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<p>Weekly podcast about events and projects in Kraainem, Belgium</p>
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1/23/2026
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July 3, 2026
2026-07-03_FB-Live-277
<h6><b>Main themes:</b></h6><p>Tick prevention and treatment, foxtails in pets, flooding and stormwater management, local works and community notices.</p><h6>Summary</h6><p>This episode opens with a health and safety talk from veterinary honoraire Marc Simons about ticks and burrs, with practical advice for protecting pets and humans during the summer. The second half shifts to a community update on recent flooding, drainage capacity, climate-related weather extremes, and ongoing local infrastructure works.</p><h6>Timestamps</h6><h6><b>0:07 </b>Welcome to the weekly community session and introduction of the evening’s topics.</h6><h6><b>3:18</b> Marc begins the presentation: what ticks are and why they are dangerous.</h6><h6><b>3:58</b> Diseases transmitted by ticks: Lyme disease and ehrlichiosis.</h6><h6><b>13:01</b> Prevention advice: anti-tick products and body checks after walks.</h6><h6><b>17:06 </b> Transition to burrs / epillets and what they are.</h6><h6><b>25:34</b> Update on cleanup in flood-affected areas.</h6><h6><b>38:38</b> Mention of the Octopus center as a possible cooling location.</h6><h6><b>45:17</b> Explanation of the emergency number 1722 for storms and flooding.</h6><h6><b>50:30</b> Why local solutions alone cannot solve the problem without cooperation with Brussels.</h6><h6><b>53:11</b> Household rainwater retention as part of the solution.</h6><h6><b>56:24</b> Smart and delayed-drainage cisterns as future prevention tools.</h6><h6><b>58:56</b> Importance of regional cooperation and storage upstream.</h6><h6><b>61:30</b> Road works update: asphalting and the next phases of local infrastructure projects.</h6><h6><b>62:21</b> Cycling path project along Chaussée de Malines, expected to start in early August.</h6><h6><b>64:39</b> Water supply notices and how residents can receive alerts.</h6><h6><b>66:11</b> Update on another near-finished local project and site access.</h6><h6><b>68:52</b> Mention of the documentary <i>Second Wind</i> and a tribute to Ukrainian resilience. How can Kraainem contribute to help?</h6><h6><b>71:23</b> Airport-related noise consultation and future discussion process.</h6><h6><b>72:59</b> Local noise rules for garden machines and robot mowers.</h6><h6><b>75:43</b> Reminder about emergency numbers 1722 and 1733.</h6><h6><b>77:06</b> Deadline reminder for associations to update culture, sport, and leisure data.</h6><h6><b>77:34</b> Summer closure and reopening dates for the Maison de l’Enfant and Café Bébé.</h6><h6><b>79:16</b> Upcoming local outing and community events.</h6><h6><b>80:15</b> Music and festival announcements for 21 July.</h6><h6><b>81:20</b> Maison de l’Enfant’s 5th anniversary celebration on 2 September.</h6><h6><b>81:49</b> Heatwave advice: hydration, shade, sunscreen, and keeping homes cool.</h6><h6><b>86:20</b> Farewell and summer wishes for local schoolchildren.</h6><h6><b>88:39</b> Final thanks and closing remarks.</h6><h6>Key takeaways</h6><ul><li>Ticks can transmit Lyme disease and ehrlichiosis, so early removal matters.</li><li>Burrs can be just as problematic for pets, especially around eyes, ears, paws, and sensitive openings.</li><li>The flooding discussion emphasized that extreme rainfall overwhelmed the main collector, and prevention depends on retention, cooperation, and upstream storage.</li><li>Residents were reminded about emergency numbers, water alerts, and practical summer precautions.</li></ul>
June 26, 2026
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<h6><b>Municipal Projects and Financial Impacts — June 26 Session</b></h6><p>In this weekly session, Bertrand and Vinciane review the commune’s current projects, with a detailed focus on the financial aspects of the Tax Shift and what it means for residents. The conversation explains how local taxation is evolving in a broader international and national context, and how those changes affect both the commune and individual citizens.</p><h6><b>Key topics covered:</b></h6><ul><li>Ongoing municipal projects, including mobility, public works, and local events</li><li>The Tax Shift in detail: higher additional municipal centimes on property tax, lower municipal personal income tax, and the impact on the communal budget</li><li>The effect of the Tax Shift on the commune’s finances and on residents, with technical explanations and financial projections</li><li>The international, regional, and demographic context behind the fiscal rebalancing</li><li>Individual impact for homeowners and tenants, including calculations and estimated increases or decreases depending on each situation</li><li>Comparisons with other municipalities such as Wezembeek-Oppem, Brussels / Woluwe-St-Pierre and Woluwe-St-Lambert</li><li>Measures to soften the impact for pensioners?