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Taproot Edmonton presents a weekly discussion on key stories in municipal politics. We pay attention to City Council so you don't have to! Join us as we delve into conversations about the co...
This week, we learned that city council is sunsetting seven boards that offered expert insight on women's issues, racism, climate, and more....
Edmonton city council has approved the sale of surplus land for affordable housing, to some opposition. Plus, the Downtown Revitalization Co...
This week, potential changes to the zoning bylaw that would reduce the maximum height in the RS zone disappointed everyone. Plus, we talk ab...
We spoke with the Edmonton Riverhawks about the proposed River Crossing plan that could turn the RE/MAX Field parking lot into housing. Plus...
Council took some steps toward funding a comprehensive BRT and pedestrian realm project along Whyte Ave, but we also learned that the city w...
Andrea Donini of the Old Strathcona Business Association joins us for a discussion about Prioritize Whyte Ave, a coalition that wants to see...
Council debated changes to the single-use item bylaw, especially related to drive-thrus. Plus, we discuss a funding cut for Boyle Street, re...
Progress is being made in Chinatown, but several challenges remain, including some long-standing issues like the 97 Street bridge. Plus, the...
The City of Edmonton has announced funding for parts of the Downtown Action Plan. Plus, we discuss changes to the upcoming construction seas...
Council has approved selling land to an affordable housing provider, despite community pushback. Plus, some restaurant owners will have to p...
Troy returns to the podcast to talk about infill and zoning. Plus, we get his take on Happy Beer Street, and we look at an interim election...
We look at a proposal for that beloved downtown pit, also known as the former BMO site. Plus, provincial workers are back in office full-tim...
Edmonton city council examined the 10-year financial outlook for the city this week. Spoiler alert: we have no money! Plus, we look at chang...
This week, members of Edmonton city council called for more civility and respect after reports of threats and harassment directed at snow-cl...
This week, we are still discussing snow clearing, or the lack thereof, although Mother Nature is helping. Plus, we examine an investigation...
Happy New Year! Edmonton continues to deal with the fallout from all the recent snowfall. Plus, we look at some statistics showing what type...
We spoke to Mayor Andrew Knack about our growing city, and our shrinking regional economic development organization. Plus, council held a pu...
You can now tap your credit card, debit card, or digital wallet to ride transit. Additionally, we'll discuss updates to the capital and oper...
The tax increase for 2026 is set at 6.9%. We examine the 2026 budget deliberations and Edmonton's growth pressures, noting what council deci...
This week, council got to ask questions about the proposed fall budget adjustment. Plus, we learn more about the city's plan to enforce spee...
Council held its first public hearing since the election, and infill was front and centre. Plus, we talk about Vision Zero, P3 projects, and...
Troy is back! For a chat. We talk about the election and his plans. Plus, we check in on Better Edmonton, the downtown park, and the bike la...
We sit down with Edmonton's new mayor, Andrew Knack, to talk about optimism, regional collaboration, video game marathons, and much more. He...
This week, we take you inside city hall for the swearing-in ceremony and inaugural city council meeting of the 2025-2029 term. Plus, we look...
We take an initial look at Edmonton's new city council, which looks eerily similar to the old one. Plus, we discuss delayed results, missing...
We reflect on the biggest issues the 2025 campaign. Plus, we cover advance voting turnout and some last little bits of election analysis. He...
We dive into how much money candidates have raised and been forced to declare. Plus, we paid a visit to the mayor's office for an exit inter...
This week, we're excited for the new Warehouse Park, and scared about the impact of the postal strike on the election. Plus, we bring you th...
We dive into the candidate responses to Taproot's election survey, which are now available at taproot.vote. Plus, we discuss the new police...
Enjoy this episode of The Well Endowed Podcast from our friends at Edmonton Community Foundation . The Well Endowed Podcast shares the stori...
We dive into all the last-minute motions that council squeezed in during its final week of meetings this term. Plus, we talk about construct...
Executive committee has approved the sale of land to build supportive housing, but not everyone is happy about it. Plus, urban planning comm...
This week, we talk about infrastructure, incumbency, and infill developments. Plus, a promised update on spray parks, and we talk about wher...
City council has approved the contentious master agreement to build a new event park at ICE District. Plus, even though it's hot outside, we...
Council decided to keep meeting times as is, but it recommends a shorter summer vacation for future councils. Plus, there was heated discuss...
This week, we drive into the wonderful world of transit memes aboard route #4. Plus, the push to close 76 Avenue to cars, the latest efforts...
Edmonton is building fewer parking spaces than housing units, St. Albert is trying to grow its downtown population, Hawrelak Park could open...
Taproot co-founder Karen Unland returns to the show to talk about how we are approaching the 2025 municipal election and the impact we hope...
We're back with a discussion about changes we are making for election season. Namely, Troy will take a hiatus from the show. We discuss why...
Council is about to start its summer break, but not before making a bunch of decisions that could shape the future of Edmonton. Infill and t...
We discuss the proposed moratorium on infill development, the extension of the Downtown Community Revitalization Levy, and the return of for...
Council is looking to reduce the maximum number of midblock infill units to six per lot from eight. Plus, entertainment districts are exempt...
We talk with Edmonton Unlimited CEO Tom Viinikka about his first year in the role, measuring the city's innovation sector, what separates en...
We discuss the potential removal of a community-built bridge in Jackie Parker Park, the launch of the Better Edmonton party, the Capital Lin...
Council decided against selling the naming rights for recreation centres and other facilities, at least on the outside. The Edmonton Elks is...
Andrew Knack has announced he's running for mayor. We speak with him about his decision to enter the race now, his vision for the city, and...
We examine the new Downtown Action Plan, which was presented to the Urban Planning Committee this week. Additionally, administration seeks p...
We dive into the "start" of construction season, and the latest state of the city event. We also touch on traffic management in Belgravia, a...
We look at what the federal election results mean for Edmonton, including the return of Mayor Amarjeet Sohi to city council. We also discuss...
City council has approved the final property tax increase for 2025, and it's lower than expected … except maybe not? Plus, the City started...