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By itsjustme (registered) | Posted November 06, 2016 at 12:35:32 in reply to Comment 120407
Bobby, I understand what you are saying Waterdown as well as some other communities are pretty distinct. However I always find it funny that while these outlying communities refuse to have anything to do with Hamilton, they don’t mind relying on Hamilton’s services, ie water, police waste collection etc. Of course it’s hard to give up what really becomes part of your identity.… Your city or town for many becomes part of who you are. You grow up proud that you are from Ancaster, Waterdown or Dundas, Then, one day are told, nah.. you’re from Hamilton now :) It’ll take time, but I’m sure this will change. I think It’s important that these communities hold on to what make them unique, but at the same time, embrace Hamilton as home, and work towards making it the best city it can be.
I really think it’s up to council especially Mayor Fred to make this a priority to try to bring the city together, start actually working together as a team not as small special interest groups as several councilors are doing now. In my opinion, councilors Farr and Green and to a lesser extent Johnson, need to either change their ways, or at least learn to keep their mouths shut. Their often sarcastic tone towards other wards is VERY divisive, and only creates animosity with other wards. Their attitude appears to be, “if it’s not about the core… It’s not important.” Time to grow up, and look at the big picture. Represent your ward first however keep in mind, that your ward is part of a much larger city not just the downtown core.
Comment edited by itsjustme on 2016-11-06 12:36:20
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