Safe Communities
Too many people are injured and die in our crosswalks. We can fix this. A rethinking of the modes of transit in our municipality - pedestrians, bicycles, motor vehicles - can yield very positive results.
Blue Mountain Birch Cove Wilderness Area
We here in the HRM at large have an opportunity. An opportunity to create a beautiful and meaningful wildlife reserve within arms reach of all members of the HRM, and a destination point for residents across Nova Scotia and beyond. The process is not yet complete. But we are nearing a possible conclusion. Regarding the
Spraying Chemicals in the City
A resident in the Creighton park area with whom I spoke recently told me of an issue with the golf course using chemicals to spray their grass, while at the same time leaving residents guessing as to what pesticides and herbicides are being used, and when they will be used. The resident is part of
Branding
A topic of common concern to residents of Dartmouth and other communities of the HRM is the wording of signs. There are many communities in the present HRM. Each of these communities has its own unique history and pride. Residents of individual communities feel a sense of pride and identity in being a member of
SAFETY: Crosswalks, Intersections, and Neighbourhoods
Crosswalks After returning from Japan to my home province of Nova Scotia, my wife and I first rented temporarily in the South End of Halifax. Very quickly I recognized there was a major safety issue with the push-button flashing-amber crosswalks that are commonplace here. I said to my wife and friends that these crosswalks are
Bicycle Safety
Many District 5 residents have stated bicycle safety is an Issue of Special Concern, and it was pointed out to me that there are many different reasons for bicycling including commuting, exercising, sport training, and other recreation. We have seen improvements in the HRM regarding bicycle lanes, and this progress is fantastic! But there is
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