On Thursday September 11 at 12:00 noon I threw my hat into the ring to represent the citizens and residents of Ward 5 in Hamilton.
Hamilton is a dynamic city, a city of progress and ambition and opportunity. And we're tenacious and dedicated.
But the time for change is approaching. The time for new ideas and a new messenger for the thousands of voices in Hamilton. I want to be that messenger.
We have an inner city that desperately needs our attention. A transit system that with input from Hamilton's best can be among the best transit systems in North America, without the complexity of Light Rail.
We need new members in council that will jump on opportunity with enthusiasm, with tact and with dedication. We can not, for whatever good intentions let planning be taken over by very few people. Hamilton dropped the ball on the Stadium. I'm sure West Harbour would have worked, would have had the visibility that was hoped for, but we'll never know.
Hamilton needs affordable housing! Hamilton home prices are out pacing affordability at an alarming rate. We need to keep the Canadian dream of owning a home and not worrying about a roof over your head alive and welcome more homeowners into Hamilton.
We are losing entrepreneurs to start ups around the world. We need to open up the rules to allow for micro facilities that may be as simple as a small machine shop, or lab in a converted shipping container. We need to recognize that some of the fastest growing ventures start in basements, dining rooms and garages. Not in high rises. We need to welcome back the spark of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit back to the Steel Town!
Hamilton needs a 24/7 councilor and I'm that councilor!
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