</li><li>Initiatives to reduce flood risks during severe weather</li><li>Public works, mobility updates, and safety guidance during extreme weather</li><li>Solidarity initiatives related to Ukraine, including material support coordinated through the fire zone and cooperation with Chernihiv</li></ul><h6><b>Chapters:</b></h6><p>00:00 — Introduction to the weekly session<br />01:31 — Presentation of the Tax Shift in Kraïnem<br />02:56 — Impact of the Tax Shift on communal finances<br />10:20 — Economic context and why the Tax Shift was needed<br />14:11 — Individual consequences of the Tax Shift<br />30:49 — Analysis of the impact on citizens<br />34:57 — Conclusion and future outlook<br />40:50 — Thanks and audience questions<br />42:06 — Possibility of dividing larger homes<br />44:03 — Fiscal fairness and local taxes<br />45:54 — Municipal council updates and local projects<br />48:58 — Weather alerts and safety advice<br />52:04 — Flood risk management<br />56:13 — Use of rainwater tanks<br />01:00:07 — Infrastructure and mobility projects<br />01:02:59 — Support for Ukraine and material collection<br />01:07:59 — Local events and community activities</p><h6><b>Sound bites:</b></h6><ul><li>“The Tax Shift guarantees more stable revenues over the long term.”</li><li>“Communal finances are influenced by the international and national context.”</li><li>“Each citizen must do the calculation to understand the personal impact.”</li></ul><h6><b>Guest:</b></h6><p>Vinciane Cardinael</p><h6><b>Resources:</b></h6><ul><li>Vinciane Cardinael — LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinciane-cardinael" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinciane-cardinael</a></li><li>Official Kraainem website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.kraïnem.be" target="_blank">https://www.kraainem.be</a></li><li>Tax simulation — Tax Web: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://taxweb.kraïnem.be" target="_blank">https://taxweb.kraainem.be</a></li></ul>
June 19, 2026
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<p>In this session, we discuss managing animal nuisances like Asian hornets, rats, and tiger mosquitoes, as well as community measures against flooding and ongoing urban projects. Featuring honorary veterinarian, Dr. Marc Simons, as well as the mayor Bertrand Waucquez, this discussion provides concrete insights into biodiversity, risk management, and urban planning.</p><p>What does managing animal nuisances involve and what are the challenges?</p><p>Introduction to Asian hornets, their impact on bees, and the need for professional intervention</p><p>Signs of poisoning or danger in dogs and other animals</p><p>Tips to prevent rat proliferation through prevention and innovative projects without chemicals</p><p>The role of foxes in regulating rat populations and their recent decline</p><p>Effects, bites, and symptoms of the tiger mosquito, including the risk of tropical diseases and effective prevention measures</p><p>What are the community initiatives to tackle flooding and urban planning?</p><p>Real-time water level monitoring and automated tracking systems</p><p>Infrastructure projects to reduce flood risk, including the buffer capacity installed at the Jourdain lake to limit the risks of flooding in North Kraainem</p><p>Implementation of paving and redevelopment work in several neighborhoods, with a focus on communication with residents</p><p>Coordination with emergency services and use of a shared platform to identify and treat hornet nests</p><p>Importance of collaboration between the community, firefighters, and specialized responders</p><p>Upcoming actions and scheduled events</p><p>Upcoming sessions dedicated to ticks, foxtails [or grass awns: barbed bristles], and other nuisances, with expert Dr. Marc Simons</p><p>Cultural gatherings and open days at historical sites</p><p>Solidarity initiatives with Ukraine and humanitarian support projects</p><p>Educational programs on architecture, home safety, and urban ecology</p><p>Useful resources and contacts</p><p>Vespa alerte to report hornet nests</p><p>Animal nuisance management techniques (book)</p><p>Flood reporting sites</p><p>Minder Hinder app (APK) to track urban works</p><p>Connect with our speakers</p><p>Dr. Marc Simons - LinkedIn | Twitter</p><p>Bertrand Waucquez, Mayor - LinkedIn | Official Site</p><p>Key Timestamps</p><p>(00:07) - Introduction and context of animal nuisances and flood risks</p><p>(01:02) - Impact of high temperatures on flood risks</p><p>(02:17) - Real-time sites to monitor the local situation</p><p>(03:25) - Emergency numbers and procedure in case of damage</p><p>(08:56) - Description of animal nuisances: hornets, rats, tiger mosquitoes</p><p>(14:00) - How rodenticides work and precautions for animals</p><p>(18:56) - Environmental impact and management without chemicals</p><p>(25:14) - Presentation of the tiger mosquito, its risks, and prevention</p><p>(30:38) - Asian hornet: prevention strategy and intervention</p><p>(38:00) - Urban projects, monitoring, and communication</p><p>(49:34) - Solidarity with Ukraine and international initiatives</p><p>(58:52) - Cultural events and community activities</p><p>The content provides a precise overview of local efforts against animal nuisances, natural risks, and ongoing social and urban projects.</p>
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