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For most of the last century, land has been relatively inexpensive in Edmonton. However, over the last decade, we’ve seen the price of housing double, and then nearly double again. Incomes have risen too, but not as fast as housing prices. This has caused real pressure for change in the housing market. The dominant form… Read More
For the past few weeks I’ve been asking people “what keeps you in Edmonton?” Most people chose to come here or chose to stay — understanding why is key to effective city building. Their answers vary, but they usually reflect our love for homegrown arts and culture. Whether people are enjoying Shakespeare in the Park,… Read More
[UPDATE, Sept. 12, 2013: Mayor Mandel requested a high level summary report that was discussed at this week’s Executive Committee. It’s worth a read and has the up-to-date numbers.] Let’s be clear: Edmonton doesn’t have a ‘Detroit problem.’ There’s been a fair bit of discussion in the press (good Edmonton Journal story here) and on… Read More
I am thrilled with the number of people who are yearning to see more detailed policies from me. My favourite part of the last two elections has been the way the whole city comes together to take stock of how far we’ve come, and (hopefully) coalesce around where to go next. Candidate platforms shape that… Read More
Yesterday was the busiest Canada Day I’ve ever experienced. 10 events in 15 hours was a whirlwind. So many hamburgers, so many pancakes, so many handshakes. And in the hundreds of conversations I had yesterday, not one person grumbled about potholes; rather, it seemed like the whole City was alive with energy and optimism. So… Read More