Why are you running for Council.  What competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

I am running for council because I believe we need stronger voices in Caledon. Through my advocacy with the CCRSA- I will be ensuring illegal truck yards, employment lands/warehousing and trucking in general stays a priority on Council.  Working with bylaw enforcement , OPP, legal, Planning to strengthen our stance. I also come with a background of Project and Category Management from a Multi million dollar industry which is a skilled role keeping priorities focused.

What do you believe are the top 2-3 issues currently facing Caledon or your Area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

Road safety, Illegal truck yards, OPP enforcement,  trucking, fill operations (which also include adding more trucks on our roads) and environmental concerns. Also, infrastructure advocacy with all the growth coming to Caledon. Prioritizing means continuous advocacy at the Provincial and Federal level. Pushing back and joining other municipalities and residents pushing back. At the same time, continuing keeping Caledon traditions alive and helping local businesses/organizations thrive.

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon's rural character and green spaces?

We need to make sure that even if this growth is mandated, we need to maintain Strict guidelines with developers.  Respecting conservation, agricultural regulations and questioning plans when they are presented- at the earliest stages possible. I have been in planning meetings and far too often, plans are NOT questioned when presented to our elected officials. I have also been in attendance when residents have valid questions and they are not answered- that is not acceptable. We need to have rigorous planning meetings and include residents who live in the areas affected. Q&A sessions making sure all stakeholders are comfortable with the decisions being made.  

With rising infrastructure costs (roads, water, transit) and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the town's growing needs?

 As a former skilled Project Manager and Category Manager, I would ask the questions of staff- have they looked at every option to a project and what are the costs of each? Also-developers and large corporate businesses that operate in Caledon should be adding more to our tax base and expenses. 

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw update? Why, and what changes (if any) would you want before it's tabled?  Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

 I support the strengthening of the current bylaw with environmental regulations that may have changed over the past 19 years. While I totally understand the concern of residents that a new bylaw is inviting more operations in, I believe that a compromise could be met to protect Caledon. For example-keeping 10,000 cubic metre lilimit in place while updating the new enforcement and monitoring provisions.  This is not a black and white solution. This needs to be done with a council of collaborative individuals who have the best interests of Caledon in mind, not to any kind of political financial ties

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

I do not support strong Mayor powers.  Democracy is abolished when strong mayor powers are being utilized.  

Why are you running for Council.  What competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

I am running because I want to add to the table. I feel my engineering background will help decipher the planning documents to residents as we’re thrusted through the province-mandated growth. I’ve advocated against warehouses, delaying updates to the Fill Bylaw, and participated in protests against illegal land use and fake licensing programs for truckers. My community work is well-established and known as the owner of Bolton’s Coffee Time including the “One Caledon Many Hearts” Campaign I extended to nearly ever elementary school across Caledon.

What do you believe are the top 2-3 issues currently facing Caledon or your Area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

 My top three are truck traffic and illegal land use, managing the significant growth coming to Caledon, and economic development.

For truck traffic and illegal land use, I want to explore expanding our Business Licensing By-law and maximize the use of the new AMPS legislation and the Town’s new Entrance By-law as enforcement tools.

For growth, I want us chasing every available infrastructure dollar from other levels of government while coordinating roads, water/wastewater and other infrastructure with development so that growth pays for growth wherever possible.

For economic development, I want to attract businesses that create local jobs of varying disciplines, while helping our existing small businesses through accessible programs such as smaller beautification micro-grants rather than relying on larger façade improvement grands that are far and few inbetween.

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon's rural character and green spaces?

I would concentrate new housing within our settlement areas, where roads, water/wastewater and other services can support it, rather than allowing growth to happen piecemeal-style.

I want us to be deliberate about where development goes, not simply meet a housing target. That means building complete communities and coordinating infrastructure with growth as it occurs.

The current administration has also shown that growth and preservation don’t have to be mutually exclusive, including securing approximately 400 acres of green space. As we grow, I want to continue that balance: accommodate the housing we need while protecting the parts of Caledon we can’t replace.

With rising infrastructure costs (roads, water, transit) and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the town's growing needs?

I’ve said this before: responsible spending isn’t simply about cutting services; it’s about spending smarter.

I would prioritize infrastructure maintenance and capital projects based on need, safety and long-term value, while chasing infrastructure funding from the Province and other levels of government.

As Caledon grows, roads, water/wastewater and other services also need to be coordinated with development. I don’t want taxpayers paying to rebuild infrastructure five or ten years from now because we failed to plan for growth that we already knew was coming.

I also believe in looking at the long-term operating cost before approving the capital project. Building something is one cost; maintaining it for decades is another.

I run a “2$ drip coffee” business; I know I can’t spend money I don’t have!

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw update? Why, and what changes (if any) would you want before it's tabled?  Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

I don’t think our current 2007 fill by-law gives the Town the monitoring and enforcement tools we need. Provincial rules regarding handling excess soils have changed significantly since 2007, particularly around tracking soil from source to destination.

I don’t believe legitimate agricultural activity should be burdened by the updates, but larger fill operations should have clear thresholds and stronger oversight. Our By-law needs to clearly distinguish how we treat standard grading vs. large-scale fill.

I’d want clear volume and load limits, appropriate haul routes and hours of operation, traffic management, source-to-destination tracking, environmental setbacks, and clear coordination with Conservation Authorities and other regulatory agencies.

Most importantly, I don’t think we should wait until the Province explicitly tells us we have to modernize the by-law. If we know there are gaps in our current system, we should address them proactively even if that means using a “staggered” approach. That was actually the position I took when this issue came before Council in April and I also attended the open-house.

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

No. I believe Council needs to work together to make decisions based on what is best for Caledon in the long term, even when that means short-term discomfort or when one ward benefits more than the others.

A governance system shouldn’t only feel acceptable when the person holding that kind of concentrated power is someone you agree with

Why are you running for Council.  What competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

Bolton has been my home for 26 years. It is where my wife and I have raised our family, where our children have grown up, and where I have spent many years volunteering and giving back. I am running for Council because I care deeply about this community and believe I can make a positive difference for the residents and families of Ward 5.

For more than 18 years, I have volunteered with the Bolton Wanderers Soccer Club, including nearly a decade on its Board of Directors. I am also a certified pickleball coach and have been involved in delivering recreational programming in Caledon. These experiences have allowed me to work directly with residents, families, volunteers, community organizations, and athletes of all ages. More importantly, they have taught me the value of listening, collaboration, inclusion, and bringing people together around a common goal.

Professionally, I bring more than 30 years of experience in the telecommunications industry across procurement, property management, marketing, sales, advertising, and network operations. Throughout my career, I have managed significant portfolios, worked with a wide range of stakeholders, negotiated agreements, managed competing priorities, and been accountable for delivering results.

I believe those experiences translate directly into several important capabilities I would bring to Council:

Leadership and collaboration: I know how to work with people who bring different perspectives to the table and find practical ways to move issues forward.

Sound decision-making: My business experience has taught me to ask questions, understand the facts, consider the financial implications, and make informed decisions.

Fiscal responsibility: I understand the importance of managing resources carefully and ensuring residents receive value for the tax dollars they contribute.

