The City of Hamilton has repeatedly deferred releasing the costs associated with the Water Workers strike. Despite multiple follow-up requests from both Greg Hoath, Business Manager for the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 772, and The Hamiltonian, the information has not been provided.
We have emphasized to the City the importance of publishing these figures early in the month, rather than closer to the holiday period when public attention traditionally shifts away from municipal matters.
The City may choose to be transparent or not. While we cannot compel disclosure, we can continue to pose clear, fair, and reasonable questions. How the City responds — or declines to respond — remains its responsibility to explain.

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