Night Before Christmas 2024

Night Before Christmas 2024

by | Dec 24, 2024 | City Hall

‘Twas the night before Christmas in ol’ Kamloops town, The council was stirring, with furrow and frown. The chambers were filled with debate and despair, While whispers of scandals hung thick in the air. The mayor was nestled, but not with much peace, With lawsuits...
Councillor Middleton-Public Promises and Transparency

Councillor Middleton-Public Promises and Transparency

by | 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...
Kamloops City Hall Continues To Be A Spectacle

Kamloops City Hall Continues To Be A Spectacle

by | 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...
We Are a Grassroots Group

We Are a Grassroots Group

by | 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...
Councillor Hall Concerned About Raising Taxes

Councillor Hall Concerned About Raising Taxes

by | 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...
AAP Lawsuit More Vital Than Ever

AAP Lawsuit More Vital Than Ever

by | 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...