“As someone directly involved in many of the complex issues presented to city council, Mr. Hummel has a unique understanding of the process and should be considered a source of insightful information,” writes Derek Insley.
“What Mr. Hummel seems to be saying is that the NOTL council should agree to the amendments that are requested by them, or be prepared to defend against expensive lawsuits,” writes Derek Collins.
“Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result is the definition of — in this instance, very costly — stupidity,” writes Daphne Lavers.
“Fresh greenery is scarce and overpriced (due to the fires), as a nonprofit, we cannot afford to purchase fresh boughs. We’re hoping to source from NOTL properties — we donate 100 per cent to animal rescue,” writes Tanya Rice.
“If you choose candidates who promise quick fixes or politically motivated crusades, don’t be surprised when the law catches up and the bill arrives at your doorstep,” writes Rainer Hummel.
“Preservation is not nostalgia. It is an act of respect — for the people who came before us, and for the generations who will follow,” write the Friends of Laura Secord.
“I’m talking about speed bumps that will take out your transmission and wreck your car if you don’t slow down,” writes Jackie Bonic.
“It is the common citizens who deserve respect and should be putting such a motion forward first,” writes Peter Rusin.
“It seems to me in the last election cycle, the knives didn’t come out until later in the year or early 2022,” writes Bob Bader.
“Photo radar is only a cash grab to guilty crybabies and Doug Ford’s government, who are incensed that the municipalities have found a revenue stream that the province can’t control (skim?),” writes Brian Emes.
“Even now, when we cross the pond, we often find in other countries, along paths and beaches, equipment painted in joyous colours that invite fun,” writes Kathy Belicki.
“When the festival’s plans come to fruition, a phony wall will stand in the place of the Royal George’s existing façade, and the streetscape of both Victoria and Queen streets will, in my view, be negatively changed,” writes Terry Davis.
“Charlie was exercising his First Amendment right: the right to free speech, while his cowardly killer will most likely die exercising his Second Amendment right: the right to bear arms,” writes Samuel Young.
“In my opinion, the current attempt by Mr. Marotta to impose his will on others regardless is just another example of his well-known attitude toward the residents of NOTL,” writes Derek Collins.
“As a community that prides itself on our farms and vineyards, we should show that same pride by standing alongside the workers who make it possible and by defending their right to dignity, safety and fairness without exception,” writes Alissa O’Halloran.
“Charlotte Street highway: a shortcut into town. Drive as fast as you can. Nobody cares; the town certainly doesn’t, they are too busy catering to the tourists,” writes Tom King.
“Maybe our esteemed deputy lord mayor should get his facts clarified before wading into the weeds defending his administration and planning staff,” writes Bob Bader.
“This council has exacerbated a situation where the residents of NOTL are probably going to experience significant property tax increases in future years to fund infrastructure improvements,” writes Gienek Ksiazkiewicz.
“Niagara-on-the-Lake residents deserve the truth. The most effective way to protect our community’s interests is exactly what is happening now,” writes Erwin Wiens.
“What is almost as annoying as the application itself is the fact that staff and council have even allowed this application to be registered at all,” writes John McCallum.
“Our town staff, mayor and council sometimes face criticism from the community, but in this instance, they showed responsiveness and support,” write Catherine Cornell & Don Dinnin.
“When approval becomes the default outcome, the credibility of the entire planning system is undermined,” writes Allan Bisback.
“Why stop at 70 kilometres an hour limits? What are the statistics that made council do this? How many died in NOTL auto accidents?” writes Lorne White.
“Tourism will always be a vital part of our local economy, but unchecked special events risk undermining the very character of our town,” writes Ed Werner.
“How many other developments in Niagara-on-the-Lake have been approved without the full adequacy of the supporting infrastructure?” writes Gienek Ksiazkiewicz.
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