Joey Coleman
@joeycoleman.ca
Hamiltonian, publisher of http://thepublicrecord.ca
I cover Hamilton City Hall with reader support.
www.joeycoleman.ca
I cover Hamilton City Hall with reader support.
www.joeycoleman.ca
The Hamilton Police Service Board regular meeting is about to begin.
2026 budget is the big item.
All councillors (Kroetsch, Pauls, Spadafora) are present. #hamont #yhmcc
Watch live here: video.isilive.ca/hamilton/roo...
2026 budget is the big item.
All councillors (Kroetsch, Pauls, Spadafora) are present. #hamont #yhmcc
Watch live here: video.isilive.ca/hamilton/roo...
November 27, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The Hamilton Police Service Board regular meeting is about to begin.
2026 budget is the big item.
All councillors (Kroetsch, Pauls, Spadafora) are present. #hamont #yhmcc
Watch live here: video.isilive.ca/hamilton/roo...
2026 budget is the big item.
All councillors (Kroetsch, Pauls, Spadafora) are present. #hamont #yhmcc
Watch live here: video.isilive.ca/hamilton/roo...
Ahead of today's Police Service Board budget meeting, I spoke with Cl Kroetsch (@cameronkroetsch.bsky.social) to ask him about his motion to reduce budget by $1.3M
Listen here: www.instagram.com/joeycoleman....
And Clr Pauls about the Mounted Unit, listen here: www.instagram.com/joeycoleman....
Listen here: www.instagram.com/joeycoleman....
And Clr Pauls about the Mounted Unit, listen here: www.instagram.com/joeycoleman....
Joey Coleman on Instagram: "Ward 7 Councillor Esther Pauls says she will not support disbanding the Hamilton Police Mounted Unit.
The Police Service Board will vote on a motion moved by Ward 2 Clr Ca...
Hamilton councillor Esther Pauls explains her stance on the proposed budget cuts, specifically the disbanding of the police Mounted Unit. Learn more about the city's budget discussion and the role of ...
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November 27, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Ahead of today's Police Service Board budget meeting, I spoke with Cl Kroetsch (@cameronkroetsch.bsky.social) to ask him about his motion to reduce budget by $1.3M
Listen here: www.instagram.com/joeycoleman....
And Clr Pauls about the Mounted Unit, listen here: www.instagram.com/joeycoleman....
Listen here: www.instagram.com/joeycoleman....
And Clr Pauls about the Mounted Unit, listen here: www.instagram.com/joeycoleman....
I am watching the Metrolinx Board of Directors livestream. On the three devices I have, I am not getting any audio. [Audio was working for me for the first portion of the meeting. Could be an issue on my end]
www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdJL...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdJL...
Metrolinx Board of Directors Meeting - November 27. 2025
YouTube video by Metrolinx
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November 27, 2025 at 4:18 PM
I am watching the Metrolinx Board of Directors livestream. On the three devices I have, I am not getting any audio. [Audio was working for me for the first portion of the meeting. Could be an issue on my end]
www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdJL...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdJL...
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In a week from today, on December 4 at the Discovery Centre, I'll be meeting with North Enders about two important greenspaces in Ward 2 - Eastwood Park and Strachan Linear Park. I'll be presenting information based on plans we have so far and getting more feedback about the road ahead. #HamOnt
I'll be meeting with North Enders at the Discovery Centre on December 4 at 7pm to talk about Eastwood and Strachan Linear Parks. Check out the event postcard, which has been delivered across the North End, to see the agenda. Your feedback is important. Hope to see you there! #HamOnt
November 27, 2025 at 3:41 PM
In a week from today, on December 4 at the Discovery Centre, I'll be meeting with North Enders about two important greenspaces in Ward 2 - Eastwood Park and Strachan Linear Park. I'll be presenting information based on plans we have so far and getting more feedback about the road ahead. #HamOnt
November 27, 2025 at 2:34 PM
A brief summary of yesterday's Hamilton Property Standards Committee outcomes, on TPR:
thepublicrecord.ca/2025/11/brie...
thepublicrecord.ca/2025/11/brie...
Hamilton Property Standards Committee Decisions on November 26, 2025
The City of Hamilton's property standards lawyers said all matters before the committee were either resolved, or the City was not seeking compliance orders at this meeting.
thepublicrecord.ca
November 27, 2025 at 12:04 PM
A brief summary of yesterday's Hamilton Property Standards Committee outcomes, on TPR:
thepublicrecord.ca/2025/11/brie...
thepublicrecord.ca/2025/11/brie...
