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Sheldon East
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Derek Howard
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Corinne McNaughton
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Top Three Priorities
What are your three highest priorities for Midland in the next term? For each, briefly explain what you would do and how residents would be able to tell whether progress had been made.
Sheldon East
Find creative ways to work with Country of simcoe and Midland to create opportunities for affordable housing. Work with our police force and county of simcoe to find ways to make Midland a safer place to live. Responsible budgeting working with our team of council, mayor and deputy mayor to keep spending responsible and do our best to minimize the impact of taxes.
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Derek Howard
Priority 1 – Better transit means supplying better access to and from essential services. A re-examination of in-town transit with a proposal to explore express shuttles from or two commerce corners to their opposite ends. Furthermore, a proposal to work with neighbouring municipalities in creating our own intra-urban mini-shuttles so that Midland residents can travel to any of our friends' festivals and events, as they would to ours. Priority 2 – My priority is to advocate on behalf of our lowest class and make aggressive pushes toward attainable housing development prospects, which would mean giving scrutiny to the areas of town where a housing development like a tiny homes project could be located. As Midland is the hub of North Simcoe, having attainable housing in town would attract and retain an impending workforce, while also encouraging revenue flowing within our commerce areas. Priority 3 – Supporting social services to proactively reduce crime. Recidivism is a problem, but when partnered with the other municipalities during conferences such as the Associations of Municipalities of Ontario, Midland's voice is strengthened by the joined chorus.
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Corinne McNaughton
Strong Representation for all Midland Residents. When talking with many Midland residents many have brought up issues that they would like help with - be it parking regulations or improperly graded culverts. I think that an important part of the job of a Midland councillor is to advocate for residents. If elected I would work hard to help all residents resolve questions or concerns. If unable to resolve an issue I would be sure to fully communicate why and what other possible next steps could be taken. Smart, Common Sense Decision Making Midland Council is faced with many long reaching and financially important decisions. Each decision needs to be addressed with careful examination of all relevant details, and with conscientious focus on what makes the most sense for Midland today as well as Midland in 5, 10 or even 20 years from now. If elected I will commit to the work it takes to make the best common sense and informed decisions for now and for the future. Focus on Midland’s Waterfront Master Plan and its Tourism Strategy. These two plans have so much to be excited about! If elected I would support all decisions made that would help these plans become realized.
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Taxes, Spending & Municipal Services
How would you approach municipal taxes, spending and service levels over the next term? Identify the services or investments you would prioritize and at least one specific area where you would seek savings or efficiencies. How would you fund any significant new commitments you support, and how should residents judge whether your approach is working?
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Sheldon East
Continue to work with our team of council to manage responsible spending. But still have growth in midland, and manage our facilities, roads, sidewalks and trails.
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Derek Howard
The consistency of either a no- or single- appearance for budget deputations is a resounding implication that the near-entirety of our residents either trust council's judgement when it comes to passing a budget, or, they are apathetic to whatever happens. Taxes do not go down, nor do they stay stagnant. Taxes rates increase each year, and the public accepts whatever is passed. If council members want to be re-elected, they will vote for a low tax-rate increase, while if they are fiscally responsible they will side closer to what the staff-recommended tax-rate increase is listed at within the budget presentation. Ultimately, I (as an elected member of council) would play it by ear. Changes always happen, each budget is unique, and each carries over the “we had to cut this from last year's budget so now it's twice as much this year” of something or other. The risk assessment which said money should be put towards emergency mitigation in case of an ice storm was largely ignored. What's important is understanding the whole budget when during its annual presentation and grasping the big picture, rather than spending an hour or two digging in on why paint was needed on a building.
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Corinne McNaughton
Taxes, Spending and Services It is clear that no one wants an increase in taxes or a reduction in services. Unfortunately the Town of Midland is experiencing the same inflationary pressure that we are all facing. If elected I would do my part in helping to maximize every tax dollar spent, and work to keep tax increases in check. Where to seek Savings: There are services that Midland provides where there is little to no ability for budget control, such Police Services. In looking through the current budget, I feel one area that could be looked at is the money spent on training, travel, meetings and conferences (this section is found in most categories of the current budget). Alternatively council could look for outside consultants that specialize in finding ways to minimize hydro, heating and other such operating costs. Investments and Services I would Prioritize: I would prioritize capital spending to maintain and keep current what Midland already has - buildings, vehicles, roads, walkways… It is always cheaper to maintain than repair. Where I would support new spending would be on advancements in the Waterfront Master Plan and the Tourism Strategy. Both of these plans I feel are paths to increasing revenue to Midland businesses, as well as providing more shared spaces for Midland residents. To help fund these plans I would support continued applications for grants, as well as possible user fees for non-Midland residents. Residents would know my approach is working when tax increases are low, yet they can see improvements and maintenance happening.
