Update: Scheduled Maintenance on Linc

Posted on by Councillor Brad Clark

Please be advised that as a result of the forecasted precipitation beginning tonight until Friday morning, the scheduled maintenance on Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway (LINC) has been modified as follows:

Previously scheduled plan:

  • Eastbound: Thursday, May 26 at 11 pm until Monday, May 30 at 4 am.
  • Westbound: Friday May 27 at 10 am until Monday, May 30 at 4 am.

Revised schedule plan:

  • Eastbound:  Friday, May 27 at 10 am until Monday, May 30th at 7 pm.
  • Westbound: Friday, May 27 at 10 am until Monday, May 30th at 4 am.

Given that the resurfacing and asphalt repairs require dry conditions, any further changes to the dates and timing of this work will be posted at www.hamilton.ca/lincmaintenance and on Twitter @CityofHamilton.

Valley Park Community Centre Open

Posted on by Councillor Brad Clark

HAMILTON, ON – Construction is now complete at Valley Park Community Centre, with staff ready to welcome residents back to the newly renovated facility. To mark the occasion, free drop-in open swim and gym programming will be offered between May 4 to 7, 2022. Regular drop-in swim and gym programs are set to begin on May 9, 2022, with a gradual return to full programming anticipated in the fall. 

Since closing its doors for renovations in July 2019, the City has invested approximately $14M into the Valley Park Community Centre project.

Improvements at Valley Park Community Centre include:

  • Expanded recreation programming space
  • New reception desk and common areas
  • Roofing replacement
  • Exterior cladding and block repair
  • Pool boiler, pumps and water heater
  • Barrier-free washrooms
  • Painting of pool area ceiling
  • Arena dehumidifier
  • HVAC replacement
  • Building automation and security systems
  • Parking lot resurfacing

A grand re-opening of the facility is anticipated for July 2022.

Quick Facts

  • Valley Park Community Centre first opened its doors in 1982, with the last renovation occurring in 1990 to create the addition of the arena and aquatics complex to the existing recreation centre and library facilities.
  • Valley Park Community Centre’s recreation facility space is approximately 1290 square metres. 
  • Facility amenities include: on-site parking, free Wi-Fi, automatic doors, service counter, accessible washrooms, warm teaching pool, accessible pool access (ramp), viewing areas, lockers, activity rooms, change tables, gym and universal change rooms.

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“Staff are looking forward to welcoming back residents to Valley Park Community Centre. As one of the busiest recreation centres in Hamilton, we know how much these new renovations will benefit the health and wellness of the community for years to come.”  

– Chris Herstek, Director, Recreation

Family Fireworks Bylaw Changes

Posted on by Councillor Brad Clark
Photo Hamilton Fire Department

On April 27, 2022, Hamilton City Council received and approved the Fire Chief’s Report amending Hamilton’s fireworks bylaw. This change was prompted by my motion, supported by Council, to have our Fire Department review the family fireworks bylaw. In 2021, Council received many complaints from residents about the night after night noise, increased power of the fireworks, burning embers landing cars, roofs, decks and pool covers.

Here are the changes:

(a) That the sale of family fireworks be permitted for only seven days prior to Victoria
Day and Canada Day – reduced from 14 days in the current By-law;
(b) That the use/discharge of family fireworks be permitted on Victoria Day and
Canada Day only, or in case of inclement weather the day immediately following
Victoria Day or Canada Day. This would reduce the number of use/discharge
days to a total of two days each year from the current 10;
(c) That the use/discharging of family fireworks be limited to the time period between
dusk and 11:00 p.m. on Victoria Day and Canada Day only (or the day following
each holiday in case of inclement weather); and,
(d) That the use of professional display/pyrotechnic fireworks be maintained as per
current practice as this supports the message of diversity and inclusivity in the
community by allowing groups, organizations, and communities to celebrate on
any day of the year pending permit issuance.

The Fire Department and our Communications Team will be initiated a broad public communications plan to inform residents of the changes.

Please be considerate of your neighbours when setting off fireworks in your community and remember to be safe.