Communication and listening I believe good representation starts with being accessible, listening to residents, and communicating openly about the decisions that affect our community.

Problem-solving and accountability: I am accustomed to managing complex issues, establishing priorities, following through on commitments, and being accountable for results.

Community perspective: After 26 years in Bolton and nearly two decades of volunteer involvement, I understand the importance of protecting what makes our community special while preparing responsibly for its future.

Ultimately, I am running because I want to give back to a community that has given my family so much. I want residents of Ward 5 to have a Councillor who is present, approachable, prepared to listen, and willing to work hard on their behalf.

I will not pretend to have all the answers. But I will bring experience, common sense, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to doing my homework and making decisions based on what is in the best interests of our community.

My goal is simple: to be a strong voice for Ward 5 and to help ensure Bolton continues to be a safe, vibrant, affordable, and thriving community where families want to live, work, play, and raise the next generation

What do you believe are the top 2-3 issues currently facing Caledon or your Area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

Community Safety

Community safety, traffic and speeding, and ensuring our emergency services have the support they need. Residents deserve to feel safe in their neighbourhoods.

I would prioritize practical measures such as traffic calming and stronger speed enforcement, particularly in residential areas and around schools and parks. I would also advocate for the resources our OPP, fire and emergency services need to respond effectively as Caledon grows.

My approach is simple: listen to residents, identify problem areas, and work with our partners to deliver practical solutions that make our neighbourhoods safer.

Better Infrastructure 

Better infrastructure is a priority by prioritizing the basics residents rely on every day: well-maintained roads, improved traffic flow, and responsible planning. As Caledon continues to grow, infrastructure needs to keep pace with development, not come years afterward.

I will advocate for timely road repairs, practical traffic improvements, and responsible development that considers the impact on our roads and existing neighbourhoods. Growth is important, but it needs to be planned properly so we protect the quality-of-life residents expect.

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon's rural character and green spaces?

Based on the Provincial Plan, Housing is needed. Growth has to be responsible and well planned. I support growth that protects Bolton’s character, preserves our green spaces, and ensures our existing residents aren’t left dealing with the consequences of development that moves too quickly.

My priority is to make sure infrastructure, roads and community services keep pace with growth, not follow years later. We can accommodate new housing while still protecting the qualities that make Caledon Special.

Growth is coming, but how we manage that growth will define our community for years to come !

With rising infrastructure costs (roads, water, transit) and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the town's growing needs?

Responsible spending starts with setting clear priorities, planning and making sure taxpayers are getting value for their money. I would focus first on essential services and infrastructure, carefully review spending, and look for efficiencies before asking residents to pay more.

Caledon is growing, I would also advocate for long-term infrastructure planning and ensuring growth pays its appropriate share, rather than placing the burden on existing taxpayers. We need to invest in roads, water, transit and community services, but we must do it responsibly.

Keep it Simple: spend carefully, plan ahead, prioritize needs over wants, and respect every taxpayer dollar.

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw update? Why, and what changes (if any) would you want before it's tabled?  Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

Based on site alteration By-law, I would have to carefully review the final version before supporting or not supporting. We need strong rules that protect residents, our environment, drainage systems, ground water and neighbouring properties, while ensuring the by-law is practical, fair and enforceable and needs be financially doable

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

I do not support Strong Mayor powers !!!

Why are you running for Council.  What competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

I am running for Council because Caledon is facing serious decisions that will shape our community for generations. The scale and speed of growth, increasing financial and infrastructure pressures, threats to our environment and growing public-safety concerns require experienced, informed and independent leadership. I want to ensure residents have a strong voice at Town Hall and that decisions are made transparently, responsibly and in the public interest.

I would bring two decades of community involvement, senior leadership experience and hands-on knowledge of Caledon’s municipal issues to Council.

As the Executive Director of national healthcare organizations, I work with boards, committees, healthcare professionals, industry representatives, government leaders and stakeholders across Canada. I am responsible for governance, budgets, contracts, strategic planning, communications and national programs. This requires me to analyze complex information, manage competing priorities, build consensus, make difficult decisions and remain accountable for results.

My professional background also includes working as a Strategic Communications Planner with the Ontario government. I hold an Honours BA in Political Science, as well as certificates in marketing and public relations.

Most importantly, I understand Caledon. I have spent decades attending Council meetings, analyzing staff reports, participating in public consultations, committees, task forces and working groups, and advocating on planning, environmental, financial, governance and public-safety issues.

Working alongside dedicated and knowledgeable members of our community, I have helped stop the proposed massive below-the-water-table expansion of the Brock aggregate pit in Palgrave; secure the cleanup of a contaminated industrial site that threatened local wells; achieve Caledon’s declaration of a Road Safety Emergency; and advance the development of a municipal air-quality bylaw.

I understand how municipal government works and how informed, determined and persistent advocacy can produce results. I would bring that same preparation, judgment and commitment to Council, while ensuring that residents are heard, informed and represented. Above all, every decision I make will always answer the question, “is this in the public interest?”

What do you believe are the top 2-3 issues currently facing Caledon or your Area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

1. Managing growth and ensuring infrastructure is properly planned and funded

The Province is transferring additional responsibilities to Caledon, including regional roads and water and wastewater services, along with the associated costs. At the same time, massive development is moving forward. We have to make sure we understand who is paying for the infrastructure required to support that growth. Development cannot be approved without a credible plan for the roads, emergency services, recreation facilities and other infrastructure required to support it—or without identifying who will pay. We cannot ask today's taxpayers to shoulder the cost of future growth.

I would:

• Scrutinize growth-related proposals to ensure infrastructure requirements, costs, funding sources and timelines are clearly identified before approvals are granted.

• Push for transparent financial reporting that shows the full cost of growth, the contributions being made by developers and any amount that would fall to existing taxpayers.

• Advocate for development charges and other provincial or federal available funding tools to recover the greatest possible share of growth-related costs.

• Require regular public progress reports on major infrastructure projects, including budgets, timelines, funding gaps and delays.

• Oppose development that moves ahead before the necessary infrastructure and services have been properly planned and funded.

2. Protecting residents’ health, safety and environment

Caledon residents face serious concerns involving road safety, air quality, groundwater protection, aggregate operations, massive truck-dependent industrial activity, illegal truck yards and event centres, and proposals for large-scale commercial fill operations. These issues cannot be treated as secondary considerations after decisions have already been made.

I would:

• Press for a funded implementation plan arising from Caledon’s Road Safety Emergency declaration, with measurable targets, priority locations and regular public reporting.

• Advocate for stronger enforcement of speeding, unsafe trucking, illegal truck yards, site-alteration violations and other activities that threaten residents’ safety and quality of life.

• Support the timely development of an enforceable air-quality bylaw that includes real-time monitoring, public access to results and clear action when established limits are exceeded.

• Oppose large-scale commercial fill operations that create unacceptable risks to groundwater, roads, residents and municipal finances.

• Require land-use and development decisions to identify potential health, safety and environmental risks—and how those risks will be prevented—before approval is considered.

3. Restoring transparency, accountability and service at Town Hall

Residents deserve to know what decisions are being considered, how those decisions will affect them and how they can participate before the outcome has effectively been determined. A Councillor must do more than attend meetings and vote—they must actively inform, engage and advocate for the people they represent.

