Platform

Spend Wisely. Build for the Future.

Protect taxpayers today by making disciplined, transparent investments in the infrastructure Centre Wellington will need tomorrow.

The Township of Centre Wellington is responsible for over $1.2 billion worth of public assets: roads, bridges, wells, watermains, sidewalks, sports facilities, buildings, playground equipment, fire equipment, and more. All of these need to be maintained, upgraded, or replaced as required.

Effectively managing public infrastructure has to be the number one priority for the Mayor and Council. This demands informed decisions that prepare us for future growth and a changing climate.

I commit to prioritizing consistent and transparent management of our vital infrastructure to minimize costly emergency repairs and replacements.

Leverage the unique strengths of Centre Wellington to build a thriving economy

Centre Wellington is incredibly well positioned to attract and retain high quality jobs. Our proximity to three universities, strong agricultural sector, dynamic arts and culture community, talented residents, and high quality of life, make Centre Wellington a smart choice for businesses.

This past year, the creation of a Municipal Services Corporation laid the groundwork for a strong, thoughtful approach to Economic Development & Tourism. With dedicated staff and a clear mandate that is balanced between managing tourism (e.g. marketing, visitor experience, and minimizing negative impacts on residents) and economic development, the Township is well positioned for a bright future.

I will bring a place-based approach to economic development in Centre Wellington, leveraging our strengths to build a thriving local economy that works for everyone.

Housing for All and Farmland for the Future.

Encourage a diversity of housing options so that the people who work here can afford to live here.

The housing crisis in Ontario continues and the cost of housing is still out of reach for many people in CW.  The Township must work with our building and development community to build a wide range of housing types that meet people where they’re at.

In particular, we need more rental housing in Centre Wellington. The Township’s 2024 Housing Needs Assessment shows that our housing stock is mainly owner-occupied while only 3% of our housing is non-market (affordable) and only 6% is purpose-built rentals (for context, approximately 32% of all households in Ontario are renters). 

I will complete the Housing Action Plan and form a Housing Advisory Committee. Under my leadership, the Township will establish partnerships for affordable housing projects. 

Preserve farmland for future generations by managing growth efficiently and sustainably.

Centre Wellington cannot build more homes at the expense of our valuable (and irreplaceable!) farmland. Ontario is currently losing 319 acres of farmland per day and some of that is happening right here in Centre Wellington.

Housing growth can and must be contained within the existing urban boundary. This means embracing gentle density and adding “missing middle” (4-6 story buildings) thoughtfully within our existing communities.

I will continue to advocate for the protection of the high-quality farmland within Centre Wellington. This land provides important ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge and it supports our critically important agricultural sector

Make Everyday Life Better.

Invest in parks, trails, and recreation facilities to support a healthy and active community.

Our growing community needs services and facilities that support active and healthy lifestyles, a sense of belonging and community cohesion. 

During 2024 and 2025, the Township developed a long-term comprehensive Parks and Recreation Plan that outlines the facilities and services we need over the next 30 years. The report shows that we are already lacking in core recreation facilities. 

For example, we need at least nine to fourteen outdoor turf fields for field sports and two ice pads by 2031. We need more indoor recreational facilities such as an indoor walking track, sports fields, gymnasiums, and multi-purpose rooms. 

I will work towards the development of an indoor multi-use recreation facility to serve the needs of our growing community. 

Engage residents in decision-making to achieve better outcomes

People are at the heart of our community. By building on work started with the Township’s Community Engagement Strategy and Charter, I envision a culture of collaboration in Centre Wellington Collaboration matters not only at the council table, but also between council and staff, between the township and the business community, and between the township and residents. Better decisions come from meaningful dialogue.