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Mixed
Which would you prioritize in your role during the budget process?
Kandola
Advocate for the priorities of the people you represent.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view of the most important function of a councillor?
Kandola
Community representative.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on 15-minute districts?
Kandola
Prioritize city-wide mobility instead of pursuing 15-minute districts.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to development outside Anthony Henday Drive?
Kandola
Finish what's started first.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would guide infill development?
Kandola
Slow the pace with stronger regulations.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would incorporate climate change into decision-making?
Kandola
The climate is important, but must be balanced with other goals.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would approach parking in commercial areas?
Kandola
I don't have a position on this issue
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your position on public funding for the arts?
Kandola
An economic driver, so prioritize projects with measurable economic impact.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to economic development?
Kandola
Invest in entrepreneurship and local businesses.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to development in the river valley?
Kandola
Increase accessibility and public amenities.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize regarding aging recreation amenities?
Kandola
Extend the life of existing facilities and avoid closures.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for on homelessness?
Kandola
Enforce bylaws to manage disorder.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advance to alleviate the housing crisis?
Kandola
Build housing, but only when other orders of government contribute.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on political parties at the municipal level?
Kandola
The existence of parties will have little effect.
Mixed
If the provincial government intervenes in a municipal matter, which would you prioritize?
Kandola
Negotiate with the province to ensure the best practical outcome.
Mixed
If the City of Edmonton faces public pressure to fund services under provincial jurisdiction, which would you prioritize?
Kandola
Redirect public pressure to secure sufficient provincial funding.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view of the City of Edmonton's responsibilities regarding Indigenous relations?
Kandola
Be guided by the Indigenous Framework in all decisions.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your guiding principle for council's relationship with the Edmonton Police Commission?
Kandola
Primarily provide stable funding and work through commission processes.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to Edmonton's role in the metropolitan region?
Kandola
Pursue collaboration on specific projects.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on how major projects have been delivered?
Kandola
Performance is unsatisfactory because project management and execution are poor.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to building new capital projects?
Kandola
Build only if private partners or other orders of government contribute.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your position on roadway expansion?
Kandola
Expansion is important to reduce traffic congestion and accommodate growth.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to strengthening council accountability?
Kandola
Implement transparency tools other than a lobbyist registry.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for to improve community safety?
Kandola
Increase enforcement in public spaces and on transit.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for to improve street safety?
Kandola
Increase enforcement of bylaws.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for on bike lanes?
Kandola
Build less than is planned.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for snow clearing?
Kandola
Spend more to improve clearing of roads.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for high-capacity transit?
Kandola
Prioritize bus rapid transit (BRT).
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