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The Minutes is a weekly exploration of Thunder Bay’s 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.

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Host Amy Stasiewicz gives an update on what happened at this week's City Council meeting. Rilee Willianen, the City's Supervisor of Encampment Response, joins the Minutes studio to discuss the guiding criteria for designated encampment sites, the 10 ... more

Host Amy Stasiewicz gives an update on what happened at this week's Finance and Administration and Quality of Life Standing Committee meetings. Matthew Miedema, the City's Director of Engineering, joins the Minutes studio to chat about the City's Inf... more

Host Amy Stasiewicz gives an update on what happened at this week's City Council meeting, including an update on the 2026 Operating Budget.

Amy also has an interview with Matt Pearson, the City's Senior Advisor - Growth, to learn more about the Eye... more

Host Amy Stasiewicz gives an update on what happened at this week's Quality of Life and Growth Standing Committee meetings and has an interview with Danielle Slongo, the City's Climate Action Specialist, to learn more about the Home Energy Improvemen... more

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Matt Pearson
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Danielle Slongo
Climate Action Specialist focused on driving the NETSEER strategy for the City.
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Episode: January 26, 2026 - Home Energy Improvement Loan Program
Keri Greaves
Commissioner of Corporate Services and the City's Treasurer
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Episode: January 19, 2026 - 2026 Operating Budget
Jamie Taylor
CEO of the Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission
Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission
Episode: January 12, 2026 - CEDC Strategic Plan
Jack Avella
Director of Corporate Information Technology
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Episode: January 5, 2026 - 2025 Digital Strategy Update
Kevin Anderson
Acting Division Chief of Fire Prevention and Investigation
Thunder Bay Fire Rescue
Episode: Special Episode - Fire Prevention
Deanna Walker
Manager of Realty Services
City of Thunder Bay
Episode: December 1, 2025 - Opportunity Sites and Surplus Lands Proposals
Kelly Robertson
Commissioner of Community Services
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Episode: November 17, 2025 - Tbaytel Multiplex Operating Model
Kristen Lovato-Day
Policy and Research Analyst for Corporate Services
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Episode: November 17, 2025 - Tbaytel Multiplex Operating Model

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Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the discussions, noting it helps them understand city governance without needing to sift through complex documents. Many find the content engaging and relevant to their civic interests, enhancing their connection to local affairs.

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February 17, 2026 - Encampment Response Update
Q: How do you determine which sites are actually safe, accessible, and workable?
Safety, accessibility, and workability are directly addressed through several guiding criteria, including operational access for sanitation and emergency services.
February 17, 2026 - Encampment Response Update
Q: Can you explain what the guiding criteria are and why they're important?
The guiding criteria build on distance guidelines to ensure encampments are located considering safety and accessibility, incorporating operational considerations for outreach and emergency services.
February 10, 2026 - Infrastructure and Operations Update
Q: What processes or practices help your department achieve projects under budget?
The familiarity of in-house teams with all project phases allows for effective management and learning from past projects, leading to cost savings.
February 10, 2026 - Infrastructure and Operations Update
Q: How are these projects funded?
Projects are funded through a mix of tax dollars, federal and provincial funds, and various grants to minimize the taxpayer impact.
February 10, 2026 - Infrastructure and Operations Update
Q: So, where do the project ideas actually come from?
Project ideas in engineering come from both asset renewal plans and master plans developed through public feedback and city assessments.

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This podcast serves as a comprehensive source of information regarding the workings of Thunder Bay's City Council, offering insights into recent council meetings and community events. Each episode typically features interviews with city staff, leaders, and experts, shedding light on various civic topics such as urban development, public safety initiatives, community events, and municipal strategies. What sets this podcast apart is its focus on delivering factual, easily digestible updates that streamline the complexities of council operations into accessible formats for listeners, ultimately fostering community engagement and awareness of local governance.

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