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I will be accountable and act

My track record proves I will continue to work hard for you.

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I am an honest vote around the table that will continue to listen to you. Motions that Passed:

  • Feasibility of Proactive Rental Regulations, Safety & Inspections
  • Declaration of a Climate Emergency & Climate Adaptation Plan
  • Climate Lens Approach - To include in Council reports, procurement and various other departments and projects
  • Accessory Dwellings - To include Enabling Policies in our Official Plan. Seniors and young adults need options for support
  • Go Train Whistle Update - Investigate what other towns are doing legally and financially since Markham was successful in whistle cessation. Precedence now set.
  • Phragmites Remediation
  • Natural Capital Assets - Include as consideration for next term budget
  • Review the Role of the Deputy Mayor in our Procedural Bylaw
  • Review of the Arts, Culture and Recreation Sponsorship grant policy
  • Open Space Private Land Re-designation
  • Mental Health Resources - Dedicated a mental health resource page for residents to easily access supports
  • Outdoor Fitness Parks - Investigate these opportunities at new or refurbish existing parks
  • Property Standards Bylaw Modernization & Review - It’s been since 1999. Example: LED Lighting, parking, retaining walls, waste diversion etc…
  • Invasive Species & Insects - Increase education awareness
  • Vibration Study - Ensure this is a requirement on any development in close proximity to heritage homes
  • Environmental Committee - Reinstated this committee
  • Review of the Urban Forestry Study - To ensure we diversify and protect our tree canopy.
  • John West Way Speed reduction & stop sign


Other achievements and contributions:


Aurora Cultural Centre Board Member

Arts & Culture Round Table: Founder of this discussion group during the pandemic

Environment Committee Chair

FCM & United Nations Climate Caucus Guest

FCM Climate Leadership Course

Ontario Climate Caucus Member

Community Energy Plan Working Group Member

Joint Council Committee Chair (Central York Fire Services)

Accessibility Committee Member

Community Advisory Committee Member

LSRCA frequent meeting guest to stay engaged and on the pulse of the environmental concerns

AMO & FCM attendee

Optimist Member

Odd Fellows Member

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