Affordability and Financial Responsibility

As a father with two young children, a mortgage, car payments, and bills adding up, I recognize that families and residents are struggling to make ends meet. I work two jobs to help provide for my family, but it feels like I’m working harder and harder just to stay in the same place. As Mayor I will make affordability a central priority, managing city finances responsibility and ensuring future growth is a solid investment that doesn’t come at the expense of today’s residents. Every capital project and piece of infrastructure will have a positive return on investment for you and your family.

  • Balanced housing supply

    From first time home-buyers, to renters, to older adults, there’s no question that skyrocketing housing prices are hurting our city. I will support a mix of housing types by balancing and blending need, growth, and the dynamics of our neighbourhoods. From innovative new solutions such as Tiny Homes and ARUs to using city-owned property to create more affordable housing, Cambridge has great potential to meet our need for more housing with innovative solutions that celebrates our city’s history.

    Smart zoning

    I will promote zoning policies that allow for gentle density in appropriate areas, while respecting the character of established neighbourhoods and existing infrastructure. This doesn’t mean that changes will not happen - change is inevitable - but it is up to us to embrace and combine new building techniques with historical charm.

    Working with builders and non-profits

    I will collaborate with responsible developers, builders, non-profit organizations, and housing providers, to encourage practical, timely housing solutions that the city can support and service. From container homes and ‘housing over parking’ to developments such as the Gaslight District or the Cambridge Mill, I will work to ensure that housing growth and stock is balanced, providing a range of options that lower home prices while maintaining our city’s unique charm.

  • Fees, utilities, transit costs

    I will carefully review city fees, water rates, utility rates, and transit decisions to minimize unnecessary increases and reduce the cost pressures driven by municipal choices. The reality is that much of our essential transportation is Regional and Provincial, with funding coming Federally. Whether it is improved bus service with Grand River Transit (GRT) or bringing the LRT home to Cambridge, I will work with our partners to maximize efficiency while cutting unnecessary costs and services.

    City decisions that affect household budgets

    A city needs growth and effective maintenance to create a desirable home, a sought-after tourist destination, and an atmosphere of excitement and prosperity. This makes the decisions over what capital projects to fund extremely important, because they will shape the tapestry of the city for decades to come. From reviewing development charges and city service fees, to ensuring capital projects benefit all residents and not a ‘loud minority’, I will ensure that council’s decisions impact household budgets in a way that builds prosperity, not poverty.

    Working with the Region, Province, and Feds, as partners not competitors

    The time of framing Cambridge as a competitor with other municipalities in the Region, the Province, and even amongst ourselves, must end. I recognize that our economies are built on supply-chains extending far beyond our city’s borders, and we must work alongside our partners with energy and spirit if we are to ensure economic stability moving forward. I will advocate for fairer funding partnerships with regional and senior governments, so Cambridge residents aren’t left covering any costs the city did not create, such as issues with water and garbage collection. But, I also possess the diplomacy and tact to work together with our partners to build a stronger Cambridge and Waterloo Region in an increasingly competitive national and global landscape.

  • Smarter budgeting

    I will push for a disciplined, transparent budget that prioritizes the voices of your elected officials – city councillors – as key inputs, ensuring your needs for core services are achieved through democratic means. Rather than delivering my own budget without input, I will work with your city council to reduce inefficiencies while ensuring essential projects receive funding, guaranteeing every tax dollar delivers real value for residents – today, and for years to come.

    Clear priorities

    As Mayor, I will focus city spending on essentials that benefit all - roads, infrastructure, public safety, and housing - rather than chasing costly projects, such as unnecessary river dams, that do not reflect community needs yet cost an extreme amount of money to please a small few. When it comes to ‘nice to have’ projects, this is where sponsorships, grants, and other funding mediums, should come into play – not your taxpayer dollars.

    Accountability for spending decisions

    I will strengthen oversight and decision-making at council, ensuring spending choices are backed by evidence, long-term planning, and clear public accountability.

