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CTV News
5 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
Sunningdale Road up for multi-million-dollar overhaul as London's north end grows at rapid pace
Improvements are on the way for a major east-west corridor in London's north end. Sunningdale Road West will soon be up for an overhaul, thanks to provincial government funding announced Thursday. 'This is a major corridor for anyone trying to get into the northwest part of the city,' commented Ward 7 Coun. Corrine Rahman. 'You think about all the development that's happened on Sunningdale Road. Fox Field, Sunningdale itself. And there's just so many people trying to get in and out of the area.' Rahman was on hand as a pair of provincial cabinet ministers announced $18.3 million in funding to upgrade Sunningdale Road West between Wonderland Road North and Village Walk Boulevard. The city says the improvements will allow for 5,000 new homes in the area. 'We need more homes built faster and smarter, because it takes too long and it costs too much to build housing. So that's why we're here today,' said Rob Flack, Elgin Middlesex London MPP and Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. SUNNINGDALE LONDON Doug MacRae, director, Transportation and Mobility, Mayor Josh Morgan, Kinga Surma, Minister of Infrastructure, Rob Flack, Member of Provincial Parliament for Elgin-Middlesex-London and Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Corrine Rahman, Ward 7 councillor, on Aug. 14, 2025. (Bryan Bicknell/CTV News London) 'We hope to come back again, and we're very happy to see that you're moving on this funding very quickly,' added Kinga Surma, Minister of Infrastructure. According to the city, 'the improvements will include expanding the roadway from two to four lanes, adding new sidewalks, cycling lanes, lighting, and new stormwater infrastructure to improve drainage. A new bridge will be built for an expanded road crossing at Medway Creek, which will include a pathway connection along the creek.' Mayor Josh Morgan said the city can't take on projects such as this alone. 'We have to run balanced budgets every year. We have three pieces of our pie. We've got property taxes, user fees, and government grants. It means our provincial and federal partners are critical, critical to us actually supplying the infrastructure and services that we need,' said Morgan. The affected portion of Sunningdale is 2.2 kilometres in total. Construction is scheduled to get underway in spring of 2026, and it's expected to take two years. 'It's going to be painful. We're going to have to find other ways to get around and maneuver through the construction, but it will be well worth it in the end,' said Rahman.
Washington Post
31-07-2025
- Business
- Washington Post
Reject the Commanders stadium deal
District Mayor Muriel E. Bowser (D) is admirably seeking to set a pro-growth agenda for D.C., and she views the construction of a new stadium to house the Washington Commanders as central to that strategy. The development, she argues, could serve as a 'catalyst' for new businesses and housing in Ward 7, just as Nationals Park did for the Navy Yard area.
Calgary Herald
30-07-2025
- General
- Calgary Herald
Calgary residents, city councillor push for changes to Stampede tent noise exemptions
Article content Residents of a downtown Calgary apartment building located directly across the street from Cowboys Park previously told Postmedia that the area surrounding their building had become a hot spot for disorderly behaviour as thousands of festival-goers poured out of the venue each night. Article content Mark Young said he observed a steady stream of festival-goers stopping to urinate on the side of his building as they departed the site. '(The festival) goes way later than it should,' Young said at the time. Article content David Mallozzi, who lives on the 22nd floor of Discovery Pointe Condos on 6th Avenue, said noise levels were 'a pain' throughout the festival and that many in his building were left 'in disbelief' about the noise soon after the festival started. He said the problem is worse for residents living on upper floors. Article content 'You don't hear it a lot if you're on the ground level, but as soon as you start going above the 9th floor . . . it is almost like you're right next to it. It is very loud,' he said. Article content Article content What's especially frustrating, Mallozzi said, is that he observed most festival attendees exit the venue shortly after midnight each night, yet music continued to blast into early morning hours for 'a small handful of remaining patrons.' Article content Mallozzi is now among residents advocating for earlier cutoff times for the noise in future years — at least by midnight, he said. Article content 'It's realistic to ask for an earlier time frame, particularly on the weekdays when . . . there's still people working,' he said. 'We don't feel like it's necessary to keep the party going every day until 1:30 (or) 2 in the morning.' Article content Mallozzi said videos of the site he took throughout the festival show 'a very strong correlation' that most festival attendees exited by midnight. He plans to submit the videos as part of an upcoming Ward 7 community engagement session on Aug. 19. Article content Article content A large portion of Cowboys Park remains fenced off following this year's Cowboys Music Festival. The city said Wednesday it expects the park to reopen 'sometime in the next week.' Article content The park has been closed for more than a month to accommodate festival set up and teardown, but was expected to reopen by the end of July. Article content The city attributed the delayed reopening to recent rainfall and said some areas within the park may need to remain fenced off to the public for landscaping. Article content Article content 'With the rain, the grass and dirt are softer than usual, and when you add in heavy foot traffic like Folk Fest, you can expect to see more turf damage,' the city said. 'This is not surprising, but it will take a bit longer to recover the grass in those locations.'
