Ward 2 Hamilton

I will no longer be posting on X or monitoring this account. This is to align with my long standing social media policy where I take responsibility for the conversations happening in the spaces I use. #HamOnt

If you’d like to keep up with what is happening with me and Ward 2, you can find me on Bluesky, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

This comes as X is increasingly a space for spreading misinformation and hate that disproportionately targets queer people and other marginalized communities - all of which continues to go unchecked by those who moderate this platform.

I will no longer be posting on X or monitoring this account. This is to align with my long standing social media policy where I take responsibility for the conversations happening in the spaces I use. #HamOnt

Quick note to let Ward 2 residents know our office will be closed on both Monday, June 30 and Tuesday, July 1. We’ll be back on Wednesday, July 2. As always, reach out at Ward2@hamilton.ca or (905) 546-2197. Enjoy the beautiful weather if you can! #HamOnt

@taykmr @CameronKroetsch @ward1wilson @BCouncillor @cityofhamilton Our plans for this intersection were made long before they were suggested in the paper. And they were discussed at public town halls. But it’s also ok to work with people identifying concerns in the community. It doesn’t have to be adversarial.

Appreciate this opinion piece in today's @TheSpec. I mentioned James Street South and Bold Street at a recent town hall as I have a motion coming forward in the short term to address it. Always good to bring awareness. Pedestrian safety matters. #HamOnt thespec.com/opinion/contri…

After a few technical hiccups kept the Gore Park Fountain from running, it’s back up to full strength after some needed repairs. On these warmer days it makes a huge difference. Hope you’re able to get out to enjoy the weather this weekend! #HamOnt

This past weekend marked the official start of summer, bringing with it an intense heat wave. As Hamiltonians try to stay cool, it's important to know that the City has an interactive map of public drinking fountains to help people stay hydrated - spatialsolutions.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappvie….

But vandalism took its toll. Some fountains were stuffed with dirt or sand, while others were hacked apart with axes for their valuable metal. No one knows exactly when the last Shorty Green was removed, but the Spectator suggests it was around 2000.

This week's heritage highlight focuses on the history of Shorty Green water fountains in Hamilton. Water fountains are more than just functional, they're part of Hamilton’s civic and cultural heritage. Let's dive into it. #HamOnt

Yesterday was my first day back on the Hamilton Police Service Board after the Province’s 15 month investigation found I didn’t commit any misconduct. It was a packed six hour meeting. Here are some of the highlights. #HamOnt

@JGFtweets @Metrolinx I believe so, but I'll let Metrolinx respond with more information as they would know the timing and scheduling. If you want us to follow up with our contacts at Metrolinx, send us an email at Ward2@hamilton.ca.

@Ward2Hamilton @Metrolinx Just wondering if there are future plans for 30 minute weekday service to and from the West Harbour GO Station to Toronto? Would be great to have a few more options early in the morning and through the evening commute. Thanks!

I'm grateful to the work of the Shelter Health Network, especially Dr. Kerry Beal, @ymcahbb staff, and City staff. This has been a difficult journey, but a brighter future ahead for those who need to access these services in our community.

These wraparound services are necessary in order to expand the services offered on the third floor. For those who have asked, folks who were housed on the third floor last year when it caught fire have been placed in permanent housing and things are going well for them.

In July, the third floor of the downtown YMCA location, which experienced fire damage last year, will reopen to residents. This was made possible by a motion during the budget process to commit $350,000 in Ward 2 reserve funding to dedicated wraparound support services. #HamOnt