Safe communities start with strong local connections.
I support a community-focused approach to safety, including a Beat Cop / Community Officer model, Neighbourhood Watch initiatives as I've championed in my community, and regular town halls. I will work with residents and community partners to address small crime, discarded drug paraphernalia, and other issues affecting the safety and enjoyment of our parks and public spaces.

We don’t have to choose between drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Whether you walk, bike, drive, or take transit, our streets should work well for everyone. I support sensible road designs that recognize the diverse transportation needs of our community and help people move around Kitchissippi efficiently.

Accessible. Responsive. Accountable. If elected, I will be regularly available to residents through town halls, community meetings, newsletters, informal coffee chats, and a new Kitchissippi Presidents Council that brings together community leaders, service organizations, and community police officers to proactively address local issues. I want residents to know they can reach me, share their concerns, and receive timely responses. I believe the best decisions come from listening to the people who live, work, and raise their families here.

Transit should be fair, reliable, and predictable. Residents deserve a transit system they can count on. I support distance-based transit fares that better reflect how people use the system and provide greater fairness for riders. I also support improved real-time tracking and service reporting so riders have accurate information about delays, cancellations, and arrival times.

Housing solutions must work for residents and communities alike. I support both affordable housing and social housing, and believe we need practical solutions that help residents find stable housing while strengthening our neighbourhoods. 

Growing communities need growing recreation opportunities. As Kitchissippi continues to grow, our recreation infrastructure needs to grow with it. Demand for programs and services is already exceeding capacity, with many residents facing long waitlists. I support a new recreation and wellness centre in the Tunney's Pasture/Bayview area that will provide more opportunities for children, youth, families, and seniors to stay active, connected, and healthy.

Growth should strengthen our neighbourhoods, not overwhelm them. Growth is important, but it must fit within the character and needs of our neighbourhoods. I support development that addresses concerns such as parking impacts, tree loss, and compliance with existing rules. We need to ensure trees and green spaces are protected during development projects.

Parking policies should work for everyone. Based on feedback from a community parking roundtable I hosted, I will work to identify practical improvements such as free weekend parking, short-term grace periods, clearer and more consistent parking rules, resident and employee parking options, and better transparency around how parking revenues are spent. I will also advocate for solutions that reduce pressure on residential side streets and address safety concerns caused by spillover parking.

Let's make Kitchissippi a leader in community innovation. Kitchissippi has the opportunity to lead on new ideas that improve quality of life and strengthen our local economy. I support innovative initiatives such as robot deliveries, reducing red tape for neighbourhood events and park programming, and exploring new opportunities to celebrate and showcase the unique character of our community through local events, festivals, and destinations.