What I will tackle:
Affordability
Pickering and Durham Regional municipal taxes are some of the highest in Ontario. Families here are also financially strapped with high food and gas prices, to name just a few constraints. Families need attainable housing along with affordable options. Let’s not shut out this next generation. Developers need to tailer their home building to reflect the buyers current market.
Responsible development
Let’s put the horse before the cart and ensure the infrastructure can sustain our projected urban development. Seniors are looking to downsize their current homes in Pickering but want one floor bungalows to live comfortably within into their golden years. Small subdivisions of bungalows would go a long way to keep the golden generation and their investments here in our City.
Infrastructure and transportation
Phase out fuel only buses in our public transportation network and downsize and sell off those larger buses (not utilized to capacity) to other jurisdictions. Bring in a fleet of smaller sized buses for economical savings. Many current routes have empty larger buses day and night.
Track the ridership and adjust the fleet dimensions. Promote and purchase more hybrid diesel and electric buses. Infrastructure is paramount to a well run community. Green space is paramount to a healthier and more active community. Spend on places for community groups and residents to gather safely to enjoy the beauty of our City.
Small business support & development
Around the City, too many commercial spaces remain vacant and under utilized. Small business owners need incentives to step forward to compete with the big box stores and large chains. Small businesses are unique and contribute to the community vibe of this vibrant City. Let’s find a method to attract and keep small businesses thriving and show our community spirit! These businesses represent families and residents and are the proud owner.
Community management
The strength and character of our City and Region, is contingent upon the participation of all of its parts: residents; businesses; elected officials; organizations; faith based institutions; school boards and the list continues. Make council available and open to the people. Create frequent town halls for dialogue and social contacts. Return in person council meetings back to the people. No one wants to hide behind the keyboard. The City needs and wants and thrives with opportunities for social exchanges.
See her lifetime of service details:
Nancy has a lifetime of personal and professional public service:
- An accomplished community volunteer since 1988. On numerous Not for Profit local charity boards, including sports clubs in Pickering, Ajax and Whitby.
- Pickering Community Civic Volunteer Award.
- Woman of Distinction Award from the United Way for outstanding community contributions.
- Current President and long term board member at the Glendale Tennis Club in Pickering.
- Current executive member of the Rotary Club of Pickering Board.
- First Responder with Durham Regional Police Service for 33 years.
- The face and voice of Durham Regional Police Service as Corporate Communications Media Sergeant for almost six years.
- Animal enthusiast and proud owner of multiple northern Canadian rescue dogs for over 35 years.
- Mother, wife, sports enthusiast, athlete.
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