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John’s integrity, commitment, experience and proven track record for finding solutions and getting the job done are hallmarks of his political career that make him the right choice to be our Regional Councillor for Wards 9 and 10.
Community Growth and Development
Growth is another important factor to any community. As a member and Councillor of Wards 9 and 10, John is dedicated to fully supporting the implementation of infrastructures and amenities to serve the needs of Brampton’s ever-growing population and development. Some of John’s accomplishments include:
- Introduction of neighbourhood parks with shade structures and benches for the area residents
- Introduction of early transit service in newly developed subdivisions
- Supported the location decision of The Brampton Civic Hospital in Springdale with success
- Instrumental in the re-design of the Dixie Sandalwood Recreation Centre and influenced the redesign of the centre to meet the needs of the Springdale Community
- Championed the introduction of upscale executive housing in Castlemore to compliment the existing Rural Estate community
- Supported construction of the Rose Theatre
- Instrumental in getting a temporary Library at Mountainash Plaza until the construction of the permanent Library in 2009
- Instrumental in changing the City process to purchase lands to accelerate construction of much-needed road expansion in Brampton
- Supports the local Business community, and proper Residential Development in Brampton effectively
- John was instrumental in creating the Wellness Centre at Bovaird and Bramalea Road which serves as a recreational centre with a gym, pool and various rooms for children's programs.
- John supported the acquisition of 100 acres of land at Bramalea and Countryside Roads for outdoor sports fields for use by local residents. These fields are currently set up for baseball games.
- John is currently involved with the development of another 100 acres of land at McVean Drive and Castlemore which is slated to be groomed as a city park. Also, there is the possibility of a community recreational centre to be erected on this land. Details are pending.
- Instrumental in the approval of the Bram East Library Community Sports Centre on Gore Rd, encompassing 240 acres of mature park land with 2 rivers, outdoor soccer, cricket and kabaddi stadiums, a full sized 35,000 sq ft library and community centre with fitness facilities, an indoor wave pool and aquatic centre, outdoor childrens’ splash pad, indoor soccer field, several outdoor soccer fields and outdoor artificial ice skating rink.
- Instrumental in the approval for a joint project with the Y.M.C.A. to build an additional facility at Torbram & Sandalwood which, with membership, will offer programs to every age group
- Encouraging business investment in the City of Brampton, as seen with the decision of Chrysler Fiat to continue local production, keeping the City of Brampton’s economy strong.
Environment
Environmental issues are of grave concern today and John is committed to finding solutions to those concerns.
Some past concerns John dealt with included, preserving the precious natural resources of the Claireville Conservation Area by helping to stop the planned Williams Pkwy extension through Claireville, giving future generations a chance to benefit.
John strongly opposes the proposed Low Level Radioactive Waste Incinerator and was instrumental in lending his voice to the implementation of the City of Brampton Interim Control By Law.
He was also an outspoken councillor in supporting the 20-year Peel garbage deal with Waste Management.
Most recently, as Regional Councillor, John has played an integral part in the approval of the TRCA Centre in Claireville which will offer Childrens’ programs and build awareness of nature conservationism.
Your Safety
However, growth is not the only concern within a community. Safety tops the list as well. John’s concern for safety within his community is paramount. The installation of traffic signals and stop signs is an ongoing concern with John to ensure the safety of the residents of Brampton. He was instrumental in getting traffic signals installed at Sandalwood and Chapparal to ensure the safety of the Sunny View Public School students and local residents. What normally takes a year to implement was accomplished in two short months thanks to John’s commitment to his constituents and his community.
Cultural Diversity
Multiculturalism in Brampton is growing rapidly and while new immigrants enter the city, programs must be in place to support and meet their needs. John is a strong supporter of the City of Brampton’s Mentoring Partnership Program, which aims to assist new immigrants enter into the labour market. John has also been an advocate for the creation of cricket and kabbadi facilities in the City of Brampton.
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About John
