Local Businesses
Welcome to the Local Businesses of Waverley West. This page provides updates on issues I am working on that are relevant to local businesses. We have many vibrant business areas in the Waverley West ward, Pembina Highway, Bridgwater Centre and the bustling area around Kenaston Blvd. As a former small business owner I look forward to helping businesses with any issues or opportunities!
City Seeks Proposals for Waverley West Recreation Facility Project
Conceptual Image Thank you Joyanne Pursaga and the Winnipeg Free Press for accurate reporting on this important project in Southwest Winnipeg. Navigating many interests and partners to acquire, plan, prepare and transform a wide open prairie field into a new...
Noisy Vehicles in the City
My office receives many calls about excessively noisy vehicles. Noisy vehicles impact the quality of life in a growing city. Enforcing noisy vehicles is the responsibility of the Winnipeg Police Service – if you hear excessively noisy vehicles, please contact the...
My June 2021 Newsletter
This month’s newsletter focuses on neighbourhoods' spot cleaning, crime trends, regulations for short term rentals, 2021 Enhanced Summer Bike Route Program (pilot), tree replacements, and more! Sign up for future newsletters by registering at Councillor Lukes’...
Responsible Pet Ownership
My office is receiving an incredibly high number of calls related to dogs running loose with no leashes, and owners not picking up pooch poos! We love our furry animals, but we have to be responsible owners and respectful of other people. There are more and more...
Discovering Parks in the Waverley Ward
We have over 248 hectares of parks and open spaces just in the Waverley West ward! That is equivalent to 500 Canadian football fields!! Some are formalized parks, with park identifications signs, and have amenities such as playstructure, firepits, and shade structures...
Amnesty for Bringing Unpermitted Work Up to Code
If you are aware of past renovations or upgrades in your home completed without a permit, City has a new solution that will help you ensure the work was done safely and to code: the Permit Amnesty Program. Launched on June 1, 2021, the Permit Amnesty Program is...
Short Term Rental Regulations
There has been an increase in ‘short term rentals’ throughout the city of Winnipeg. A short-term rental often is the rental of a house or condominium. Companies or individuals facilitate short-term rental reservations online and receiving payment for this service....
Replacing Trees
Many different diseases are ravaging Winnipeg’s spectacular urban tree canopy. Every year approximately 2,000 - 3,000 boulevard & park trees are lost. The reasons include disease, vehicle impact, vandalism, snow plow damage, construction requirements, and normal...
Crime Trends – Winnipeg Police Services
Photo Credit: JAMES SNELL /Winnipeg Sun Thank you Winnipeg Sun and reporter Josh Aldrich for this interesting article on crime trends. According to Winnipeg Police Services: Property crime has decreased but controlled drug and traffic charges have increased. Violent...
Blocked Drains Causing Sewer Back Ups into Basements
I’m receiving calls from resident’s who’ve had sewer backups into their basements. The Water and Waste department is advising the residents it is because drains are blocked with grease. You know those delicious, high-fat, deep fried meals are bad for your arteries -...
Reporting Health Order Violations
As the number of COVID-19 cases remains high in Winnipeg, Community Service Ambassadors have returned to City-owned parks to help educate people what is allowed under the current pandemic restrictions. Ambassadors will be taking an educational approach, but please...
The Toll on Our Roads
Thank you to the Free Press for sharing this important information about the safety of the vulnerable road users (cyclists and pedestrians). Manitoba Public Insurance uses the term ‘vulnerable road user’ to describe pedestrians and cyclists which is very fitting. The...
Census 2021 – Video
Every five years, Statistics Canada conducts a national census ( an official count and survey of the population to help the government’s plan for the future –in the planning of transit, education, healthcare and more! The census is coming in the mail and all...
Crime Update – Waverley West
Please listen to this interview on the crime situation in Winnipeg and the Waverley West ward: https://youtu.be/DulS1A9tGbc Crime is occurring in all parts of our city~ and in neighbourhoods in the Waverley West ward. Southwest Winnipeg is one of the safest...
2018-2020 Statistical breakdown of all calls for Fire/Paramedic at Stations 22 & 23
I provide regular updates on the fire and paramedic calls that are dispatched in Southwest Winnipeg. Stations 22 (1567 Waverley Street) and 23 (880 Dalhousie Drive) serve a very large area in Southwest Winnipeg. View station locations throughout Winnipeg. Many...
Street Speed Limit Study
This is an excellent overview on speed limits: Research supports reduced-speed initiative Speed limits on all roadways within Manitoba have historically been universally defined (without room for local interpretation or adjustment) by the Highway Traffic Act, which...
