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Episode Synopsis
We take an initial look at Edmonton's new city council, which looks eerily similar to the old one. Plus, we discuss delayed results, missing ballots, and monumental recounts. Here are the relevant links for this episode:Election resultsUnofficial resultsAndrew Knack: 'Edmonton chose independent leadership'Edmonton mayor-elect Knack's priorities include safety, affordabilityEdmonton votes 2025: School board trusteesEdmonton region votes 2025: Six new mayors, dozens of new councillorsNew councillorsJon MorganReed ClarkeMichael ElliottThu ParmarCracks appear in Cartmell's Better Edmonton coalitionIncumbentsMost Edmonton city councillors to serve another term, election results suggestJudicial review for Edmonton city councillor Jennifer Rice set for after next civic electionCounting processNews Release: Summary of facts that show how the process was verified and soundEdmonton Elections blames labour shortage, technology issues in voting and counting delayWard councillor race flips after Edmonton Elections recountFrom 6 to 600 ballots: What went wrong with the count in sipiwiyiniwak?Slow results and long lines in 2025 Edmonton electionTaproot SurveyTaproot SurveyVoter response statisticsSpeaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free!Want to reach the smartest, most-engaged people in the Edmonton region? Learn more about advertising with Taproot Edmonton!
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