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This week had Highs and Lows
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- Speaking Municipally
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- May 22, 2026
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- 2831
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Summary
The City of Edmonton announced plans to decommission and replace three iconic bridges: the High Level Bridge and the Low Level Bridges. Plus, we talk with Coun. Erin Rutherford about unfunded service packages and how the budget process is changing this year. (00:00) - Introduction (01:38) - Ad: U of A Reads (02:10) - High Level and Low Level Bridges (10:49) - Our thoughts on the bridges (27:53) - Coun. Erin Rutherford on unfunded service packages (43:55) - Interview debrief (46:41) - Close Here are the relevant links for this episode: High Level and Low Level Bridges City of Edmonton recommends decommissioning High Level and Low Level bridges Central Area Bridge Renewal Update Let's Find Out Episode 58: The MacKinnon Ravine Mystery Coun. Erin Rutherford on unfunded service packages Coun. Erin Rutherford Budget Process and Financial Strategy 2027-2030 Budget Engagement This episode is brought to you by U of A Reads from the University of Alberta. From poetry to protest, memory to motivation — U of A alumni authors unpack the forces behind their writing in candid, thought-provoking conversations. Learn more at uab.ca/reads Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton . We deliver reliable intelligence about the Edmonton region. Sign up to get The Pulse , our weekday news briefing. It's free! Want to reach the smartest, most-engaged people in the Edmonton region? Learn more about advertising with Taproot Edmonton! ★ Support this podcast ★