My April 2021 Newsletter
This month’s newsletter focuses on spring clean up, plans for a spray pad at Whyte Ridge Community Centre, progress on Cannabis grow ops, new schools, traffic calming and more! Sign up for future newsletters by registering at Councillor Lukes’ E-Newsletter.
2021 Road Construction in Waverley West Ward
There will be much construction throughout the City in 2021. You can check on where construction is occurring in the City by viewing the 2021 Construction Map, which will be updated at the start of construction season. Each year the Public Works department provides...
Residential Cultivation of Cannabis
Photo Credit: CBC April 7, 2021 If you have any issues related to Cannabis sale or production (odour and security) please use the Cannabis Reporting Form. March 16, 2021 The Public Service presented a Cannabis Cultivation in Residential Areas report. Councillors...
Elementary & High School Site Plan Approval
On Wednesday, March 3rd, detailed site plans were approved for the new elementary and high school in Waverley West B. A robust team of presenters discussed many details about the both schools, including traffic flows, landscaping, site servicing, the child care...
New Elementary & High School – Another Major Milestone
Final design plans have been submitted to the City for ‘plan approval’. The architects, landscape architects, and a host of others who’ve been developing the plans will be presenting these plans to myself and Councillors Klein and Gillingham on March 3rd at 9:30 am....
A Vision Realized for Pembina Active Living 55+
A Vision Realized Since Pembina Active Living (55+) moved to the Grace Christian Church in 2012, PAL (55+) has been offering programs there and at various other venues in South Winnipeg. By early 2015, the Board decided that PAL would need to find a new home, one that...
Speed & Traffic Calming Streets
Speeding vehicles in Winnipeg is an increasing problem year after year. This year, I expect it will continue to even be more of a problem. Cities across Canada are reporting with more and more people working from home due to the pandemic, the streets are less...
Mother Language Day – Video
Languages are who we are; languages connect the world! Celebrating the importance of everyone’s language on International Mother Language Day on February 21. For more details and information, see UNESCO's webpage. https://youtu.be/nPBtUo4SSak
Happy Lunar New Year – Video
Wishing everyone a very Healthy and Happy Lunar New Year! So miss getting together to celebrate! https://youtu.be/Z8CCDoL_Rj8
My February 2021 Newsletter
This month’s newsletter focuses on the governance review, communications and office support for Councillor’s to govern the City, new schools, and more! Sign up for future newsletters by registering at Councillor Lukes’ E-Newsletter.
2021 Governance Review
The last time the City reviewed its governance model was in 1997 – 24 years ago. In 2016, I supported the call for a governance review. The review is now underway. This webpage contains a series of video’s I am producing related to the City’s governance model, and...
Major Milestone in Development of New Elementary & High School
Years and years and years of work is culminating with another major milestone in the development of two new schools in the area of Waverley West B! A conditional use permit has been granted to establish an elementary, junior and senior high school. This is a huge...
Homeless Cold Weather Resources
This cold weather brings added concerns in helping the homeless. Please see this overview and if you have any additional questions, please contact me. Transit Shelters: If you see a person in a Transit shelter who is displaying a threat to public safety, appears to...
Communicating with Residents in a Pandemic
Pivot seems to be the word of the year when speaking about anything pandemic related! I find not being able to attend events, or have in person meetings has dramatically shifted the way residents and I are able to communicate. I guess we can say ‘technology’ has saved...
Waverley West Parks, Pictures & Prizes Challenge
https://youtu.be/KNlHapVUKhc We have over 248 hectares of parks and open spaces just in the Waverley West ward! That is equivalent to 500 Canadian football fields!! Some are formalized parks, with park identifications signs, and have amenities such as...
Use of Retention Ponds for Recreational Activity
There are 44 retention ponds in the Waverley West ward. For years, residents have been skating on these ponds. I brought forward a Use of Retention Ponds for Recreational Activity motion to have the public service to do a cross jurisdictional review on the use of...
Happy New Year 2021 – Video
Happy Kwanzaa – Video
Happy Kwanzaa to all those who celebrate! https://youtu.be/xK394pE-SCc
Snow & Ice Removal Update
Good update on snow and ice removal status this morning (Dec 23) by Manager of Streets Maintenance. Thanks CJOB for covering! https://youtu.be/0GQjYwd2YXg SPECIFIC to Neighbourhoods of Bridgwater, Prairie Pointe, South Pointe and streets that are prone to snow...
Happy Yalda – Video
Happy Yalda to our Iranian friends who are celebrating the winter solstice festival on the longest night of the year!
