News Releases

Statement from the City of Hamilton regarding IT employee matter

August 16 2019

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton and Marc Lemire have mutually agreed to end Mr. Lemire’s employment. This decision follows two investigations into Mr. Lemire’s workplace activities. Following these investigations, the City made a decision that Mr. Lemire’s off-duty activities and associations did not reflect the culture, values and beliefs of the City. There was however no evidence that Mr. Lemire inappropriately accessed, utilized or gathered any data, including City emails or private information, or that he inappropriately used any City equipment.
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Operator Maurice Powell celebrates 50 years with HSR!

August 16 2019

HAMILTON, ON – Monday August 19th, 2019 marks a significant day for Transit. 50 years ago, Operator Maurice Powell joined the HSR - making him the first transit operator, and only second employee in the history of the City of Hamilton to reach this milestone! Joined by staff, family and friends, Hamilton City Council recognized Maurice at the start of their Council meeting this morning.
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Lane restrictions on Jerseyville Rd beginning Monday

August 16 2019

HAMILTON, ON – To safely complete road resurfacing, the City of Hamilton will reduce Jerseyville Rd to one lane between Highway 52 and Ronald Rd beginning Monday, August 19 for approximately 3 weeks. During construction, traffic in both east and west directions will be flagged through the work zone. The lane restriction will begin on Monday, August 19 and is expected to wrap up on September 9, 2019, weather permitting.
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Weekend closures on the LINC later this summer

August 14 2019

HAMILTON, ON – In order to complete maintenance on the Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway (LINC), the City of Hamilton will be conducting two maintenance weekends in late August/early September 2019. The LINC will be closed, one side at a time, for a whole weekend on each side. The road will be closed for one weekend in the westbound direction in late August, and one weekend in the eastbound direction in early September.
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Overhead sign structure repairs & inspections

August 12 2019

HAMILTON, ON – Last month, the City of Hamilton closed the Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway (LINC) for five nights to complete repairs to the overhead sign support structures. This work stemmed from inspections that were completed by external consultants in 2012 and 2017. In early July 2019, new leadership in Public Works learned of the inspection reports and identified that not all of the recommendations in them had been addressed.
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Concession 6 E and Centre Rd closed for drainage improvements beginning next week

August 9 2019

HAMILTON, ON – In order to accommodate culvert installations along Centre Rd and Concession 6 E, Concession 6 E and Centre Road will be closed as part of a multi-phase project beginning Monday. Concession 6 E between Garden Lane and Centre Rd will be closed for approximately one week, beginning on Monday, August 12. On Monday, August 19, Centre Rd between Concession 6 and Concession 7 E will close for one week. The entire project is expected to be complete by August 28, weather permitting.
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Road closure of First Road West between John Murray Street and Mud Street West

August 7 2019

HAMILTON, ON – To safely complete underground infrastructure installation, traffic signals installation and road works, the City of Hamilton will close all lanes of First Road West between John Murray Street and Mud Street West beginning August 12, 2019 for approximately 12 weeks. One lane of traffic in each direction will remain open on Mud Street at the First Road West intersection, for a duration of this project. Turning movements will be restricted for east / westbound traffic on Mud Street West at the intersection.
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Temporary closure on Mary Street North Pedestrian Bridge

August 2 2019

HAMILTON, ON – On Tuesday, August 6, the City of Hamilton will temporarily close the pedestrian bridge connecting Mary Street North to Strachan Street East for approximately three weeks in order to complete deck surface repairs. There will be no through access on the pedestrian bridge during this time. Pedestrians are advised to use the Ferguson Avenue North overpass as an alternative route. The bridge is expected to reopen after three weeks, weather permitting.
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Call for artists: Waterdown Memorial Park Public Art Project

August 2 2019

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton is seeking artists and artist-led teams to submit proposals for a permanent Public Art work(s) to be sited in Waterdown Memorial Park. Artists will be asked to propose art works that reflect the Project Goal: “That the proposed Public Art work(s) enhance and reflect the atmosphere of the park as Waterdown’s ‘Public Backyard’ through an artwork that recognizes the park as a community gathering place and responds to its’ historical and physical context in a way that is playful and interactive.”
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August 2019 Events at Hamilton Civic Museums

August 1 2019

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton is pleased to present the following events at its civic museums this August 2019.  For more information about these events and Hamilton Civic Museums, please visit: www.hamilton.ca/museums or view the event. For a comprehensive events calendar, download the City of Hamilton CityApp, for Android and iOS users, through Google Play and App Store.
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Statement by Mayor Fred Eisenberger on the passing of Kenneth Edge

July 31 2019

HAMILTON, ON - It is with sadness that we share the passing of former City of Hamilton Ward 8 Alderman, Kenneth Edge. Kenneth served as an alderman for 14 years beginning in 1970. In addition to his lengthy community service tenure, Ken was a proud entrepreneur, businessman and Bowling Hall of Fame inductee. He leaves behind his two children, Linda and Patti, along with their spouses and his six grandchildren and one great grandchild.
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Civic Holiday – Monday, August 5, 2019 What's Open and What's Closed

July 31 2019

All City of Hamilton administrative offices will be closed Monday, August 5. For emergencies involving roads, water mains, sewer systems, public health and safety issues, please call 905-546-2489 Green Cart, Recycling and Garbage Collection There will be no green cart, blue box, bulk waste, yard waste, or garbage pick-up on Monday, August 5. Your pick-up will be one day later if it falls on or after the holiday All materials must be at the curb by 7 am
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Notice to permanently close a portion of road allowance abutting 40 Maple Drive, Stoney Creek

July 30 2019

Notice is hereby given pursuant to City of Hamilton By-law 14-204 to establish procedures, including the giving of notice to the public, governing the sale of land owned by the City of Hamilton, that the Council of the City of Hamilton proposes to pass a By-law to permanently close a portion of road allowance abutting 40 Maple Drive, Stoney Creek.
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Closure on Escarpment Rail Trail beginning tomorrow

July 29 2019

HAMILTON, ON - In order to complete repairs to a damaged section of the Escarpment Rail Trail, the City of Hamilton will temporarily closure the trail between the Wentworth Stairs and the Lower Kenilworth Access beginning tomorrow. The trail will be closed from 8am on Tuesday, July 30 until approximately 3 pm on Wednesday, July 31. There will be no through access on the trail during this time. The City thanks residents for their patience and cooperation during this temporary closure.
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