I would:

• Hold regular Ward 4 community meetings so residents can raise concerns, ask questions and receive updates directly.

• Publish accessible newsletters explaining significant proposals, Council decisions, infrastructure projects and opportunities for public input.

• Advocate for consultation to begin early enough for residents’ input to influence decisions—not after the preferred direction has already been established.

• Explain my position on significant Council decisions and be accountable to residents for how I vote.

• Respond to residents promptly (within two business days), help them navigate Town Hall and follow their concerns through the municipal process rather than simply referring them elsewhere.

• Insist that public information be clear, complete and written in plain language, including the financial implications of major decisions.

• Treat residents as partners in local government and ensure their concerns are presented clearly and forcefully at the Council table.

I would put the service back in public service by being visible, accessible and accountable—not only during an election, but throughout the entire term of Council.

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon's rural character and green spaces?

Caledon needs housing, but it also needs well-planned communities and continued protection for the rural and environmentally significant lands that remain outside designated growth areas.

With most of Caledon’s growth areas already determined through 2051, the next Council will have limited ability to redirect development. Its responsibility will be to manage that growth carefully and ensure it does not come at an unacceptable cost to existing residents, municipal finances or the environment.

I would focus on:

• Coordinating development with infrastructure. Housing should not substantially outpace the roads, water and wastewater systems, emergency services, schools, parks and recreation facilities needed to support it.

• Protecting existing taxpayers. Before major developments proceed, Council should clearly identify infrastructure costs, funding sources and any financial risk to current residents.

• Building complete communities. New neighbourhoods need a range of housing options, employment, adequate parking, parks, trails, schools, community facilities and transportation choices—not simply more subdivisions.

• Setting high development standards. Through secondary plans, development applications and site design, Council can promote better community design, environmental protection, energy efficiency and connections between new and existing neighbourhoods.

• Protecting lands outside designated growth areas. Council must continue defending the Greenbelt, Oak Ridges Moraine, the Niagara Escarpment, natural heritage systems, source-water areas, prime farmland and established rural communities from inappropriate development and harmful commercial activities.

• Managing construction impacts. The Town needs enforceable plans to address construction traffic, road damage, noise, dust, drainage and safety, with clear points of contact for affected residents.

• Keeping residents involved. Consultation must occur while there are still meaningful decisions to be made about phasing, design, infrastructure and community amenities.

The next Council may not be able to redraw Caledon’s growth map, but it will make critical decisions about how development proceeds, how it is paid for, and how residents are protected throughout the process. My priority would be to ensure that approved growth produces complete, financially sustainable communities that serve residents well while preserving Caledon’s remaining rural, agricultural lands and green spaces.

With rising infrastructure costs (roads, water, transit) and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the town's growing needs?

Responsible spending begins with setting clear priorities, understanding the full long-term cost of every decision and being transparent with taxpayers about what the Town can afford.

Caledon must provide the roads, water and wastewater systems, emergency services, recreation facilities and other infrastructure required by a growing population. However, these costs cannot be downloaded onto Caledon’s relatively small existing tax base.

I would:

• Be a relentless advocate for fair provincial funding. The Province cannot transfer responsibility for regional roads, water and wastewater infrastructure to Caledon without providing the funding and revenue tools needed to manage them. I would work with other municipalities and municipal organizations to demand a fair funding agreement that protects Caledon taxpayers.

• Demand accountability for the costs of the freight village and warehouse development. The Province and the Region determined that locating a major freight village and extensive warehousing in Caledon was a broader economic priority. Existing Caledon taxpayers should not be left paying for the road damage, congestion, safety pressures and infrastructure demands created by the resulting volume of heavy truck traffic. I would advocate for dedicated provincial funding and ensure these industries contribute their fair share toward the roads and services they require.

• Restore Council oversight of major contracts. I would advocate to rescind the CAO’s delegated authority to single-source contracts valued at up to $500,000. Contracts of this size should be competitively procured wherever possible and brought before Council when an exception is requested for extraordinary circumstances only.

• Improve oversight of major projects. Council and the public should receive regular reports comparing approved budgets and timelines with actual results, including clear explanations for cost increases, delays and change orders.

• Review programs and services for value. I would support regular reviews to identify duplication, outdated practices and opportunities to share services or operate more efficiently while protecting the frontline services residents depend upon.

Responsible financial management is not simply about cutting services. It means spending deliberately, planning beyond the current budget year and ensuring every major investment delivers measurable value. I would ask informed and tough questions before money is committed, insist on accountability after it is spent and fight to ensure Caledon taxpayers are not burdened with costs created by decisions made by other levels of government.

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw update? Why, and what changes (if any) would you want before it's tabled?  Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

I strongly oppose the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw because it would increase Caledon’s current limit of 10,000 cubic metres limited to farm uses and allow large-scale commercial fill operations.

This is not a question of finding better ways to manage or mitigate these operations. There is no combination of studies, monitoring or permit conditions that can adequately protect residents from the risks created by massive volumes of construction fill and years of heavy truck traffic. Large-scale fill operations threaten groundwater, air quality, road safety, farmland, municipal infrastructure and residents’ quality of life.

As I explained in my May 2025 presentation to Council, the experience with large-scale fill operations elsewhere in Ontario demonstrates a consistent pattern of significant contamination and serious impacts on surrounding communities. Once groundwater is contaminated, the damage is virtually impossible to reverse. Caledon should not expose its residents and water resources to that risk.

Before any updated by-law is tabled, I would require:

• Retention of the existing maximum limit of 10,000 cubic metres.

• Removal of every provision that would permit large-scale commercial fill operations exceeding that limit.

• No delegated authority for staff to approve exemptions or higher volumes.

• Stronger enforcement powers and penalties to address illegal dumping and violations of the existing by-law.

• Full recovery of the Town’s monitoring, inspection, enforcement and remediation costs from those undertaking permitted site alterations.

• Clear and mandatory protections for groundwater, farmland, natural heritage features, the Greenbelt and the Oak Ridges Moraine.

I have participated actively throughout this process. On May 20, 2025, I delegated to Caledon Council against the proposal to permit large-scale fill at 0 Shaws Creek Road, known as Swan Lake. I also attended and spoke at the Town’s Site Alteration By-law public open house on September 29, 2025 and participated in the subsequent public process, including the May 4, 2026 open house. I repeatedly raised concerns about increasing the existing 10,000-cubic-metre limit, the risks demonstrated by large-scale fill operations elsewhere in Ontario and the lack of meaningful public consultation.

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

I have been clear and consistent: I believe Strong Mayor powers are undemocratic. I absolutely oppose the use of Strong Mayor Powers. They concentrate too much decision-making authority in one office and diminish the role of councillors who have also been democratically elected to represent their communities.

Municipal government should be based on open debate, majority decision-making and accountability to the public. No mayor, regardless of who holds the position, should have extraordinary powers to override or bypass the collective will of Council.

However, if elected, I will work effectively within the system that is in place. I will advance Ward 4’s priorities by consulting residents, presenting well-researched and evidence-based arguments, introducing motions and building support among other councillors. I will work constructively with the Mayor whenever possible, but I will not remain silent when I believe a decision is contrary to the public interest.