Updates on Skating – Video
Updates on skating! Excellent video explanation by Mr. Jay Shaw, Assistant Chief of Emergency Management – City of Winnipeg. The City and Province have clarified regulations around skating on public rinks: Signs will be put up at facilities, clearly indicating the...
Life Safety Message – Video
This is a very important life safety message from Mr. Jay Shaw, Assistant Chief of Emergency Management – City of Winnipeg. Some may not agree with the message, but it’s important people are aware of the potential hazards associated with retention ponds....
Impact Fees Now Being Refunded
UPDATE: December 2, 2020 I’ve been receiving many calls from residents asking for assistance in dealing with homebuilders and the return of impact fees. For the record, and noted below, this was an ill-conceived plan by the Mayor and we are all now having to deal with...
SKATING on RETENTION PONDS
Residents have been asking about skating on retention ponds. The beautiful ponds/lakes behind our homes or near neighbourhood parks. Please read this carefully: There are 44 retention ponds in the Waverley West Ward. These ponds are part of the land drainage system...
Crime Prevention in Waverley West – Video
I’ve been holding off on releasing this video on Crime Protection in Waverley West – hoping for a day where the Covid news isn’t so shocking, but we are in a Covid crisis situation and no time seems to be the right time. And apologies, discussing crime protection is...
Job Opportunity
Reaching out to my network to see if anyone is interested in an IT job opportunity. Pembina Active Living 55+ is seeking a developer/designer to help with their IT technical needs, which is even more necessary during the current pandemic. Please review the job...
SEEKING VOLUNTEER – Winnipeg Library Advisory Committee
The City has positions available on the Library Advisory Committee for residents who live in the Waverley West, St James and Charleswood- Tuxedo- Westward wards. IF you are interested in volunteering on the committee and providing advice related to library matters –...
Happy Diwali – Video
Happy Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas!
My November 2020 Newsletter
Check out my November newsletter – topics on community gardens, cannabis houses, traffic calming on Hawstead Rd, crime, local Remembrance Day video & more! Sign up for future newsletters by registering at Councillor Lukes’ E-Newsletter.
Virtual Remembrance Day in St Norbert
Remembrance Day this year will be very different as we follow the COVID 19 Provincial Health guidelines. I encourage you to ‘tune in’ to the St.Norbert “Virtual’ Remembrance Day Ceremony on November 11th, at 10:45 am. The St Norbert Remembrance Day Organizing...
IMPACT FEES – October Update
Photo Credit: CTV UPDATE from City of Winnipeg’s Director of Legal Services: Nov 5, 2020 Final details with respect to the refund process are being completed. This includes the process itself as well as the formulas that will be used to determine the amount of each...
Bison Drive Build Out
Since elected in 2014, I estimate I’ve brought forward over 40 requests to have engineers in Public Works study traffic issues ranging from: Traffic calming (speeding) Installing stop signs (due to increased traffic volumes) Installing turning signals (arrows in...
Transit Expansion – Southwest Winnipeg & Beyond
The City is seeking resident’s input on many projects that were underway before Covid-19. Covid-19 is making the public engagement process more difficult, so I will be sending focused messages to residents on issues directly related to Waverley West. To see all the...
Community Gardens are Coming to South Pointe Neighbourhood in 2021
Are you interested in having a garden plot? Better book it now! I know there are a lot of keen gardeners in our community, but have no idea how many are interested in having a garden plot for the 2021 growing season. I have a feeling there will be high demand – so if...
Seeking Neighbourhood Advisory Group Members – Improving Transportation in Waverley West and Winnipeg
The City is seeking resident’s input on many projects that were underway before Covid-19. Covid-19 is making the public engagement process more difficult, so I will be sending focused messages to residents on issues directly related to Waverley West. To see all the...
Parents / Caregivers: School Travel Survey
UPDATE: Oct 29, 2020 Thank you to EVERYONE who filled out the survey! We had a SUPER response rate and we are working through sifting and sorting the data. We will be posting a summary of the data for each school in early November, and then discussing the data results...
Amber Flashing Lights, Leadership & Governance
Photo Credit: Brett Purdy/CBC The loss of a $1.7M gift of amber flashing lights is representative of a far greater problem at City Hall. This is just one example of many that has resulted in a negative impact on the tax payer. (list below) In my short time at City...
PARENTS – Transportation To and From Schools
COVID is presenting significant transportation challenges for students attending schools. Pembina Trails School Division is responsible for transporting students who live further than 1.6 km. from the school, and the City is responsible for providing transportation...
Road Safety Plan – Phase One
The City is launching a year long project to develop a Road Safety Plan with the goal of implementing short-term solutions and long-term investments over the next 3-5 years and beyond. What is a Road Safety Plan ? Quite simply - a detailed plan of actions that...