New blog post, by me.
Prime Minister Carney announced today that the federal government is prioritizing funding new housing construction that uses softwood lumber -- if shovel ready.
Ontario permits up to 18-storey wood construction. City Council should seize this opportunity, Build Hamilton Homes
Prime Minister Carney announced today that the federal government is prioritizing funding new housing construction that uses softwood lumber -- if shovel ready.
Ontario permits up to 18-storey wood construction. City Council should seize this opportunity, Build Hamilton Homes
Joey's Notepad: Feds Say They'll Priorities Shovel-Ready Housing Projects that Use Softwood Lumber
Federal government wants timber construction housing and is willing to fund shovel-ready projects -- time to Build Hamilton Homes.
thepublicrecord.ca
November 27, 2025 at 2:14 AM
New blog post, by me.
Prime Minister Carney announced today that the federal government is prioritizing funding new housing construction that uses softwood lumber -- if shovel ready.
Ontario permits up to 18-storey wood construction. City Council should seize this opportunity, Build Hamilton Homes
Prime Minister Carney announced today that the federal government is prioritizing funding new housing construction that uses softwood lumber -- if shovel ready.
Ontario permits up to 18-storey wood construction. City Council should seize this opportunity, Build Hamilton Homes
Now on TPR
This morning the City of Hamilton decided to not issue a compliance order for repairs at a rental building that's for sale as a 'solid investment property for repositioning to achieve market rents.'
Tenants are asking City Hall to enforce property standards, save their homes #yhmcc
This morning the City of Hamilton decided to not issue a compliance order for repairs at a rental building that's for sale as a 'solid investment property for repositioning to achieve market rents.'
Tenants are asking City Hall to enforce property standards, save their homes #yhmcc
City Grants Extension on 295 Melvin Ave Property Repairs Despite Tenants' Demands for Enforcement
Landlord marketing building for sale as 'investment property' while long-term tenants worry about potential displacement.
thepublicrecord.ca
November 26, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Now on TPR
This morning the City of Hamilton decided to not issue a compliance order for repairs at a rental building that's for sale as a 'solid investment property for repositioning to achieve market rents.'
Tenants are asking City Hall to enforce property standards, save their homes #yhmcc
This morning the City of Hamilton decided to not issue a compliance order for repairs at a rental building that's for sale as a 'solid investment property for repositioning to achieve market rents.'
Tenants are asking City Hall to enforce property standards, save their homes #yhmcc
"Citizens are asked to review any recordings taken between 1:30 am and 2:40 am on October 25, 2025 and to contact police with any information that could assist the investigation"
Hess Village area
This is unacceptable. If you saw something, contact police.
hamiltonpolice.on.ca/news/police-...
Hess Village area
This is unacceptable. If you saw something, contact police.
hamiltonpolice.on.ca/news/police-...
Police Investigate Hate Motivated Assault in Hess Village
Hamilton Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in an assault on Hess St. South, believed to be motivated by hate toward a member of the transgender community....
hamiltonpolice.on.ca
November 26, 2025 at 5:48 PM
"Citizens are asked to review any recordings taken between 1:30 am and 2:40 am on October 25, 2025 and to contact police with any information that could assist the investigation"
Hess Village area
This is unacceptable. If you saw something, contact police.
hamiltonpolice.on.ca/news/police-...
Hess Village area
This is unacceptable. If you saw something, contact police.
hamiltonpolice.on.ca/news/police-...
Now on TPR:
Vantage Inc is seeking minor variances to add 52% more units at 98 James South, if approved, the building will be 34 storeys (up from 31 storeys) at the same height with 395 units instead of 259. This is achieved by smaller living spaces, decreases in ceiling heights. #yhmcc
Vantage Inc is seeking minor variances to add 52% more units at 98 James South, if approved, the building will be 34 storeys (up from 31 storeys) at the same height with 395 units instead of 259. This is achieved by smaller living spaces, decreases in ceiling heights. #yhmcc
Vantage Requests 52 Per Cent Increase in Residential Units in 34-Storey Tower at 98 James Street South
Committee of Adjustment scheduled to vote on variances that will increase units by over 50 per cent, as Vantage faces December 2026 deadline to begin construction.
thepublicrecord.ca
November 26, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Now on TPR:
Vantage Inc is seeking minor variances to add 52% more units at 98 James South, if approved, the building will be 34 storeys (up from 31 storeys) at the same height with 395 units instead of 259. This is achieved by smaller living spaces, decreases in ceiling heights. #yhmcc
Vantage Inc is seeking minor variances to add 52% more units at 98 James South, if approved, the building will be 34 storeys (up from 31 storeys) at the same height with 395 units instead of 259. This is achieved by smaller living spaces, decreases in ceiling heights. #yhmcc
Eight members of ACORN are sitting in the public gallery at today's Property Standards Committee.
