Taproot Edmonton presents a weekly discussion on key stories in municipal politics. We pay attention to City Council so you don't have to! Join us as we delve into conversations about the context surrounding decisions made at City Hall.
Speaking Municipally
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Taproot Edmonton presents a weekly discussion on key stories in municipal politics. We pay attention to City Council so you don't have to! Join us as we delve into conversations about the context surrounding decisions made at City Hall.
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June 26, 2026
I like big bins
<p>City council delayed a public hearing about Rossdale as it had questions about its duty to consult with Indigenous nations. Plus, the parking requirement at daycares has been reduced, and we discuss how to stop illegal dumping at apartment buildings.</p><p></p><ul><li>(00:00) - Introduction </li> <li>(00:41) - YEG Trivia Night </li> <li>(02:54) - Canada Day ask </li> <li>(03:44) - Ad: Edmonton Opera </li> <li>(04:42) - Rossdale rezoning </li> <li>(19:37) - Daycare parking </li> <li>(26:24) - Illegal dumping </li> <li>(35:00) - Close</li> </ul><br><p>Here are the relevant links for this episode:</p><p><strong><br>Canada Day</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=aF-euOaMrUe6XTZ2Rxs25eMEVYQDEFhDhK1ZEWQkYqpUN1FJOEhISEFaVlNHOVg2WFgzQjE3WUxLMS4u">Share your thoughts on Canada Day</a></li></ul><p><strong>Rossdale rezoning</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://edmontonjournal.com/news/local-news/rossdale-redevelopment-update">Council delays Rossdale-specific zone decision for more consultation</a></li></ul><p><strong>Daycare parking</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/edmonton-daycare-parking-city-council-9.7246546">Edmonton mayor hopes requiring less daycare parking encourages more walking, biking</a></li><li><a href="https://edmontonjournal.com/news/local-news/council-reduces-parking-requirements-for-child-care-spaces-to-encourage-more-to-enter-industry">Council reduces parking requirements for child-care spaces to encourage more to enter industry</a></li></ul><p><strong>Illegal dumping</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/illegal-dumping-edmonton-condo-apartment-9.7236513">Edmonton condo's and apartment's paying extra to clean up illegal dumping, report says</a></li><li><a href="https://edmontonjournal.com/news/local-news/city-looking-to-pilot-big-bin-project-in-2027-to-curb-illegal-dumping">City looking to pilot big bin project in 2027 to curb illegal dumping</a></li></ul><p>This episode is brought to you by Edmonton Opera. Set yourself up for a couple of spectacular date nights! The Opera Duo bundles tickets to both mainstage productions in the 2026-27 season: Rossini's The Barber of Seville in November and Mozart's The Magic Flute in February. You'll save 20% compared to single ticket prices, secure your seats early, and have two unforgettable nights of live opera to look forward to. <a href="https://tickets.edmontonopera.com/packages">Subscribe today<br></a><br></p><p>Speaking Municipally is produced by <a href="https://edmonton.taproot.news/"><strong>Taproot Edmonton</strong></a>. We deliver reliable intelligence about the Edmonton region.</p><p><a href="https://edmonton.taproot.news/">Sign up to get The Pulse</a>, our weekday news briefing. It's free!</p><p>Want to reach the smartest, most-engaged people in the Edmonton region? <a href="https://edmonton.taproot.news/">Learn more</a> about advertising with Taproot Edmonton!</p> <strong> <a href="https://edmonton.taproot.news/join?utm_source=taprootyeg&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=speaking-municipally" rel="payment" title="★ Support this podcast ★">★ Support this podcast ★</a> </strong>
June 19, 2026
Maybe it is a municipal responsibility
Host [Host Name] discusses Edmonton's municipal responsibilities, including funding for winter day spaces and the Southeast Transit Garage expansion.
June 12, 2026
Vroom, vroom, vroom went the trolley
Host [Host Name] interviews Taproot reporter Colin Gallant about Edmonton's new sightseeing trolley and discusses city transit changes and parking fees.
367 total episodes available with 113 transcripts
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