In a Strong Mayor environment, independent and informed councillors are more important than ever. Residents deserve representatives who will ask difficult questions, defend democratic accountability and ensure their voices are heard at the Council table.

Why are you running for Council.  What competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

 I bring hands-on agricultural experience and a common-sense approach to financial and environmental decisions. My service on the Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Caledon has provided me with a practical understanding of municipal planning and local bylaws. Additionally, through my work with the Albion & Bolton Agricultural Society, I have a proven track record of bringing people with different viewpoints together to collaborate for the common good. I understand our land and food production firsthand and am fully prepared to bring this vital, hard-working perspective to town council to serve the people of Ward 4.  I believe our local government should reflect our entire community, including our rural and farming roots.

What do you believe are the top 2-3 issues currently facing Caledon or your Area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

Managing growth responsibly by ensuring infrastructure, roads, recreation and services keep pace with growth. Protecting Caledon’s environment, groundwater, farmland and natural heritage while preserving the character of our communities. Restoring trust, accountability and fiscal responsibility through transparent decision making, meaningful public engagement and careful management of taxpayer dollars. Residents want leadership that listens, plans responsibly and puts the interest of Caledon’s residents first.

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon's rural character and green spaces?

To balance growth, Caledon should focus new housing in existing urban areas by building upward rather than sprawling outward. This protects the town's precious Greenbelt, farmland, and rural charm from being destroyed. Using smart planning ensures infrastructure is used efficiently while preserving natural spaces. Ultimately, this keeps Caledon's historic character intact while still meeting provincial housing targets.

With rising infrastructure costs (roads, water, transit) and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the town's growing needs?

As a business owner, I know how to balance a budget and make every dollar count. I will bring that same financial discipline to local government by reviewing our budget line-by-line to eliminate waste.  I will work with staff to understand the budget and reasons for spending.  This allows us to fix our streets and invest in our community without overspending. My priority will always be looking out for your hard-earned money while delivering the reliable services your family counts on.

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw update? Why, and what changes (if any) would you want before it's tabled?  Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

 I support the current Site Alteration Bylaw but the agricultural exemptions need to be more restrictive.

In my experience, the current leniencies allow for land-moving practices that can undermine local environmental protections and land stability. Tighter restrictions are necessary to ensure these activities genuinely support farming, rather than serving as a loophole for unregulated fill or major grading.

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

No, I oppose the use of strong mayor powers in Caledon.

Why are you running for Council.  What competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

My campaign postcard says, “Dedicated to Community.” Those words reflect who I am and why I am running for Council.

I have proudly called Caledon home for 51 years and have spent much of that time serving and volunteering in our community. My experience includes 14 years with Bethell Hospice, 4 years with Big Brothers of Peel, more than 10 years with the Albion Bolton Agricultural Society, 10 years as a Home James driver, and more than 10 years coaching with Caledon Minor Hockey.

For the past 16 years, I have also had the privilege of serving as Caledon’s trustee on the Peel District School Board. I am now ready to bring that experience in community service, leadership and advocacy to the Town of Caledon as Ward 3 Councillor.

As a school board trustee, I was known for being accessible and responsive. Whether residents contacted me by phone, email, text or social media, I made it a priority to listen, respond and help wherever I could. I will bring that same commitment to Ward 3 and ensure that local voices are heard at the Council table.

My time as a trustee has also given me experience working collaboratively, asking questions, examining complex issues, advocating for residents and making decisions that affect our community. I understand the importance of listening to different perspectives, finding practical solutions and being accountable for the decisions we make.

I retired in 2018 after a 37-year career teaching in post-secondary education. I hold an undergraduate degree in Psychology, a graduate degree in Education, and college diplomas in Correctional Work and Recreation Leadership. These experiences have strengthened my communication, leadership, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

I enjoy learning and understand that serving on Town Council comes with a new set of responsibilities and challenges. I will approach the role with the same curiosity, preparation and commitment to service that I have brought to my work and volunteer roles throughout my life. 

What do you believe are the top 2-3 issues currently facing Caledon or your Area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

While canvassing door-to-door, I have had the opportunity to hear directly from Ward 3 residents about their concerns. Two issues consistently stand out: high property taxes and road safety. To me, both are quality-of-life issues that require Council’s attention.

On taxes, I believe Council must be disciplined about spending and focus on delivering essential services efficiently. Before increasing taxes or drawing further on the Town’s financial reserves, we need to carefully examine discretionary spending, prioritize what is essential and ensure taxpayers are getting value for their money.

Road safety is another clear priority for residents. I would work with Council, Town staff, the OPP and the community to identify where the greatest safety concerns exist and determine the most effective and financially responsible ways to address them. This could include targeted enforcement, by-law measures, traffic-calming initiatives and other practical solutions.

My approach would be to listen to residents, look carefully at the facts and costs, and work collaboratively with Council and staff to set priorities. We need to address important community needs without continually increasing the financial burden on Caledon taxpayers or unnecessarily depleting the Town’s reserves.

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon's rural character and green spaces?

I don’t believe this has to be an either-or choice. Caledon can accommodate growth while protecting the rural character, natural beauty and green spaces that make our community unique.

As development moves forward, I want to see growth planned and integrated thoughtfully, with green space, trails, parks and natural areas built into new communities from the outset. We should also look at how the benefits and assets created through growth can be used to enhance and protect natural spaces for everyone to enjoy.

While I was not involved in the approval of the plan to fast-track the development of 35,000 homes, I want to be part of ensuring that future development reflects Caledon’s character and values. Growth should not mean losing what makes Caledon special. With thoughtful planning, responsible decision-making and a commitment to protecting our natural environment, I believe we can create communities where people want to live while preserving the rural character that defines Caledon.

 With rising infrastructure costs (roads, water, transit) and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the town's growing needs?

We cannot continue to put the cost of Caledon’s growth primarily on existing taxpayers. As infrastructure responsibilities are downloaded to the Town, I will look for a fair share of the funding to come back to Caledon. For example, when roads are downloaded from the Region of Peel, I will advocate for the tax dollars currently supporting those services to be redirected to the Town.

I also believe that when provincial and federal governments push for significant growth, they should help fund the infrastructure needed to support it. I would advocate for funding partnerships with other levels of government rather than simply passing those costs on to Caledon taxpayers.

At the Town level, I would support a careful review of discretionary spending and look for opportunities to improve efficiency without compromising essential services. Before adding new spending, Council should ask: Is this necessary? Is there a more cost-effective way to deliver it? And who should be paying for it? 

My approach would be to prioritize essential infrastructure, pursue every available source of funding, manage growth-related costs responsibly and make sure taxpayers receive good value for their money. In collaboration with other municipalities, we need to push higher levels of government to reverse the current legislative trends that are delaying or reducing Development Charges paid by developers and placing a greater financial burden on the Town and taxpayers, so that development truly pays for development. 

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw update? Why, and what changes (if any) would you want before it's tabled?  Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

Based on what I have learned, I have concerns about the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw and do not support it in its current form. I have taken the opportunity to learn more about the proposed bylaw and the concerns surrounding it. I attended a Council meeting where the “Swan Lake” issue was expected to be addressed, as well as a community information meeting on the Site Alteration By-law at the Caledon East Community Centre hosted by Town staff. I also participated in a tour of the Swan Lake site so I could better understand the issues and see the site firsthand. However, I would be open to further discussion with Council colleagues and staff. I am especially concerned about any fill below the water table. 

particularly to look for ways to about the section on exemptions for normal farm practices.  

