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12.01.2021 / 22:08

Edmonton officials to outline job impacts, city staff layoffs due to 2021 budget

COVID-19 pandemic.However, that zero per cent tax levy — the lowest since 1997 — came at a cost.Roughly $49.9 million in reductions to department budget had to be found and that included city job cuts. Edmonton passes budget with 0% tax increase: ‘It wasn’t easy… We did our best’ On Tuesday afternoon, city officials will “provide an update on workforce decisions related to the 2021 budget and steps for moving forward,” the city said in a news release.The 3 p.m.

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Heat dome settling over Alberta triggers weather warnings, electric grid alert

A heat dome is forming over Alberta, prompting widespread weather warnings and the activation of the City of Edmonton’s extreme weather response.

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Edmonton passes budget with 0% tax increase: ‘It wasn’t easy… We did our best’

Proposed Edmonton budget includes $64M in reductions but 0% tax levy increaseThe difficult budget debate wrapped late Friday morning.“These are challenging times,” Councillor Bev Esslinger said. “Reduced revenue and increased expenses and this budget reflects that.“We’re not going make everyone happy with this budget but we did our best.“It wasn’t easy,” she added, thanking all the branches, including the library, that tightened their budgets.“We all came together to make this budget possible.

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Edmontonians weigh in on city services, rec centres during 2021 budget public hearing

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COVID-19 outbreak declared at Edmonton Convention Centre 24/7 shelter

COVID-19 outbreak was declared Thursday at the temporary 24/7 accommodation at the Edmonton Convention Centre.The venue in downtown Edmonton was converted into a shelter space on Oct. 30 and is run by partner agencies Bissel Centre, Boyle Street Community Services, The Mustard Seed and Bent Arrow Healing Society.In its first week, the temporary homeless shelter was seeing an average of 317 people daily.

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No clear direction yet on how to enforce Alberta’s new COVID-19 measures: officials

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Edmonton restaurants heating things up for winter patio season

Edmonton patio restrictions eased, city extends state of emergency amid provincial relaunch Downton said the café is committed to staying open even if Mother Nature doesn’t co-operate.“Minus 30 is minus 30, and we aren’t going to be able to compete with that.

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Council approves fee reductions for Edmonton limos, vehicles for hire

Coronavirus: Edmonton limo and taxi companies ask city council for break on fees Limousine and taxi service operators have been asking council to cut them a break on fees as their industry faces challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Coronavirus: City of Edmonton introduces new regulations for vehicle-for-hire services Several operators addressed city councillors directly last month, reiterating concerns they have been raising for months: that the fees on top of an already challenging situation could force some of them to shut down.“We’re not asking the taxpayer to fund our businesses,” Sylvain Vezina of Protocol Limousines said on Sept.

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2 people given $100 tickets for not wearing face masks on Edmonton transit

mandatory face coverings bylaw, the city has issued tickets to two people riding the LRT.Face coverings have been required in all indoor public spaces and in public vehicles in Edmonton since Aug. 1.“Since then, a vast majority of Edmontonians have respected the requirement, helping protect themselves and their neighbours from COVID-19,” the city said Friday in a news release.City of Edmonton ends mask-exemption card distribution just 5 days after launch“Face coverings are an important tool in the fight against COVID-19, according to Dr.

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Limo companies struggling during pandemic say Edmonton fees crippling industry

Low sales, fewer customers creating dire situation for Alberta small businesses: CFIB “It’s disappointing. It’s deflating,” said Suzan Burtic, who owns Legends Limousine with her husband Liveu.“I’m angry.

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Edmonton’s construction season well underway despite coronavirus pandemic setbacks

Water leaks, cracked concrete lead to construction delay at Edmonton’s Stadium LRT Station Crews have filled over 300,000 potholes since the start of 2020, an increase of 61.830 from 2019. With less people out on the roads, the city says crews have been able to tend to more locations.The Yellowhead Trail freeway conversion is well underway.