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Housing & Growth
Midland already has a substantial pipeline of proposed and approved housing, but affordability remains a stated local housing priority. What specific actions should Midland Council take on housing affordability and growth, including housing for low- and moderate-income residents? What result would you expect, and how should progress be assessed? If your approach requires action from the County, Province, federal government, non-profit sector or private developers, state specifically what you would ask them to do and how Council should follow up if that action does not occur.
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Sheldon East
As I’ve learned real quick last term, Midland does not build homes, we manage land. With our team we will work with county of simcoe and explore any avenues we can take, to promote and build affordable housing.
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Derek Howard
When the town approves land for development, it's up to the developers that bought the land on whether they want to build there and on what to build there, and, it's up to homeowners if they see enough value in the housing offered. Even if Midland somehow dictated that a hypothetical Zone X would become attainable housing, it could be many years before housing could even be considered there. One example on how to transform to an attainable housing landscape can be seen through New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, and unsavoury landlords and purchasing grocery stores. However, Midland is not in the business of owning-and-operating such things, as perfectly displayed in the decision by the current term of council to stop regulating taxi licenses. What Midland can do to anticipate housing is to ensure that what lands (surplus or otherwise) are available are given scrutiny towards an impact that attainable housing could provide. The county, the province, and that larger magnitude of policy could try to shoehorn in some development or other, and it would be up to Midland to have that land available when it is on the table for consideration. Of interest is the newly-dicated Strong Mayor Powers which (good or bad) give a large amount of authority to the leader of a hearty council in passing resolutions which are housing related. That is a wildcard which incoming councils across Ontario will all be dealing with, including Midland, and as such it remains to be seen if that joker in the deck would turn the tide for attainable housing or not.
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Corinne McNaughton
Housing affordability remains a significant issue not only in Midland, but across the province and beyond. The main reason for this is cost - it currently costs a lot to build new homes. So what can Midland council do? We can’t lower the cost of building materials and labour, but Midland Council does have some things it can do to help: Zoning. Midland Council controls all zoning regulations. To help provide more low- and moderate-income housing, zoning for more multi-unit homes may help Approvals - when approving new applications, look to developments that will provide a range of housing from single dwellings to multiplex dwelling. Incentives - offering reduction in development fees could incentivize developers Partnerships with the County - The County of Simcoe is responsible for subsidized housing, so dialogue with the county about Midland’s needs should be ongoing. Municipal Land Use - A major cost of housing is land. By utilizing some municipal lands, this cost could come down. Accessing any Provincial/Federal housing incentives and grants. Both these levels of government currently have funding programs. As already stated, Midland currently has several approved housing developments which include a range of housing types. If elected to council I would monitor any approved requests for changes that would reduce the supply of low and moderate income housing. As well I would look at new proposals for inclusion of a range of housing types. In addition to this I would support the use of the 6 options outlined above.
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Community Well-being
Homelessness services and most mental-health and addiction treatment are not delivered by the Town of Midland. There are broad impacts when people face barriers to accessing supports (eg. limited access to safe and stable housing, access to treatment services, access affordable mental health services, access to services that keep people alive until they are ready to access services etc.). Identify one specific action midland can take that is within its own authority. If you would also seek action from the County, Province, police or service providers, state exactly what you would ask them to do, how Council should follow up if the request is not acted on, and how the response and progress should be reported to residents.