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

I oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers. Using these powers directly contradicts the principles of local democracy by concentrating decision-making authority in the hands of one elected official rather than encouraging collaboration among council members.

Why am I running for Council?

I have served as the Councillor for Ward 3 since November 2022. Over the past 4 years, I have demonstrated my knowledge of planning, development, finance, public safety and environmental issues. I have been a constant advocate for the residents of Ward 3 as I worked to make our roads safer, expand opportunities for young people and protect our Seniors.

What are the top 2 or 3 issues facing Caledon? 

a)      Partial Dissolution of Peel Region

Since 2023, Caledon has been dealing with the first, the full dissolution of Peel Region and later that was changed to a partial dissolution with planning, water, waste water, garbage collection  and roads being downloaded to the Town of Caledon. When the Regional roads are downloaded to Caledon it will cost 80 to 100 million dollars per year in operating and capital costs. With less than a year to the download, there has been no answer as to:  who will be paying this cost?  The people of Caledon need a clear, definitive and long-term plan to fund these roads. As Ward 3’s representative, I will continue to demand an answer to this million(s) dollar question.

b)      Aggregate Operations

In May of 2026, Caledon’s ability to address aggregate operations through its Official Plan, Future Caledon, was removed by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. This “take-over” by the Minister invalidated years of resident, staff and Council input to create aggregate policies that would better protect Caledon’s air quality and its water resources and create a “gold standard” for other municipalities to follow.  As Ward 3’s representative, I will continue advocating for aggregate policies that protect Caledon and its residents.

c)      Illegal Land Use

Caledon continues to experience the impact of illegal land use across all Wards. There has been progress in shutting operations down and in obtaining Court judgements and fines. The Illegal Land Use task Force (ILUTF), created in 2024, is compromised of Councillors (Rosa, Maskell), Municipal Law Enforcement staff, Town Legal staff, Planning staff and citizen representatives. I am advocating that the ILUTF, be reinstated in the next term of Council with a new, expanded mandate.

How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon’s rural character and green spaces?

80% of Caledon is protected by Provincial legislation or regulations through the Greenbelt Act, Oak Ridges Moraine Act, Niagara Escarpment Commission (NEC), Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and Credit Valley Conservation Authority (CVC). These protections ensure that Caledon’s rural character and green spaces will be preserved. On the portion of Caledon that can be developed, housing proposals must proceed through a rigorous planning process and must conform with the land uses outlined in Caledon’s official plan, Future Caledon. Over the past 4 years, the Province has passed legislation to reduce parkland in new communities, to reduce the number of parking spaces and to increase urban density. I will continue to work with our Planning staff to ensure that growth unfolds in an orderly and fiscally responsible manner.

What specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending, while still meeting the Town’s growing needs?

During this past term of Council, I brought forward more than 30 budget amendments that reduced the tax levy by more than $2.5 million. In addition, the Town has recorded budget surpluses totaling over $12 million in the past three years. Tax increases at the Town of Caledon have matched the inflation rate every year during this term of Council. This fiscal discipline was accomplished while investing in new capital projects, providing more recreation opportunities and expanding municipal services. As a Councillor, I have been committed to addressing residents’ needs while maintaining balanced budgets and meeting unexpected fiscal challenges.

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration By-law update?

I do support enacting a new updated By-law that is consistent with the following current Ontario Regulations: 406/19, Onsite Excess Soil Management, 153/04, Records of Site Conditions, 347, General Waste Management. The current Fill by-law was passed in 2007, it is time for an update.

I will not be supporting any Site Alteration By-Law that permits below the water table fill operations.  

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor Powers?

I do not support Strong Mayor powers.

Why are you running for Council, and what competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

I’m running for Council because Ward 2 is my home. I’m raising my family here, and I want to help build a strong future for our community. I ran in 2022, and although I wasn’t successful, I stayed involved, continued volunteering, and worked to be part of the solution.

As a business owner with a business education background, I bring financial management, problem-solving, leadership, and accountability. My work with the Caledon Lions Club, Caledon Seniors Centre, Caledon South Asian Association, and Humanity Sewa has given me experience working with residents, organizations, and different levels of government.

These skills will be especially important as Caledon faces rapid growth, economic pressures, and the transition of services from the Region of Peel. We need experienced, financially responsible leadership to ensure this transition protects taxpayers, maintains services, and puts Caledon’s interests first.

What do you believe are the top two or three issues currently facing Caledon or your area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

My top three priorities are safety, affordability, and responsible growth.

First, road and community safety. Caledon was once recognized as one of Canada’s safest communities, but today safety is increasingly on residents’ minds. I will advocate for a full-time OPP station in Ward 2. We border a major city, and crime doesn’t stop at municipal boundaries. I also support establishing a local police board to strengthen accountability and give our community a greater voice in setting policing priorities, reviewing performance, and ensuring resources respond to Caledon’s changing needs.

Second is affordability. With families facing economic pressures, we need responsible spending and a more diversified tax base by attracting commercial and employment investment, reducing our reliance on residential property taxpayers.

Third, infrastructure must come before development. Roads, transit, recreation, and emergency services must keep pace with growth. We need complete communities where people can live, work, access services, and feel a genuine sense of belonging—not simply bedroom communities.

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon's rural character and green spaces?

Caledon is expected to grow to 300,000 residents by 2051, but how we grow matters just as much as how much we grow.

We need housing, but growth should not come at the unnecessary expense of our farmland, green spaces, and rural heritage. Fortunately, Caledon has significant lands already designated for future growth. We should focus development within those areas and build strategically rather than allowing disconnected development to spread across the Town.

Concentrating growth also makes it more cost-effective to provide roads, transit, water, recreation, and emergency services. My priority is to build complete communities where people can live, work, and access the services they need while protecting the rural character that makes Caledon special.

Most importantly, Caledon must have a strong voice in how we grow. Council must make planning decisions based on the long-term interests of Caledon residents—not outside pressures or special interests.

With rising infrastructure costs (roads, water, transit) and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the town's growing needs?

Responsible spending starts with treating taxpayers’ money with the same discipline we would our own. I would look for efficiencies, eliminate duplication, prioritize essential services, and ensure major projects demonstrate clear value before moving forward.

My commitment is to no residential property tax increase for the first two years. To achieve that while meeting Caledon’s growing needs, we must diversify our tax base by attracting more commercial and employment investment. That creates municipal revenue while providing local jobs, especially for our youth, and more opportunities to shop and support businesses locally.

We also need to ensure growth pays for growth. New development should contribute its fair share toward the infrastructure it requires rather than placing that burden on existing taxpayers.

Finally, how we grow matters. Building complete communities near existing urban areas allows us to use infrastructure more efficiently and reduce both upfront and long-term service delivery costs.

With services transitioning from the Region of Peel, we also have an important opportunity to identify duplication, streamline delivery, and ensure Caledon receives good value for every tax dollar.

