Many residents believe City Council is not effectively representing their priorities and is off track in delivering results.

Essential services like snow clearing, garbage collection, and pothole repair are critical to daily life, but there are concerns about their reliability and efficiency.

Property taxes have increased significantly over recent years, causing financial strain on families and businesses, with a desire to reduce or stabilize tax levels.

Edmonton faces high unemployment and sluggish GDP growth, with concerns over attracting investment and creating sustainable, well-paying jobs.

The city’s downtown core is experiencing high vacancy rates, reduced activity, and safety concerns, impacting economic vitality and community pride.

Construction delays, cost overruns, and planning inefficiencies hinder transportation and city development initiatives, frustrating residents.

There is a perception that downtown and other areas are unsafe, with crime and disorder discouraging residents and economic activity.

Increasing homelessness and encampments, along with rising poverty levels, pose challenges to social stability and public safety.

Expansion through infill development faces resistance from established communities, and there are concerns about balancing growth with neighborhood character.

Tensions exist regarding provincial government involvement, especially in local planning issues like bike lanes, with a desire for respectful collaboration and local decision-making authority.