3 things to watch for at city hall
A year in review, Churchill Square smoking ban and body rub moratorium
Can you believe it’s been a year since this happened?
That election was full of promise for a new vision and direction for the city. So where has that direction taken us?
This week, we’ll be taking a look back at the past year in city hall. We’ll also have a special feature on Edmonton’s newest councillors, and how their time in office has changed their outlook on the city and civic politics.
We’d love to hear your feedback on the past year. What do think of the changes the new council has made to Edmonton so far? Tweet me @LauraOsmanCBC or email me at [email protected].
Churchill Square smoking ban and body rub moratorium
Councillors are also getting down to work this week, as the full council meets to discuss two controversial proposals.
Members of the community services committee sent the Churchill Square smoking ban proposal to council after they failed to come to an agreement about how such a ban would work. The debate will start again on Wednesday.
Councillors will also hear about options for blocking business licenses for any new body rub parlours in town.
This is an issue Coun. Scott McKeen is particularly passionate about. He asked administration to look at creating a moratorium on body rub parlours.
Community members in his ward have been working hard to fight a proposed body rub in the McCauley neighbourhood. A moratorium could put peoples' concerns to rest until the task force looking into the businesses is able to suggest some new regulations.
Lots to talk about this week. Share your thoughts in the comments below.