Builders back city councillor’s bid for new-home landscaping deadline
Photo Credit: MIKE SUDOMA / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS UPDATE: On Sept 17,2020 the Winnipeg Public Service was directed to consult with the Manitoba Home Builders Association, and report back within 180 days on amendments to the Winnipeg Zoning By-law No. 200/2006 to...
Seeking Advisors – Waverley West Active Transportation Group
I am seeking people who are interested in being part of an ‘Active Transportation Advisory Group for Waverly West.’ I’d like your advice on many active transportation topics! Are you a parent who wants / needs your child to walk or cycle to school, and would like to...
UPDATE-South Winnipeg Recreation Centre – Video
The development of Waverley West is fast approaching 45,000 people, and soon will be larger than the City of Brandon! Currently, with no gymnasiums, few meeting places, or any aquatic facilities, the new recreation centre is a much-needed addition to the community!...
Neighbourhood Liveability By-laws – Video
A short video to help residents understand some liveability by laws that protect our infrastructure & keep our neighbourhoods beautiful! [video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://janicelukes.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/123456789.mp4"...
Slower Speed Limits in Waverley West
Much work / study and analysis has been done by City engineers in determining revised speeds on certain streets in the Waverley West ward. Signs will be installed notifying drivers when the speed reduction goes into effect. For additional details on these streets and...
Happy Canada Day – Video
Happy Canada Day! In these extraordinary and changing times, I am so thankful to be living in Canada. To be sure, we have many historic challenges to work through and together we will! We are Canadians! Wishing you and your family and friends an incredible Canada Day!...
Homelessness in South Winnipeg – What to do ?
Homelessness is an increasing concern in Winnipeg and for communities across North America. Media is covering many stories on camps being set up throughout the City, and the increase in use of the overnight shelters. In South Winnipeg camps are being set up in...
My June 2020 Newsletter
Check out my June newsletter with updates on 2020 parks, pathways, road construction and more! Sign up for future newsletters by registering at Councillor Lukes’ E-Newsletter.
Long Grass Enforcement Process
This applies to homeowners' FRONT YARDS and BOULEVARDS. For this season, the City will be continuing with the accelerated enforcement process for long grass. Last year (2019), the City piloted a NEW ENFORCEMENT PROCESS for Section 8 of the Neighbourhood Liveability...
2020 Parks Update
We have many parks and open greenspaces in the Waverley West ward. Each year Councillors meet with the Parks department and review upgrades that need to occur. In the Waverley West ward, the majority of parks are maintained by the City Parks department, but, some are...
2020 Road Construction in Waverley West Ward
This is an extremely handy map showing ALL road / pathway construction occurring throughout Winnipeg in the 2020 construction season. Each year the Public Works department provides Councillors with a Streets Condition and Back Lanes Condition map of their ward....
Replacement of Sod – Bridgwater Lakes & Bridgwater Forest
The sod around the Bridgwater Lakes Fountain, the Bridgwater Lakes park / soccer field and the Bridgwater Forest park/soccer field is being replaced this summer. Construction has started in Bridgwater Lakes and Bridgwater Forest will occur shortly after. Existing sod...
Traffic Calming: Your Street and Neighbourhood
I receive many calls from resident who want to know how to calm the speeding traffic on their residential street and in their neighbourhood. In many cities throughout the world, the speed limit is reduced to 30 km/hr on residential streets to calm traffic. Winnipeg is...
Open Letter to Parents – Bridgwater Speed & Racing
This message is for everyone, but is directed to parents with a request that you talk to your kids about the deathly dangers of speed. In my graduating year, two classmates died when a powerful car they were passengers in crashed and rolled. The following year, when...
Traffic Study – Yellow Advanced Flashing Lights
Currently, the City and Province allow 4 seconds for a green light to transition to red. The light is green, it changes yellow and remains yellow for four seconds, and then the red light comes on indication ‘stop’. The yellow transitional time is different in many...
My May 2020 Newsletter
I’ve prepared a brief but informative E-newsletter on the impacts COVID-19 is having on our City and in the neighbourhoods of Waverley West. Read May 2020 Newsletter Sign up for future newsletters by registering at Councillor Lukes’ E-Newsletter.
Gradual Opening of City Facilities
Starting Monday, May 4th, the City will be gradually opening facilities. I've provided the information Council has received below. Now, I will be frank on a couple of issues that concern me: 1. The pandemic is NOT over. I am very very concerned that people will think...
