One thing’s for sure this coming election day, there will be at least one new city councillor in Ward 1 and at least one new councillor in Ward 5. Both wards have solid and well-liked incumbents, but what about those open seats? Why have one Daniel in Ward 1 when you can have two? And perhaps what Ward 5 needs is someone minding the details, like sidewalks? Continue reading “GUELPH POLITICAST #547 – The Other Daniel and The Sidewalk Guy (feat. Daniel Kaufmann and Jon Christensen)”
“I hope residents will look at my 35-year record and ask whether I have demonstrated the judgment, care and governance experience they want in their councillor. I won’t promise that I’ll know everything or always agree with everyone. What I can promise is that I’ll show up, listen, ask questions, do my homework and make decisions based on what I believe is best for Ward 5 and Guelph.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Danny Lui for Ward 5 City Councillor “
September is half over, and the campaign is heating up. The Guelph Politicast is coming back to you with two more candidates and once again we’re mixing up the wards, two from each of the two busiest races in this year’s election. This week, we’re going to talk about being a busy bee with one candidate and then we’re going to talk about business with another. Continue reading “GUELPH POLITICAST #544 – Bees and Business (feat. Mike Barber and James Doran)”
Where’s the hottest political action in Guelph this election? It’s in Ward 5! There are 10 people who are vying for those two council seats in this campaign, especially for that vacancy left by the one incumbent running now for mayor. The other incumbent? She’s one of the guests on this edition of the podcast, but before that we will hear from one of her challengers. Continue reading “GUELPH POLITICAST #543 – Back to the 5ive (feat. Wesley Harris and Cathy Downer)”
“I am running because I believe experience matters, particularly at a time when Guelph is facing significant challenges and difficult decisions. I know how City Hall works. I know the community. And I know the importance of listening, working collaboratively and staying connected to the people I represent. Serious times call for serious, experienced leadership.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Cathy Downer for Ward 5 City Councillor”
“I come from blue-collar roots. I know what it is like to look at rising rent, groceries, taxes and bills and wonder how much more room there really is. I think City Hall needs more of that perspective when decisions are being made. Not just asking whether something is a good idea, but whether the average person can actually afford it and whether it is going to make their life better.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Wesley Harris for Ward 5 City Councillor”
“I am not a typical politician. I am a doer. Throughout my career, I have brought people together around difficult challenges, found resources, built partnerships and turned good ideas into real projects and results. […] I am not running because I want to be a politician. I am running because I believe Guelph has enormous potential, and I want to help bring people together to make good things happen on your behalf.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: James Doran for Ward 5 City Councillor”
“I believe I will bring a combination of perspectives that is valuable at City Hall: a long-time Ward 5 resident, an educator, someone with a background in business and financial literacy, and someone who has spent his career listening to people and helping them make informed decisions. I also believe council needs to be more assertive in bringing the voice of residents into the development of public policy.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Greg Cawsey for Ward 5 City Councillor”
I bring the perspective of the next generation – those of us who are struggling to get started. Despite building successful careers, many young people are finding it increasingly difficult to buy homes, start families, and build the lives that previous generations could reasonably work toward. […] I’m asking Ward 5 to be the wind at the back of the next generation by giving us a chance to help shape the future that we will inevitably inherit. Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Dakota Cherry for Ward 5 City Councillor”
This coming Monday is Labour Day, the unofficial end of the summer, and the official start of the real campaign. With everyone back to a regular routine, and in some cases heading back to school, many folks in Guelph being really paying attention for the first time. And speaking of school, we will head to the ward that’s home to the University of Guelph and talk to the ones who want to be the next representatives of Ward 5. Continue reading “GUELPH POLITICAST #540 – Mambo No. Ward 5 (feat. Greg Cawsey and Dakota Cherry)”
