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Response to complaint filed with Ombudsman: “baseless & without merit”

Response to complaint filed with Ombudsman: “baseless & without merit”

  1. John Morden: Is there any plan for development of this property? I support retaining public ownership of this land, but would like…

  2. John: Marianne: As you know we don't always agree on the issues however, on this you are the only one to…

  3. Joan Turbitt: As a resident of Martha St. in Ward 2 I am opposed to the 28 story bldg at the corner…

  4. Joan Turbitt: To continue the previous comment, It is supposed to be in the Official Plan the zoning for height density which…

VIDEO: Our waterfront defines Burlington – but we’ve lost ground on access & protection

VIDEO: Our waterfront defines Burlington – but we’ve lost ground on access & protection

Sale of New Street homes alarms residents

Sale of New Street homes alarms residents

  1. John Morden: Unregulated real estate speculation is fuelling our inflated home prices, making traditional neighbourhoods unaffordable for the seniors who built them…

  2. Steve: When the Maranantha 6 story condo was proposed on New St at Pine Cove, most residents thought there was no…

  3. Shelley Brooke: I am alarmed but not surprised by this latest development. I contacted Marianne when I first noticed the "lot for…

  4. Sue: I am a very concerned SENECA AVE. home owner who opposes any zoning changes to our neighborhood. We bought our…

VIDEO: Making huge progress on heritage

VIDEO: Making huge progress on heritage

VIDEO: Respecting neighbourhood character: a lesson from the Ghent Development

VIDEO: Respecting neighbourhood character: a lesson from the Ghent Development

Public meeting on 4-unit development at 2267 Lakeshore Sept. 29

Public meeting on 4-unit development at 2267 Lakeshore Sept. 29

  1. John Morden: Who determines and who drives the official plan/official dream? Clearly not the citizens! Every time our elected representatives cave in…

  2. Bob Marson: anything that will preserve the Lakeshore and this neighbourhood should come first. Tired of outsiders determining what goes in this…

  3. Chris Ariens: This development will not impact current residents, is far more appealing than the alternative - letting it go to rot…

  4. Ricki Andersen: Marianne - Completly and solidly with your take on this - what we don't need is the "Highrise Hell" that…

28-storey building proposed for Martha/Lakeshore

28-storey building proposed for Martha/Lakeshore

  1. Steve: Is there really any chance this will get approved? I'm sure most people are thinking there is no way it…

  2. Elaine: It's getting ridiculous down there. Traffic along lakeshore is already congested, and downtown is in danger of becoming a wall…

  3. Steven Brown: In addition to the issue of height is the issue of architectural quality. Based on the artist’s rendering being shown,…

  4. Megan: I cannot even fathom why this is even been allowed for debate. 28 stories on that site is absolutely ridiculous.…

  5. Tony: Will this get approved? Unfortunately and eventually yes. I just don't see how traffic calming initiatives with urban intensification makes…

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VIDEO: Son of Peach – Burlington

VIDEO: Son of Peach – Burlington

VIDEO: Brant Street Butcher

VIDEO: Brant Street Butcher

VIDEO: Entrepreneurs and Startups in Downtown Burlington – Interview with Shaun Pennell

VIDEO: Entrepreneurs and Startups in Downtown Burlington – Interview with Shaun Pennell

City reissues business licence to Melodia; allows music on the patio

City reissues business licence to Melodia; allows music on the patio

  1. John Morden: Thanks Marianne, We have enjoyed peaceful evenings for the first time in years. It seems that all outdoor "music" has…

  2. Penny Hersh: I do not support this decision -in my mind it is a step backwards . I lived in a condo…

  3. Chuck: Very effective at being ineffective. As long as the outdoor patio is licensed to serve alcohol, nearby residents are protected…

Freeman Station Restoration Begins

Freeman Station Restoration Begins

  1. Bruce Bond: Marianne thank you for taking on this project and getting it completed with very little tax dollars involved. The previous…

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