BarrieToday recently reached out to each candidate for city council in Barrie's 10 wards for a 300-word profile in their own words about their background and why people should vote for them. Today, we feature, in alphabetical order, the four candidates in Ward 7 who responded to our request. More candidate profiles will follow each afternoon.
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A resident of Ward 7, I moved to Barrie in 1990 with mother Vicki and two brothers Matt and Mike.
Barrie allowed my mother to work in her field of passion as an EA and work with autistic children, Matt was able to join the military and become a police officer and Michael became a sports entrepreneur.
I joined one of the country’s leading financial firms. Throughout my 10-year finance career, I helped families assess their financial needs and helped them with investments, tax laws and insurance decisions.
For four years I represented Ward 9 in the southeast and have proudly represented Ward 7 for the last three years.
During my terms, I have repeatedly lobbied for lower taxes, been a champion for small- and medium-sized businesses, implemented programs that helped increase public safety, and always been accessible to my constituents.
Value for tax dollars
It takes proper strategic thinking to look at the long-range financial planning of our city. We need continue to shift the tax base from the residential taxpayer to the commercial & industrial sector by creating a business-friendly environment.
Traffic
With the Harvie Road overpass opening in 2020 and Bryne Drive opening in 2021 we need to focus on Mapleview Drive and work with the province to push for a substantial fix. A diverging diamond interchange MUST be pushed for.
Public safety
Commission a comprehensive review for the south end to slow down residential speeders and those who ignore the safety of the residents, by looking at traffic calming measures, revisiting red light cameras and increasing enforcement from Barrie police services.
Age-friendly community
We need to acknowledge the unique needs of our 65+ population when making decisions around areas like, transportation, housing, health care, public spaces and community engagement.
On Oct. 22, I ask for your support to help keep Barrie “Moving Forward."
Phone: 705-500-6078
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