The Moose Jaw Express/MooseJawToday.com sent out a questionnaire to each of the candidates running to be the next mayor of Moose Jaw. We will be publishing these results in order they were received.
The mayoral byelection is set for Wednesday, Nov. 3.
What would be your top priority as mayor?
To unite the people of Moose Jaw and create a strong sense of community.
What would you like to accomplish or see happen in your first 100 days?
The first 100 days will be primarily getting acquainted with staff and community groups to build strong foundations to make informed decisions going forward.
How can city council be more transparent in its decision making?
Always tell the truth and give the people no reason to think otherwise.
What do you think about city council spending more on projects than it budgeted for this year?
There are always issues that arise that you can’t plan for. I am sure there are times city council is under their budgets.
What do you think about council using surplus account — such as the accumulated account — to pay for unexpected expenses?
Is that not what those accounts are there for?
Do you think that community beautification initiatives are necessary and should be spent out of surplus funds?
If the city has surplus money, it seems like a great way to invest it back in to the community.
Your job is to represent everyone in the city. How do you plan to represent people who do not vote for you?
I will represent everyone equally.
What issue doesn’t receive enough attention in Moose Jaw?
I believe there is not enough attention going to the good work our community groups are already doing, such as the police service and their tireless pursuits as our front line dealing with crime; firefighters keeping us safe; paramedics providing swift care; and the community groups that support the less fortunate in our city. I would like to see a larger pat on the back go to them.
What issue receives too much attention?
The other eight candidates running for mayor. All their attention makes it harder for me to win. Just kidding; the misinformation about COVID-19 receives far too much attention.
What informs your political stance?
The world around me, from the news to friends to conversations at work.
What is something people don’t know about you?
I really like brainteaser games and clever ideas; both I will get to do as mayor.
