JaayJR
New Member
Hamilton announced she is not seeking re-election. She hinted running provincially isn't off the table. Glad to see her on the way out.
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policyenthusiast
Active Member
Likewise. Sohi, Cartmell and Caterina are not ideal candidates.
I just dread what the new council will look like (even one PACE member is far too many)
David A
Senior Member
That's probably a smart move, I feel the upcoming municipal election will be a harsh one for a lot of incumbents.
bodsbods9090
Senior Member
Is she taking Jennifer Rice with her too? Please...
policyenthusiast
Active Member
Councillor Rice hasn't announced an intention to run. She wouldn't win anyway, the "administrative staff abuse" and related claims have followed her entire tenure.
Ipiihkoohkanipiaohtsi is also one of the only wards with decent competition.
bodsbods9090
Senior Member
kcantor
Senior Member
From Andrew Knack’s Facebook page (it’s worth a full read):
“Thank You Sarah!
I have been fortunate to work with Sarah Hamilton for the past almost 8 years. Sarah and I have very different styles and yet, I have loved the opportunity to learn from her in my time on Council. Where I speak and ask questions on a lot of topics (so many topics), Sarah is one of those people who already has a deep understanding of the issues and then speaks up when she knows her voice will have the greatest impact.
When she speaks up, she has something very important to contribute to the discussion. There are many examples over the last 8 years where when she spoke up, it transformed how the conversation went forward.
There is no other person nerdier when it comes to governance. Yes, that's absolutely a compliment. I know to most people this might sound boring but effective meetings require excellent governance and Sarah showed us over and over again that she knows meeting procedures better than anyone else.
And for those of us in the west end, and even those across the city, she was instrumental in advancing some of the most important municipal infrastructure projects in Edmonton. We worked closely together to get support for the Lewis Farms Recreation Centre and Library as well as the Valley Line West LRT. These projects will be transformative for Edmontonians and I know they wouldn't be happening if we didn't get to work together on these projects.
Leaving a public service role you are passionate about is never easy. Believe me, I have pretty much teared up every day since announcing I wouldn't be running again (I'm even doing it now as I write this post about her). Even if you think it's the right time, the opportunity to serve others is one of the most incredible feelings in the world. I know this isn't an easy day for Sarah but I want to make sure she knows how much I appreciate having had the opportunity to work with her.
Thank you Sarah. It's been such a great experience working with you over these last 8 years and I can't wait to see what is next for you. Enjoy the next step in your journey and please keep me updated about the deep lore of the world of Cars (in case you didn't know, now you know that Sarah is also an expert on the world of Cars - yes, the Pixar series Cars).”
Sarah and Andrew were two of our hardest working and most informed councillors and our next council will miss their fair-minded and respectful approach.
“Thank You Sarah!
I have been fortunate to work with Sarah Hamilton for the past almost 8 years. Sarah and I have very different styles and yet, I have loved the opportunity to learn from her in my time on Council. Where I speak and ask questions on a lot of topics (so many topics), Sarah is one of those people who already has a deep understanding of the issues and then speaks up when she knows her voice will have the greatest impact.
When she speaks up, she has something very important to contribute to the discussion. There are many examples over the last 8 years where when she spoke up, it transformed how the conversation went forward.
There is no other person nerdier when it comes to governance. Yes, that's absolutely a compliment. I know to most people this might sound boring but effective meetings require excellent governance and Sarah showed us over and over again that she knows meeting procedures better than anyone else.
And for those of us in the west end, and even those across the city, she was instrumental in advancing some of the most important municipal infrastructure projects in Edmonton. We worked closely together to get support for the Lewis Farms Recreation Centre and Library as well as the Valley Line West LRT. These projects will be transformative for Edmontonians and I know they wouldn't be happening if we didn't get to work together on these projects.
Leaving a public service role you are passionate about is never easy. Believe me, I have pretty much teared up every day since announcing I wouldn't be running again (I'm even doing it now as I write this post about her). Even if you think it's the right time, the opportunity to serve others is one of the most incredible feelings in the world. I know this isn't an easy day for Sarah but I want to make sure she knows how much I appreciate having had the opportunity to work with her.
Thank you Sarah. It's been such a great experience working with you over these last 8 years and I can't wait to see what is next for you. Enjoy the next step in your journey and please keep me updated about the deep lore of the world of Cars (in case you didn't know, now you know that Sarah is also an expert on the world of Cars - yes, the Pixar series Cars).”
Sarah and Andrew were two of our hardest working and most informed councillors and our next council will miss their fair-minded and respectful approach.
Gus Haynes
Active Member
She's been rumored to be interested in a UCP nomination, and notably missed council business to attend a UCP fundraiser on at least one occasion. I wouldn't be surprised to see her circle the waters after the electoral boundaries are redrawn in advance of the next election.
David A
Senior Member
The next provincial election is a while away still, so a lot could happen before then, but the UCP would probably be eager to try get a high profile candidate with previous experience getting elected here.
constance_chlore
Active Member
If Troy Pavlek's latest roundup is to be believed, Anand Pye has declined to join Tim Cartmell's party: https://troypavlek.ca/posts/nicky-gocuan-photographs-himself-in-a-doge-shirt-sarah-hamilton-retires
policyenthusiast
Active Member
Good on him. The "party" system is a joke.
Gronk!
Senior Member
If this is true then the obvious question is who will replace him as Mayor?
Kosy123
Senior Member
Edmonton fends off massive municipal deficit for 2024
The City of Edmonton has fended off a massive deficit and ended the fiscal year with a much smaller -$700,000 balance.
edmontonjournal.com
A projected deficit of $73.8 million to $700,000 lol wtf
policyenthusiast
Active Member
They collected the coins from around the WEM ship. Crisis averted.Edmonton fends off massive municipal deficit for 2024
The City of Edmonton has fended off a massive deficit and ended the fiscal year with a much smaller -$700,000 balance.
A projected deficit of $73.8 million to $700,000 lol wtf
David A
Senior Member
Most believe the Federal campaign will be short, around 30 days or so. So he could probably just take a short term leave for now.
Of course, if he wins Federally then replacement would become an issue. There are two Councilors who have served for while who already announced they are not running again, one of them could be an option then.