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Mixed
Which would you prioritize in your role during the budget process?
Awatta
Scrutinize the budget in detail.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view of the most important function of a councillor?
Awatta
Community representative.
Candidate comments:
“A city councillor needs to be both a visionary and a voice of the community.l as we need big-picture thinking and practical solutions. But if I had to choose, being the voice of the community comes first. Listening to residents and bringing their priorities to City Hall is the foundation for creating a vision that actually works for everyone”
Mixed
Which would you prioritize regarding property taxes?
Awatta
Increase taxes only to keep up with inflation and population growth.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your view on 15-minute districts?
Awatta
Intervene to incentivize more mixed-use development and local services.
Candidate comments:
“This does not and should not take away from prioritizing city wide mobility.”
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to development outside Anthony Henday Drive?
Awatta
Finish what's started first.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would guide infill development?
Awatta
Slow the pace with stronger regulations.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to how you would incorporate climate change into decision-making?
Awatta
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?
Awatta
Manage availability with tools like demand-based pricing.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for downtown revitalization funds?
Awatta
Grow the residential population.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your position on public funding for the arts?
Awatta
An economic driver, so prioritize projects with measurable economic impact.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to economic development?
Awatta
Remove barriers to business growth.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to development in the river valley?
Awatta
Protect it as a continuous natural area.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize regarding aging recreation amenities?
Awatta
Extend the life of existing facilities and avoid closures.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for on homelessness?
Awatta
Build and operate more permanent supportive housing.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advance to alleviate the housing crisis?
Awatta
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?
Awatta
Members of council should be free from party affiliation.
Mixed
If the provincial government intervenes in a municipal matter, which would you prioritize?
Awatta
Negotiate with the province to ensure the best practical outcome.
Candidate comments:
“It's not an either/or for me. Standing up for Edmonton while creating meaningful dialogue with the province is how we get real results. I believe we can be strong advocates and still build the relationships needed to deliver for our city.”
Mixed
If the City of Edmonton faces public pressure to fund services under provincial jurisdiction, which would you prioritize?
Awatta
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?
Awatta
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?
Awatta
Scrutinize commission decisions and demand greater transparency.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to Edmonton's role in the metropolitan region?
Awatta
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?
Awatta
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?
Awatta
Build only if private partners or other orders of government contribute.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your position on roadway expansion?
Awatta
Investing in transit would be a better use of funds than expansion.
Mixed
Which of the following comes closest to your approach to strengthening council accountability?
Awatta
Implement a lobbyist registry.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for to improve community safety?
Awatta
Invest in addressing root causes to reduce disorder.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for to improve street safety?
Awatta
Increase traffic-calming measures.
Mixed
Which action would you be most likely to advocate for on bike lanes?
Awatta
Build only what has already been planned.
Candidate comments:
“Alongside reviewing how they connect with existing transit and roads.
Ensure the next planned bike lanes fits with active transit planning.”
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for snow clearing?
Awatta
Spend more to improve clearing of sidewalks and pathways.
Mixed
Which would you prioritize for high-capacity transit?
Awatta
Prioritize bus rapid transit (BRT).
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