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Sheldon East
With our team, we will keep pressure on the county of simcoe to provide resources, to manage the issues midland is facing, Midland is unique in that we must deal with the super jail, inmates being released on our street, mental health centre, guesthouse shelter, with these challenges. We must put pressure on the country to help us with the resources to manage what we simply can’t control, but that being said.., I sincerely and truly believe if we find unique ways to provide affordable housing, we can give those less fortunate an opportunity to get back on their feet, giving them a reason to fight for their lives, a reliable roof over their heads and food on their tables, which in turn may deter them from crime and addiction, integrating them back into society as positive contributors of our community
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Derek Howard
Midland already has fine services regarding homelessness and mental health support, but if anything they are underfunded and undersupported. Pouring more money into their budgets would strengthen those supports; however, it is unlikely that saying “Midland will hike taxes” would be any sort of popular opinion. At a surficial level, giving money to our current-helping organizations (such as the shelter) would give alleviation... but it wouldn't solve the deeper causes which factored into their societal impact. Giving money (the term meaning “allocation of a portion of the municipal budget toward a line item”) to mitigation is really up to the county and province, but once again the town can do its best to promote strategies on social services. Fun fact: attainable housing is a solution to homelessness. Create a community that can survive and thrive, and so many of the factors which negatively impact mental health dissipate. Allow for better transit, and health and safety improve as a result.
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Corinne McNaughton
As stated in the question, homelessness services and most mental-health services are not delivered by the Town of Midland. Yet Midland as a whole is affected by these issues. When looking at this issue, it is important to look at precursors to the problems - what are the antecedents to homelessness, drug addition, mental health struggles. Homelessness and addiction are the results of years of struggles and possible trauma. These are not simple problems with simple solutions. The Town of Midland is limited in its ability to directly address these issues. One specific action that Midland could take is to somehow partner with 211 - a non profit phone service that links people in crisis with the supports that are available. If elected to council I would advocate for a liaison between the town and 211, with the aim of investigating how the town could help people in crisis learn about available supports.
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Economic Development & Local Business
What should Midland do to support economic development and local businesses across the community over the next term? Name at least one specific policy, program, bylaw or other municipal decision you would support, oppose or change, explain what you expect it to accomplish, and identify how businesses or residents could tell whether it was working.
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Sheldon East
We must promote small buisness owner ship, encourage manufacturing to our area, build on tourism, which helps keep small businesses open. And draws new attention to the possibility of new residents to our area.
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Derek Howard
I'm not a business-type of person. This is a question I would best leave to the experts, and one that I would decide upon once all the evidence was shown to me. However, as a layperson watching in from the outside, I would really like to examine what is going on with the absenteeism in the downtown core. As I live on King Street myself, it's disheartening to see boarded windows, vacant buildings, and abandoned structures where thriving businesses could be found. I would want to look deeply into who the ghost landlords are of those addresses, why no action hasn't been taken to make the building occupied, and what can be done on a policy level to enact change without grandfathering in any clauses which may make for loophole exemptions. Likewise, parking has had its woes. As a result of tearing them out, there has been no revenue, due to no meters. This should be remedied as soon as possible, by any means necessary. No delay, Midland should institute some form of coin-payment system as early as it can to recoup lost revenue, and then look to other parking payment solutions down the road once loonies and twonies pour back into our coffers.
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Corinne McNaughton
The primary program/policy that I would support over the next term is the 2026-2031 Town of Midland Tourism Strategy. I believe that one of Midland’s most valuable assets is our location, as well as our natural and cultural assets. The Tourism Strategy Document is a 49 page document which outlines 15 strategies and 29 actions that Midland can take to increase tourism. Each of the 29 strategic actions have corresponding measures of success that the town and council can use to monitor effectiveness of the steps taken. When reading through this document I was excited about the outlined strategies and actions - they were very concrete and actionable. If elected I would strongly support all actions in this document. I believe that increased tourism would result in increased employment and investment opportunities across many different sectors from retail, entertainment and dining. As well, with more opportunities for employment our residents would have more disposable income to spend locally, thereby supporting other local businesses.
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Infrastructure & Capital Priorities
Midland will face major infrastructure decisions in the next term, including the potential development of a joint fire and paramedic station. How would you decide whether a major project like this should proceed, be delayed or be changed? What information would you need before committing Town funds, and how would you weigh service needs, outside funding, debt, taxes and other capital priorities? Based on what you know today, what is your position on the proposed joint fire and paramedic station?
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Sheldon East
As Midland grows, our infrastructure must grow aswell, it’s expected in Midland to build thousands of homes over the next ten years, as this grows we will see a need for more safety, in regards to a joint fire / ambulance service, but that isn’t the only thing that must grow. We will need to service the expanding residential with schools and a growing hospital to deal with the belt around the waste tightening.
