The photography and musings of Dave Sutherland
Old Strathcona is what it is today because it is a vibrant, active, and desirable neighborhood. It will continue to succeed and grow with more residents, not more parking. It will survive the loss of a parking lot.Read MoreBuild Communities, Not Parking Lots Redux
The City of Edmonton recently posted their street sweeping schedule for 2011, and it shows that this city has got to straighten out its priorities while it gives priority to far-flung suburbs over inner city neighborhoods and even downtown.Read MoreCoE Street Sweeping Reflects Poor Priorities
I didn’t participate in Earth Hour. Do I hate energy conservation, environmental awareness, or do I not believe in global climate change or something? I would hope no one could accuse me of anything of the sort, given previous blog posts on cycling, local food, or composting. I just believe that making a difference actually requires some thought, effort, and sometimes money.Read MoreWhy I Don’t Do Earth Hour
The City Centre Airport is not the most important issue facing our city right now. It is a red herring in one friend’s words. It is the most talked about issue right now, and getting the most press, but far from the most important.Read MoreOn Airports and Elections
I was at the Southeast LRT presentation this evening for the 7:00 PM presentation and questions. Overall I think there is a lot of support for the alignment as it is and confidence that the right balance and compromises are being made.Read MoreSE LRT Presentation