Comments for Zeeshan Hamid

Comment on More on online voting by Jennifer Holding Smith via Facebook

Jennifer Holding Smith via Facebook — Tue, 15 May 2012 14:10:55 +0000

I’m generally all for this. My one remaining concern is the potential for family members (i.e. husbands) to vote on behalf of their wives and children. Sounds paranoid, but I’ve seen it happen in other contexts. Still, I’m convinced that the benefits outweigh the risks in this case. Can’t wait!

Comment on Town of Milton to consider online voting for 2014 by Colm Lynn via Facebook

Colm Lynn via Facebook — Fri, 11 May 2012 02:25:50 +0000

After the debacle that was the last election I would fully support this. Why someone would have to wait an hour in a crowded church or have to drive half an hour to vote is beyond me

Comment on Scott Neighbourhood Park North Concepts by JPaulson

JPaulson — Thu, 10 May 2012 14:40:54 +0000

It won’t matter which Concept is chosen here, this park will never be a successful park.
It is bordered by to major car-centric roads, and a low density dead-end.
This park cannot interface with its community.

“You can neither lie to a neighbourhood park, nor reason with it. ‘Artist’s conceptions’ and persuasive renderings can put pictures of life into proposed neighbourhood parks or park malls, and verbal rationalizations can conjure up users who ought to appreciate them, but in real life only diverse surroundings have the practical power of inducing a natural, continuing flow of life and use.”
― Jane Jacobs, The Death and Life of Great American Cities

Comment on Scott Neighbourhood Park North Concepts by Jay Hooper

Jay Hooper — Wed, 09 May 2012 19:59:55 +0000

Concept A is the most inclusive for the majority of children. I don’t believe the proposal in concepts B and C for a cricket field is utilizing the space effectively. I think a cricket field will only be used by a small percentage of weekend cricket enthusiasts, whereas Concept A provides for the best multi-use accessibility. I also find it difficult to believe that a park situated next to residential housing does not have water access. A large splash pad would compliment the overall park quite nicely. I know I’m really going out on a limb with this idea, but what about an area for a skateboard/BMX park? It’s hard to argue that these are still ‘fringe’ sports with the popularity of both the Summer & Winter X-Games…

Comment on Scott Neighbourhood Park North Concepts by Jessica

Jessica — Wed, 09 May 2012 16:53:01 +0000

I like concept a, however, I’d like to see the playground moved in more away from Main st, towards the ball diamond, and the diamond shifted more towards Main.
You said there is no water access, but I think everyone was really hoping for a large splash pad. The immediate one for the area is small, and quite frankly boring. So I remember there were talks that we were going to get a “good one” when we were disappointed with the local ones.
Are there any preliminary drawings for the playground equipment itself? Another thing we are really hoping won’t be skimped on, and that will be an emphasis.

Comment on Scott Neighbourhood Park North Concepts by Syed Atif Ul Hasan via Facebook

Syed Atif Ul Hasan via Facebook — Wed, 09 May 2012 13:41:30 +0000

Just provided a feedback. I am in favor of Concept-A as it features a soccer field that in turn can host a drop-in cricket pitch too. We really need a place to play Cricket in Milton. I just hate travelling to Oakville, Missisauga or Brampton on Sat/Sun mornings :)

Comment on Council to debate the parking bylaw (3 hours or 5 hours) by Zeeshan Hamid via Facebook

Zeeshan Hamid via Facebook — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:01:19 +0000

BTW, change will happen by fall, so don’t start parking longer than 3 hours without considerations already :)

Comment on Council to debate the parking bylaw (3 hours or 5 hours) by Colm Lynn via Facebook

Colm Lynn via Facebook — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:47:03 +0000

I like this! This is something that affects almost everyone, especially in new neighborhoods where lots are smaller. Such a small change to have a big impact on quality of life. I’m ok with a zero tolerance approach to overnight parking since exemptions can be received. Well done!

Comment on Council to debate the parking bylaw (3 hours or 5 hours) by Zeeshan Hamid via Facebook

Zeeshan Hamid via Facebook — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 15:18:00 +0000

The council approved the change to 5 hours last night with a 7-4 vote. We also approved upgrading staff handhelds so people who get a consideration wont be ticketed (it’ll take some time to order those obviously, but eventually the problem’s getting solved). I know it was a sore point for a lot of people who got ticketed even after getting a consideration and had to waste time getting that ticket rescinded.

As for people parking and not ticketing, others are right. Bylaw officers only mark a car if they receive a complain. Otherwise they take a hands off “if neighbours are okay with the car on the street then who are we to judge” approach.

Comment on Park Public Input Sessions by Zeeshan Hamid via Facebook

Zeeshan Hamid via Facebook — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:10:57 +0000

Colm Lynn – can’t do these as a dogpark, but there’s certainly a need for one. I have some ideas for it on the west part of town. Let me follow up on it.

Comment on Park Public Input Sessions by Colm Lynn via Facebook

Colm Lynn via Facebook — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:05:53 +0000

Can we designate one of these a dog park or create another one. The existing one is a huge success and I know there is a lot of interest from dog owners on this side of town.

Comment on Council to debate the parking bylaw (3 hours or 5 hours) by Colm Lynn via Facebook

Colm Lynn via Facebook — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 21:37:48 +0000

This is a no brainer. Change to 5 hours but keep no overnight. The report states most complaints are for over night parking. Kind of silly to look at fines as a sustainable revenue stream ie balancing the budget based on breaking the law. That tells me you don’t want bylaw compliance. Sell parking permits for longer term parking to recoup the revenue.

Comment on Council to debate the parking bylaw (3 hours or 5 hours) by Helena da Silva via Facebook

Helena da Silva via Facebook — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:49:58 +0000

Parking rules in Milton are ridiculous, one more way for them to rip us off. It is embarassing to ask guests for their license plates when they arrive to your house never lived anywhere like this!

Comment on Council to debate the parking bylaw (3 hours or 5 hours) by Stephanie Coletta via Facebook

Stephanie Coletta via Facebook — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 20:04:08 +0000

I’m good with 5 hours; its tough with 3 hrs, especially when you’re having family over for a special occasion/holiday. And as for increased parking enforcement…..whatever. If they’re going to get me, they’re going to get me. 5 hours is much more reasonable and I hope it gets approved.

Comment on The Protecting Children from Internet Predators Act by Wendy Schau

Wendy Schau — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:56:03 +0000

I’m very concerned about giving government, any government, the powers this legislation gives. I’ve read 1984 and watched how governments in other countries have used their powers to quell dissent and limit the freedom of their people. We may think it could never happen here, and hopefully it won’t, but it happened in Germany, a highly developed democratic country, in the 1930′s. If that’s the actual name of the bill, it’s positively Orwellian, like Vic Toews comment that if you’re not for the bill you must be a sympathizer with child pornographers.