Economic Development and Business Growth

This is the lifeblood of our city’s future. I will guide growth responsibly yet aggressively; seeking out new economic development partnerships in data storage and cloud technology, the automotive sector, and densifying our city’s cores, all while protecting heritage buildings, planning infrastructure properly, and ensuring city services work effectively and efficiently for residents to balance growth with vibrancy. Cambridge will be open for business.

  • Planning before building

    I will ensure that growth is planned alongside the infrastructure and development charges it requires, so new developments and projects do not strain roads, services, staff, or existing neighbourhoods. I always remember: it’s not just a capital cost, but an ongoing operating cost to taxpayers, for years and decades to come. This carries a great deal of forethought – and responsibility!

    Fair contributions from developers

    I will support policies that ensure property developers pay their fair share for the infrastructure their growth demands, helping to protect current residents from higher taxes and service pressures. This requires a balanced approach: ensuring our present and future needs are met, while recognizing that new development is essential to meet the growth, quality of life, and entertainment standards of a modern, dynamic city. Essential here will be working with our provincial colleagues and partners, and one of my first tasks will be to convene a meeting with our local MPPS to discuss the realities of provincial changes to development charges and how municipalities need more help if our developments are to remain viable for all.

  • Coordinated planning

    I will work to better align land-use planning, capital budgets, and infrastructure timelines so the city builds smarter and avoids costly missteps. Integral to this will be creating an environment at City Hall and Cambridge that attracts the best city- and land-use planners to our city. For much of my time on council, there was consistent turnover in planning department at all levels. This needs to stop. Instead, we must focus on attracting and retaining experts that can learn our city’s habits, goals, and aspirations, and work with developers, applicants, and all levels of government; avoiding mistakes, while gaining historical knowledge that helps all residents.

    Avoiding catch-up costs

    By planning ahead, saving, and budgeting ‘for rainy days’, I will help prevent any expensive “catch-up” projects repairing or replacing key pieces of infrastructure, that drive sudden tax increases and disrupt neighbourhoods.

    Data Centre Construction

    I will not support large-scale data centres that place significant demands on our energy, water, land, and infrastructure while providing limited long-term employment opportunities for local residents. I am open to considering smaller, localized facilities that reduce environmental impacts while still delivering many of the benefits associated with technological innovation. Any proposal would be evaluated based on its specific circumstances, community input, and whether it ultimately serves the best interests of Cambridge and our environment.

  • Proven Economic Benefits

    Light Rail Transit (LRT) has already provided billions in economic benefit and investment for our neighbours in K-W, and the economic benefits of the LRT coming to Cambridge are estimated to be even more beneficial and effectual. The LRT is not simply a train, or a mode of transportation: it is an unparalleled social and economic development engine that can modernize and transform the economic and business landscape of Cambridge for decades to come.

    Providing stability to residents, home builders, renters, and owners

    In the midst of a housing crisis, the builders of homes and businesses thrive on the certainty that LRT rails provide. Unlike normal roads or ‘bus rapid transit’, the permanent rails of an LRT demonstrate that construction costs will be worth the investment because housing density, and the amount of transit users, provide the recipe for sustainable long-term growth.

    Linking the region together, and taking K-W to Cambridge

    For too long, Cambridge taxpayers have helped pay for the LRT of K-W. Not only is it Cambridge’s turn to reap the economic and transit rewards of the LRT, but its rails create a linkage that binds our Region together; it takes K-W to us in Cambridge, increasing the viability and success of our businesses, developments, and world-class schools and heritage buildings.

  • Supporting local small, medium, and large businesses

    I will work to make City Hall a constructive partner for local businesses by reducing red tape, improving communication, and supporting a healthy business environment. Not only will greater density and housing options in our cores allow businesses to thrive, but medium and large businesses need certainty that their city is stable - this means being integrated into regional, provincial, federal, and international supply-chains that ensure consistent growth, while also having a city that supports them through fair taxation and faster correction of problems that arise.

