Speaking Municipally

This week had Highs and Lows

May 22, 2026·47 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

The City of Edmonton announced plans to decommission and replace three iconic bridges: the High Level Bridge and the Low Level Bridges. Plus, we talk with Coun. Erin Rutherford about unfunded service packages and how the budget process is changing this year.(00:00) - Introduction (01:38) - Ad: U of A Reads (02:10) - High Level and Low Level Bridges (10:49) - Our thoughts on the bridges (27:53) - Coun. Erin Rutherford on unfunded service packages (43:55) - Interview debrief (46:41) - Close Here are the relevant links for this episode:High Level and Low Level BridgesCity of Edmonton recommends decommissioning High Level and Low Level bridgesCentral Area Bridge Renewal UpdateLet's Find Out Episode 58: The MacKinnon Ravine MysteryCoun. Erin Rutherford on unfunded service packagesCoun. Erin RutherfordBudget Process and Financial Strategy2027-2030 Budget EngagementThis episode is brought to you by U of A Reads from the University of Alberta. From poetry to protest, memory to motivation — U of A alumni authors unpack the forces behind their writing in candid, thought-provoking conversations. Learn more at uab.ca/readsSpeaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton. We deliver reliable intelligence about the Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free!Want to reach the smartest, most-engaged people in the Edmonton region? Learn more about advertising with Taproot Edmonton! ★ Support this podcast ★

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