Everything you need to know about Halifax council’s Dec 10 meeting
spending on road repairs. So, from a pure dollars and cents perspective, it’s clear why the city is prioritizing road maintenance over new bike lanes and sidewalk renewals.
But Purdy’s point was missed by Anguish and the rest of council. The real question is not about the dollar amount spent, but rather about the city’s priorities. Are we prioritizing sustainable transportation options like biking and walking, or are we continuing to prioritize car-centric infrastructure that contributes to climate change and urban sprawl? This is a question that council will need to grapple with in the coming months as they finalize the budget for the next fiscal year.
In the end, the advance tenders motion passed, meaning that the city will move forward with the projects outlined in the capital budget, including the Lockview field and the transportation infrastructure projects. These decisions will have long-lasting impacts on our city’s infrastructure and services, so it’s important for residents to stay engaged and informed throughout the budget process.
As we move forward into budget season, it’s clear that there are many important decisions to be made that will shape the future of our city. From funding sports fields to prioritizing sustainable transportation options, council will need to carefully consider the implications of their budget decisions on the community as a whole. It’s an exciting time for City Hall, and we can’t wait to see how it all unfolds in the coming months.