    Making Cambridge competitive

    I will promote smart investment, infrastructure readiness, and responsible planning to ensure Cambridge remains an attractive place to invest, work, and grow. Not only does this require support from the city (see above), but Cambridge needs to be re-envisioned as a desirable place to build, to do work, and for one’s employees and one’s family to live and thrive. From infrastructure to ‘placemaking’ - creating fun, creative, and desirable forms of public activity and architecture - I will work to re-brand and re-establish Cambridge as a truly desirable place to live and do business.

  • Growth without erasing history

    I believe growth should respect Cambridge’s unique heritage and the architectural character of its historical buildings, preserving the places and neighbourhoods that give the city its identity. However, heritage must be a guide to shape future development, not a straightjacket used in an attempt to prevent changes from occurring. I will balance the city’s heritage with the need, and reality, that Cambridge must change if it is to thrive and succeed.

    Thoughtful, targeted redevelopment

    As mayor, I will encourage redevelopment that enhances communities, revitalizes underused sites, and fits the surrounding area - rather than overwhelming it.

  • To revitalize, we need more people!

    We all want our cores of Hespeler, Preston, and Galt, to be healthy and thriving centres of business, social, and educational vibrancy. But today, each stands partially empty, with our Business Improvement Area experts and staff doing their best in challenging times. The answer? More people living and working in our cores, which requires greater housing density. If more people live within walking distance of core areas, then business vibrancy, as well as street presence and security, rises in turn. As Mayor, I will push for greater density in our cores to bring life back to our city’s streets, rather than pave over farmers’ fields on the outskirts of our city.

    Smaller HCDs, with bigger Social and Economic Impact

    Rather than embrace a large ‘blanket’ HCD that includes newer homes, owners that do not wish their homes to be designated as heritage, and risks stagnating economic development in key core areas by scaring away investors and private capital, I will advocate for a stronger but smaller HCD that supports willing home- and business-owners while listening to local experts advocating for individualized heritage designations and the promotion of private investments of capital to revitalize unused or empty core sites.

    Supporting Education in our Cores

    I will support and encourage the growth of post-secondary education in our downtown cores, recognizing the vital role students and institutions play in creating vibrant, active communities. By building on successes like the University of Waterloo School of Architecture in downtown Galt, we can bring more students to live, learn, and contribute to our local economy. Supporting education in our cores helps drive local business activity, increases housing diversity, and creates a more dynamic, connected city. I will work with educational partners to attract new opportunities and ensure our downtowns continue to grow as places of learning, innovation, and community life.

It takes effort, planning, and creativity to ensure a city is a vibrant and attractive place for residents, tourists, and visitors alike. I will invest in our community’s wellbeing, emphasizing belonging, placemaking opportunities, and a return to our parks, trails, and rivers, ensuring Cambridge is a place people are proud to call home at every stage of life.

Building A Strong and Vibrant Cambridge

  • Public spaces

    I will prioritize clean, safe, and welcoming public spaces by supporting consistent maintenance, responsive bylaw enforcement, and clear standards for city-owned and private property.

    Importantly, while on council (and working my full-time role at United Way Waterloo Region) I have experienced firsthand the challenges our city faces in the midst of an epidemic of drug poisioning, a lack of housing, mental health, addictions, and much else. As Mayor, I will work with our local charities and social service agencies ‘working out in the field’ to ensure they are adequately funded and supported, and able to do their work – as well as strengthening ties between by-law and police services so that any issues can be dealt with quickly, effectively, and safely for all.

    As Mayor I will help return vibrancy and safety to our public spaces, especially those in city cores, without stigmatizing or harming any persons suffering from homeless or addiction issues.

    Basic city services

    Without functional and effective basic services - reliable waste collection, snow clearing, street lighting, water and sanitation, park and greenspace upkeep, and much else - our neighbourhoods cannot thrive. As Mayor, I will kickstart a public awareness campaign on how these services function (and what is under city jurisdiction), as well what the public can do to protect these vital services, and help when they can. If snow isn’t cleared, or our roads are not lit or safe for travel, our city cannot function effectively.

