Commit to our transit priorities? Pecan't do it!

Here are the relevant links for this episode:

ECSD

• Trustees storm out as demonstrators call on Catholic schools to address racism

Hyperloop

• Proponents of Calgary-to-Edmonton magnet tube transporter seek provincial nod

Jason Maas

• Edmonton Eskimos fire head coach Jason Maas after 8-10 season

Bus Network Redesign

• 'It requires courage,' Edmonton mayor says as new bus system is scheduled to launch
• Council decides overhauled transit system to hit Edmonton streets next August

BRT/LRT

• Councillor calling for halt of Valley Line West LRT wants bus rapid transit discussion
• Transit Redesign: The LRT is Holding Us Back

Iveson in Ottawa

• Edmonton mayor plans to promote food and timber while in Ottawa

Climate Leadership

• City’s climate leadership team earns an A

Speaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB. This week we highlighted the Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes on until Feb. 17 at the TELUS World of Science Edmonton. The exhibition features "more than 300 artifacts, including some of Marvel’s most iconic and sought-after pages, costumes, and props." We also shared the story of Hans Doef who started Blindman Brewing in Lacombe with help from ATB Financial. "Blindman is considered a veteran of Alberta's brewing industry—they were 20th on the scene. Today, there are 99 across the province."

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