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration By-law update? Why, and what changes (if any) would you want before it's tabled? Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

I would not support the proposed Site Alteration By-law in its current form. I understand that our existing Fill By-law needs to be updated to reflect changes in provincial regulations and give the town effective enforcement tools, but modernization cannot come at the expense of Caledon’s groundwater, farmland, rural roads, and communities.

Before any new by-law is tabled, I would want much stronger safeguards around large-scale and commercial fill operations, imported soil, groundwater and well-water protection, truck traffic, and haul routes, along with clear mandatory requirements rather than unnecessary discretion. There also needs to be strong enforcement, transparency, and meaningful public consultation.

I have followed this issue closely, met with preservation groups, and attended information sessions to better understand their concerns.

Those conversations have reinforced my position that we should take the time to get this right rather than rush through a by-law with potentially permanent consequences.

Caledon needs modern rules, but they must protect Caledon first.

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

I do not support the use of Strong Mayor powers. I believe a strong mayor is someone who can bring Council together, build consensus, and work collaboratively, even when there are disagreements.

Every councillor is elected to represent their residents, bring their concerns forward, make their case, and earn the support of Council. That is an important foundation of local democracy.

Giving one individual the ability to override the collective decision of the elected Council can undermine that process. There will always be disagreements around the Council table, but leadership should be about finding common ground and building support—not concentrating decision-making power in one office.

Why are you running for Council.  What competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

I bring the willingness to serve residents by providing the opportunities to let residents be heard. As an EMS Dispatcher, it was my job to listen in order to help. Becoming a councillor requires the same ability, accept it will also give me the ability to have a stronger voice to help solve the issues that we in Ward 1 and all of Caledon experience. I have been part of the Caledon Village Association since 2017, I became President in 2018, but proud of how the CVA has become a close working unit that has brought other services and groups together to help provide community events for the community. As an example, the yearly Tree Lighting, an event that was in existence prior to being part of the CVA, but has grown in attendance due to the amazing volunteers of the CVA, Caledon Lions, Caledon Optimist's. The CVA has also given the community the opportunity to enjoy Halloween on the Fairgrounds and the Photo with Santa Day with the amazing cooperation of the Caledon Ag Society. Information nights have been help for residents to bring them up to speed with presentation from OPP, The Town of Caledon, Bright Start, Caledon Library, Caledon Village Tennis Club, Forks of the Credit Preservation. This type of interaction is the same as what I will bring to all Villages and Hamlets in Ward 1 and beyond. I have delegated at council many times on various topics and not always for Caledon Village, I have spoken for other locations when asked.

What do you believe are the top 2-3 issues currently facing Caledon or your Area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

This is a tough question, so many issues intertwine with each other. Traffic which encompasses, poor driving habits such as speeding, racing, outright dangerous driving including drunk driving (solution - licensing for every driver level must be re visited and higher fines) trucks on our roads, we know many of these vehicles or not properly maintained (solution - more enforcement) OPP - I do not believe we have enough officers on the roads, while I appreciate all that the OPP do, I understand that the need is driven by higher populated areas, however, drivers are getting away with too many infractions because OPP are busy elsewhere. Backroads all over Caledon suffer because non compliant drivers know they are likely to get away with their hurrendous habits. Caledons population is going to grow, I do not see law enforcement growing with it.

Aggregate. How much is enough? Caledon is not the only municipality asking this question. With over 30 plus years of reserves in place, aggregate companies need to be investigated more on their perceived need for new licences or expansions. Once upon a time what was being extracted was the only concern. Pits in the area are startiing to come to end of life and instead of real rehabilitation, they are being used as the easy out for fill. Eleven million plus cubic meters in one location (approved by the province) that will take twenty years minimum to complete, the number of trucks on our roads - staggering. Solution - work with TAPMO (Top Aggregate Producing Municipalities of Ontario) and OSSGA (Ontario Sand Stone and Gravel Association) to find effective solutions to the impacts endured by residents. Aggregate is a big part of how our water is impacted. Contrary to popular belieft in the northern portion of Caledon, our "Regional Water" is not from the big pipe, it is from groundwater and aquifers. Aggregate digging and possibly blasting below the water table impacts our waters supply. Another cause for concern with water is all the water taking permits currently in effect.

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon's rural character and green spaces?

There are Settlement Area Boundaries (SAB) in place for a reason. SAB's in rural Caledon are meant to protect the area from misplaced leapfrog development. With lands that have already be zoned for housing, any development in Caledon's rural areas must be closely scrutinized, I am already aware of more than one development that makes no sense due to site issues and peripheral issues. Thats not being a nimby, it's the reality that not all land is feasible for development just because it's there.

With rising infrastructure costs (roads, water, transit) and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the town's growing needs?

Great question. Is it safe to assume that the Province will come through with the money promised to make Caledon "whole"? If they don't, property taxes will make living in Caledon impossible due to unafforability, the waiting game and lack of information is completely unacceptable yet here we are not knowing what is coming at us as residents. Lets say the province comes through, costs are rising, can we proceed with some projects that will certainly be in the budget? I would suggest not. My hope is that more residents take an interest in the budget, to see what we must provide vs what residents would like. If it takes extra meetings to discuss the budget, so be it.

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw update? Why, and what changes (if any) would you want before it's tabled?  Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

I oppose the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw. I believe that the amount of 10,000 cubic meters  in the current bylaw should be reduced by at least half to receive permission to move ahead with any proposal that requires such a large amout and that the permission should only come from Council. Caledon must eliminate the "Open for fill business" Fill turns up in our municipality far too easily, accountability for testing must be enforced. Yes, I have participated in public meetings.

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

No

Why are you running for Council.  What competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

I am running for council because I care deeply about Caledon and want to represent the people of Ward 1 at the council table. I have lived, worked and volunteered in Caledon for 23 years, building connections throughout the community. For 16 years, I have owned a local food business, supporting our local economy and community, including through fundraising that has raised more than $20,000 for Bethell Hospice. I also bring more than 10 years of municipal experience in water conservation and environmental education with York and Peel Regions, along with a BSc in Biological Sciences, specializing in Environmental Biology. Most recently, I combined my education, municipal experience and community connections to lead more than 200 residents in the fight to protect Swan Lake from becoming a fill site for GTA construction waste. I believe this combination of community involvement, municipal experience, scientific knowledge and practical business experience makes me well suited to represent Ward 1 and advocate for the issues that matter to Caledon. 

What do you believe are the top 2-3 issues currently facing Caledon or your Area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

My top priority, as so much of Caledon is entirely dependent on groundwater, is protecting our water resources while ensuring infrastructure keeps pace with growth. Council faces major challenges, including a new Site Alteration By-law, potential data centres and a blasting quarry, and the downloading of Peel’s water responsibilities. At the same time, Caledon is at a breaking point with truck traffic. Downloaded regional roads will leave taxpayers responsible for maintaining routes carrying increasing truck volumes, as projects in neighbouring municipalities, such as the Hillsburgh pit, could add up to 150 trucks a day along Highway 10 and Charleston Road.  Commercial fill operations threaten groundwater and add traffic our roads cannot absorb. Council must consider these cumulative impacts before approving projects and work collaboratively to protect Caledon’s water, roads and infrastructure. 

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon's rural character and green spaces?