  • Community pride

    I believe great cities invest in unique places and spaces that residents can be proud of and help make one’s city memorable and attractive for business and raising a family. As mayor, I will strengthen and expand our systems of parks and trails that bring people together, and strengthen community life. This includes working with RARE Charitable Research Reserve to finally connect Galt to Preston on the Grand Trunk Trail path, as well as creating safer and clearer bike and walking trail connections between Galt, Blair, Preston, and Hespeler.

    Back to the Rivers

    Cambridge is blessed with the rare fortune to sit on two beautiful rivers – the Grand and the Speed – touching the cores of Preston, Hespeler, and Galt. Access to, and the highlighting of these rivers, can be greatly improved to maximize the beauty of our core areas, attract tourists, and provide outlets for small businesses to grow, while attracting residents to our cores and riverfronts. As Mayor I will initiate a new action plan that establishes social and business areas along our core area’s riverfronts, replete with new paths, cafes, and shops. I will also work with our Indigenous and First Nations groups to ensure a true and mutually beneficial partnership, also exploring potential activities on our rivers that engage sports-tourism, such as kayaking, canoeing, and surfing (where possible).

    Placemaking

    A city is more than a collection of homes and businesses. It’s a dynamic and exciting place to create memories, build community, and celebrate art, culture, sports, and togetherness. As Mayor, I will establish placemaking opportunities in each of our city’s core(s), emphasizing new and free spaces of public art, music (such as publicly-accessible pianos), patios, and all-age-friendly devices such as swingsets. This also includes the trails, pathways, and patios leading us ‘back to the river’.

    More family-friendly spaces

    As the father of two young children, I understand how important it is that there are spaces safe and entertaining for families of all ages. I will champion more public spaces that are safe, accessible, and welcoming for families, seniors, and residents of all ages. From creating playgrounds in our core areas, to increasing public seating and activities, I am confident that ‘If you build it, they will come!’ – and we can build practical, effective, and sensible features that create fun and support families without breaking the bank.

  • Youth

    As the father of two young children (five years old, and seven years old) I understand the trials, tribulations, and costs of raising kids in today’s challenging social and economic climate. I also understand how rewarding it is to see children learn, grow, and develop, with the support of city programs and services.

    First, as Mayor, I will ensure that our ‘sign-up’ registration system for activities such as summer-camps and swim-classes no longer operates on a high-pressure ‘first come, first served’ system that many residents have compared to ‘The Hunger Games’. All of our kids deserve the opportunity to learn and thrive in city-run camps and sports, and parents also deserve the peace-of-mind that should come with easier registration processes.

    Second, as Mayor, I will work to ensure ‘micro-projects’ in each ward that prioritize smaller but incredibly impactful additions to our city parks and green spaces, such as small playgrounds, basketball courts, and other amenities, that are cost-effective but yield a tremendous healthy impact for growing neighbourhoods that lack such basic amenities for children and youth.

    Older Adults and Seniors

    Truly listening to our older adults is the first step towards understand their needs, and as I Mayor I will consult directly with our local older adults, and our community partners and non-profit organizations that are experts in the fields of youth and older-adult support, to address the most relevant needs of our older adults. From computer-literacy, to paying taxes and using city services, to ensure that snow is shoveled quickly and effectively from their sidewalks through the use of the city’s sidewalk-clearing program, I will ensure seniors have easy and convenient access to services, social and physical activities, and supports, close to home. Most importantly, I understand the economic anxiety and pressures that our older adults living on fixed incomes face under Canada’s – and the worlds’ – current economic uncertainties. As Mayor, I will watch every dollar spent, to ensure taxpayer funds are allocated to projects that yield a return-on-investment for our city, and that taxation increases are kept as low as possible.

