Taproot Edmonton presents a weekly discussion on key stories in municipal politics. We pay attention to Edmonton city council so you don't have to!

Hosted by Mack Male and Stephanie Swensrude.

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Swing for the fences

We spoke with the Edmonton Riverhawks about the proposed River Crossing plan that could turn the RE/MAX Field parking lot into housing. Plus, derelict property owners ...

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 p...

Is Whyte Ave chopped and unc?

Andrea Donini of the Old Strathcona Business Association joins us for a discussion about Prioritize Whyte Ave, a coalition that wants to see more investment in Whyte A...

Would you like to purchase a bag for 25 cents?

Council debated changes to the single-use item bylaw, especially related to drive-thrus. Plus, we discuss a funding cut for Boyle Street, reaction to the police chief'...

Chinatown, downtown, and priorities around town

Progress is being made in Chinatown, but several challenges remain, including some long-standing issues like the 97 Street bridge. Plus, there's a new downtown housing...

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