If you are feeling lost in the maze of Winnipeg politics, you're not alone. Many people don’t understand how municipal decisions impact their daily lives. But do not panic! The Ballot Babes are here! Our goal is to discuss the pressing political issues in Winnipeg leading up to the election on October 28th. This podcast will equip you with practical knowledge and a deeper understanding of the decisions shaping your community.

In this episode we take calls from listeners regarding Winnipeg Transit and we dive deep into the latest Executive Policy Committee meeting, focusing on issues of safe speeds and the bike lane project on Wellington Crescent. If you didn’t have a chance to watch the latest meeting, we have digested and collected THE BEST “little videos” to help you understand:

1. An amazing delegation from University of Manitoba’s Professor Richard Milgrom explaining why a pilot project is the best form of public engagement;
2. Councillor Evan Duncan’s AMAZEMENT and condescension at a delegate’s preference to have the pilot project completed and give away 5.5 million to other, more pressing needs.
3. How the mayor, Scott Gillingham feels about senior citizens who want to use active transportation;
4. What Councillor Jeff Browaty thinks about slowing down the speed limit in residential streets;

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Full Executive Policy Committee Meeting

https://youtu.be/_GoMvb7Zfug?si=JANUdFFZX8dII6Z1

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Local Politics

01:22 Reviewing City Hall's Recent Events

04:49 Feedback on Winnipeg Transit

09:26 Budget Priorities and Police Spending

10:27 City Hall's Executive Policy Committee Meeting

18:54 Community Engagement and Delegations

26:38 Expert Opinions on Infrastructure

28:17 Mayor's Comments on Seniors and Infrastructure

33:37 Speed Limit Discussions and Community Safety

41:42 Community Meetings and Civic Engagement

48:51 BallotBabes_Animation.mp4

48:55 NEWCHAPTER

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