    Access and connection

    As Mayor, I will focus on improving accessibility, transportation options, and community connections, so no generation or level of physical ability is left behind. First, I will work with Grand River Transportation to ensure that bus routes are effective and travelling routes in true need; I will advocate for accessible parking spots (business and residential), and I will work with our local non-profit and community groups with lived expertise to receive advice and guidance as to how our city needs to improve, and what can be done. The voices, ideas, and actions of persons with lived experience is essential.

    I will also work with RARE Charitable Research Reserve and local property owners to expand our trail systems, making Cambridge’s trails a treasure for residents, an attraction for sports tourism, and a reflection of our city’s dedication to the environment and its protection.

  • Recreation

    I have played multiple sports at competitive levels my entire life, and most recently I completed the Rome Marathon in Italy (March 22nd , 2026) and the Toronto Marathon (May 3rd , 2026). I understand the important role that recreation plays in physical and mental health, and as in families, and in the social and physical development of our children and youth. As Mayor, I will support investments that expand access to recreation, sports, and cultural activities across the city - This includes the ‘micro-projects’ for local parks and recreation that I will work with every councillor to advance, as well as expanding our range of options for sports and leisure activities - including summer camps, swimming classes, and much else.

    Public Art and Culture

    Not only is public art a window into our city’s soul, but it inspires residents to think beyond what’s possible, beautifies the city, and attracts tourists. As Mayor, I will ensure that each core of our city (Preston, Hespeler, Galt) contains more public art, ranging from statues, to visual images, to ‘music’ such as pianos that could be played by the public in busy and popular areas. I will also attempt to have the very popular ‘International Street Art Festival’ return to Cambridge, making stops in each core.

    Belonging

    As Mayor, I will work to build a city where people feel connected: to their neighbours, their community, and their local government. It starts with listening, transparent actions, and delivering on promises in ways that inspire trust - and this progress creates excitement, social and economic stability, and most importantly: Hope for a better future, and a better Cambridge.

One Cambridge. A Unified Voice in our City at the Region and the Province

Cambridge needs a strong, respected voice at regional and provincial decision-making tables. As Mayor, I will work as a team with our elected regional councillors, Members of Provincial Parliament, and Members of Federal Parliament – to ensure our city receives the attention and the funding it needs for housing, infrastructure, capital projects, and much else.

There should be no political parties or partisanship at the municipal level, and I have not been a member of any political party for seven years. I have volunteers from every major Canadian political party helping my Mayoral campaign (Conservatives, Liberals, NDP, Greens) - because we all share the same vision and goals to make Cambridge a better place.

  • Respecting neighbourhood voices

    I believe the best decisions start with listening. As Mayor, I will ensure residents, neighbourhood groups, and community organizations have a real voice in city decisions that affect them. This includes notifications and information relating to potential development applications and zoning by-law amendments to properties, as well as keeping residents informed about the status of important city services such as snow-removal, free events, and tax expenditures.

    Transparency

    From large expenditures at the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT), to the unexpected appearance and approval of major capital projects, Cambridge taxpayers deserve a more thorough analysis and explanation of how their council functions and how it spends money. As Mayor, I will review major capital expenditures – such as the proposed $26.3 million construction of a dam in Preston at Riverside Park - to ensure every project meets high thresholds of relevance, benefit to the community, and is a ‘need-to-have’ that returns its investment to the community, rather than a ‘nice to have’ that may benefit only a small few or special interest groups.

    Clear communication

    The language and discourse used by city staff and council can be highly technical at times, making it hard for the public to understand what issues and concerns are at hand. As Mayor, I will include ‘jargon-free’ and simpler forms of communication and accessible engagement in city messages and outreach, so residents understand what the city is doing, what council is doing, and why.