Spring Clean Up
Over the next 5-6 weeks the City is conducting its annual spring clean-up of streets, pathways, parks, boulevards and more! To find out when your street will be cleaned, check the Street Cleaning Map or download the Know Your Zone app. Local neighbourhood groups...
Please Slow Down
The COVID-19 pandemic is dramatically changing our recreation and transportation activities; transit service has been reduces, many recreation facilities are closed, and as a result, there is much more interaction with pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles on the streets...
Reduced Transit Service & Low Income Pass
Reduced Transit Service COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a 72% reduction in ridership, over this same time in 2019. Winnipeg Transit has reduced transit service by approximately 30%. Transit officials believe this reduction in service of 30% is the right amount...
Spring Cleanup in Progress
Spring cleanup is in progress for the next 5-6 weeks! City cleanup activities, including removing sand, debris, and litter that accumulated on public property over the winter months, and cleaning our parks are now in progress. Download the Know your Zone App or check...
Physical Distancing: Education & Enforcement
The pandemic is not over, and physical distancing will be in place for many months to come. It is critically important that everyone follows the Provincial Health order to stay two metres (6ft) apart. Education: On April 11th , the City launched the Community Service...
Councillor Lukes’ Videos on COVID-19
COVID 19 is making us physically distance ourselves from each other. I hope these videos build on the connection we had before COVID-19 – and help to create new connections! April 27, 2020: Please slow down! [video width="1280" height="720"...
THANK YOU Front Line Workers!
A huge shout out to ALL the front line workers in this COVID-19 pandemic! Healthcare, Fire, Ambulance, Police, Grocery Clerk’s, Child Care Workers, Transit Operators, etc. -so so SO many people doing all they can to keep us safe! THANK YOU! Our Pembina & Bison...
Message from Councillor Lukes
To the residents of the Waverley West Ward: There is an incredible amount of information coming from all directions – and I want residents to know I am available to attempt to answer any questions you may have. WHAT do you want to know from your City Councillor over...
23 Year Old Identifies $4.3 M Transit Error
How does a 23-year-old student union President find a $4.3 M ‘miscalculation’ in the City of Winnipeg budget and save the U-Pass program? This is a long blog full of information - for people who aren’t already in information overload (!?!). It’s an incredible...
Direct Impacts on South Winnipeg if Universal Buss Pass is Cut
As a member of Council, who was not part of the months-long daily budget deliberations, I was not able to have any direct input into many decisions made in the proposed four-year budget (2020-2023) It is only AFTER the draft budget is released that I and six other...
WATCH VIDEO: Fire Hall for Waverley West
We are moving forward on a Fire Hall in Waverley West. The City has commissioned a report which identifies priority needs in our rapidly growing Waverley West. I am genuinely pleased to be working with the United Firefighters of Winnipeg and the City to ensure...
New Fire Station in Waverley West – 2023-2024 Construction
The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) has developed a strategic direction based on three foundational reports to help ensure current and future service demands are met. For a summary of the 2020 Strategic Direction, view the 2020 Strategic Direction Detail. Fire...
Older Adults – ‘Making Connections’ in South Winnipeg
I’m very pleased to be involved with a brand NEW Pembina Active Living 55+ (PAL) initiative called “Making Connections”! While South Winnipeg is a growing community of many young families, we also have a very large and growing population of older adults, many who are...
Two New Schools in Waverley West
The Provincial Government is constructing two new schools in Waverley West. Pembina Trails School Division recently held an open house presenting plans and catchment areas. For full details, see Pembina Trails New Schools. The new South Winnipeg high school Will...
Impact Fees Should Pay for New Fire Hall
Photo Credit: Mike Deal / Winnipeg Free Press files The City has published the most recent financial update on the Impact Fee Reserve Fund, which identified that Waverley West new home-owners have contributed a total of $10,259,521.00 to the Impact Fee Reserve...
Investing in Waverley West Ward
Thank you to the Sou’wester for providing space to update residents on important community issues. I look forward to seeing shovel’s on the ground for this recreation campus! By: Janice Lukes — Waverley West Councillor Ward Report Posted: 01/22/2020 Winnipeg South MP...
Snow Removal on Pathways in Waverley West
Been out walking on the pathways in Waverley West this winter? Notice that they are now being plowed? Many residents called me over the years to ‘clear the pathways’! Just over three years ago, I made a motion to investigate the cost and logistics of clearing...
April 12, 2020: Transformation Transit Is Coming to Southwest Winnipeg
Photo Credit: CBC I’ve long been a supporter of improving transit in Winnipeg. During the 2014 election, I campaigned on supporting the construction of Stage 2 of the Southwest Transitway. Today, Stage 2 of the Southwest Transitway (SWT) is in testing and training...