The tenant advocacy organization wants the City of Hamilton to act in a timely manner on property standards issues - especially with three months of delay due to repeated failures to make quorum #yhmcc
The tenant advocacy organization wants the City of Hamilton to act in a timely manner on property standards issues - especially with three months of delay due to repeated failures to make quorum #yhmcc
November 26, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Eight members of ACORN are sitting in the public gallery at today's Property Standards Committee.
The tenant advocacy organization wants the City of Hamilton to act in a timely manner on property standards issues - especially with three months of delay due to repeated failures to make quorum #yhmcc
The tenant advocacy organization wants the City of Hamilton to act in a timely manner on property standards issues - especially with three months of delay due to repeated failures to make quorum #yhmcc
Wonderful to see @utoronto.ca adopting the custom domain based usernames feature on Bluesky.
👋Hello! We are Information Technology Services (ITS) at U of T (@utoronto.ca). Headed by CIO @drdonnakidwell.com, ITS makes the university’s IT systems secure, efficient, cutting-edge and attuned to the needs of the community we serve. We’re excited to join Bluesky! Learn about us: its.utoronto.ca
November 26, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Wonderful to see @utoronto.ca adopting the custom domain based usernames feature on Bluesky.
Now on TPR:
John-Paul Danko wants to see planning get underway on the 'next phase' of Hamilton's BLAST transit plan.
In the House of Commons today, Danko stood up and said he is looking forward to seeing light rail transit running along Upper James. #yhmcc (1/2)
thepublicrecord.ca/2025/11/in-h...
John-Paul Danko wants to see planning get underway on the 'next phase' of Hamilton's BLAST transit plan.
In the House of Commons today, Danko stood up and said he is looking forward to seeing light rail transit running along Upper James. #yhmcc (1/2)
thepublicrecord.ca/2025/11/in-h...
In House Speech, Danko Expresses Support for Future Hamilton A-Line LRT
MP John-Paul Danko's remarks in Parliament come as final B-Line LRT funding agreement remains unsigned.
thepublicrecord.ca
November 26, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Now on TPR:
John-Paul Danko wants to see planning get underway on the 'next phase' of Hamilton's BLAST transit plan.
In the House of Commons today, Danko stood up and said he is looking forward to seeing light rail transit running along Upper James. #yhmcc (1/2)
thepublicrecord.ca/2025/11/in-h...
John-Paul Danko wants to see planning get underway on the 'next phase' of Hamilton's BLAST transit plan.
In the House of Commons today, Danko stood up and said he is looking forward to seeing light rail transit running along Upper James. #yhmcc (1/2)
thepublicrecord.ca/2025/11/in-h...
I'm observing the Ward 2 City Budget Town Hall.
(Interestingly enough, I rarely make it to Ward 2 Town Halls. If my schedule permits, I try to get out to ward town halls, it is good to know what is happening in the community) #yhmcc
Clr Kroetsch livestreaming: www.instagram.com/cameronkroet...
(Interestingly enough, I rarely make it to Ward 2 Town Halls. If my schedule permits, I try to get out to ward town halls, it is good to know what is happening in the community) #yhmcc
Clr Kroetsch livestreaming: www.instagram.com/cameronkroet...
November 26, 2025 at 12:17 AM
I'm observing the Ward 2 City Budget Town Hall.
(Interestingly enough, I rarely make it to Ward 2 Town Halls. If my schedule permits, I try to get out to ward town halls, it is good to know what is happening in the community) #yhmcc
Clr Kroetsch livestreaming: www.instagram.com/cameronkroet...
(Interestingly enough, I rarely make it to Ward 2 Town Halls. If my schedule permits, I try to get out to ward town halls, it is good to know what is happening in the community) #yhmcc
Clr Kroetsch livestreaming: www.instagram.com/cameronkroet...