  • Standing up for Cambridge

    I am a firm, informed advocate for Cambridge as a unified city — we are stronger when Preston, Hespeler, Galt, and Blair, celebrate our togetherness and history as a unique city, composed of ‘boroughs’ such as New York, or London, UK. Each ‘borough’ of Cambridge has its own unique history and identity that must be recognized and celebrated, while also focusing on connecting and integrating each area as partners in our unique city of Cambridge. Whether living in Preston, Hespeler, Blair, or Galt, we are stronger and healthier when working together under the shared banner of Cambridge!

    Regional Representation

    For decades now, there has been a sense that Cambridge has not received its share of fair of Regional funding, infrastructure support, transportation (such as the LRT), and other policies that reflect the city’s needs. As Mayor, I will use diplomacy and tact with our partners to ensure our city’s interests are better represented, while not ‘burning any bridges’ with key allies.

    Either we are at the Regional table as an active partner, shaping the outcomes affecting our city, or we are going to be ignored or discounted.

    Being respected by senior levels of government

    As the expression goes, ‘You only have one chance to make a first impression.’ As Mayor, I will bring a reputation for professionalism and rational analysis of complex situations, delivering the credibility of Cambridge’s needs and requests to bargaining tables.

    If Cambridge wishes to secure better outcomes from regional and provincial partners, it needs clear evidence from respected and objective sources to justify its claims and demands. And in turn, as Mayor I will ensure that our interactions with senior levels of government make the ‘return on investment’ for all partners and levels of government, clear.

    If we want the strategic objectives of our city to be met, it needs to be clear how the benefit to Cambridge similarly benefits our partners, too. This is a ‘positive-sum’ situation where all can win, rather than a ‘zero-sum’ situation where one’s gain is always another’s loss.

  • Clear processes

    As Mayor, I will champion transparent decision-making, with clear processes that residents can follow and trust. This includes how and why decisions pertaining to budgets and infrastructure are made, and how development applications have ended up at the Ontario Land Tribunal - as well as their costs to taxpayers.

    Accountability

    I believe that trust is established over time, when one ‘walks the walk’ rather than simply talking the talk. Real accountability means actions that match our words and promises - and this builds confidence and trust in government. As my track-record on city council has demonstrated, my actions have always matched my words. This same pattern of behavior will be how I act as your Mayor. I will ensure decisions are explained, documented, and open to public scrutiny - my actions, and those of the city, match our priorities and promises to you.

  • Working with councillors as a team

    From a lifetime spent playing team sports, to building positive team dynamics at universities and non-profit organizations, I understand that progress - and success - requires real collaboration and teamwork. As Mayor I will foster a respectful, productive council culture focused on problem-solving, not politics or personalities.

    This includes an open-door policy with councillors and staff, as well as weekly meetings with councillors to ensure concerns are addressed and ideas can be recognized and developed. As well, establishing ‘micro-projects’ with every councillor, in every ward – small, cost-effective, but highly impactful capital or infrastructure improvements such as playgrounds, sports amenities, or improved parking – will ensure all councillors can amplify the voices of their constituents while showing the city, and the Mayor’s office, is truly listening.

    Ending dysfunction

    As Mayor, I will set a tone of positivity, understanding, and strength. I will emphasize open communication with councillors, staff, and the public, ensuring all voices are heard and respected. This means: no sudden announcements about large-scale or important issues or transformations late on Friday afternoons, when attention spans are low; no denigrating or making negative comments about other councillors or staff, whether through social media, op-eds, or videos; and no favouritism when it comes to tasks, committee allocation, or public announcements. As Mayor, keeping council meetings focused, decisions constructive, and our attention on delivering results for residents, is essential - all with an authentic and real appreciation for the unique voice and perspective that each councillor brings to our team at the council horseshoe.

Supporting People, Protecting Neighbourhoods

I support practical and evidence-based approaches to homelessness, addiction, and mental health, that trusts our local experts and practitioners that live and work in Cambridge and Waterloo Region. If we want to effectively address the social and health issues affecting Cambridge, we cannot succumb to knee-jerk reactions or advice from social media or political pundits. We need to connect people in need of help with appropriate supports, and keep our neighbourhoods safe and well managed by working with our local charities, non-profits, and social service providers - not against them.

