Illegal dumping is frustrating, and knowing who to call can make all the difference in getting things cleaned up quickly. Our Roads, Municipal Law Enforcement (MLE), and Waste Bylaw teams work together—but the right starting point depends on where the dumping is located and whether it needs investigation . Below is an easy guide to help you report issues confidently. Dumping on Private Property → Contact MLE Q: I see garbage or debris on someone’s private property. Who ha

Updates on New Signage, Enforcement, and Resident Reporting Residents in the Dickenson Road, Glancaster Road, and Book Road area have raised ongoing concerns about heavy truck traffic, shortcutting, and evening activity on local roads. Councillor Mark Tadeson has been actively working with City Transportation staff and Hamilton Police to understand the issues, improve signage, and support better compliance with the City’s Truck Route By-law. In response to resident feedback C

Parents and caregivers across Hamilton are being invited to take part in an important community conversation focused on youth safety. Hamilton Police are hosting a series of information sessions designed to help families better understand current youth violence trends, the growing misuse of bear spray, and how to support young people in navigating conflict safely. These sessions are practical, informative, and focused on prevention. Attendees will learn: What’s driving youth

A community meeting has been scheduled to discuss Cachet Park within the Cachet Binbrook development. Residents have requested a meeting regarding recent development plan changes. This public meeting is intended to provide a space to share information, hear from residents directly, and allow for discussion with the developer and the Ward Councillor. Representatives from Cachet and Councillor Mark Tadeson will be in attendance and available to engage with residents. This is a

NEW! my.Hamilton.ca The City of Hamilton has launched my.hamilton.ca , a new online portal designed to make it easier for residents to connect with City services and information. The portal brings a variety of commonly used City services together in one place, allowing residents to submit requests, track updates, and access information online at any time . This initiative is part of the City’s ongoing efforts to modernize service delivery and improve how residents interact

The City of Hamilton is asking residents for feedback on a proposed Harmonized Private Tree By-law , along with updates to the City’s existing Woodland By-laws and Tree Protection Guidelines . These proposed changes are part of the City’s Urban Forest Strategy , which was approved by Council in 2023. One of the strategy’s goals is to increase Hamilton’s urban tree canopy to 40% by 2050 . Why is this being considered? Trees play an important role in Hamilton’s environment and

The City of Hamilton is continuing infrastructure work related to the Dickenson Road East Sanitary Sewer and Watermain Project (Contract C15-11-22) . As part of this work, Dickenson Road East will be temporarily closed between 6299 Dickenson Road East and 6191 Dickenson Road East to allow crews to safely continue construction activities. The work is being completed by Technicore Underground Limited on behalf of the City of Hamilton and includes the installation of new sanit

Residents are invited to save the date for an upcoming Ward 11 public meeting focused on truck routes and truck traffic across the community. Councillor Mark Tadeson will be joined by City of Hamilton Transportation staff to discuss current truck route designations and ongoing transportation studies affecting Ward 11. As Binbrook, Mount Hope, and Glanbrook continue to grow , it is important that our road network supports economic activity while also considering safety, traff

The City of Hamilton is investing more than $150 million in 2026 to improve roads and transportation infrastructure across the city. These investments support road resurfacing, reconstruction projects, active transportation improvements, and other upgrades that help residents travel safely and efficiently. During the City’s recent budget engagement process, residents identified road conditions and infrastructure renewal as top priorities . The 2026 Budget includes sustained

Looking for a fun way to keep the kids active this March Break? Councillor Mark Tadeson is pleased to sponsor a series of Free Open Skates at the Glanbrook Arena! Whether you’re a seasoned skater or just getting your balance on the ice, all Ward 11 residents are welcome to join us for these complimentary community sessions. Where: Glanbrook Arena 4300 Binbrook Road When: Sunday, March 15: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Tuesday, March 17: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Sunday, March 22: 1:00 PM

