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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 4h

I had the pleasure of attending the launch of this Transit Code Accessibility campaign last week at Progress Place. I hope you enjoy the 5 videos as much as I did! PS Accessibility Town Hall tonight at the Central Library 5:30-8 pm

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Halifax Transit has launched its Transit Code Accessibility campaign as part of its ongoing work to support the Transit Code, a guide to passenger conduct and policies that promotes a safe, courteous and respectful transit environment. Learn more: buff.ly/BqKGNYb

A young man in a wheelchair is on the Access-A-Bus lift with a bus operator, an older man in a transit uniform. Both men are smiling.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

The Voluntary Vulnerable Persons Registry (VVPR) helps emergency responders identify and assist residents with mobility challenges, medical conditions or disabilities during a crisis. Be prepared this hurricane season – if you or a loved one would benefit from the VVPR, learn more at halifax.ca/VVPR

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

So, it’s all under the MVA for police to enforce, because the noise bylaw is about neighborly relations. If your neighbour has a modified muffler that bothers you, you can 311 that under the noise bylaw. I haven’t heard if new TSAct will address modifications or not.

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Helpful, thx. Will raise at monthly bylaw chat with staff.

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

See 10.1. I’ve got a question into Public Safety about follow up. Also agree we need anti-idling rules & better emissions standards (not sure how to get there). I avoid being behind diesel tourist vehicles when I can. Thx for reporting to HRP to see if helpful. laurawhite.ca/19-24-june-2...

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19 & 24 June 2025 HRM Council Meetings: Regional Plan, Bike Lanes, Heavy Vehicles, Vehicle Noise - Laura White, Councillor for District 7

Hello Residents of District 7,

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Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Paris has been praised in recent years for their visionary, progressive city-building, but they don’t get enough credit for just being really pragmatic! Everything they’ve been doing is common sense. They’re moving a lot more people with less space while cleaning the air and cooling the city.

People riding bikes in a full separated bike-lane in Central Paris.

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Suzanne Rent @suzannerent.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

In today's Morning File, a story by Jennifer Henderson on Nova Scotia students' test scores. Plus, some of what happened at Halifax regional council Tuesday. I wrote about getting more vehicles off our streets. www.halifaxexaminer.ca/morning-file...

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Clogging the arteries of our communities with more and bigger vehicles is a serious and fatal error - Halifax Examiner

"Something that is not a car has to be an option."

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Fire Prevention Week runs from Oct. 4 to 10. This year’s theme is “Charge Into Fire Safety – Safe Charging is a Superpower,” focusing on everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and keep homes and communities safer. Details: buff.ly/yrQKbqe

Lithium-ion battery safety: three friendly cartoon batteries promote "Buy smart," "Charge safe," and "Recycle right" for Fire Prevention Week (Oct 4–10), with the Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency badge at the top.

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Centre plan zone map shows ER-2 on Young Ave, and ER-3 on MacLean. I understand it has been vacant 10+ years, and I don’t know the history of development attempts or not. Anyhow, the zoning is the same all along there. We have lots of ER-2 & ER-3 in D7/8/9

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting residents to attend the Accessibility Advisory Committee Town Hall on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026. For more information and to register for virtual participation: buff.ly/ukWkoky

Promotional graphic for the Accessibility Advisory Committee Annual Town Hall, Oct. 8, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Paul O’Regan Hall, Halifax Central Library, over a blurred background of people applauding.

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Halifax Water @halifaxwater.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Beginning at midnight tonight until 6:00 AM Friday, October 2, crews will perform wastewater and stormwater maintenance on several Downtown Halifax streets. No service impacts are expected. halifaxwater.ca/notice/wastewater-and-stormwater-system-maintenance

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Single tickets for Saturday 03 October available

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undeniable.network @undeniable.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Orange Shirt Day is a day to remember those who were forcibly taken from their families and culture and put into residential and boarding schools. There they suffered horrific abuse simply for being Native. My grandma was one of those children.

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Don’t know details, as it is as-of-right. This block upzoned during HAF. Can’t remember height off the top of my head. I can check centre plan map tomorrow if you email me.

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Also see the video from item 14.2 at yesterday’s council meeting for more details on Halifax Water’s 2025/26 Accountability Report and Q&A from council on various topics.

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Terri @terriclarke.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Council is getting a presentation on the impacts of the NS Capped Assessment Program now

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September 29, Regional Council

YouTube video by Halifax Regional Municipality

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Traffic delay - CIBC Run for the Cure will take place on Sunday, Oct. 4 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A number of rolling closures will be in place around the Garrison Grounds in Halifax. Details: buff.ly/FjGaAjq

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Traffic delay: Beginning on Barrington Street and ending on Hollis Street at Peace and Friendship Park. The Treaty Day Parade will take place Thursday, Oct. 1 from 1:15 to 1:45 p.m. Traffic delays are expected as the parade travels on Hollis Street. Details: buff.ly/vaKfsj7

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

In person consultation is Tuesday 29 September 6-8 pm YMCA 5640 Sackville Street. I will come if council finishes before then.