TICKETING and TOWING of PARKED VEHICLES on residential streets during Residential Snow Parking Ban
Check the schedule below to find out when your street will be cleaned so you can move your vehicle. Residential plows occur only a few times over the winter as they are very costly. The City wants everyone to move their vehicles off residential streets so the streets...
My December, 2019 Newsletter
I’ve just prepared a comprehensive E-newsletter, highlighting details surrounding new developments, funding for Southwest Recreation Campus, crime, a new Fire Hall, the upcoming budget process and more! It's your opportunity to stay informed on what's happening! Read...
Addition to Credit Union Building – Kenaston and McGillivray
Another very interesting construction project will be starting up in the Waverley West ward on the corner of Kenaston and McGillivary. This is the site of current Steinbach Credit Union. On December 2nd the Assiniboia Community Committee approved site plans for the...
Crime and You
“we must come together as a community and work in partnership.” I’ve been to many – and have held multiple public information meetings on the crime, meth and violence occurring in our City - and at every one, the speakers say we need to ‘come together and work in...
Closures-Amalgamation of Fire Halls in Report Not Being Made Public
In September, 2016 the City awarded a $186,000 contract to consulting firm Emergency Services International to produce a ‘Standards of Response Coverage’ report. See: Fire Hall in Waverley West This report is identifying industry best practices in the field of...
Your Safety on the South Perimeter Highway
A 19 yr old young man died yesterday at the intersection of Brady Rd and the Perimeter Highway (Hwy) - in the same general location where at least three other deaths have occurred in the last 5 years. Tragically, some of you know the utter devastation, loss and...
South Winnipeg Recreation Campus – Update & Next Steps
A brief update on the South Winnipeg Recreational Campus. Since 2014, I’ve posted updates on my website regarding the long and complicated process - from lifting a clause prohibiting development, to acquiring City land (19 acres), to partnering with the Province on...
Crime Prevention Funding Available – Your Ideas
A Community Safety and Crime Prevention Program has been established to support community-level activities that: strengthen local crime prevention and community safety efforts, promote the exchange of information between community residents, help build closer...
Residential Streets Public Speed Discussion – Waverley West
DATE: Tuesday, August 27th , 2019 TIME: 6:30 p.m. LOCATION: Water Bend Park – Bridgwater Lakes Fountain To the residents of the Waverley West ward: You are invited to join me at Water Bend Park, beside Bridgwater Lakes Fountain to discuss your concerns about...
Dealing With Vehicle Speed In Our Neighbourhoods
This is a long, and very frank update and commentary on vehicular speed in the City, what I’m doing as Councillor, what the City is doing on a broader scale, and what YOU can do to help. First, I want to extend my sincere sympathies to the family whose pet was the...
Crime Stats For Waverley West Ward
This week the Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) released the Winnipeg Police Service 2018 Annual Statistical Report. It is important to understand the big picture of crime in Winnipeg, which the report provided information on. I believe it is also important to understand...
Host A Block Party This Year!
I’m providing funding and administrative support to anyone who wants to hold a BLOCK PARTY this year! I think most people will agree that there are advantages to knowing your neighbours. What if you're baking and run short on sugar? Where will you turn to borrow a cup...
Responsible Pet Ownership
Over the next few months, Animal Services will be focusing on patroling in Waverley West. By-law officers will be frequencing the parks and walkways in the ward ensuring pet owners are complying with the Responsible Pet Ownership By-law. Pet owners must remove their...
NEW Enforcement Process for HEIGHT of Long Grass and Weeds (2019)
This applies to homeowners' FRONT YARDS and BOULEVARDS. For this season, the City is PILOTING a NEW ENFORCEMENT PROCESS for Section 8 of the Neighbourhood Liveability By–law. Section 8 of the Neighbourhood Liveability By-law # 1/2008 covers homeowners’...
Waverley West Ward – Crime Update – June 27, 2019
(Photo Credit: Tessa Vanderhart) There have been consistent crime levels for the past few weeks in the Waverley West ward pertaining to break & entry, thefts from motor vehicles and mischief. Nicer weather often results in more criminal activities, and combined...
2018 Traffic Flow Map
For those of you who have a passion for ‘traffic flow’ and the challenges and opportunities traffic volume presents, the City of Winnipeg Public Works department just posted the 2018 traffic flow map! It’s an interesting map showing a general representation of average...
Did You Know – Neighbourhood Liveability By-Laws
The City has developed a list of Neighbourhgood Liveability and Building By-Laws which help keep neighbourhoods healthy, clean and beautiful. I've designed this postcard to help residents understand some of the more common By-Laws that are actively enforced throughout...