2026 Budget Update: Putting Your Tax Dollars to Work—Carefully When families and businesses are stretched thin, the last thing they need is a Council that isn't watching the same bottom line they are. In this year's budget deliberations, my focus remained simple: find real savings without cutting the services Ward 11 residents count on. My Commitment to Fiscal Responsibility As your representative, I want to be very clear: I have never supported the City’s annual tax increas

The Rain Ready Hamilton program, administered by Green Venture in partnership with the City of Hamilton, offers residents rebates of up to $5,000 to install landscaping features that manage rainwater on their property. Whether you're looking to add a rain garden, permeable driveway, or rainwater collection system, the program helps make these upgrades affordable while improving your property's appearance and value. Funding Tiers Tier 1 — Up to $1,500 Rain gardens, rainwater

Report Any Neighbourhood Problem in Ward 11 Did you know the City of Hamilton has a single online portal where you can report almost any neighbourhood concern? While the main City line ( 905-546-2489 ) is a great catch-all, using the direct contacts below can often get your request to the right department faster. The fastest way: Visit services.my.hamilton.ca/reportaproblem or use the specific contacts below. For emergencies, always call 911 . Quick-Reference Reporting Guid

Potholes, sinkholes, debris on the road — Ward 11 residents have several ways to report road maintenance concerns to the City of Hamilton quickly and easily. Here's what you need to know. Potholes, Sinkholes & Road Cuts A pothole is a defect caused by pavement fatigue, poor sub-surface support, or moisture penetration. A sinkhole is a natural surface depression — deeper and often larger than a pothole, ranging from less than a metre to several hundred metres wide. A road cut

Hamilton's recycling program has undergone some important changes this year, and we want to make sure every Ward 11 resident, business owner, and property manager has the information they need. For Residents: Your Blue Box Collection Hasn't Changed As of January 1, 2026, Hamilton's residential Blue Box program is now managed by Circular Materials Ontario, with collection services handled by GFL Environmental Inc . This wasn't a City of Hamilton decision, it is as a result o

Curbside yard waste collection returns to Ward 11 beginning the week of March 2, 2026, continuing weekly on your regular waste collection day through Friday, December 11, 2026. Residents are reminded that yard waste is also accepted free of charge, year-round, at any of the City's three Community Recycling Centres — a convenient option outside of collection season or for larger quantities. For full details on accepted materials, collection guidelines, and Community Recycling

A message from Councillor Mark Tadeson Environment Canada has issued an Orange Warning for freezing rain for the City of Hamilton. With accumulations of up to 12 mm and wind gusts reaching 55 km/h expected throughout the day, several local services, schools, and programs have been impacted. While my office remains open to assist residents, we encourage everyone to exercise extreme caution if you must travel today. 🏫 School and Education Closures Due to the inclement weathe

Hamilton offers property tax assistance programs for eligible residents, with applications due March 2, 2026 . The Seniors Property Tax Rebate provides tax relief for qualifying seniors and includes an additional Utility Rebate for residents with active metered water accounts. If you've already applied and received the rebate in 2025, you're automatically re-enrolled for 2026—no new application needed. However, if your circumstances change and you no longer meet eligibility c

Access to family doctors continues to be a challenge for many residents in Ward 11, particularly in Binbrook, Mount Hope, and other fast-growing areas where healthcare services are under pressure. The Hamilton Health Team is working to improve access to primary care by coordinating connections between residents who do not have a family doctor and providers who are accepting new patients across Hamilton, Haldimand, and Niagara North West. How Ward 11 Residents Can Use the Ser

I spent the early morning and late night hours of January 18-20 traveling back and forth to Toronto on the GO Train to attend the Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference, meeting directly with provincial ministers to advance Ward 11 and rural priorities across Hamilton. Councillors Jeff Beattie, Maureen Wilson, and Mike Spadafora joined me on this annual advocacy trip. Rural Development Grant Expansion I led discussions with Minister Thompson, the Minister of Rural Aff