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City of Edmonton ends mask-exemption card distribution just 5 days after launch

City of Edmonton announced Wednesday that its mask-exemption cards would no longer be available at city recreation facilities, just five days after it was launched.The cards were handed out until 3 p.m. Wednesday at seven city-run recreation facilities, said a news release.“We trust that those with legitimate exemptions have been able to obtain a card up to this point,” said a news release from the city.

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3,800 exemption cards have been issued in wake of Edmonton face mask bylaw

COVID-19 task team, said Tuesday. City of Edmonton offering mask bylaw exemption cards to those with conditions The exemption program started Saturday, when cards became available at city-run recreation centres.

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Edmonton businesses look for more tools to enforce mask mandate

Edmonton liquor store employee faces racist tirade after customer refuses to wear mask The City of Edmonton said in a statement to Global News that “business owners are not responsible for enforcement and can choose whether to deny service to those who do not comply with the bylaw. Businesses who may face belligerent customers can call Edmonton Police Service for assistance.”Sekhon said that situation is not always realistic.“Unfortunately I don’t think the police could respond in an appropriate amount of time.

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Edmonton residents 80% compliant with new mandatory mask bylaw, city says

Edmonton city council passes bylaw to mandate masks in all indoor public spaces The city said four out of five people were wearing face coverings.“We’re extremely pleased with how Edmontonians have embraced the new bylaw and are committed to helping keep their fellow citizens safe,” COVID-19 Task Force Chair David Aitken said.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“Peace officers and city staff will continue to help people understand the new bylaw and the importance of facial coverings in slowing the spread of COVID-19.”Officers also were informing residents of the new Face Coverings Bylaw, handing out 680 masks and having 304 “education interactions,” according to the city.Public transit users were

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Edmonton reopening 4 indoor swimming pools by appointment only

City taking COVID-19 precautions as Edmonton rec centres get set to reopen Recreation centre staff members are making a number of changes to comply with COVID-19 public health recommendations. Online booking will allow the city to facilitate social distancing by limiting the number of swimmers in the pool at one time.The city is also implementing one-way traffic flows at pool entrances and exits, extra cleaning protocols in public areas and capping lane swims to one person per lane.

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City of Edmonton reveals ‘Reimagine’ plan to dig out of $172M coronavirus hole

City of Edmonton has released its plan to help the city come back from the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the anticipated $172 million budget impact.In the best-case scenario, the impact could be as low as $151 million. The worst-case scenario could see a hit as high as $253 million.

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Coronavirus: Edmonton aims to close EXPO Centre drop-in day shelter by August

the Edmonton EXPO Centre opened its doors to daytime drop-in for Edmonton’s homeless, the city and its partners are aiming to end operations at the site before the beginning of August.The number of people using the EXPO drop-in during the day remains high. According to the City of Edmonton, as of June 23, 634 people were counted at the EXPO Centre that day.“We are working diligently to develop coordinated system-wide services for individuals experiencing homelessness once EXPO has closed,” said Adrienne Cloutier, a communications advisor with the City of Edmonton.“We know the more complex need of individuals experiencing homelessness can be better supported by permanent support housing solutions in the longer term,” said Cloutier, adding

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Edmonton Valley Zoo to reopen, but with some changes amid COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 pandemic, the Edmonton Valley Zoo has announced it’s ready to open its gates on June 15.But regular visitors will notice some changes.“We will be providing an enjoyable visitor experience with modifications in place to protect the health and safety of our visitors, staff and animals,” director Lindsey Galloway said. Tickets will no longer be available for purchase at the gate.

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E-scooters return to Edmonton streets with COVID-19 restrictions

After being delayed two months because of the COVID-19 pandemic, two electric scooter companies returned to Edmonton streets on Monday.

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Edmonton’s interim city manager is warning residents that recently reopened amenities could close again if users don’t obey public health orders related to the novel coronavirus.

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COVID-19 wastewater surveillance pilot program may involve Edmonton

Edmonton and other municipalities across the country may soon be part of a pilot program to determine whether wastewater is a helpful tool when it comes to COVID-19 surveillance.

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Creature comforts: a look inside the currently closed Edmonton Valley Zoo

In the river valley, across a sprawling array of pavilions, hundreds of animals continue on with their daily routines at an empty Edmonton Valley Zoo.

