The reconstituted Historic Queen East Business Improvement Area (BIA) held its first annual general meeting (AGM) with business owners and commercial property owners between Victoria Street to River Street on December 4, 2024. While the BIA was unable to pass a budget, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our volunteer-based board of management. Their tireless efforts in organizing this event and articulating their visions at the AGM were instrumental in recruiting new board members for its 2025 strategic plans.
As your local Councillor, it's important to me that that our parks, playgrounds, and public spaces remain safe and accessible for everyone, especially our children. At the same time, we must approach the issue of encampments with compassion and a focus on long-term solutions. Recent discussions at City Council have highlighted the challenges we face in balancing these priorities. In this update, I’ll share the latest developments, the steps we’re taking to address encampments near sensitive areas, and how we can work together to create a safer, more inclusive city.
