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Council decides against pause in patio fees
New fees of nearly $7,000 for businesses that use public land for year-round patios will go ahead this summer, after Edmonton city council voted 9-3 against a motion by Ward tastawiyiniwak Coun. Karen Principe to pause the increase for the 2026 season.
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Your turn: Street Labs, St. Albert housing, future of Gibbons
This week's batch of calls for public engagement includes new additions to Edmonton's Vision Zero Street Labs project, a housing survey in St. Albert, and one last chance to weigh in on the future of Gibbons amid an expedited viability review.
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Councillors seek more data before changing bag bylaw
Edmonton's single-use item reduction bylaw has significantly reduced the use of plastic bags and straws, according to data presented to city council's utility committee. Retail bag use plummeted by 80%, while straw and utensil consumption decreased by 26%. However, takeout container usage increased by more than 75% and cup use by 5%, which was attributed to a lack of regulation of those items and a 12% population increase.
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On the agenda: Lewis Farms, money matters, and more
This week, council is set to discuss a budget increase for a new recreation centre on the west end, hear an update on the financial stabilization reserve, and review shortlisted candidates for boards and commissions.
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Rental housing starts up as more incentives arrive
Supply is starting to catch up with demand in Edmonton's rental market, says the city's Q4 2025 economic update, which city council is to receive on March 17.
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Your turn: Whyte, transit accessibility, and Street Labs
This week's batch of calls for public engagement includes a survey on development along Whyte Avenue, a town hall on transit accessibility, and additions to Edmonton's Vision Zero Street Labs project.
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Dining week supports downtown businesses on eve of patio fee hike
The Edmonton Downtown Business Association's Downtown Dining Week starts this week, with 68 restaurants offering deals for $15 to $65 from March 11 to 22.
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On the agenda: Waste reduction, Queen Alexandra rezoning, budget
This week, councillors will review the waste reduction roadmap for the next four years, vote on rezoning applications, and continue planning the 2027-2030 budget.
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Your turn: Sneckdowns, playgrounds, and Leduc budget
This week's batch of calls for public engagement includes a call for photos of snow on roads, an invitation to provide input on several Edmonton playground renewals, and a survey about budget priorities in Leduc.
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