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Derek Howard
One look at the risk matrix of the town's asset management plan should inform anyone of the critical infrastructure needed in our immediate and upcoming future. Delaying that cost would be detrimental for our future generations. With a trade war with the United States in escalating fashion day-by-day, there will be no big drop in infrastructure costs any time soon. Putting money away now for required infrastructure is the smart move; even I as a non-economist can see that. The incoming joint F/EMS (and potential police) building was recommended to be located at the corner of 12 and 93, and I agree that would be an ideal location. At that pinpoint, it would have access to the majority of town within minutes, as well as fast access to-and-from the Huronia Airport. We also help our neighbouring municipalities out as much as they help us, and it would be an ideal spot to serve all three.
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Corinne McNaughton
Major Infrastructure decisions are exceptionally important as they are developments that will serve our future generations. The Town of Midland’s website currently states that the Town of Midland and The County of Simcoe are in the very early stages of assessing the feasibility of a joint fire and paramedic station. If I were elected, as a member of council I would support looking into such feasibility, as it seems to make sense to house these services together, so that operation costs could be shared. Primary questions that would need to be assessed would be location, cost of location, availability of grants and/or funding from upper levels of government, as well as review of existing joint facilities such as the one in Barrie. Our current Fire Hall was built in 1995. I’d like to fully be informed about what expenditures would be necessary to maintain the facility now and in the future and compare that to the proposed expenditures expected in building a new joint facility. I would then require the same information regarding our current paramedic station on Cranston Crescent. Based on what I know today, I would say that I do not have enough information to have a position on this proposal, other than that I think it is something worth spending time investigating.
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Parks & Recreation
What changes, if any, would you prioritize for Midland’s parks, recreation facilities and programs? Identify the most important investment, service change or policy decision you would support, what you expect it to accomplish, and how you would balance it against other municipal spending needs.
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Sheldon East
I would love to work with out council, to explore expanding a multi use trail system to connect all of surrounding Midland, the grow will attract more tourism in regards to walking trails, bicycle trails expansion, and we would with with the mto, to lessen the impact on taxes, and expenditure trail system to multi use for snowmobiles and atv use
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Derek Howard
The compaints I hear regarding parks and recreation revolve mostly around the soccer pitches east of the south-end strip on King Street. Some say they are underutilized, others say they are underfunded. I personally feel they take up too much space for what they offer... but... ...One of the proposals I've held for years now, seeing the increase of population diversity within town, has been a lack of sports catered to the different cultures we've welcomed into our community. I would like for Midland to have a formal lacrosse field, and, for Midland to have a formal cricket pitch. And not just one (of each), but at the start at least one would be ideal. I like to think upon Midland being the host destination for a lacrosse championship, and for Midland to be the core community for up-and-coming cricket champions. If our town truly advertises itself as a tourist destination, then we should be offering as many amenities as possible to that end. Tennis made way for pickleball, and I think soccer can make way as well.
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Corinne McNaughton
As I stated in my top 3 priorities, I support Midland’s Master Waterfront Plan. The 80 page final report was released Feb. 2026. The study area for the Waterfront Master Plan includes “13 km of water’s edge, including all properties facing the Georgian Bay waterfront in Midland Bay. Within this area there are 11 parks, 2 beaches, and over 12 km of walking and cycling trails. There are 32 hectares (80 acres) of public waterfront property or park space available or in use”. I have read the document and support the proposed investment. Our waterfront is such a wonderful asset. The master plan carefully plans for improvements to aid in residents' enjoyment of our waterfront as well as drawing in visitors. I believe that completion of this plan, which spans 15+ years will draw in more tourism which in turn is a stimulus for our local community. Because the plan is spaced out over the next 15+ years, it spreads out the expenditures over those years as well.
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Waterfront & Midland Bay Landing
Sheldon East
My hopes for next term is to bring forth a motion, to see if Midland has an appetite to to raise money to remediate the land it’s self, to build a park the community can use for now, but full disclose “in the future” development will need to proceed in some form, but building it a way that Midlands residents will still be happy and heard, the ampatheatre was a wonderful idea to bring people together, and I believe most of council believes that we can do this with keeping control of our property, instead of allowing developers to have control. Our council sees the potential for huge growth in the waterfront tourism possibilities, utilizing the fact that we have one of the deepest water ports. Our council could explore inviting more cruise ships, boating, and waterfront possibilities to our area, hopefully, I believe this can have a healthy natural balance with infustracture for business opportunities, which will provide more jobs for our residents. Up most importantly is we continue on the direction this council has, listening to what our residents want. And do our best to see it through this way.
