THE CHALLENGE (what's happening)
Rising fees and property taxes. Water, sewer, and waste collection bills increased significantly in 2025. Garbage collection was previously funded from property taxes but now there's a waste management fee resulting in a $45 per quarter increase on the water-sewage-waste bill. There should be an inquiry on the escalating cost for the North End Sewage Treatment Plant. Council must adjust priorities to improve essential services and to focus on essential infrastructure projects. The replenishment of the Financial Stabilization Reserve is a necessity and the debt must be reduced. The city has a spending problem.
WHY IT MATTERS (how it affects families and neighbourhoods)
Rising fees and property taxes. Water, sewer, and waste collection bills increased significantly in 2025. Garbage collection was previously funded from property taxes but now there's a waste management fee resulting in a $45 per quarter increase on the water-sewage-waste bill. There should be an inquiry on the escalating cost for the North End Sewage Treatment Plant. Council must adjust priorities to improve essential services and to focus on essential infrastructure projects. The replenishment of the Financial Stabilization Reserve is a necessity and the debt must be reduced. The city has a spending problem.
KELLY'S PLAN (specific, measurable actions)
Rising fees and property taxes. Water, sewer, and waste collection bills increased significantly in 2025. Garbage collection was previously funded from property taxes but now there's a waste management fee resulting in a $45 per quarter increase on the water-sewage-waste bill. There should be an inquiry on the escalating cost for the North End Sewage Treatment Plant. Council must adjust priorities to improve essential services and to focus on essential infrastructure projects. The replenishment of the Financial Stabilization Reserve is a necessity and the debt must be reduced. The city has a spending problem.