The coffee is great. This is a good use of this space in the lobby of City Hall.
#HamOnt Excited to help celebrate the newest cohort at @cityofhamilton.bsky.social
Common House Café at City Hall, including Apothecary Kitchen!
This space is helping local food entrepreneurs grow and thrive.
🎉 Congrats to all the new vendors bringing creativity and community to Hamilton!
Common House Café at City Hall, including Apothecary Kitchen!
This space is helping local food entrepreneurs grow and thrive.
🎉 Congrats to all the new vendors bringing creativity and community to Hamilton!
November 25, 2025 at 10:08 PM
The coffee is great. This is a good use of this space in the lobby of City Hall.
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The best way to read blogs hasn’t changed in twenty years. RSS.
The Hotel California (and subscriptions)
Every day, this blog is automatically echoed on my Linkedin channel. Over the last few years, the traffic to those posts on Linkedin is down more than 90%. Understandable. Platforms evolve, people …
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November 25, 2025 at 9:42 PM
The best way to read blogs hasn’t changed in twenty years. RSS.
Hamilton Police road closure notice
Parkdale is closed between Rennie Street and Brampton Street (This is north of the CN mainline rail tracks.)
Fire Department dispatch portal states a HAZMAT response in the area.
[HSR has not yet issued detour info] #HamOnt
Parkdale is closed between Rennie Street and Brampton Street (This is north of the CN mainline rail tracks.)
Fire Department dispatch portal states a HAZMAT response in the area.
[HSR has not yet issued detour info] #HamOnt
November 25, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Hamilton Police road closure notice
Parkdale is closed between Rennie Street and Brampton Street (This is north of the CN mainline rail tracks.)
Fire Department dispatch portal states a HAZMAT response in the area.
[HSR has not yet issued detour info] #HamOnt
Parkdale is closed between Rennie Street and Brampton Street (This is north of the CN mainline rail tracks.)
Fire Department dispatch portal states a HAZMAT response in the area.
[HSR has not yet issued detour info] #HamOnt
Begins at 12:47:40 on the Parliament of Canada livestream here: parlvu.parl.gc.ca/Harmony/en/P...
November 25, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Begins at 12:47:40 on the Parliament of Canada livestream here: parlvu.parl.gc.ca/Harmony/en/P...
Barton Street is reopen, according to HSR real-time data.
Barton Street CLOSED between Birch and Sanford due to a structure fire.
HSR Route 2-Barton buses are detouring between Wentworth and Birch. #HamOnt
HSR Route 2-Barton buses are detouring between Wentworth and Birch. #HamOnt
November 25, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Barton Street is reopen, according to HSR real-time data.
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JP Danko is currently speaking in the House…
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November 25, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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Barton Street CLOSED between Birch and Sanford due to a structure fire.
HSR Route 2-Barton buses are detouring between Wentworth and Birch. #HamOnt
HSR Route 2-Barton buses are detouring between Wentworth and Birch. #HamOnt
November 25, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Barton Street CLOSED between Birch and Sanford due to a structure fire.
HSR Route 2-Barton buses are detouring between Wentworth and Birch. #HamOnt
HSR Route 2-Barton buses are detouring between Wentworth and Birch. #HamOnt
The CityHousing Hamilton Board of Directors meeting is underway. They made quorum. #yhmcc
On Time (in-person): Nann, Alex Wilson
On Time (WebEx): Kroetsch, Hwang
Not present at start: Jackson
Livestream: youtube.com/live/PAslldf...
Agenda PDF: pub-hamilton.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
On Time (in-person): Nann, Alex Wilson
On Time (WebEx): Kroetsch, Hwang
Not present at start: Jackson
Livestream: youtube.com/live/PAslldf...
Agenda PDF: pub-hamilton.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
November 25, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The CityHousing Hamilton Board of Directors meeting is underway. They made quorum. #yhmcc
On Time (in-person): Nann, Alex Wilson
On Time (WebEx): Kroetsch, Hwang
Not present at start: Jackson
Livestream: youtube.com/live/PAslldf...
Agenda PDF: pub-hamilton.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
On Time (in-person): Nann, Alex Wilson
On Time (WebEx): Kroetsch, Hwang
Not present at start: Jackson
Livestream: youtube.com/live/PAslldf...
Agenda PDF: pub-hamilton.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...