Our priorities
A plan for Ward 1 built on what residents actually said at the door. Six issues, each with what I heard, how I’d approach it, and what I’ll push for on council.
Traffic congestion
Traffic on residential streets, congestion at key intersections and safety around schools are recurring concerns for Ward 1 residents. Families want safer streets and practical improvements that make it easier to move through the ward.
Start with the problem, not a predetermined solution. Use traffic data, collision history and resident feedback to identify problem areas, then prioritize improvements based on safety, impact and cost.
- Review traffic flow and signal timing at Ward 1's busiest intersections
- Identify and prioritize school-zone safety improvements, including crossings, sidewalks, signage and traffic-calming measures where needed
- Push for a published priority list so residents can see what is being addressed, when and why
Taxes & City Spending
Rising property taxes are putting more pressure on household budgets. Seniors and long-time residents are especially concerned about being able to afford to stay in the homes and neighbourhoods they’ve built their lives around.
Every tax dollar should have a purpose. Understand the need, consider the long-term cost, measure the results, and make sure residents are getting real value from the money the City spends.
Responsible growth
Residents aren’t opposed to growth, but they are concerned about what happens when roads, infrastructure and public services don’t keep pace with new development.
Growth should come with a plan. As Ward 1 grows, infrastructure and City services need to keep pace. That means understanding capacity before major decisions are made and identifying what improvements will be needed as new residents and businesses arrive.
- Push for clear infrastructure and service-capacity planning alongside major growth, so residents can see what improvements are needed, when they are required and how they will be funded.
- Make it easier for residents to understand major development proposals, provide input early in the process and know how their concerns were considered before Council makes a decision.
Responsible growth
Growth feels chaotic. Schools and sewers aren’t keeping pace with the new buildings going up beside them.
As Ward 1 grows, City services and infrastructure need to keep pace. Plan for the real impact of development, identify gaps early, and make sure roads, transit, public services and infrastructure can support the people who call the community home.
Strict impact fees
Developers pay their share of school expansions and utility upgrades.
Community voice mandates
Neighbourhood input meetings before any major plan reaches a vote.
Infrastructure & maintenance
Residents want roads, sidewalks and public infrastructure maintained before small problems become expensive ones. Uneven or deteriorating sidewalks can also make it harder for seniors and people with mobility challenges to get around their neighbourhood safely.
Taking care of what we already own should be a priority. Understand the condition of City infrastructure, plan maintenance before problems become more expensive, and make responsible decisions about when to repair, replace or invest in something new.
- Public repair tracking with clear timelines and measurable results.
- Identify sidewalk issues and publish a needs-based schedule that prioritizes repairs based on condition, safety and use.
- Push for a fix-it-first approach that prioritizes preventative maintenance before avoidable problems become costly repairs.
Parks & green spaces
Our parks and green spaces are an important part of Ward 1. Residents want them to be safe, clean and well maintained, with issues like lighting, accessibility and aging amenities addressed before they become bigger problems.
Safe, clean parks matter to Ward 1. Identify what needs attention, prioritize the work, and make sure our public spaces remain places residents can enjoy.
Create a clear, needs-based priority list for Ward 1 parks, focusing investment on safety, accessibility, maintenance and improvements that will have the greatest community impact.
Ready to make Ward 1 better?
These priorities are a starting point, not a finished list. Tell me what’s missing from your street and it goes on the record.