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Mixed
Which would you prioritize in your role during the budget process?
Al Kassab
Advocate for the priorities of the people you represent.
Candidate comments:
“Because my primary role is to be your voice at City Hall, ensuring your tax dollars directly address the needs of our ward and community.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view of the most important function of a councillor?
Al Kassab
Community representative.
Candidate comments:
“Because the core of local democracy is ensuring the voices, needs, and priorities of residents are heard and reflected in every decision.”
Mixed
Which would you prioritize regarding property taxes?
Al Kassab
Lower taxes by cutting spending.
Candidate comments:
“To provide immediate relief to taxpayers and force a necessary, disciplined review of core service efficiency.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on 15-minute districts?
Al Kassab
Intervene to incentivize more mixed-use development and local services.
Candidate comments:
“Because strategic city planning creates complete, resilient, and equitable neighborhoods, reducing reliance on cars.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to development outside Anthony Henday Drive?
Al Kassab
Finish what's started first.
Candidate comments:
“To control urban sprawl, prioritize infrastructure efficiency, and ensure taxpayer dollars are used responsibly before committing to new, costly expansion.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would guide infill development?
Al Kassab
Proceed as allowed under existing rules.
Candidate comments:
“Because consistent and predictable rules provide clarity for both residents and builders, facilitating responsible and timely development.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would incorporate climate change into decision-making?
Al Kassab
The climate is important, but must be balanced with other goals.
Candidate comments:
“To ensure responsible fiscal management and address immediate community needs while still making measurable progress on environmental goals”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would approach parking in commercial areas?
Al Kassab
Manage availability with tools like demand-based pricing.
Candidate comments:
“Because it efficiently balances the needs of drivers, businesses, and pedestrians while encouraging alternative transportation.”
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for downtown revitalization funds?
Al Kassab
Grow the residential population.
Candidate comments:
“Because a strong, permanent residential base creates 24/7 vitality, supports local businesses, and sustains downtown safer and more vibrant.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your position on public funding for the arts?
Al Kassab
Essential to quality of life and in need of stable funding.
Candidate comments:
“Because a vibrant arts scene is not a luxury; it is critical for community well-being, civic pride, and economic resilience.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to economic development?
Al Kassab
Invest in entrepreneurship and local businesses.
Candidate comments:
“Because nurturing homegrown businesses creates deeper roots, resilient jobs, and keeps more wealth circulating within our local economy.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to development in the river valley?
Al Kassab
Increase accessibility and public amenities.
Candidate comments:
“To responsibly enhance public enjoyment and access while fiercely protecting the ecological integrity of our shared natural treasure”
Mixed
Which would you prioritize regarding aging recreation amenities?
Al Kassab
Extend the life of existing facilities and avoid closures.
Candidate comments:
“To ensure equitable access across all neighborhoods and maximize value from past community investments.”
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for on homelessness?
Al Kassab
Build and operate more permanent supportive housing.
Candidate comments:
“Because housing is a fundamental human right and the most effective, compassionate, and fiscally responsible solution to end homelessness.”
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advance to alleviate the housing crisis?
Al Kassab
Lower costs and remove barriers for private and non-profit builders.
Candidate comments:
“Because it's the fastest and most scalable way to increase housing supply, promote affordability, and leverage all available partners.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on political parties at the municipal level?
Al Kassab
Members of council should be free from party affiliation.
Candidate comments:
“Because municipal issues demand non-partisan, community-focused solutions, not party politics that prioritize platforms over local needs.”
Mixed
If the provincial government intervenes in a municipal matter, which would you prioritize?
Al Kassab
Stand up for Edmonton's autonomy.
Candidate comments:
“Because local decisions are best made by those closest to the community, protecting our right to self-governance is fundamental.”
Mixed
If the City of Edmonton faces public pressure to fund services under provincial jurisdiction, which would you prioritize?
Al Kassab
Redirect public pressure to secure sufficient provincial funding.
Candidate comments:
“Because it holds the correct level of government accountable, prevents unsustainable municipal budgets, and protects core local services.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view of the City of Edmonton's responsibilities regarding Indigenous relations?
Al Kassab
Be guided by the Indigenous Framework in all decisions.
Candidate comments:
“Because meaningful reconciliation requires proactive, institutional commitment, not just symbolic gestures.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your guiding principle for council's relationship with the Edmonton Police Commission?
Al Kassab
Scrutinize commission decisions and demand greater transparency.
Candidate comments:
“Because public trust in policing requires robust oversight and clear accountability for how resources are used and outcomes are achieved.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to Edmonton's role in the metropolitan region?
Al Kassab
Re-establish a strong metropolitan approach with shared priorities.
Candidate comments:
“Because regional challenges like transit, housing, and economic growth require coordinated solutions, not fragmented efforts.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on how major projects have been delivered?
Al Kassab
Performance is unsatisfactory because project management and execution are poor.
Candidate comments:
“Because chronic delays and cost overruns erode public trust and demand a rigorous focus on accountability and expertise, not just funding.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to building new capital projects?
Al Kassab
Build only if private partners or other orders of government contribute.
Candidate comments:
“To share costs and risks, maximize value for taxpayers, and ensure fiscal responsibility.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your position on roadway expansion?
Al Kassab
Expansion is important to reduce traffic congestion and accommodate growth.
Candidate comments:
“To ensure our road network keeps pace with population growth and maintains efficient mobility for people and goods across our expanding city.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to strengthening council accountability?
Al Kassab
Implement a lobbyist registry.
Candidate comments:
“To ensure transparency and public trust by clearly tracking who seeks to influence council decisions.”
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for to improve community safety?
Al Kassab
Invest in addressing root causes to reduce disorder.
Candidate comments:
“Because long-term safety is achieved by tackling poverty, addiction, and mental health, not just through enforcement.”
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for to improve street safety?
Al Kassab
Increase traffic-calming measures.
Candidate comments:
“Because proven, physical design changes are the most effective way to permanently reduce speeds and prevent serious collisions.”
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for on bike lanes?
Al Kassab
Build less than is planned.
Candidate comments:
“To prioritize fiscal restraint and focus core infrastructure spending on maintaining existing roads and services.”
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for snow clearing?
Al Kassab
Spend more to improve clearing of sidewalks and pathways.
Candidate comments:
“Because clear, accessible sidewalks are essential for the safety and mobility of seniors, children, and those who walk, or use transit.”
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for high-capacity transit?
Al Kassab
Continue expanding light rail transit (LRT).
Candidate comments:
“Because LRT provides the highest capacity, drives sustainable urban growth, and offers the most reliable long-term transit solution for a growing city.”
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