With nearly 35,000 homes approved during the last term, the next council must carefully phase development based on actual infrastructure, financial and environmental capacity. We may have approved the growth, but we do not have to rush to build it. I would slow the pace where necessary to ensure infrastructure, taxpayer affordability, groundwater protection and prime agricultural lands come first. Growth must be managed within Caledon’s environmental limits—not at their expense. No growth should justify sacrificing prime farmland or the groundwater sources residents depend on.

With rising infrastructure costs (roads, water, transit) and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the town's growing needs?

Caledon is facing unprecedented growth, with much of it already approved. But growth should not come at the expense of existing taxpayers. I would make affordability a priority by protecting essential services, investing responsibly in infrastructure and finding efficiencies wherever possible. New development must contribute its fair share toward the infrastructure it requires, while the long-term operating costs of new roads and facilities are carefully considered. Every tax dollar should deliver real value for residents. 

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw update? Why, and what changes (if any) would you want before it's tabled?  Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

I would support updating the Site Alteration By-law, but not in its current form. The proposed update strengthens some protections, however, before it is tabled, I would want a clear prohibition on large-scale commercial fill operations, so Caledon does not become a destination for excess soil from outside the community. I would also want stronger requirements for groundwater assessments, fill tracking from source to destination, truck-volume and haul-route controls, protection of agricultural soils, and consideration of cumulative impacts. We can modernize the by-law and strengthen environmental protections without creating a new pathway for large-scale commercial fill. 

Yes, I participated in all public meetings regarding the Site Alteration by-law. I also volunteered to be part of the focus group for the by-law but received no response to my request.  

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

I do not support the use of Strong Mayor powers.  

Why are you running for Council? What competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

I am running for Council because I want Ward 1 residents to have representation that is accessible, responsive and accountable. I want residents to know that when they raise an issue, their Councillor will listen, follow up and clearly explain the decisions being made on their behalf.

My academic background is in Law & Society at York University, where I have been recognized through the Dean's Circle of Scholars. I also have professional municipal experience working in the Office of the CAO at the City of Brampton, where I gained experience in municipal administration, policy and working with Council. I have spent years volunteering with municipal, provincial and federal offices and engaging with residents from different backgrounds.

My family owns and operates farms in Ward 1, which has given me a personal understanding of the importance of protecting Caledon's rural communities, agricultural land and quality of life.

I also want young people to see a future for themselves in Caledon. As our community grows, we need more opportunities for youth to work, volunteer, participate in local government, access recreation and eventually build their careers and lives here. I want young people to feel that they have a place and a voice in Caledon's future.

What do you believe are the top 2-3 issues currently facing Caledon or your area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

My top priorities are responsible growth and infrastructure, safer roads and communities, and protecting Ward 1's rural and environmental interests.

Growth must be matched by the roads, emergency services, recreation facilities and infrastructure needed to support it. I would push for development to be properly phased alongside infrastructure and work to ensure existing taxpayers are not left carrying an unfair share of the cost.

Road safety is another major concern. I would advocate for action on speeding and dangerous intersections, safer pedestrian routes around schools and parks, and targeted enforcement where needed.

Protecting Ward 1 also means taking issues such as aggregate operations, groundwater, truck traffic, noise and major site alterations seriously. I would ensure residents' concerns are heard and carefully consider the impact these proposals could have on surrounding communities.

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon's rural character and green spaces?

Caledon needs housing, but growth should not come at the expense of the qualities that make our community unique.

I would support directing appropriate growth toward areas that can accommodate it while protecting agricultural lands, environmentally sensitive areas, groundwater resources and established rural communities. Development should also occur alongside the roads, servicing, emergency services and community facilities required to support it.

Growth should create opportunities for the next generation as well. Young people should be able to find different housing options, employment opportunities, recreation and community spaces in Caledon rather than feeling that they have to leave the community to build their future.

Protecting Caledon's rural character does not mean opposing growth. It means making responsible decisions about where and how we grow and ensuring residents have a meaningful voice before decisions with lasting consequences are made.

With rising infrastructure costs and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the Town's growing needs?

Every tax dollar should be spent responsibly and with a clear benefit for residents.

I would prioritize essential services and infrastructure, including roads and community facilities needed to support growth, while carefully reviewing lower-priority spending. I would also support long-term financial planning so Council considers not only the upfront cost of a project, but what it will cost to operate and maintain in the future.

Major spending decisions and projects that go over budget should receive close scrutiny. As Caledon grows, I would support using the tools available to the Town to ensure growth contributes fairly toward the infrastructure needed to support it, rather than placing an unreasonable burden on existing taxpayers.

Transparency is equally important. For major budget decisions, I would provide residents with a clear explanation of what was decided, how I voted and why.

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration By-law update? Why, and what changes would you want before it is tabled? Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

I do not support the proposed Site Alteration By-law update in its current form.

Caledon needs effective rules governing fill, topsoil, grading and drainage. Those rules should protect groundwater, neighbouring properties, roads and the natural environment while still allowing legitimate agricultural and property uses.

Before I could support a future version of the by-law, I would want strong groundwater and soil protections, clear public notice and consultation for major site alterations, consideration of truck traffic and road impacts, and protections for legitimate agricultural activities.

Swan Lake is an example of why these protections and public consultation matter. Residents should have a meaningful opportunity to be heard before decisions are made that could significantly affect their community or environment.

I understand that the proposed Site Alteration By-law will not be brought forward during the current term of Council. I did not participate in the previous public meetings. However, I have reviewed the concerns raised around the proposed by-law. If elected, I would make sure residents are meaningfully consulted on any future proposal.

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

Oppose.

Why are you running for Council? What competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

I am running for Mayor because Caledon is entering an important period of growth and change, and experience matters.

I have served eight years and two terms on Caledon Council, including this term as Regional Councillor representing Wards 1, 2 and 3. My experience includes serving as Chair and Past Chair of Caledon Community Services, as a member of the Credit Valley Conservation Board, and on the ROMA Board of Directors.

Before elected office, I spent more than 30 years in business leadership, managing people, budgets and complex decisions.

Caledon has been my home for more than 30 years. I am offering experienced, steady leadership, a commitment to listening to residents and an ability to work collaboratively with the next Council.

What do you believe are the top 2–3 issues currently facing Caledon or your Area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

My priorities are responsible growth, transportation and fiscal responsibility.

Growth needs to be managed carefully and planned alongside the roads, infrastructure and services needed to support it.

Traffic congestion and truck traffic are already affecting communities across Caledon. We need to continue improving our road network, address truck traffic and illegal truck yards, and strengthen enforcement using Town by-law officers and the OPP.

The next Council will also face significant financial pressures. We need to set priorities, manage spending carefully and make sure residents receive value for their tax dollars.

My focus is straightforward: manage growth responsibly, address the pressures residents are experiencing today, and make decisions Caledon can afford.

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon’s rural character and green spaces?

Caledon will grow and we need housing. The challenge is managing that growth responsibly.

Growth needs to be planned alongside the roads, infrastructure and services required to support it, while protecting our groundwater, farmland, natural heritage and rural communities.

My record reflects that approach. I opposed the twelve zoning applications brought forward together in 2024 and the proposed filling of Swan Lake because I did not believe those decisions were in Caledon’s best interests.

