The Minutes

City Clerk and Director of Legislative Services stops by to talk about some potential changes to how City Council meetings and how they are structured. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of all the other happenings at City Hall this week.

Thunder Bay City Council got a look at Phase Three of the Asset Management Plan this week. Amy Coomes, who works with the Asset Management Plan speaks with host Jeff Walters about where Thunder Bay is when it comes to dealing with assets and infrastructure. Jeff also gives a rundown of what happened at City Hall this week.

City Council approved a contract this week to build the Indoor Turf Facility. Capital Facilities Construction Manager Kelvin Jankowski will talk about the project, and when you can kick your soccer ball indoors. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Hall this week.

Victoriaville Mall will be deconstructed, or torn down this summer, and Victoria Avenue rebuilt over the coming year. We'll hear about how this major project in downtown Fort William could help grow and revive the south core with Aaron Ward, the Manager of Engineering. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Hall this week.

City Council learned about some changes to how Animal Services will now respond to calls for service in Thunder Bay. Policy and Research Analyst Kristyn Lovato-Day explains the changes. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Hall on Monday night.

Thunder Bay City Council chose a location for the Temporary Village this week. Encampment Lead Rilee Willianen stops by to talk about the Kam River Heritage Park location and why it was chosen. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Hall on Monday night.

It's almost summer in Thunder Bay, and that means it's events season! Learn about all of the upcoming 2025 events with host Jeff Walters and Special Events Developer Karen Kadolph.

There was a lot on the agenda at Thunder Bay City Council this week, with Host Jeff Walters giving a rundown on the James Whalen Tug, Council Composition decision and changes to the location of the Temporary Village. As well, Manager of Planning Services Devon McCloskey will chat about changes to delegated authority, and how it will speed up development in Thunder Bay.

A busy week at Thunder Bay City Council, including decisions on the James Whalen tug, Council Composition and the Temporary Village. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of the decisions at Council this week. As well, Manager of Planning Services Devon McCloskey stops by to talk about what delegated authority means, and how it will speed up development in Thunder Bay.

City Council made a decision on the location for the temporary village this week. Encampment lead Rilee Willianen will tell us about the location and when it will be up and running. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of the many items at Council this week, including the James Whalen tugboat and a recommendation from the Council Composition Review Committee.

Superior North EMS continues to work on its Master Plan, including changes to EMS stations in the District, and expanding Community Paramedicine in Thunder Bay. Chief Paramedic Shane Muir will give an update. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at Council on Monday night.

Thunder Bay met all of its targets for year one of the Housing Accelerator Fund. We'll hear what that means going forward from Project Manager Summer Stevenson. Host Jeff Walters has a recap of what happened at City Hall on Monday night.

Thunder Bay City Council could operate with a new model in the near future. The Clerk's Office wants to hear what the public thinks of a new governance model. City Clerk and Director of Legislative Services, Krista Power stops by The Minutes studio to talk about governance. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at this week's City Council meeting.

This fall, some homes across Thunder Bay will get a new garbage bin, as the City rolls out its auto-cart program. Later on, the new organics recycling program will also kick off. Solid Waste and Recycling Services Manager Jason Sherband brings us an update on these two programs. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Hall on Monday night.

Joel DePeuter, Director of Development Services stops by The Minutes studio to talk about the new One-Stop Development Shop, and how it will make it easier to build and develop in Thunder Bay. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council on Monday night.

City Council ratified the 2025 Operating Budget on Monday night. City Treasurer and Commissioner of Corporate Services Keri Greaves will talk about the 2025 budget, while host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what else happened at City Hall on Monday night.

City Manager John Collin speaks with host Jeff Walters about the proposed 2025 Operating Budget. Council will deliberate the budget, with ratification slated for February 10,

The Boulevard Garden and Maintenance By-law was presented to council for a third time, after incorporating feedback from Council in December. Climate Action Specialist Danielle Thom explains what is different in this version. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council this week.

We start the New Year with an update on the Community, Youth and Cultural Funding program for 2025 with Callie Hemsworth. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at Thunder Bay City Council on Monday night.