Candidates in Ottawa's Kitchissippi ward debate transit, safety and housing
The four contenders for the open council seat all named improving public transit as their top priority for the first year in office.
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The four contenders for the open council seat all named improving public transit as their top priority for the first year in office.
Ronald Steele and Ann MacDiarmid outlined their positions on taxes, transit and the environment ahead of the Oct. 26 election.
Transit management reported service delivery below its target earlier this year, while council rejected a proposed temporary summer frequency reduction.
The Société de transport de Laval says the consultation will inform a planned overhaul of its main network by 2028.
The volunteer-run newsletter compiles election information, candidate meetings and advocacy campaigns for sustainable transportation.
A $9 charge to enter the downtown core could reduce gridlock and fund transit improvements, researchers say.
Ann-Marie Zammit says forced amalgamation has failed elsewhere and would harm services, advocating instead for a housing-first strategy.
The candidate running for councillor in Ward 1 says he would oppose AI data centre developments and reform the city's rental licensing program.
The former councillor says the transit network overhaul has left some riders stranded and promises changes if elected.
The two Class B towers, totalling nearly 400,000 square feet, are being sold separately or together.
The municipal party's plan includes amalgamating UBC lands, a plebiscite on council elections and a new 'Vancouver Accord' on housing and addiction.
The city says tariffs could add hundreds of millions of dollars to its procurement costs for items like steel and fire trucks.
The 29-year-old procurement professional is running on housing, transit and public safety reforms.