Category Archives: Municipal Affairs
Complete transcript of Mayor Heather Jackson-Chapman’s inaugural address – Dec. 6, 2010
Tonight begins a revolution. Together, we, as a community will begin the hard work of embarking on a path toward economic renewal and community revitalization. Together, we will pave the way to the future for St. Thomas. Imagine: anticipating possibilities, … Continue reading
Cooperation among St. Thomas and neighbouring councils top election issue – Chamber of Commerce survey
The St. Thomas & District Chamber of Commerce has completed a pre-election survey of area businesses to list and rank priorities as seen by local employers and employees. Of 26 topics and issues measured, harmony and co-operation among all local … Continue reading
Naming names, pointing fingers, seven years later
Almost seven years to the day, (Sept. 22, 2003 to be exact) municipal council unanimously approved a motion calling for an independent review of council and its working relationships at city hall. The damning overview, known as the McCarthy Tetrault … Continue reading
Few Ontario mayors and city councillors support banning municipal election campaign contributions from corporations and unions
Fair Vote Canada to launch campaign for a province-wide ban and expects strong public support A recent survey of 474 city councillors and mayors in Ontario’s 42 largest cities (other than Toronto) found only 35 city councillors and two mayors … Continue reading
Filed under 2010 Municipal election, Municipal Affairs
Ontario Health Coalition Applauds Ombudsman’s Report on LHIN Spin
Health Coalition Applauds Ombudsman’s Report on LHIN Spin: Demands McGuinty Stop Delaying the LHINs Review, Investigate Poor LHIN Decisions to Cut Hospital Care for Thousands of Residents TORONTO, Aug. 10 /CNW/ – The Ontario Health Coalition applauds Ontario Ombudsman Andre … Continue reading
Filed under Health Care, Municipal Affairs
Where’s the furniture, not to mention the agendas and minutes?
As we noted in this space last week, Ald. Dave Warden intends to throw the spotlight on Ald. Bill Aarts when council next meets on July 19 so that the chairman of the Elgin St. Thomas Public Health board of … Continue reading
Search for greener pastures is costing service to community
You would think with seven staffers jettisoned in recent months, there would be plenty of work space available at 99 Edward St., home of Elgin St. Thomas Public Health. And with a generous offer on the table from their landlord, … Continue reading
