Stephanie is a curator and reporter at Taproot Edmonton. She attended NAIT's radio and television program and has worked at CBC, CFJC in Kamloops, and 630 CHED. Stephanie loves to write about city council and learning more about how Edmonton works. When not reporting, you can find Stephanie roller skating, knitting, playing video games, baking, or chilling with her two adorable cats Juno and Pepper.
Recent work by Stephanie
A look at how Edmonton's budget stacks up so far
In a proposed budget that city manager Eddie Robar described as "not sexy," Edmontonians can expect renewal, operating funding for basic maintenance, and the completion of several large capital projects. But the wishes of some community groups are so far unfulfilled.
On the agenda: District energy, downtown parking, construction
This week, council will hear options for the future of the downtown district energy system, consider a rezoning for a parking lot in the core, and learn more about administration's proposed business-friendly construction policy.
Edmonton to study data-centre regulation and restriction
Edmonton city council will receive a report in the spring about ways it could regulate and restrict data centres.
Your turn: Budgets across the region
This week's roundup of calls for engagement includes opportunities for the public to have input into municipal budgets across the region.
Four municipalities convene supply-chain players
Strathcona County, Sturgeon County, the City of Fort Saskatchewan, and Lamont County will host the Regional Supply Chain Forum on Nov. 3, aiming to help local businesses access new supply chain and procurement opportunities.
Alberta Ecotrust sees role for AI to advance climate solutions
Though the use of artificial intelligence has come under fire for its impact on the environment, the technology has a role to play in addressing environmental challenges, says the vice-president of the Alberta Ecotrust Foundation.
PrairiesCan opens intake for expanded AI initiative
Applications are open for the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative, which recently received a $500-million boost from the federal government.
On the agenda: Municipal autonomy, public hearing
This week, council will discuss ways to enhance municipal autonomy and consider some rezoning applications.
Edmonton to consider nighttime economy office
A dedicated nighttime economy office will be on the table during Edmonton city council's budget deliberations in November after more than a dozen representatives of arts and entertainment organizations attended an executive committee meeting on Oct. 21