by KCU | Dec 22, 2024 | City Hall
During her election campaign in 2022, Kamloops City Councillor Margot Middleton publicly pledged to donate her council salary to local charities, citing her financial independence. Years have passed, and the public has yet to see evidence of this commitment being...
by KCU | Dec 20, 2024 | City Hall
The defamation case between Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson and Councillor Katie Neustaeter is inching closer. Some media outlets are continuing to advance Council’s “Communication Strategy” by rallying in support of her; yet the mayor continues to undermine his own...
by KCU | Dec 18, 2024 | City Hall
KCU Statement: We are a grassroots group-meaning individual perspectives do not necessarily reflect the views of the group as a whole. As the “unofficial opposition” in city hall, however; our common goal is improved accountability, communication, and transparency...
by KCU | Dec 13, 2024 | City Hall
This is rich! Where were Councillor Kelly Hall’s concerns about raising taxes when he staunchly supported and pushed through tax increases of $25, $50, $75, $100, and $125 for a Performing Arts Centre, and an undefined multiplex? At that time, he showed no hesitation...
by KCU | Dec 6, 2024 | AAP, Arena Multiplex, City Hall, PAC
Why is the AAP’s lawsuit against the city more vital than ever? The City of Kamloops Council and Administration need more focus. They are mixing up their priorities in a way that harms the community. Knowing a facility’s budget shortfall announcement and...
by KCU | Dec 4, 2024 | City Hall
Councillor Sarai’s apology is hardly a surprise. After recording his conversation with the Mayor, he had numerous chances to come forward. He had 300 days to confess and apologize, yet chose not to. A more skeptical view might suggest that his apology now; is...