I believe Victoria deserves a municipal government that makes responsible decisions, treats people fairly, plans ahead, and gets things done.
I will bring these proposals to council, listen to residents and report on our progress. Council approval, available funding and staff capacity will shape what we can accomplish together.
Timeframes run from taking office unless otherwise stated.
01 Policy proposal
Responsible Spending and Financial Transparency
Making every municipal dollar count.
I believe every municipal dollar should count. I will work with council to make responsible spending decisions and give residents clear information about how their tax dollars are used.
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Quarterly financial transparency
I will advocate for plain-language public financial summaries within 30 days of quarterly financial reviews, including actual spending against budget, major variances, and projected year-end results.
- When
- Within 30 days of quarterly reviews
- Target
- Spending against budget, variances and year-end forecast
Open budget discussions
I will work toward releasing an understandable proposed budget summary at least 14 days before a public budget discussion, allowing residents to ask questions and provide input.
- When
- At least 14 days before discussion
- Target
- Proposed budget summary and public input
Annual spending review
I will propose an annual review of the five largest controllable recurring municipal operating expenses, identifying opportunities to improve value or reduce unnecessary costs.
- When
- Annually
- Target
- Five largest controllable recurring operating expenses
02 Policy proposal
Fair and Accountable Municipal Purchasing
Clear rules. Fair competition. Proper oversight.
I believe municipal purchasing must be transparent, fair, and consistent. I will work with council to put Victoria’s Procurement Bylaw #2026-01, effective April 1, 2026, into effective practice.
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Procurement review
Within the first six months, I will propose a review of the existing purchasing bylaw, including spending thresholds, competitive bidding, exceptions, and council oversight.
- When
- Within six months
- Target
- Thresholds, bidding, exceptions and council oversight
Public purchasing information
I will advocate for quarterly public reporting on purchases exceeding $5,000, including purpose, value, and purchasing method, subject to lawful confidentiality requirements.
- When
- Quarterly
- Target
- Purchases exceeding $5,000; lawful confidentiality protected
Annual procurement summary
I will propose annual reporting of competitive purchases, exceptions, and opportunities to improve procurement practices.
- When
- Annually
- Target
- Competitive purchases and exceptions
03 Policy proposal
Making the Most of Funding Opportunities
Looking beyond local tax dollars.
I want Victoria to build on its success in receiving grants. I will work with council and staff to coordinate funding searches and identify additional opportunities for worthwhile community projects.
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Funding opportunity register
Within 90 days, I will propose a system for identifying and tracking eligible funding programs, application deadlines, and outcomes.
- When
- Within 90 days
- Target
- Funding programs, deadlines and outcomes
Proactive funding searches
I will advocate for examining at least 12 relevant external funding opportunities annually and pursuing applications where a sound financial and community case exists.
- When
- Annually
- Target
- Examine at least 12 relevant opportunities; apply where justified
Advocating for Victoria
I will work with neighbouring municipalities, the Federation of PEI Municipalities, and provincial representatives to advocate for fair municipal funding, with an annual public update on those efforts.
- When
- Annual public update
- Target
- Joint advocacy for fair municipal funding
04 Policy proposal
Efficient and Professional Municipal Administration
Getting the procedures right so we can get things done.
I want council and municipal staff to have the training, preparation and consistent procedures they need to do their work well. I will support constructive working relationships and practical improvements that save time and money.
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Council training
Within the first 90 days, I will seek orientation and training for council members in municipal legislation, meeting procedures, financial oversight, conflicts of interest, and codes of conduct.
- When
- Within 90 days
- Target
- Legislation, procedures, finance, conflicts and conduct
Consistent meeting procedures
I will propose a standardized meeting preparation and procedural checklist to reduce errors, delays, and the need to repeat decisions.
- When
- During meeting preparation
- Target
- A standardized preparation and procedure checklist
Administrative efficiency review
During the first year, I will work with council and staff to identify unnecessary duplication, improve administrative processes, and report publicly on proposed improvements.
- When
- During the first year
- Target
- Identify duplication and report proposed improvements
05 Policy proposal
Respectful, Fair and Accountable Governance
Different opinions. Equal treatment. A shared commitment to Victoria.
I welcome respectful disagreement. I believe fair procedures, equal treatment and accountability help us make better decisions for Victoria.
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Follow through on the Ombudsperson's recommendations
Within the first 90 days, I will propose a review of the October 2026 OmbudsPEI report and work with council to identify outstanding corrective actions and make the municipality's response publicly accessible.
- When
- Within 90 days
- Target
- Identify outstanding corrective actions and publish the response
Clear complaint procedures
Within six months, I will advocate for an accessible written guide to council complaint procedures, addressing fairness, timelines, confidentiality, impartiality, and the rights of participants.
- When
- Within six months
- Target
- An accessible guide to fair complaint handling
Direct communication with residents
I will support at least one dedicated public question-and-answer meeting annually, separate from regular council business, to discuss concerns, priorities, and community suggestions.
- When
- At least annually
- Target
- At least one dedicated public question-and-answer meeting
06 Policy proposal
Planning Ahead and Protecting Victoria's Future
Protecting what makes our community special.
I want to protect Victoria’s waterfront, historic character, natural environment and public spaces. I will work with council to use existing municipal plans to guide infrastructure, climate adaptation and emergency preparedness. My experience as a firefighter, medical first responder and emergency measures committee chair will inform that work.
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Three priority projects
Within six months, I will work toward identifying three priority infrastructure, shoreline protection, or climate adaptation projects, with preliminary costs, possible funding sources, and recommended next steps.
- When
- Within six months
- Target
- Three priority projects with preliminary costs, funding and next steps
Public progress updates
I will advocate for twice-yearly public reporting on major community projects, including funding, spending, project milestones, and outstanding challenges.
- When
- Twice yearly
- Target
- Funding, spending, milestones and challenges
Emergency preparedness
I will support an annual review of municipal emergency preparedness arrangements and at least one practical exercise or tabletop planning session annually.
- When
- Annually
- Target
- One preparedness review and at least one exercise or tabletop session