The next Council will face significant growth decisions, and each needs to be considered on its merits, with good planning, environmental protection, infrastructure capacity and meaningful resident input.

I support responsible growth that protects what we have while building what we need.

With rising infrastructure costs (roads, water, transit) and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the Town’s growing needs?

Caledon is entering the next term with significant new financial responsibilities, including the transfer of regional roads and changes to waste services. We cannot simply absorb new costs and assume the taxpayer will pick up the difference.

As Mayor, I will expect the administration to operate efficiently. That means reviewing how we deliver services, identifying operational efficiencies, controlling costs and making sure we are getting value from every tax dollar.

My business background taught me that when circumstances change, you review your operations, set priorities and make difficult choices before asking customers to pay more. Municipal government should be no different.

We will also need to continue working with the Province and Region on the costs associated with downloaded responsibilities.

My job as Mayor will be to bring a disciplined, business-minded approach to those decisions while protecting the services residents rely on.

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration By-law update? Why, and what changes (if any) would you want before it’s tabled? Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

The proposed Site Alteration By-law has generated significant community discussion and deserves careful consideration by the next Council.

As a sitting Councillor, I participated in the public meetings and supported additional public consultation on the proposed by-law. We need to distinguish between legitimate grading required for approved development and large-scale commercial fill operations, particularly in Caledon’s rural and agricultural areas.

The next Council should review the work completed to date, resident input, staff advice and the technical and environmental evidence before determining the appropriate path forward.

My priorities are clear: protecting groundwater, agricultural land and our rural communities, while ensuring Caledon has practical and enforceable rules.

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

No. I oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers.

Why are you running for Council.  What competencies and capabilities are you bringing to the role?

 I am running for Mayor because Caledon needs experienced leadership that can protect what makes our town special while fixing problems residents already live with.

I bring more than 20 years of business experience, a Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto, experience on the Ontario Land Tribunal, and four years representing Caledon at both Town and Regional Council. Today, I chair Planning and Growth Management at Peel Region.

More importantly, I have a record of getting things done. I moved to restore protections for residents affected by aggregate operations, advanced the push for a GO Station in Bolton, supported park and playground improvements across Caledon, helped deliver the new Soccer Dome in Caledon East, and pushed forward the widening of Highway 50 at Mayfield and Coleraine, where the first stages of work are already underway. I have also consistently backed stronger enforcement against those who break the rules, including illegal truck yards, while fighting for the roads, parks, recreation facilities and community infrastructure Caledon needs.

I am running to bring that same practical, results-focused approach to every community in Caledon.

 What do you believe are the top 2-3 issues currently facing Caledon or your Area, and how would you prioritize and address them?

 My priorities are safer communities, infrastructure that keeps pace, and responsible spending.

On illegal land use, I supported the Illegal Land Use Task Force and stronger enforcement authority. Since I joined Town Council in 2022, the amount of illegal truck yards has gone from more than 300 to less than 80.  That is still to many but we are on the right trajectory.  These illegal land use sights should have never had a chance to take root. I am going to finish that job with stronger penalties and provincial enforcement tools.

On community safety, I initiated the process at Caledon Council for police reporting centres and then brought the motion at Peel Region that released funding to move those centres closer to reality.

And infrastructure means more than roads. I have supported playground upgrades, park amenities, transit improvements and GO advocacy because communities need services delivered alongside growth, not years afterward.

Caledon is facing significant pressure from the Province for urban development and population growth. How would you balance the need for housing with preserving Caledon's rural character and green spaces?

We need to stop treating housing and protecting Caledon as competing goals.

Roughly 80% of Caledon is covered by provincial environmental, agricultural and conservation protections. Development should be concentrated where infrastructure and servicing can support it, while farmland, groundwater, villages and environmentally sensitive lands remain protected.

Many pressures residents face today were set in motion before I was elected. The previous Council supported major MZO-driven growth decisions, including requesting an MZO for Mayfield West Phase 2 Stage 2 that allowed for that development to proceed without proper oversight and the local Councillors did not ensure that the development had the amenities needed to create a complete community.

My approach is infrastructure first: roads, water, wastewater, parks, transit and emergency services must be planned with development and paid for by growth.  Not the taxpayer.

I have also voted to examine parking impacts before adding density in established communities and supported practical infrastructure investments residents actually use.

I have lived in the same house for the last 22 years and I have no land to sell for a highway or a subdivision so my tenure as Mayor will mean that I do not have to recuse myself from some the most important decisions being made in the next term of Council.

 With rising infrastructure costs (roads, water, transit) and property tax pressures, what specific steps would you take to ensure responsible spending while still meeting the town's growing needs?

 Every major spending decision should answer three questions: What will it cost today? What will it cost over its lifetime? Who should pay for it?

As Mayor, I will prioritize core services, require clear life-cycle costing on major capital projects, maintain a four-year infrastructure plan and insist that development contribute its fair share toward the infrastructure it requires.

My record shows I am prepared to scrutinize large expenditures. At Peel, I supported the staff position rejecting an extraordinary $11-billion debt proposal rather than passing that potential burden forward to taxpayers.

At the same time, responsible budgeting means investing where residents see the benefit. I supported playground improvements across Caledon, while others fought to remove them.

Fiscal responsibility is about value, priorities and results.

Do you support or oppose the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw update? Why, and what changes (if any) would you want before it's tabled?  Did you participate in any of the public meetings?

  I oppose the proposed by-law in its current form. Caledon is too diverse for a one-size-fits-all approach.

Mass grading inside settlement areas such as Bolton and Mayfield is often part of approved subdivisions, employment lands and municipal infrastructure that already undergo extensive planning and engineering review. Rural Caledon presents very different risks: large scale imported fill, groundwater and private wells, agricultural lands, truck traffic, former aggregate sites and illegal commercial operations.

I want separate standards for urban settlement areas and rural Caledon, with significantly stronger monitoring, securities, inspections, soil tracking and enforcement for major rural fill operations. I will not allow rural Caledon to become a dumping ground.

I also do not support a blanket exemption for normal farm practices. Legitimate farmers should receive streamlined approvals, reduced fees and practical exemptions for small-scale agricultural work, while the Town retains oversight of major fill operations.

Aggregate rehabilitation must also meet strong standards for soil quality, groundwater protection, haul routes, monitoring and reporting, even where the Province is the approval authority.

I participated directly in the Council process and brought forward a motion requiring more time and meaningful public consultation before the by-law moved ahead. I will not support a by-law that weakens rural protections. The final rules must protect our groundwater, farmland and communities, give the Town the tools to stop illegal operations, and make absolutely clear that rural Caledon is not Ontario’s dumping ground.

Do you support or oppose the use of Strong Mayor powers?

 OPPOSE!

I will not use Strong Mayor powers to override Council.

Every Councillor has a democratic mandate. The Mayor’s job is to lead, build consensus and make the case for good decisions not replace Council.

My record reflects that approach. I brought forward stronger transparency around remote Council participation: recording virtual attendance in the minutes passed unanimously, while the additional accountability proposal for a remote-participation registry passed despite opposition from some of those that sat on Council.

If I cannot convince a majority of Council that an idea is right for Caledon, then I have more work to do.