  • Service providers and non-profits

    We have incredibly dedicated experts in Cambridge and Waterloo Region that spend their lives addressing social issues such as mental health, addictions, homelessness, and poverty. We should seek out their knowledge and heed their advice! As Mayor, my solutions to these challenging issues will be informed by the people addressing these issues in their work, every single day. I will prioritize collaboration with local service providers, non-profits, healthcare partners, and first responders who understand what’s actually happening on the ground.

    No More Service Desert

    For years, CEOs and Executive Directors across Waterloo Region have spoken of Cambridge as a ‘Service Desert’ - a place where non-profits and social service providers do not tread, because they do not feel welcome or supported by the city. If we want to address our challenging social issues, we need organizations helping others to return to our city! To feel comfortable, empowered, and able to do their essential work to help others in need, and to get them off the streets or into a stable environment where their lives can improve.

    Front-line knowledge

    Rather than chasing slogans or one-size-fits-all policies, I will rely on empirical and objective evidence to guide policy decisions. Local experience must also be an essential guide to city decisions and investments, combining scientific and evidence-based solutions with what our local practitioners deem is realistic on the ground today. We must remember the old slogan: ‘Beware of simple answers to complex problems.’ As Mayor, I will understand and address the complexity hitting our streets by pursuing evidence-based solutions grounded in local knowledge, empowering our social services while improving our streets - and our city’s morale.

  • City + Region

    I will work to better align the City of Cambridge with the Region of Waterloo and community partners, so efforts on snow removal, garbage collection, transportation, landscaping, water, and traffic infrastructure and traffic analyses, are always coordinated and accurate. Cambridge residents deserve to know how the responsibilities between the Region and the City are divided, and they deserve a Mayor that will bridge these gaps to provide a full service and community-building experience, regardless of the jurisdiction and level of government.

    Clear roles and responsibilities

    By clarifying who is responsible for what with our councillors and residents, the city can reduce duplication of some services, close gaps in service delivery, ensure residents see real improvements in their streetscapes; all while appealing to higher levels of government (provincial and federal) that more funding is not only required, but deserved.

  • Safety

    Public safety goes hand-in-hand with compassion. As Mayor I will support approaches to our downtown cores and public spaces that keep parks, streets, and public spaces safe, welcoming, and accessible for everyone. This means listening to our local experts and social service agencies when it comes to health crises affecting our city.

    Accessibility for everyone

    City spaces should work for families, seniors, businesses, and vulnerable residents alike - and this includes all levels of physical and mental ability. Accessibility means that every resident feels safe, welcomed, and that the city is truly open and welcoming to them – from accessible parking spaces, bathrooms at all city facilities, access to businesses, and even public celebrations like Canada Day and events such as Halloween or holiday parades. Accessbility must not be a word, but a way of building and understanding Cambridge moving forward together.

  • Accountability

    I will also focus on outcomes, not intentions. As Mayor, I will support programs that demonstrate results and a return on investment for the city, and I will re-evaluate those that don’t. If there are city practices or programs that are no longer functional, relevant, or helpful, they will be re-evaluated and - if necessary - put on the shelf!

    Adjusting approaches when needed

    I am a leader that is willing to listen to feedback, incorporate new evidence, and seek out options and opinions to find what works best. In this precarious global economy, leaders must be willing to adapt to new and unpredictable situations. We must always be willing to learn and improve, and to change course based on evidence, rather than bury our heads in the sand and push-forward with antiquated ways of thinking. This is especially the case when it comes to economic development and city-building in our core areas. What has been done for decades, no longer works; new solutions, such as increased density, transportation, and placemaking, must replace what is no longer tangible or realistic.

Like cities, this platform is dynamic. It can change based on your feedback, and what Scott learns from you on the campaign trail. Please reach out to Scott to let him know what matters most to you!