Moore in the Morning Hour 3- John Moore- Looking back at the municipal politics of 2025, the risk of a U.S. government shutdown is back on Capitol Hill just weeks into the new year and free for all round two.
Dec 30, 2025
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Tax Hikes Without Clear Service Payoff
- Toronto faced consecutive large property tax hikes without clear cuts to services, creating public confusion about municipal finances.
- Hosts and CP24 guests concluded higher taxes haven't clearly translated into better everyday services for residents.
Operational Failures Signal Systemic Oversight Gaps
- Multiple service failures (snow clearing, broken equipment, ignored calls) pointed to systemic oversight problems at City Hall.
- Panelists tied those operational failures to weak accountability across staff and the mayor's office.
Transit Perception Creates A Vicious Funding Cycle
- TTC performance and rider safety perceptions are eroding ridership and farebox revenue.
- Panelists warned the resulting revenue drop worsens service quality, creating a vicious cycle for transit funding.