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Mixed
Which would you prioritize in your role during the budget process?
Paradis
Scrutinize the budget in detail.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view of the most important function of a councillor?
Paradis
Prudent fiscal manager.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on 15-minute districts?
Paradis
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?
Paradis
Finish what's started first.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would guide infill development?
Paradis
Slow the pace with stronger regulations.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would incorporate climate change into decision-making?
Paradis
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?
Paradis
Increase supply and/or reduce prices.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for downtown revitalization funds?
Paradis
Grow the residential population.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your position on public funding for the arts?
Paradis
Not a core responsibility, so prioritize funding essential services instead.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to economic development?
Paradis
Remove barriers to business growth.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to development in the river valley?
Paradis
The candidate chose not to answer
Mixed
Which would you prioritize regarding aging recreation amenities?
Paradis
Extend the life of existing facilities and avoid closures.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for on homelessness?
Paradis
Fund supportive services to alleviate suffering.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advance to alleviate the housing crisis?
Paradis
Lower costs and remove barriers for private and non-profit builders.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on political parties at the municipal level?
Paradis
Members of council should be free from party affiliation.
Mixed
If the provincial government intervenes in a municipal matter, which would you prioritize?
Paradis
Conduct a review to see if our shortcomings are at fault.
Mixed
If the City of Edmonton faces public pressure to fund services under provincial jurisdiction, which would you prioritize?
Paradis
Refuse to fund and focus resources on municipal responsibilities.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view of the City of Edmonton's responsibilities regarding Indigenous relations?
Paradis
Engage with Indigenous communities on specific issues.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your guiding principle for council's relationship with the Edmonton Police Commission?
Paradis
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?
Paradis
Re-establish a strong metropolitan approach with shared priorities.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on how major projects have been delivered?
Paradis
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?
Paradis
Maintain existing infrastructure instead of building more.
Candidate comments:
“The answers to the questions don't fully answer everything. Issues and ideas are more complex. I am giving answers that come closest to my way of thinking.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your position on roadway expansion?
Paradis
Expansion is important to reduce traffic congestion and accommodate growth.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to strengthening council accountability?
Paradis
Implement transparency tools other than a lobbyist registry.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for to improve community safety?
Paradis
Increase enforcement in public spaces and on transit.
Candidate comments:
“I would also invest in addressing root causes”
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for to improve street safety?
Paradis
The candidate chose not to answer
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for on bike lanes?
Paradis
Build less than is planned.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for snow clearing?
Paradis
Spend more to improve clearing of roads.
Candidate comments:
“Only if it's required. I feel that snow removal budget is being misspent and more could be done with budget already allocated”
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for high-capacity transit?
Paradis
Prioritize bus rapid transit (BRT).
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