhiro Bay - and should be declared a pest. The many-legged creatures have been invading homes in the small suburb at night. City Councillor Nureddin Abdurahman says he's heard the problem is spreading beyond Owhiro Bay to wider Wellington. He says if someone visits the nearby Red Rocks, millipedes could be taken into ecologically protected areas like Zealandia. "If it's impossible to eradicate then it needs to be contained." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A proposed pedestrian crossing's become a bit of a joke - after differing views were shared from two Christchurch community boards. The southbound lane of Deans Avenue, near Al Noor Mosque, has been approved for speed bumps - but not the lane heading north. It's the boundary between the Riccarton and Central City wards. Central City Councillor Jake McLellan's side will have a bump. He says it will look kooky - but it's better than nothing. "When you add a crossing but you don't actually do anything to make people safe while they're crossing, it can become quite dangerous." Riccarton Councillor Tyla Harrison-Hunt agrees it's better than the status quo. "At the end of the day, it's actually a massive, massive win for the Deans Ave residents - and a massive win for the everyday users of Hagley Park." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington City Council removed car parks near the botanical Gardens to create more space for cycleways, now they might be bringing them back. The council says residents were complaining after being unable to find parks to visit the gardens. Wellington City Councillor Diane Calvert talks to Ryan Bridge. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Transit Unplugged, Paul Comfort interviews Ryan Murphy, the Chair of the City Council's Transportation Committee in Brisbane, while riding one of Brisbane's famous CityCat ferries to talk about the vibrant and evolving transit system in this river city.Episode Highlights:CityCat Ferries: Discover the unique CityCat ferry service that operates along the Brisbane River, connecting 22 stations and carrying about 5 million passengers annually. Ryan shares how this service has become a beloved part of the city's tourism and commuter landscape.Innovative Metro Project: Learn about the groundbreaking Brisbane Metro project, featuring double articulated electric buses designed to alleviate congestion and enhance the capacity of the city's busway system. Ryan discusses the integration of these high-tech vehicles and their role in transforming Brisbane's public transport.Bus Rapid Transit (BRT): Ryan explains how Brisbane's extensive bus network, supported by dedicated busways, serves as the backbone of the city's transit system. He highlights the city's efforts to improve bus-to-rail connections and the significant reforms underway ahead of the 2032 Olympics.Historical and Future Growth: From its origins as a port city to its current status as a bustling metropolis, Brisbane's transit system has continually evolved. Ryan provides insights into the city's plans for future growth, including the Cross River Rail project and the ambitious goals set for the upcoming Olympics.And don't forget to catch Ryan, the city of Brisbane, and all the projects he talked about in the latest episode of Transit Unplugged TV on YouTube: https://youtu.be/M04d9d-xpzkHave your say in the Transit Unplugged listener survey! It only takes a few minutes and we greatly appreciate your help and feedback. https://transitunplugged.com/survey/00:00 Introduction to Ryan Murphy and Brisbane's Transport 00:38 Exploring Brisbane's Ferry System05:14 Brisbane's Bus Network and BRT System07:38 Personal Message from Paul...08:17 Brisbane Metro: The Future of Public Transport12:12 Rail Developments and the 2032 Olympics15:06 Ryan Murphy's Background and Vision16:21 Australia's Public Transport Priorities17:59 Coming up next week on Transit UnpluggedTransit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo https://www.modaxo.comHost: Paul ComfortProducer: Paul ComfortEditor and Writer: Tris HusseyExecutive Producer: Julie GatesSpecial thanks to:Brand design: Tina OlagundoyeSocial Media: Tatyana MechkarovaMarketing content, Transit Unplugged Newsletter, & transit puns: Tris HusseyIf you have a question or comment, email us at info@transitunplugged.com.Follow us on social media: LinkedIn - Twitter - Threads- Instagram - FacebookSign up for the...

Want to keep up with City Council but can't make it to meetings, whether in person or virtual? Tune into Council Catch-up with Mayor Paterson every Wednesday after a Council meeting! He shares the key takeaways on big topics. Find links to the meeting agenda and reports below so you can dig deeper into what matters to you. Agenda Addendum

Wellington housing valuations have taken a dive, with no suburb unscathed. QV valuations show house values have fallen 24.4 percent since 2021, with the average house value now sitting just under $1.1 million. Auckland valuations are expected to show little movement since 2021. City Councillor Ben McNulty says it won't change rates bills much. "The council has decided it needs 13 percent more money from rate-payers to run the city for next year, which means rates have to go up to meet that amount." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One councillor's standing by a proposed fizzy drink ban, despite community pushback. Palmerston North City Council has proposed to include Central Energy Trust Arena in its sugary drinks ban - among other venues. The council says the draft policy's aim is to promote a healthy lifestyle. Councillor Brent Barrett says he knows pushing for the right thing isn't always popular. "We know there's a direct line between sugar and the kind of pressure that comes on our health system through rotting teeth, diabetes, obesity, etc... we want to see if there's community appetite for change." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A third major exhibition at Wellington's $180 million convention centre has failed to break even. The City Council is refusing to quantify the deficit for the Doctor Who event, which ran from last June to October. It also won't release specific visitor numbers, citing commercial sensitivity. Councillor Diane Calvert says ratepayers have a right to know the exhibition's actual cost against the budget. "Because if we don't deal with this openly, how can we look for improvements and how can we action those improvements that I'm sure we can do?" LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Brady focused in on There are multiple reports now that Premier Ford will indeed be calling an early election and voters may need to line up in the snow to cast a ballot. Next, Ontario is suffering from a serious lack of housing starts. Mike Moffatt, Economist and Founding Director of PLACE Centre, joins us now to discuss the fact that Canada added half a million new households but had fewer than 250,000 housing starts. The math ain't working and it's leading to a serious struggle for the middle class. Also, Steve Munro, Transit Expert and Advocate, joins us now to discuss his fantastic piece: "You're Not Crazy: TTC Service is Worse".  Next, 30,000 City of Toronto workers could soon go on strike. David Miller, former Mayor of Toronto, joins us to discuss the concerns that many city workers are not being paid a living wage. Lastly, one City councillor called a constituent an inflammatory term, seemingly unjustified. Ben Mulroney, host of The Ben Mulroney Show on the Corus radio network, joins us now to discuss this unfounded accusation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The votes are tallied and Ward 3 has a new city councillor. Greg Noseworthy joined us on the line to talk about the win, and the issues he plans to tackle while in the position.

A Wellington city councillor says the Government's decision to send in a Crown observer was welcome news in council chambers. Labour Councillor Nureddin Abdurahman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.