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Edmonton to start lifting some COVID-19 restrictions May 2

On May 2, the City of Edmonton will make its first steps to lift some of the restrictions put in place amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Edmonton city council approves property tax increase for homeowners, decrease for buisiness

Edmonton homeowners will see their property taxes go up while businesses will get a break on theirs as the result of a vote at a city council meeting on Wednesday.

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Coronavirus: Edmonton closes sports fields, courts to meet physical distancing rules

The city announced Monday that additional sports fields and things like tennis and basketball courts would be closed to comply with the province’s public health orders.

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Edmonton traffic down 50%, pothole work and street sweeping underway with COVID-19 adjustments

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of people’s lives, and it’s even affecting how the City of Edmonton cleans, maintains and even spaces the roads.

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Edmonton city council to vote on amendments to 2020 budget amid COVID-19 shortfall

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City officials to provide Wednesday update on Edmonton’s COVID-19 response

Mayor Don Iveson and interim city manager Adam Laughlin are set to give an update Wednesday afternoon on Edmonton’s response to COVID-19.

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Edmonton officials to provide update on city’s COVID-19 response

The City of Edmonton is scheduled to provide an update on the city’s response to the ongoing novel coronavirus pandemic.

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New estimates suggest COVID-19 could cost City of Edmonton between $140M and $260M

If the novel coronavirus pandemic continues into December, it could cost the City of Edmonton close to $260 million. That was described as the “worst-case scenario” by Mayor Don Iveson in a news conference on Wednesday.

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Edmonton compiles $2B COVID-19 stimulus proposal for province

Edmonton wants the province to invest more than $2 billion in stimulus spending to create up to nearly 10,500 construction jobs this summer and next. The list calls for spending on road work, rec centres and flood mitigation.

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Many summertime decisions put off as Edmonton officials monitor COVID-19 pandemic

This will be a make it or break it long weekend for Edmonton’s 38 dog parks.

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Edmonton Valley Zoo putting protections in place for big cats amid COVID-19 pandemic

After news that a tiger in the Bronx Zoo tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the Edmonton Valley Zoo has been taking additional measures to protect its big cats.

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Coronavirus: Edmonton asked to address rubber glove-littering problem

Beverly resident Ben Johnson has had enough. He took a long stick so he wouldn’t have to touch the discarded rubber gloves with his hands as he cleaned up a significant area near Abbotsfield Mall.

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Coronavirus: City of Edmonton issues more than 300 warnings after dog parks and playgrounds closed

More than 300 warnings were issued over the last week to people at dog parks and using playground equipment amid the ongoing novel coronavirus outbreak, the City of Edmonton said on Monday.

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City of Edmonton to provide update on COVID-19 public safety measures Thursday morning

The City of Edmonton will provide an update Thursday morning on the public safety measures that have been put in place as the city continues to deal with the novel coronavirus outbreak.

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Coronavirus: City of Edmonton introduces new regulations for vehicle-for-hire services

The City of Edmonton announced new rules and regulations for vehicle-for-hire services on Wednesday in an effort to keep drivers and riders safe as the city continues to deal with the novel coronavirus outbreak.

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COVID-19 costs to City of Edmonton likely between $27M and $112M: report

Edmonton city councillors heard some preliminary numbers Monday, projecting what the novel coronavirus pandemic is doing to the city corporation’s bottom line.

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Coronavirus: Officials to update Edmonton response to COVID-19 Tuesday afternoon

Edmonton interim city manager Adam Laughlin is scheduled to give an update on the city’s response to COVID-19 at 2:15 Tuesday afternoon.

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Coronavirus: Kenney says Edmonton Expo Centre will be used for vulnerable population

One day after Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson pleaded with the provincial government to make a decision on supporting the vulnerable population amid the novel coronavirus outbreak, Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has announced the Edmonton Expo Centre will be used.

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Mayor to address Edmonton’s plans for vulnerable population amid COVID-19 pandemic

Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson is expected to address the media on Thursday to talk about plans to support the city’s most vulnerable as the novel coronavirus pandemic continues.

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