Provincial Pesticide Legislation – Dandelions & More!
The City’s had to change their weed control program in 2015 due to new Provincial legislation (Non-Essential Pesticide Use Regulation under the Environment Act) which restricts traditional pesticide use on lawns. This means that the City CAN NO LONGER use certain...
2019 Water Main Cleaning Program
This year’s water main cleaning program, where crews flush water mains, will begin on Wednesday, May 15th. This is done to preserve the quality of water as it passes from our drinking water treatment plant to customer’s taps. Crews use a uni-directional flushing...
2019 Road Construction in Waverley West Ward
Each year the Public Works department provides Councillors with a Streets Condition map. See Street Condition’s PDF. Waverley Heights has many streets that are in ‘Fair’ to ‘Poor’ condition along with White Ridge and University Heights with many streets in fair...
My May, 2019 Newsletter
I’ve just prepared a comprehensive E-newsletter, highlighting interesting topics and current issues at City Hall, as well as upcoming meetings and events in the Waverley West Ward. It's your opportunity to stay informed on what's happening! Read May, 2019 Newsletter...
Sod Replacement On Three Soccer Fields
The handing off of maintenance responsibilities of a new development from the developer to the City can sometimes be challenging, confusing and frustrating! Often residents are not aware that in a new development, the developer is tied by contract to deliver a...
2019 Spring Clean Up and Reporting Damage from Snow Removal
The City has started its annual spring clean up! Streets are being washed and swept, boulevards are being brushed to remove sand, and parks and greenspaces are being cleaned! See Spring Clean Up on the City of Winnipeg website for a complete overview on the Spring...
May 11th – City Hall Open House for Waverley West
This is an invitation exclusively for residents who live in the Waverley West ward! Bring your family and join neighbours, friends and Councillor Janice Lukes for a tour of City Hall! Learn what City services are available to you, and how to ‘get action’ on important...
My April, 2019 Newsletter
I’ve just prepared a comprehensive E-newsletter, highlighting interesting topics and current issues at City Hall, as well as upcoming meetings and events in the Waverley West Ward. It's your opportunity to stay informed on what's happening! Read April, 2019 Newsletter...
Eight Community Garden Plots Available By Margaret Grant Pool
Eight garden plots are available this year to rent! Of the 20 plots, 12 have been booked by returning gardeners and eight will be available to be rented starting at 9:00 am on April 8 by calling 204-832-5865 ($48.30). Plots measure approx. 21 ½ ft x 26 ft = 559 ft2....
Multifaith Council, Police Board To Talk Safety
(Photo Credit: Sou/wester) (Christine Baronins, member of the Manitoba Multifaith Council, and Shauna Curtin, secretary for the Winnipeg Police Board) This is going to be a very informative event, there is ample space at this beautiful church. Please feel welcome to...
Sump Pumps, Wet Yards & Manitoba Native Plants
Our yards will be well soaked this year with all the snow we’ve had over winter!! Once the spring rains start, your sump pump will be working around the clock removing water from around your home’s foundation and basement. Often during these times, the sump pump is...
Symbolic Budget Vote For Councillor Equality
City Council passed the 2019 Operating and Capital Budget on March 20th. Two thirds of Council did not support the budget. I did not vote to support the budget but instead cast a symbolic vote against the budget to raise awareness on the critical need for ‘Councillor...
BUS ROUTES ARE CHANGING In Southwest Winnipeg
SEE DETAILED MAP of the routes, noting they are PROPOSED – your feedback is important! SEE Story Boards of Route Changes (including very detailed overview of southern routes) Bus Routes are Changing Winnipeg Transit will be changing existing bus routes in southwest...
Statement On 2019 City Of Winnipeg Budget Process
Today Councillor Klein and I called a press conference with media to express our concerns with the City of Winnipeg’s 2019 Budget Process. You can read my statement below – and read Councillor Klein’s statement. I must say, it is virtually impossible to ensure an...
Upcoming Residential Street Plow – Know Your Zone
Plowing of residential streets will begin Sunday evening to improve the condition of residential streets. As a result, a Residential Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect starting Sunday, February 10 at 7 p.m. Residents are urged to confirm their snow...
Waverley West Crime Prevention Workshops
DOWNLOAD CRIME PREVENTION POSTER HERE Members of the Winnipeg Police Service will present and answer any questions you may have. South Winnipeg has one of the lowest crime volumes in the City of Winnipeg, and by taking a personal responsibility, we can work to ensure...
Do You Need Indoor Space For Recreation Activities?
