David Barker made these traffic-easing suggestions during the Traffic Forum held by Councillors Lisa Kearns and Paul Sharman on April 1st. At the recent Traffic Forum, I suggested these four traffic-easing actions be implemented. There is absolutely no reason why the first three should not be implemented without delay. There is minimal cost involved. Two … Continue reading Opinion – Traffic Forum – Traffic Easing Suggestions
Opinion: Attend the March 2nd Council Meeting
Elimination Of Development Charges To Be Voted On At The March 2nd Council Meeting PLEASE BE THERE ! There has been much publicity and comment about the ongoing debate at City Hall as to whether or not the City of Burlington should allow property developers a holiday from paying development charges. It is being proposed by … Continue reading Opinion: Attend the March 2nd Council Meeting
Opinion-David Barker’s Delegation to Council February 17th, 2026
David Barker spoke to council on February 17th, 2026, regarding the mayor's proposal to eliminate development charges in Burlington. There is a short survey gathering public input on this issue at the bottom of this post. This is what David said: I am amazed and extremely disappointed that City Council is willing to in effect … Continue reading Opinion-David Barker’s Delegation to Council February 17th, 2026