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Priorities

Municipal issues Alex identifies as important areas for discussion, planning and action.

Taxes, Budgets & Responsible Spending

Scrutinize spending, improve transparent reporting and focus municipal resources on services and infrastructure that residents rely on.

Responsible Growth & Infrastructure

Plan growth alongside roads, transit, utilities, parks, community facilities and the infrastructure required to support neighbourhoods.

Traffic, Congestion & Road Safety

Address neighbourhood speeding, school-zone safety, unsafe crossings, congestion and long-term transportation needs.

Accountability & Resident Service

Clear communication, transparent decisions and measurable follow-through so residents know what is happening with the issues they raise.

Local Business & Jobs

Support a municipal environment that recognizes the needs of local businesses, professionals, entrepreneurs and employers.

Parks, Recreation & Community Services

Maintain effective parks, recreation, neighbourhood services and accessible municipal service delivery for residents of every generation.

Families & Children

Supporting Family Life in Richmond Hill

Safer School Zones

Support evidence-based traffic calming, safer crossings and road-safety reviews near schools and parks.

Accessible Recreation

Review opportunities to improve access to swimming, skating, recreation and summer programming for children and families.

Better Parks & Play Spaces

Focus on maintenance and modernization of playgrounds, splash pads, sports fields and neighbourhood parks.

Youth Opportunities

Support partnerships that expand youth volunteering, leadership, technology, sports and career-development opportunities.

Alex Jafari at a Canada Day community event with residents

Seniors

Age-Friendly Community Priorities

Safer Neighbourhood Mobility

Support better lighting, safer crossings, sidewalk maintenance, benches and accessibility around community facilities and parks.

Accessible City Services

Support easier phone and in-person access for residents who may not want to rely exclusively on online services.

Community Programming

Support daytime programming, social activities and technology-learning opportunities that help seniors stay connected.

Age-Friendly Planning

Consider accessibility and senior mobility when reviewing streets, parks and public facilities.