Coun. Judi Partridge, Ward 15 Flamborough Review Thursday, December 10, 2020 Although more subdued this year due to COVID, nothing can take away from this blessed time of year. Even though it will be different, may I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. I am pleased to share that the Waterdown BIA, Flamborough Archives and… Read More
Hamilton’s planning committee restricts cannabis grow operators from having retail outlets
Kevin Werner Ancaster News, Tuesday, December 8, 2020 Hamilton’s goal to prohibit existing cannabis grow operations from also having retail outlets on their properties in rural areas is expected to be prevented by provincial rules. But the weight of the province’s rules didn’t prevent Ancaster Coun. Lloyd Ferguson and other councillors from agreeing to prohibit… Read More
What is the status of the extension of Clappison Avenue?
The bridge and section of roadway connecting Clappison Avenue from Boston Pizza to the new Stryker building is complete — but has not yet been opened to traffic. JUST THE FACTS Ward 15 Coun. Judi Partridge said while the bridge and paving is complete, the oft-delayed project has now been slowed due to land registration… Read More
‘A museum is my dream’; What would it take to bring a permanent museum to Waterdown?
Mac Christie Flamborough Review Friday, November 20, 2020 Waterdown’s Garth Wetherall is launching a crusade to bring a permanent museum to the community. Wetherall, a Waterdown native whose family has been in the area since 1851, is a retired Canada Post employee and former Canadian reservist. He said he thinks the time is ripe for… Read More
Last standing Sanatorium building to receive heritage protection
News Teviah Moro Hamilton Spectator Tuesday, November 17, 2020 The last remaining building of the Mountain Sanatorium and the Cross of Lorraine are to receive heritage protection. But the status of landscape features of heritage interest, including a pedestrian bridge, concrete stairs and “curvilinear” streets of the brow lands eyed for a new subdivision, will… Read More
Flamborough Review Column by Councillor Judi Partridge: Tune in to virtual Annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Nov. 28
As we welcome the start of the Christmas season, we look forward to all it brings. Even though this year is very different, I invite everyone to tune in online at waterdownbia.ca for the virtual Annual Holiday Tree Lighting livestream on Saturday, Nov. 28. The livestream will feature special guests, music, magic, dancing and a… Read More
‘An absolute nightmare’; Waterfall visitors cause parking madness – this time in Waterdown
Mac Christie Flamborough ReviewFriday, November 13, 2020 The online reservation system to limit visitors to the Spencer Gorge – and try to prevent traffic and parking madness in Greensville – may have simply shifted the problem to a different community. Ward 15 Coun. Judi Partridge told council Oct.28 that an influx of visitors to Grindstone… Read More
What’s Going on Here? First Street pumping station upgrades
Mac Christie Flamborough Review Friday, November 13, 2020 Work is underway on upgrades at the First Street wastewater pumping station at 372 Dundas St. E. in Waterdown. JUST THE FACTS The upgrades to the pumping station are to support new development in the area, said City of Hamilton spokesperson Jasmine Graham. Ward 15 Coun. Judi… Read More
Hamilton councillors seeking ‘balance’ between spending and tax relief in 2021 budget
Kevin Werner Stoney Creek News Thursday, November 12, 2020 Hamilton councillors have set the stage for what could be a contentious 2021 budget debate that will pit advocates for additional spending against those who want tax relief for cash-strapped residents. Councillors agreed in a 10-4 vote at their Nov. 11 council meeting to establish a… Read More
Judi Partridge says “Check with the owners before removing LaSalle plaque”
The Bay Observer There is some additional pushback on plans to remove a 97 year-old plaque City commemorating Sieur de la Salle’s discovery of the head-of-the-lake. Burlington staff have decided that a nearly century old plaque in LaSalle Park should be removed, in part, because it has offended a member of the public. The plaque… Read More