The water is safe to drink

Council took some steps toward funding a comprehensive BRT and pedestrian realm project along Whyte Ave, but we also learned that the city will continue to make some piecemeal changes this year. Plus, The Quarters CRL isn't doing so well, and the city wants you to build the budget. (00:00) - Introduction (01:31) - Ad: GoodMorning (02:12) - Whyte Avenue transit priority measures (22:08) - 101 Street bus priority lanes (27:32) - Army & Navy building (29:56) - The Quarters CRL (38:48) - Budget engagement (40:37) - Close Here are the relevant links for this episode: Water update Spring runoff causing funky water with strong chlorine smell in Edmonton Whyte Avenue transit priority measures Transit Priority Measures on Whyte Avenue FAQ Edmontonians flag safety, parking concerns as city mulls transit priority measures, bus rapid transit November 2025: Road Safety Looms Large Over Edmonton 101 Street bus priority lanes A tale of two streets: Businesses either support or scorn public transit push Army & Navy building July 2025: 'We're getting everything ready': How the Army and Navy building is preparing to re-open The Quarters CRL 2026 Community Revitalization Levy Update Edmonton's investment in Quarters leaves city $64 million in debt Budget engagement Your turn: Budget consultations and Acheson changes 2027-2030 Budget Engagement | Engaged Edmonton Edmonton's 2027-2030 Budget Budget Engagement Survey - March 2026 Become a member Individual Membership Join using promo code SURVEY10 by March 31! This episode is brought to you by GoodMorning , one of Canada's largest mattress retailers, founded right here in Edmonton. GoodMorning's first-ever flagship retail store is now open at 144 Mayfield Common NW. It's the best place to see, touch, and test the full collection of award-winning Canadian mattresses. Enjoy a relaxed, no-pressure way to find your next great night's sleep. Learn more Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton , the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region. Sign up to get The Pulse , our weekday news briefing. It's free! Want to reach the smartest, most-engaged people in the Edmonton region? Learn more about advertising with Taproot Edmonton! ★ Support this podcast ★

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The water is safe to drink is an episode from Speaking Municipally by Mack Male.

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This episode was published on Mar 27, 2026.

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