Listen "Excuse me while I fennel my ward money into an MBA"
Episode Synopsis
Here are the relevant links for this episode:The WedgeNew mixed-use residential tower looking to make a 'Wedge' on Jasper AvenueNorthlands ColiseumNorthlands neighbours anxious for Coliseum redevelopment to move forwardEEDC AuditCouncillors pass motion to prioritize EEDC audit in 2019 after phishing scamJon DziadykEdmonton councillor backs down from using $44K in taxpayers' money for MBA degreeJonDziadyk.com: What Do These Have in Common: My Council Role, Corporate Culture, and an Executive MBA?Jon Dziadyk's tweet2018 Councillors' Ward ExpensesCity Hall UpgradesCouncillors choose simple glass door over costly office upgrades at Edmonton City HallTransEd closing 95 AvenueResidents don't like TransEd proposal to close 95 Avenue and speed LRT constructionOpening LRT Stations in the coldCouncillor wants Edmonton LRT stations open 24 hours during extreme coldSpeaking Municipally is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB. This week we highlighted the Let's Do Coffee podcast produced by the Mawji Centre for New Venture and Student Entrepreneurship at NAIT. Every episode features an interview with a student entrepreneur or NAIT alumnus. We also talked about fellow APN member PopCycle. Hosts Christian Zyp and Eric Newby dissect pop culture's connective tissues. Check it out!Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a home for curiosity-driven stories about our city, cultivated by the community. In addition to this podcast, Taproot publishes the Council Roundup every week. Sign up to get it delivered by email for free.
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