The Minutes, hosted by Jeff Walters, is a weekly exploration of Thunder Bay’s Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings.Each episode features an overview of the latest meeting, plus engaging interviews with city staff and administration, providing detailed insights and perspectives beyond traditional news coverage.“The Minutes” is presented by the City of Thunder Bay and is not politically affiliated with individual councillors.
We start the New Year with an update on the Community, Youth and Cultural Funding program for 2025 with Callie Hemsworth. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at Thunder Bay City Council on Monday night.
08/01/2025 • 23:20
City Manager John Collin sits down with Host Jeff Walters to give a year-end review, and look ahead to what 2025 could bring to the City of Thunder Bay. Hint: The word 'growth' is used a lot.
23/12/2024 • 16:46
City Council asked for a few changes to the proposed Boulevard Garden and Maintenance By-law. Danielle Thom, the Climate Action Specialist will talk about why this by-law is needed, and how it will increase biodiversity in the City. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council this week.
18/12/2024 • 22:53
There are more changes coming to parking in Thunder Bay. Municipal Parking Services Supervisor Jonathan Paske explains what these changes are, and how they will impact when you pay to park across the city. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council on Monday night.
11/12/2024 • 19:04
The first snowfall of the year is now on the ground, and Roads Manager Ian Spoljarich will explain how the Roads Division tackles plowing, salting and sanding throughout the winter months. As well, host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council on Monday night.
04/12/2024 • 15:30
This week, City Council debated the proposed location for a temporary village. Rilee Willianen, the City's Encampment Lead, will discuss next steps for the project, after Council voted to not locate the village on Miles Street East. As well, host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Hall.
27/11/2024 • 20:36
It will be easier for kids to cross the street at three schools in Thunder Bay, with new crossing guards being posted across the city. Crossing Guard Supervisor Michelle Reimer will talk about expanding the crossing guard program, while host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council.
20/11/2024 • 20:04
Council got its first look at the 2025 Capital Budget, with Commissioner of Corporate Services and City Treasurer Keri Greaves explaining why this proposed budget is coming to council before the new year. Also, host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Hall on Monday night.
06/11/2024 • 24:23
Booking a campsite or swimming lessons online are now possible because of the city's digital strategy. Director of Corporate Information Technology Jack Avella stops by the studio to talk about more digital services in Thunder Bay. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Hall on Monday night.
30/10/2024 • 21:33
City Council spent a lot of time debating the creation of a village site as a response to encampments in Thunder Bay. Drug Strategy Specialist Rilee Willianen will talk about Council's decision, and host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Hall on Monday night.
23/10/2024 • 22:39
Thunder Bay Transit will undergo a transformation over the next couple of years. Transit Manager Brad Loroff will give us a look at what's in store. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council on Monday night.
09/10/2024 • 22:22
City Clerk Krista Power brings an update on what the City Council Composition Review Committee has been up to for the past year, and what options will be presented to the public comment in the coming weeks. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council on Monday night.
25/09/2024 • 20:01
The future of the James Whalen tugboat was decided at the September 16 council meeting. Parks and Open Spaces Manager Cory Halvorsen will talk about what options there are for the tug, along with future plans for the VIA Rail train display. As well, host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council.
18/09/2024 • 19:59
A new policy for outdoor rinks is the focus at this week's City Council meeting. Parks and Open Spaces Manager Cory Halvorsen talks about why it's important to have people using the rinks built by parks staff. As well, host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council this week.
11/09/2024 • 15:27
Thunder Bay Fire Rescue Chief Dave Paxton discusses the approval to purchase a new pumper truck, and how TBFR budgets and plans for asset maintenance and replacement. And this week's guest host, Stephanie Reid gives an update of what happened at council.
29/08/2024 • 18:52
We discuss why encampment distance guidelines are remaining the same in Thunder Bay, along with announcing some changes to parking in the North Core. As well, host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council on Monday night.
14/08/2024 • 11:08
City Council revisited encampment guidlines this week, and we'll hear why no changes were recommended. As well, we will hear about changes to parking in the North Core, and Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council.
14/08/2024 • 11:08
Details on the incentives available to get more homes and apartments built in Thunder Bay were released this week, with Housing Accelerator Coordinator Darrik Smith bringing the details to The Minutes. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council this week.
24/07/2024 • 21:33
This week, we'll hear how the City is moving forward on its Recreation and Facilities Master Plan - which is more than hockey and baseball. Callie Hemsworth will detail where we are in the plan, and where we are heading. As well, host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Hall on Monday night.
17/07/2024 • 13:49
This week, Cynthia Olsen, the Director of Strategy and Engagement and Rilee Willianen, a Policy and Research Analyst will talk about encampments and how the City will implement guidelines on encampment locations. As well, newly-retired City Manager Norm Gale will give a farewell, and host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Hall on Monday night.
26/06/2024 • 25:26
Paid parking was back on the agenda this week as City Council heard a number of deputations in opposition to the recently increased rates and times. In this episode we chat with Supervisor of Municipal Parking Services, Jonathan Paske to get the details on the changes to the new policy, and fill-in host Stephanie Reid has a rudndown of what happened at Monday's Council meeting.
19/06/2024 • 07:55
Ice is the hot topic this week at City Council, as we chat with Parks and Open Spaces Manager Cory Halvorsen about Outdoor Rinks. Host Jeff Walters also has a rundown of what happened at City Council this week.
05/06/2024 • 22:30
City council voted to proceed with a design-build RFP for the proposed Indoor Turf Facility. Kayla Dixon, the director of engineering will discuss what this means for the proposed building. Host Jeff Walters will have a rundown of what happened at Thunder Bay City Council on Monday night.
29/05/2024 • 16:03
This week, Kelvin Jankowski, the Manager of Capital Facilities Construction talks about changing Thunder Bay's fleet to zero-emission vehicles. Council heard a first report on the transition to a zero-emission fleet, starting with transit buses, pickup trucks, and other readily available vehicles. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council this week.
15/05/2024 • 16:19
On this week’s episode of The Minutes, Manager of Solid Waste and Recycling Services Jason Sherband updates us on the new curbside recycling program starting on July 1. Also, Amy Coomes stops in to talk about Thunder Bay’s Asset Management plan, and host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council on Monday night.
08/05/2024 • 27:05
The potential for designated encampments in Thunder Bay is the big topic at City Council this week. Cynthia Olsen, the Director of Strategy and Engagement will talk about the possibility of encampments. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council this week.
24/04/2024 • 16:10
Parks and Open Spaces Manager Cory Halvorsen drops by to talk about Phase Two of the Centennial Botanical Conservatory renovation. The two-year job will rebuild most of the aging building, which holds a number of tropical plants. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at Thunder Bay City Council on Monday night.
17/04/2024 • 16:35
City Forester Dan Corbett talks about the Emerald Ash Borer strategy, and how ash trees are being replaced throughout Thunder Bay. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at City Council on Monday night.
10/04/2024 • 22:31
Community Safety and Well-Being Specialist Lee-Ann Chevrette drops by to speak about the CSWB Plan, and how it impacts people across Thunder Bay. Host Jeff Walters has a rundown of what happened at Thunder Bay City Council this week.
27/03/2024 • 15:02
City Clerk Krista Power joins host Jeff Walters to talk about the Integrity Commissioner report, and explain exactly what this third-party does. Also, there will be a rundown of what happened on Monday night.
20/03/2024 • 11:38
