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Statement on declaring candidacy for re-election to City Council.

I am seeking re-election to City Council in this October's municipal election as Councillor for Sydenham District for three main reasons:

First, I made a commitment in 2006 that if elected, I would stand again in 2010 so that Sydenham electors, should they wish, could benefit from having a sense of continuity in terms of their representation around the Council table, or choose a candidate who more suited their expectations. I am very pleased with the support I have received from people across the District, all of whom have encouraged me to stand for a second term as their Councillor.

I am equally pleased that Helen Finley and Richard Strong have agreed to co-chair my re-election campaign. They oversaw a first class effort in 2006 for which I was, and continue to be most grateful.

Four years ago I said that if elected, my first priority would always be “Putting People First”. Along with many others, I felt strongly that there was some real urgency in moving the City away from what had been a focus on bricks and mortar projects and towards those that worked to improve our quality of life. By focusing on Kingston's unique strengths as we worked to by develop our economy, land and communities in responsible, innovative, sustainable and affordable ways, we have made a start.

Second, this Council has a proven record of getting things done that matter to people, including controlling spending. This Council has the record of the lowest tax increases since 2000. I ran in 2006 on the theme of “Putting People First” at City Hall, and this Council has done that. It's still my theme and it's more important than ever. We can't afford to go backwards.

Third, I have made significant initiatives, for example in improving transit and furthering arts, culture and heritage – all vital elements of Kingston's fabric and our overall economy – and I want to see the new Council follow through on all of them.

As with my first campaign in 2006, I will not accept donations from corporations, businesses, unions or associations of any kind.


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