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Spacing thinks the most public of public spaces in Toronto should be City Hall. It is where the beacon of local democracy should fly highest. There are many discussions currently underway that focus on how our local democracy can work better, with an emphasis on the power of the mayor, city council, and community councils.Continue readinghttp://www.nowtoronto.com/issues/2004-04-01/news_story2-1.jpg