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Derek Howard
Midland Bay Landing was a brownfield site, and watching the people who were in anger against its reformation, they were almost uninformed to its brownfield status. Poisonous soil which people brought their pets onto. I was happy to see it undergo a state of transformation, and was equally happy to see the 2022 term of Midland council become educated to its status. Halting the process of development for community engagement was a good move, except it had already happened a decade earlier and so its halt for a second time was merely to inform newcomers to its status; it makes me wonder if development will be halted for community engagement in 2035 to explain that Midland Bay Landing is a brownfield site. I feel there is more than enough evidence to what it currently is. All that is left is for council to be dominant and make a decision, and then commit to it. If 18,000 residents can't agree to what should be done, then focus should be placed more on what it would take to make 18,000 residents agree upon a solution, than to offer solutions or wait for them. Should agreement be made on a majority vote: you decide, Midland. Should agreement be made on a weighted vote: you decide, Midland. The land isn't going anywhere, potentially it could be left unattended until 2250. The will of the people clearly changes every decade. Figuring out the will of the people, for this proposed development, is more important than the development itself. That's what I would spearhead.
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Corinne McNaughton
As I have stated before, I support the plans outlined in the Waterfront Master Plan. Midland Bay Landing is not addressed in the Master Waterfront Plan. Although these plans will definitely be connected, Midland Bay Landing is a unique and once in a generation opportunity for Midland, It represents a potential increase in public access to our waterfront, thereby attracting investment, jobs, tourism and new possible tax revenue. In May 2025 Council was presented with “What We Heard – A Summary of Stakeholder Engagement Feedback “. This informed the council moving forward. Ultimately the current council decided to not proceed as of June 2026. I believe that the first step for the next council would be to fully review these documents as well as documents related to the decision not to proceed with the proposed development project and identify which elements of the proposed development did not agree with the agreed shared vision. In doing so Council should then have a clear understanding of what requirements need to be met in any future development proposals. If elected I would do the required reading and research to best inform myself about all the work that has already been done, allowing for me to make solid, informed decisions going forward. My hope would be that, by the end of this next term, Council will have an opportunity to review and evaluate new proposals.
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Governance & Accountability
What specific change, if any, would you make to how Council makes decisions or communicates with residents? What difference should that change make for residents? If Council votes against a major position you campaigned on, what would you do next?
Sheldon East
This council had been amazing at being transparent and welcoming all opportunity’s to engage our residents. We can always work on things to tweak them, but our council has done a great job, engaging our community on all opportunity’s
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Derek Howard
I'd make no change. There is very little contention in Midland politics, and with minimal deputations of protest I see no reason to upset the system. “I wouldn't care what council individually thinks” is my personal way of saying the political phrase “I respect the will of council as a whole”. It means that any council member on that raised dias is just 11% of the vote, and if a majority passes against the intention of that 11% vote, then that council member shouldn't take it as an attack. If I proposed a puppy for every resident, and was outvoted 8-1, then I wouldn't care what council individually thinks because collectively they agreed to majority that a puppy for every resident was a bad idea. I'd respect the will of council as a whole. And if I proposed something near and dear to my heart which I felt was in the best interests of residents, and it was defeated 5-4 even after appeal, then that would be the will of council as a whole as well.
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Corinne McNaughton
The decision making process used by Midland Council is an established procedure guided by the Municipal Act of 2001, as well as existing Midland bylaws. I would hesitate to suggest changes to a process that I have not been personally part of. If, after my first year, I felt there were procedural changes that I thought would make the decision making process more effective, I would be open to making proposals to that effect. But first I would need to be a part of the current system to personally learn and understand how it works. If, at any time, council were to vote against something that I support or propose, I would have to accept the majority vote - that is how a democracy works. However, I would look to the future to see if my priority could be realized in possibly a different way, or at a different time.
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Public Safety
What specific actions should Midland Council take to address public safety related to crime, violence, property damage, traffic safety and other unlawful behaviour? Please keep this separate from homelessness, mental health and addiction, which are addressed in the Community Well-Being question. Identify at least one action within the Town’s authority, the result you expect, and how residents should judge whether it is working. If action from the OPP or another outside body is needed, state specifically what you would ask them to do and how Council should follow up and report back.
