Ideas

I am of the opinion that it is better to have an idea as opposed to a belief, especially when it comes to our grassroots campaign. You can change an idea based on new information! As such, the ideas expressed below will likely evolve over time as I have the opportunity to connect with fellow Ward 11 residents to hear your thoughts and advocate for you!

Support Public Safety

During these uncertain times, we rely even more so on those serving us in public safety. Economic downturns cause increases in crime and we need to ensure our first responders are supported in their duties. Defunding the Calgary Police Service is not acceptable.

Stop Tax Hikes

Over the last ten years, Calgarians have seen large property tax increases and there appears to be no end in sight. It is time for fiscal discipline. Calgarians have had enough as they try to make a life for their families.

Live Within Our Means

Calgary's economy came crashing down in 2014 due to the collapse of oil and gas prices. Families were forced to stretch their dollars, but City Council continued on their spending spree. It is time to show fiscal responsibility and common sense when allocating tax dollars.

Prevent the Abolishment of R-1 Zoning

For many, the home is the largest purchase in life and is made based on the characteristics of street and neighborhood. To materially change these characteristics after homes are purchased is disingenuous. Densification can be achieved along transit corridors, close to commercial areas and downtown without rezoning single family detached dwellings.

Blue Line to YYC vs Green Line north

The south leg of the Green Line has been approved; however, after knocking on thousands of doors, I have heard from Ward 11 residents that an extension of the Blue Line to the Calgary Airport should be prioritized over the north leg of the Green Line. This missing airport infrastructure is critical and found in world class cities.

Save on Public Art

Why are we spending millions of dollars to outsource artwork? The Alberta University of the Arts is right here in Calgary. Why are we not offering students scholarship competitions to design public art to complement their studies? Taxpayer dollars are saved on outsourcing and our local talent is promoted and supported.

Save on Bike Lanes

Calgary has established a more than acceptable framework of bike lanes. These cost taxpayer dollars to benefit a small subset of the population. Public parking, which is already at a premium in downtown Calgary, is sacrificed for these lanes. Let's avoid more bike lanes and save taxpayer dollars.

Enact Recall Legislation

Term limits will not solve the issue of councillor complacency. If a councillor goes into a four year term, knowing that it is their last, how can we be sure they will not check out and start collecting a wage for nothing? We require integrity from councillors. With recall legislation, we can avoid this issue and hold our elected officials accountable at any time.  

Resolve Our Snow Removal Issues

I keep hearing from Calgarians that they are sick of the inefficient snow removal program currently in place. Shoveling your driveway only to have it backfilled by a passing snowplow is unacceptable. Furthermore, we have cleared streets receiving pass after pass, sparks flying, while residential streets are left to fend for themselves. It is time we improve our snow removal system to make it both effective and efficient.