Where are you from and what is your background?
I currently live in Kingston and grew up in Auburn, Kings County, NS. I am also a business owner, landlord, developer. I specialize in individual, agriculture, and small business taxes. I have been operating my own business for more than 25 years.
Why have you chosen to run for office?
I have chosen to run for office because I see so many people falling through the cracks, whilst others that are needed to support our community are being strained and choosing not to stay; due to the high tax rates, and our municipal services being reduced or cut, or farmed out to private enterprises, thus making even a median lifestyle more difficult daily.
What strengths would you bring to Council if elected?
I have my CPB designation with the Institute of Professional Bookkeepers of Canada, a diploma in Horticulture, and Studied at MSVU for my BA with my focus on income tax.
My most recent projects have been the improvement and beautification of the West end of the town of Kingston. I strive constantly to make this area a welcoming entrance to the Village of Greenwood. Having an appealing main street, that is a friendly, welcoming, and area that families can enjoy being a part of, feel safe and want to stay.
What do you feel are key issues in this election and how would you address them?
We need to have this area make sense for our neighbors to afford to live here and get the most benefit from their tax dollar. While still making help available to those in need and hopefully helping them grow.
What is one message you would like to send to voters?
I want people to feel free to come to me with any concerns they have in our community. I have never been someone that is afraid to shake things up, if need be, and I can be relentless in my pursuit of making changes that help our community, for my neighbors, friends, and family. I will work as hard for you as I do for myself. My life and yours is better if our communities are succeeding and thriving. I will be your advocate for change, and the ear that will listen to you, respect you, and respond.