Show Notes
Council took some steps toward funding a comprehensive BRT and pedestrian realm project along Whyte Ave, but we also learned that the city will continue to make some piecemeal changes this year. Plus, The Quarters CRL isn't doing so well, and the city wants you to build the budget.
(00:00) - Introduction
(01:31) - Ad: GoodMorning
(02:12) - Whyte Avenue transit priority measures
(22:08) - 101 Street bus priority lanes
(27:32) - Army & Navy building
(29:56) - The Quarters CRL
(38:48) - Budget engagement
(40:37) - Close
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