Hamilton Spectator
25-06-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Podcast: Lime Ridge Mall has been sold. Now what?
More than a few people in town were caught off guard by the sale of Lime Ridge Mall the other day. The fact it was sold was interesting, but it's more than that. The news got people thinking about the place and its future. There's the mall itself. What changes might come with today's commercial climate? There had been plans for a massive development with condos and other refreshes to the mall under the previous ownership that could've helped with the city's housing crisis. What happens to those ideas now? Of course, people can purchase stuff plenty of places, not just here. And there are condos elsewhere. So why does this really matter? The answer is that the sprawling property isn't just a bunch of stores. It's also Hamilton's largest taxpayer, which makes it rather important for the city. Retail analyst Bruce Winder and Ward 7 Coun. Esther Pauls chime in on what might be to come. This podcast explores issues about the city and stories of interest to those who call it home. Every week, Spectator columnist Scott Radley will dive into hot-button topics with newsmakers, explore stories with the reporters covering them, and chat with those who add to the fabric of this community. Whether it's serious or lighthearted, Placeline Hamilton will keep you informed and engaged. Listeners can expect new episodes every Wednesday. Follow or subscribe at Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Amazon Music or wherever your favourite podcasts are found.
Hamilton Spectator
20-06-2025
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
No gavel needed: Pat Daly steps down after four decades on Catholic board
It took several prompts and iterations for Catholic trustees , with the help of ChatGPT, to create the perfect parting prayer for Pat Daly . A lot has changed in three decades, but the chair seat hasn't. Now, after 34 years, Daly, who has helmed the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board since 1991, is stepping down. 'Through tireless days and steadfast years, he served with faith, with hopes and fears,' trustees read in unison from the text brought by trustee Mark Valvasori. 'A shepherd strong, with heart and soul, committed to the common goal.' Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board chair Pat Daly is stepping down after 34 years. It's the end of an era for the board — and for Daly, whose 40-year run as Ward 7 representative comes to an end on Friday. He was first elected in 1985, replacing his father on the board after the elder Daly's death. Daly was elected to the top job several years later, and is believed to be the longest-running chair in the province's history. 'It seems like yesterday,' Daly said following his final board meeting on Tuesday evening, at which trustees bid him a heartfelt farewell. 'Your hard work, insight and integrity have left a lasting mark,' said Ward 10 trustee Mary Nardini, who has worked with Daly for more than 20 years. 'You'll be missed, but we know you'll continue to make a difference wherever you go.' Longtime Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board chair Pat Daly at his final board meeting on June 17, 2025. At 67, Daly has accepted the top job at the Ontario Catholic School Trustees' Association (OCSTA) after the current executive director announced plans to retire. Daly has a long history with the organization, including eight years as its president. He starts on Monday. A round of applause erupted in the Mulberry Street boardroom, and trustees presented Daly with an award. 'Whatever small contribution I've made, it's only as a result of the friendship, the partnership … of the men and women around this board,' he said. 'We have done amazing things.' And he's never once had to use his gavel to maintain order, he said, raising it to demonstrate. It's still unclear how his vacant Ward 7 seat will be filled. Historically, the board has opted to appoint a trustee — the cheaper option — over holding a byelection, Daly said. The last municipal vacancy — Ward 4 at the public board — was filled via a byelection in January with a little more than two years until the next election, which is set for October 2026. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
