Fiscal Responsibility
NO to Higher Taxes! Council should be the Stewards of Your Taxpayer Dollars, managing public funds responsibly, fiscally, and ethically. I want to make affordable decisions that benefit residents. Councillors Melinda Warren (Mayoral candidate) & Glen Fuhl (Ward 1 candidate) propose to increase municipal debt from $7 million to possibly $80 million over three years.
Read MoreProtecting Our Water
Instead of a PRO Sio Silica Council, I believe we need a NO Sio Silica Council. One of the key issues Springfield is facing is Sio Silica’s 2nd application to mine in our freshwater aquifer. Residents Agree: We have the RIGHT to clean water, in our wells and water systems. Water is our most valuable resource and must be protected.
Read MorePublic Participation
Residents must be welcomed and encouraged to participate in Council meetings and town halls. In their term, Councillors Warren & Fuhl eliminated Question Period. Many residents felt discouraged and stopped attending council meetings. I believe Council should immediately make a resolution that all residents are welcome to attend and actively participate in all council-held events.
Read MoreRecall & Accountability
There is a growing need in rural municipalities, including Springfield, to hold councils accountable between elections. Council must act in the best interest of taxpayers. When it fails, there should be consequences. I will work with a new council to hold public hearings and workshops to help introduce a 51% Recall Legislation. Recall will create a path for stronger accountability.
Read MoreOur Amazing Rural Community of Springfield
Our Amazing Rural Community of Springfield I was part of a recent survey that canvassed over 1000 residents in our Municipality and found: Over 90% of residents want to preserve Springfield’s rural identity where 70% live on acreages, farms and ranches; and 30% live in small towns. Residents support reasonable growth, and new opportunities for families and businesses.
Read MoreBuilding Our Future
Springfield is a unique and special place – a community with strong roots, growing opportunities, and tremendous possibilities for the future. Building for our future means planning thoughtfully for what our residents need: good roads and highways, schools, a much-needed personal care home, housing options for seniors and young families, and a strong local business community. It also means making sure the infrastructure and services are in place to support these needs before we grow beyond our capacity. I want Springfield to be a place where our young people can afford to build a life, where seniors can remain close to family and community, and where businesses see opportunity to invest and create local jobs. I will work cooperatively with provincial officials to advocate for Springfield’s needs and help move these important priorities forward. We can welcome new ideas and new opportunities while protecting the qualities that make Springfield such a desirable place to live. With careful planning, responsible investment and a clear vision, we can build a strong future that works for the people who call Springfield home.
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