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Mixed
Which would you prioritize in your role during the budget process?
Gosse
Advocate for the priorities of the people you represent.
Candidate comments:
“The people of the Métis Ward especially north of the river have been long neglected. Its time we see practical changes to help lift up our community.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view of the most important function of a councillor?
Gosse
Visionary leader.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize regarding property taxes?
Gosse
Lower taxes by cutting spending.
Candidate comments:
“Edmontoians need every bit of financial relief they can find in a country where everything gets more expensive and less attainable.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on 15-minute districts?
Gosse
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?
Gosse
Expand as the market demands.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would guide infill development?
Gosse
Slow the pace with stronger regulations.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would incorporate climate change into decision-making?
Gosse
A climate lens on all decisions would create unacceptable costs and delays.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would approach parking in commercial areas?
Gosse
I don't have a position on this issue
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for downtown revitalization funds?
Gosse
Grow the residential population.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your position on public funding for the arts?
Gosse
Not a core responsibility, so prioritize funding essential services instead.
Candidate comments:
“During a budget, cost of living and housing crisis we must prioritize essential services.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to economic development?
Gosse
Invest in entrepreneurship and local businesses.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to development in the river valley?
Gosse
Protect it as a continuous natural area.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize regarding aging recreation amenities?
Gosse
Extend the life of existing facilities and avoid closures.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for on homelessness?
Gosse
Enforce bylaws to manage disorder.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advance to alleviate the housing crisis?
Gosse
Lower costs and remove barriers for private and non-profit builders.
Candidate comments:
“The city should also launch a program looking into acquiring the many abandoned apartment builds in the Northside of edmonton.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on political parties at the municipal level?
Gosse
I don't have a position on this issue
Mixed
If the provincial government intervenes in a municipal matter, which would you prioritize?
Gosse
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?
Gosse
Fund the services to ensure quality of life.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view of the City of Edmonton's responsibilities regarding Indigenous relations?
Gosse
Focus on core municipal services, leaving reconciliation to the federal and provincial governments.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your guiding principle for council's relationship with the Edmonton Police Commission?
Gosse
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?
Gosse
Pursue collaboration on specific projects.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on how major projects have been delivered?
Gosse
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?
Gosse
Maintain existing infrastructure instead of building more.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your position on roadway expansion?
Gosse
Expansion is important to reduce traffic congestion and accommodate growth.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to strengthening council accountability?
Gosse
Implement a lobbyist registry.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for to improve community safety?
Gosse
Increase enforcement in public spaces and on transit.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for to improve street safety?
Gosse
Increase enforcement of bylaws.
Candidate comments:
“The city can not afford to be spending millions of dollars on "Traffic Calming Measures" during a budget, housing and cost of living crisis.”
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for on bike lanes?
Gosse
Build less than is planned.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for snow clearing?
Gosse
Spend more to improve clearing of sidewalks and pathways.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for high-capacity transit?
Gosse
Prioritize private vehicles instead of LRT or BRT.
Taproot Survey
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