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OPINION: 'Guelph has become a cold and mean place in recent weeks'

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All people are welcome downtown as they are everywhere else in Guelph but there are society rules to follow and societal norms. Societal norms are unwritten rules, that define acceptable and appropriate actions. Pitching a tent in city flower beds, washing clothes and oneself in the fountains, taking over benches with your belongings, doing your business in the woods along the river, and other things is not acceptable or appropriate by anyone. Downtown is a living, breathing community lived in by hundreds, including myself. All parts of the community need to do their part, including the far flung neighbourhoods in this city in regards to this issue. Maybe some of the services, especially for the homeless, found in the downtown need to be spread around the city instead, so that everyone gets to experience this situation, and not just those that live, work and play in the downtown.

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'I am sorry': Mayor Guthrie backpedal, orders bike lanes plowed

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Though they may be legally permitted to use bike lanes, they are also legally allowed to use sidewalks. In that sidewalks are already plowed in the city of Guelph, there is no right being infringed on by the bike lanes not being plowed.

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'I am sorry': Mayor Guthrie backpedal, orders bike lanes plowed

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Electric bikes are treated as pedestrians and as such they should be using the sidewalks, which are cleared by the city. There is no reason whatsoever for them to be using a bike lane or as some of them do the roadway. These bike lanes are not for the most vulnerable. If you are going to make a case for bike lanes to be kept clear state the facts, not some tear jerking statement that is only meant to evoke an emotional response.

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Province seeking demolition crew for historic trestle bridge

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This is a stupid waste of money as it will cost more to demolition versus fix. This is bridge has historical significance and would be a great link to the trail system in this area, especially with the new homes to be built in this area. This has nothing to do with safety but a failure to recognize that there are other choices.

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Public meeting set for proposed 14-storey downtown building

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People are always saying that there is no parking downtown but the parking garages, especially the market parking building has a low usage. The parking lot on Neeve Street is permit parking only and it is never, ever used. I'm not sure why the city ever developed this parking lot. We need to get away from saying that parking is a requirement. The people that will purchase here will no upfront that there is no parking and if that is a problem they will purchase somewhere else. This is a great opportunity for a car share opportunity using a few spot in the market square parking lot.

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City looks to introduce 24/7 paid parking in city lots

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Yes and where are you going to park in Elora and St Jacobs? No where as close as the parkades in Guelph and of course the gas to the locations is more than what you would ever pay for parking in Guelph

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Downtown Guelph to get thousands of year-round twinkle lights

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Well please do not come downtown. You obviously only want to see what is negative, so instead please stay in your sterile, boring, and historically insignificant suburban abode.

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Five parks identified in city’s homelessness response

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The River Walk Part has no room whatsoever for washrooms so it makes no sense that it would be on this list. Both this park as well as John Galt and Heritage Parks are very narrow and not conducive to encampments at all.

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U of G aims to nearly double student housing access in next decade

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Looks like the University is serious about housing future students. This is great news.

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City to move ahead with demolition, commemoration of historic bridge

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With the expanded Macdonell Bridge there really is no need for the ward bridge. Just because it was promised back in 2011 doesn't mean it is a good idea for 2025, or whenever it will be built. Use the money instead for the underpass.

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Skyline wants to build 12-storey building across from city hall

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Not everyone needs a car. AS was mentioned there are many nearby parking lots where they can lease a spot or I would expect that a car share company will see an opportunity to set up shop. Those that really need a car will rent somewhere else.

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EV buses are just another status symbol for city hall

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If you cannot walk downtown, it is because you don’t want to. Sure if you are walking around at 1 am, it may not be the smartest move. I live downtown unlike others, that only want to trash downtown. If you feel more comfortable going to Stone Road Mall, so be it.

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'I am sorry': Mayor Guthrie backpedal, orders bike lanes plowed

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Municipal taxes are paid by commuters as well and even those that use the bus and train to commute to work.

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ICYMI: Puslinch residents push back against proposed new Danby HQ

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This is the right place for this development! Would you rather have a gravel pit! This area always has been a desirable location for development, since the Hanlon Expressway was built in the early 70's. The donkey sanctuary and other residents do not have the final say on this development, and versus other possible developments for this area it should be considered quite desirable. If you truly wanted somewhere quiet, peaceful and pastoral why did you ever decide to live beside two major expressways! Possibly you lived there before the early 70's but I doubt it. The minority should always be heard and if possible accommodated, but after that the silent majority wins out.

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Paid parking coming to Downtown Elora starting this fall

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That is okay, since obviously you want everything to be free I doubt if you are spending much in Elora.

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Paid parking coming to Downtown Elora starting this fall

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Honestly, what a lot of whining. There is lots of residential street parking if you are willing to walk a bit. $3 an hour is actually a cheap parking rate.

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TRAILING ALONG: A photogenic look at the Smith Property Loop

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Hmm - not one picture of the Smith Property Loop

Guelph loses a true trailblazer focused on connecting people and places

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So very sad of John’s passing. He truly did have the passion of the community in his heart. He will be missed.

Mobile ramps for businesses being proposed to increase local accessibility

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No there is not support for this proposal. Let’s be specific to businesses, as they will be far the majority user. Businesses, not tax payers should be paying for these. They are the ones that will benefit and their focus helps their image. We cannot keep on expecting everyone to pay for something that should be covered by, in this case businesses. Sure it is not a lot of money, but all of these little projects add up. No!

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Lease renewed for Guelph homeless shelter at former Norfolk Manor

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https://homelesshub.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Final-CHR-2024-25-Summary-Wellington-County-ON.pdf