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1. What key issues define your campaign platform?
* Prudent spending to improve the financial health of the city. How much money do we have? How much money do we need?
* Everyone wants to cut taxes yet nobody wants to cut services. We need to raise money in order to maintain the services we have. I reluctantly admit that tax increases are a reality.
* Toronto is not a business, it is our home. We have responsibilities to our citizens. Cutting taxes is not necessarily the right way to go. In order to ensure our obligations are met, it seems that we will need tax increases for the foreseeable future. Sorry to report this, but that’s just the way it is.
* Transit must be improved. We need a link from Pearson International Airport to downtown Toronto.
* Long-range planning for infrastructure improvement is vital.
* We need to promote Toronto as a business and tourism destination.

2. Why are you the best candidate for this position?
* I love Toronto and I want to see it improve. I have a strong sense of where we need to be, particularly where infrastructure and public transit are concerned. Transit systems in many countries are light years ahead of what’s available to Torontonians. That is just unacceptable. We deserve better.
* I understand that things need to change.
* I will have an open-door policy where citizens are welcome to visit, discuss issues and offer suggestions. You and I are on the same team. We’re working together to make a better city.
* I was raised in the inner city and I have a unique understanding of downtown wards, as well as our suburban ward.
* I work well with others and try to build consensus. I will keep “BS” to a minimum. I will always remember that I work for YOU.

3. What specifically do you plan to do for your ward, if elected?
* I will do my utmost to preserve and improve services.
* I will not disappear after Election Day.
* I will have open lines of communication with my constituents and rate payer groups.
* I will work towards the enlivenment of Centennial Park, making it a top venue for arts and culture festivals and concerts. Ultimately, it needs a renewed focus, a band shell and a makeover.
* I would like to make better use of Etobicoke City Hall, opening it as a gathering venue for local communities and a centre of activity, arts and culture.

4. Please provide details on your personal bio.
I have lived my entire life in the city of Toronto. I was raised in downtown Toronto and have lived in Ward 3 for the past 22 years. Self-employed in the food industry, I also have years of experience in construction. Most recently, I’ve been focused on transportation and logistics. My hobbies are cars and playing hockey.

5. Who do you plan to support for mayor?
In the spirit of cooperation required for council to be functional, I will work alongside whomever is elected to lead the city.