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413 Reasons Why: A Vision For Vibrant Cities In A Post Commuter World – The 905er Podcast
Joel and Roland talk share their admiration for the Community Climate Council's webinar on Highway 413, get all misty eyed about the idea of after-work drinks in a pedestrian-friendly downtown, and then discuss a rare win for the City of Burlington at LPAT – why it was a win, and whether it will stay a win. Spoiler alert – probably not.
Finally they discuss Halton Region's unanimous request to the Province and whether, for once, the Region is actually making a fair point.
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Yesterday, I wrote about how we’re faced with stupid people exacerbating the spike in new cases.
This morning the CBC is reporting that we could reach a daily average of 1,000 new cases a day by October. That is if our current trends continue. If we’re going to get a handle on this number, then we need to implement measures to restrict the spread of the virus.
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Remember this story of Marbl Restaurant in Toronto from the summer:
Well it turns out they, along with two other restaurants in Toronto didn’t learn their lessons. They have been ordered to close by the public health officer in Toronto.
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I wrote previously about why the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsberg was important to the future of America.
Now is a good time to plan for the future
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