Sheldon East
Safety is still of upmost importance, working with council and the County of Simcoe to investigate ways to make Midland a safer place to grow and live. My priorities are to focus on town safety, affordable housing, responsible development and responsible budgeting, and to continue to make Midland the place people want to live, grow their families and feel safe. That question is honestly a question though that one should be making promises, because no one can fulfil or deliver these expectations, untill the federal and provincial governments get serious about the catch and release justice system, and our justice system created an environment where there are consequences to bad behaviour
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Derek Howard
Crime Stoppers. There is timidity-and-near-apathy of residents that there's just no stopping crime once it happens, or it's too late to do anything about it. One of the recurring statements I would receive when I was interviewing members of the O.P.P. is that they couldn't do anything about a crime if they didn't have any report that it happened, or any evidence of its occurrence. If no one called police, then there wasn't much the police could do. Crime Stoppers is an open available to everyone. Living on King Street in the downtown core, I have either called the Southern Georgian Bay O.P.P. detachment directly if I witnessed a crime-in-progress, or Crime Stoppers if it was after the fact. I've done this so many times in the past ten years. It even resulted in a major arrest recently. But I'm just one resident. I'm not a downtown security system catchment net. At a resident level, I would always recommend calling the police or using Crime Stoppers. However, at a council level, I would advocate and endorse an integrated security system which protects residents and monitors criminal behaviour. That is easier implemented in the commercial and industrial areas of town, but neighbourhood implementation is also an option, albeit one with a cost. Crime Stoppers and 911, however, are free.
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Corinne McNaughton
. Everyone deserves to live in a community where they feel safe. Policing Services is a major portion of Midland’s Operating Budget. That full amount is paid to the OPP, who provide all policing services. Public safety related to crime, violence, property damage, traffic safety and other unlawful behaviour is the responsibility of the OPP. When the community expresses concerns with specific safety issues, I believe that Council needs to continue to advocate to OPP, on behalf of residents. The specific request to OPP would be directly related to the concern brought forward. If Council makes specific requests to OPP, I would think it reasonable to ask OPP for a follow-up report. Currently Midland has hired private security to patrol key areas. These security agents patrol and inform OPP when needed. I support the use of private security and would be interested to see a follow up report assessing the effectiveness of their presence. If this security is effective, then I would expect a reduction in crime/property damage in the surveilled areas.
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Optional Candidate Statement
Is there anything else you would like Midland voters to know about your candidacy that was not captured by the questions above?
Sheldon East
Thank you humbly for your consideration. It’s been a joy serving our beloved community. Midland which I love.
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Derek Howard
My two platform cores revolve around (1) elevating the lowest class and most vulnerable within Midland, and (2) bringing back the spirit and goodwill of unification of North Simcoe like years before our communal division. These two cores guide my everything. The best candidates are elected for their ability to navigate the wide political landscape, not because they are on a single-issue platform or cater for a populist vote. I followed North Simcoe councils for over five years. My news articles informed those councillors on the decisions they were making at their meetings. I have utmost confidence that out of the gate I will be one of the strongest new councillors Midland has ever had. Midland deserves that much of the people they vote in to keep their community safe and healthy.
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Corinne McNaughton
Midland has always been home. I was born here, grew up here, and returned after university to begin my teaching career in Midland. My husband and I have raised our two daughters here. I spent 30 years educating, coaching and running clubs for the young people in the community where I was raised. I am running for Council because I believe my informed and thoughtful approach, my ability to listen to different perspectives and my strong work ethic is what Midland needs for a productive and forward thinking Council.
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AI Disclosure
Did you or anyone assisting you use artificial intelligence (AI) to prepare your responses to this questionnaire? If so, briefly explain how it was used, such as for research, developing ideas, drafting or editing.
Sheldon East
No Ai straight from the heart
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Derek Howard
I spent two hours writing this on Sunday, September 20th between 3pm and 5pm, and to 5:30pm for editing. I wrote this alone at my computer, in one fell swoop, with no AI assistance, and only Pink Floyd's “Animals” and the Chicago Transit Authority as my companions (and Marvin Gaye's "Trouble Man" soundtrack for the edit). I am now going to go make some macaroni and cheese for dinner, and watch Mad Max: Fury Road again.
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Corinne McNaughton
I completed this questionnaire independently. I did not use AI in any form to prepare my responses to this questionnaire.
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