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Halifax Water @halifaxwater.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

September 29, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Water service will be temporarily shut off near Pine Hill Drive and Tower Road for water main installation work. Impacted customers were notified in advance. halifaxwater.ca/notice/pine-hill-drive-water-main-installation

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Josh Healey @joshrjhealey.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

New: HRM confirm staff are assessing options for council’s consideration after the Halifax Forum demolition application was paused. A week ago, @thechronicleherald.bsky.social reported on what appeared to be a coordinated campaign between a minor hockey association and Mayor Andy Fillmore.

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Halifax Forum demolition application paused, preparing options for council following cost update

City staff shared the project’s demolition application has been paused due to rising costs.

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Terri @terriclarke.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We also need a new reporting system, clearly! People should be able to report being hit by a driver, near misses, crashes, close passes, drunk/distracted/aggressive driving, all without being victim blamed or made to regret their decision to report. Don’t involve the cops unless it’s necessary.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of 311 service impacts taking place on Friday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. to Saturday, Sept. 26 at 11:59 p.m. Details: buff.ly/Anwm2SC

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Inviting residents to join in recognizing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Mi’kmaw History Month. Details: buff.ly/JQrAhwM

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

NOTICE: The public information meeting regarding the Halifax Forum heritage demolition application scheduled for Oct. 1 has been cancelled following a staff decision to pause the application due to updated project costs that exceed funding approved by Council. www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...

Blue background with an icon outlining three meeting participants with an exclamation point placed in the top right corner. Text reads 'Halifax Forum Public Information Meeting Cancelled' in white font.

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

☕️ coffee drop-in tomorrow 🫖 Friday 25 September 2026 at Uncommon Grounds at 1030 South Park Street from 10:00 am to noon Come by to say hello and chat for 15 minutes or so as an individual or small group.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Halifax Transit has launched new features in the HFXGO mobile fare payment app that will make paying for transit easier and help riders receive the lowest fare possible. Details: buff.ly/yO4afP6

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Street Closure: Trollope Street, between Cogswell Street and Bell Road, will be closed to traffic from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 11 to accommodate Nova Scotia Power work in the area. Details: buff.ly/dOS51VG

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🚲🦽🚶🏼‍♂️🛴🚍🚑🚒🚛 Morris St cycling connection public engagement: I did this survey last night. It is quite complex. Please take some time to read and have your say. There is a lot of free form text entry opportunities. Attend in person on the 29th if you like. Please share.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Halifax Regional Municipality is seeking feedback on different design options for the Peninsula South Complete Streets project. Details: buff.ly/qPIHE79

Green background with caption "Peninsula South Complete Streets East Connection" with icons for bus, walking, cycling and wheelchair accessibility.

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Hi Adam, I’m going to need more info. Do you have a 311 reference number? Please email me the details regardless and I will escalate. laura.white@halifax.ca

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Halifax Water @halifaxwater.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Traffic Advisory – Morris St. & South Park St. From 8 AM - 4 PM on Sept 15-17 there will be stop-and-go traffic at the following locations for wastewater system maintenance. Morris St. at Dresden Row, Halifax. South Park St. between Morris St. and South St., Halifax. 1/2

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Road closure: Market Street, between Carmichael and Prince streets. This work will take place on Monday, Sept. 14 to Friday, Sept. 25, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. This is to facilitate road repairs. Details: buff.ly/7zQGqnb

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Sam Austin @samaustind5.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

The CAP doesn't really annihilate city finances. We set a tax rate and CAP really has no bearing. What it does is shift how municipal costs are spread between folks. Decades of low density single-use, car centred development is a financial cost, but that's not the CAP. Similar roots, diff issues

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Not really. It just redistributes what each of us pay fairly. The report is awesome. 16000 households are paying more under the cap than they would be without it (because the rate would decrease). Any change is a provincial decision.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Are you a university student living off campus? Being a good neighbour starts at the curb. Make sure your garbage, recycling and organics are sorted correctly, placed out on collection day only and properly secured to prevent litter and wildlife issues.

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John Lloyd @boyonabike62.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Someone tell climate scientists

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Probably too late to change, but question sent.

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Laura White, P.Eng. @lecwhite.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Would you like to join us on council :) Sounds great!

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Traffic Delay: Coburg Road, Tuesday, Sept. 8 and Wednesday, Sept. 9, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day. This is to facilitate the decommissioning of natural gas lines in the area. Details: buff.ly/5bgyZHQ

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