“Not all can, or even wish to, pursue the gold standard of assisted living. Care should be taken to remain sensitive to the needs of the less affluent and to avoid a tendency for “high-end,” high-profile housing proposals,” writes Michael Ennamorato.
“As decisions are made about the future of 176 Wellington, I hope there is room to consider what it could mean for young people in this community to have a place that reflects their potential,” writes Andorlie Hillstrom.
“Among areas of consensus, there are some important ‘universals’ shared by virtually all NOTL seniors. It is clear, for instance, that the large majority share a desire to age in their current community and, ideally, within their current neighbourhood,” writes Michael Ennamorato.
“Will NOTL’s council ever be ready to consider other options for this public property? Based on what we’ve seen so far, you don’t what you’ve got till it’s gone,” writes David Israelson.
“Do you think that people in Niagara should have less ability to find out what the government is doing on these files behind closed doors? I certainly don’t,” writes Wayne Gates.
“The irony is that Gale’s resignation leaves Niagara Region better off, but not for the reasons he resigned. These reasons relate to his job, not his peccadillos,” writes David Israelson.
“Our local leaders should think boldly and speak clearly. It’s time to dream — otherwise, someone else will be dreaming for us,” writes David Israelson.
“Amalgamation was intended to deliver ‘better, more efficient government at less cost to the taxpayer.’ But, 25 years later, Hamilton residents are still waiting,” writes Ken Bosveld.
“Amalgamation with local adjacent municipalities with failing infrastructure will result in higher cost of living, more taxes and less service,” writes Richard Connelly.
The representatives of small governments like NOTL “aren’t ‘politicians’ of the ilk perceived by Premier Ford, with offices in glass palaces and numerous staff,” writes Keith McNenly, “but community members representing community members.”
“If you sometimes buy milk from the supermarket and sometimes from the convenience store, it does not mean that one or the other should be shut down,” writes David Israelson.
“We need to have the ability for local voices to make decisions that are best for the character and residents of the town,” writes Wayne Gates.
“It would be helpful for everyone on all sides of this dispute, right or wrong, to lower the temperature, in print, online and in social media,” writes David Israelson.
“We’ve made progress here by working together as a community to open Niagara Long Term Care Residence. But let’s be clear: we shouldn’t accept any cuts to beds in long-term care in Niagara,” writes Wayne Gates.
“Doug Ford is forcing through the amalgamation of our local conservation authority — the conservation authority that protects so much of what we hold dear in Niagara,” writes Wayne Gates.
“This fiscal irresponsibility this term kneecaps our future councils, leaving them little manoeuvring room going forward,” writes Steve McGuinness.
“Wouldn’t our provincial government be wiser to support economic diversification? NOTL may aspire to be Napa North, but we lack their nearby Silicon Valley,” writes Steve McGuinness.
“Transparency, lawful decision-making and respect for the limits of municipal authority protect not only the town, but also the residents who ultimately bear the financial consequences,” writes Maria Mavridis.
“For whatever reasons, Niagara-on-the-Lake has a history of delaying important decisions; here’s a chance for council to break that pattern and make Canada’s most beautiful town even better,” writes David Israelson.
“The government has plenty of time for photo ops and fundraising tours, but not enough time in the House to seriously address the issues families are worried about every day,” writes Wayne Gates.
“While Ontario municipalities struggle to balance the property rights of landowners with broader community interests, Doug Ford continues to exert his full weight on one side of the property development scales,” writes Steve McGuinness.
“The only thing certain about this ongoing great town patio debacle is that it is not over,” writes Steve McGuinness.
“Metered parking is enforced for 3,340 hours a year, meaning the annual maximum revenue is $18,370 per space at full utilization,” writes Steve McGuinness.
“Multi-millionaires received a 20 per cent off early Black Friday discount on the $5 million total development charge,” writes Steve McGuinness.
“The world has become a darker place, and it’s going to be a tough Christmas for you, just like everyone else,” writes Keith McNenly.
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