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Council begins with pomp, circumstance, and vastly expanded mayoral powers

City Hall Watcher #202: A preview of the first Council meeting of the 2022-2026 term, a look at whether John Tory needs stronger mayor powers to build housing & more!

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Nov 21, 2022
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Hey there! What a week.

The first Council meeting of the new term kicks off Wednesday. The first meeting is typically a happy occasion with a real first-day-of-camp vibe. There are photos. People dress a bit nicer than they usually do. There are speeches and back-slapping and a reception with snacks and drinks.

There are exceptions, of course. It’s not al…

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