(Photo Credit: MLA Jon Reyes) Keeping kids busy, kids of any age – is a critical part of overall crime prevention. South Winnipeg has the greatest recreation deficit (no recreation facilities) in the entire City and while there is very good progress occurring on the...
Waverley West Ward Priorities
This is a high level list Waverley West ward concerns, issues & resident priorities resulting from four years of community engagement, discussions, and recent election conversations. There may be more, and if so, let’s discuss. There are many initiatives one can...
2019 Budget – City & Waverley West Priorities Presentation
On January 9th, 2019 I held a budget presentation with approximately 20 community residents / leaders. Councillor Gillingham (Chair of Finance) and Councillor Markus Chambers (Acting Deputy Mayor) also attended. We discussed Waverley West ward priorities that had...
2018 Fire Incidents In Waverley West
I’m in constant discussion with Chief Lane on the development of a Fire Hall in the Waverley West ward. I provided a Fire Hall in Waverley West UPDATE this past May, and hope to see some movement reflected in the upcoming 2019 budget. Currently there is no line item...
City Of Winnipeg ’Community Safety Strategic Action Plan’
Crime and crime prevention is weighing heavily on citizens. Regularly I receive calls from residents concerned about crime in their neighbourhood. I heard many concerns when I was door knocking during the recent election. For the Waverley West ward, I’ve set up a...
My January, 2019 Newsletter
I’ve just prepared a comprehensive E-newsletter, highlighting interesting topics and current issues at City Hall, as well as upcoming meetings and events in the Waverley West Ward. It's your opportunity to stay informed on what's happening! Read January, 2019...
Residential Street Plow – Know Your Zone
Plowing of residential streets will begin Wednesday morning to improve the condition of residential streets. As a result, a Residential Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect starting Wednesday, January 9 at 7 a.m. Residents are urged to confirm their...
Boundaries Of The Waverley West Ward
Winnipeg is growing at a rapid pace, and every 10 years or so, the City conducts a review of the ward boundaries to ensure fair and equitable representation for residents. Boundaries changed for many wards, some wards were combined and some were split. There are still...
Acclaimed in Waverley West
Photo credit: Wayne Glowacki - Winnipeg Free Press Thank you to all the residents of the new Waverley West ward for their support over the past four years. We worked hard, reached some great accomplishments, and have exciting developments on the horizon! A very warm...
My June, 2018 Newsletter
I’ve just prepared a comprehensive E-newsletter, highlighting interesting topics and current issues at City Hall, as well as upcoming meetings and events in the South Winnipeg-St. Norbert ward. It's your opportunity to stay informed on what's happening! Read June,...
Fire Hall In Waverley West
Fire Hall in Waverley West – Standards of Response Coverage Report In September, 2016 the City awarded a $186,000 contract to consulting firm Emergency Services International to produce a ‘Standards of Response Coverage’ report (SORC). Emergency Services International...
My April, 2018 Newsletter
I’ve just prepared a comprehensive E-newsletter, highlighting interesting topics and current issues at City Hall, as well as upcoming meetings and events in the South Winnipeg-St. Norbert ward. It's your opportunity to stay informed on what's happening! Read April,...
2018 Road Construction in South Winnipeg- St Norbert Ward
Evaluating Winnipeg’s Streets for Repair Work Our City streets are evaluated by the Winnipeg Public Works Department using a street rating system as follows: New, Good, Fair and Poor: Typically, anything rated as Poor is automatically scheduled as a rehabilitation or...
Dividing South Winnipeg-St. Norbert into 2 New Wards
The South Winnipeg–St. Norbert ward is essentially being divided into two wards due to tremendous population growth. Many of you know I’ve been struggling to keep up with e-mails and phone call responses to all constituents since being elected in 2014. Dividing the...
Business Owners – South Winnipeg is Booming! Join us for an Evening of Community, Conversation & Culture!
Business owners! You are invited to join us! DATE: Wednesday, February 21 TIME: 6:30 - 9:00pm LOCATION: Sky Deck Event Centre, Investors Group Field (Enter through Bomber Store. See Below) RSVP: Space is Limited: For complete event overview and registration...
My December, 2017 Newsletter
I’ve just prepared a comprehensive E-newsletter, highlighting interesting topics and current issues at City Hall, as well as upcoming meetings and events in the South Winnipeg-St. Norbert ward. It's your opportunity to stay informed on what's happening! Read December,...
Languages Used on Signage/Advertising
Our office has received numerous phone calls and E-Mails from residents asking about the use of languages other than English or French on ads/signage, as there has been a visible increase in private businesses' signage containing Arabic, Asian and Hindi text....
