The City of Toronto Act and electing our next leaders.

Elect Frances to City Council on November 13thHere are some points from The City of Toronto Act that I feel are important to consider when you are looking to elect the next leader of our ward and our city.1.The City of Toronto is now the 6th largest government in Canada.2. The City of Toronto has new powers under the New City Of Toronto Act. (link here for the entire act)3. The Mayor of Toronto has new powers to appoint the Deputy Mayor and Committee Chairs.4.There will now be an Executive Committee of Council made up of the The Mayor (as Chair) the Deputy Mayor (as Vice Chair) Standing Committee Chairs, and four other Councillors.5.The Budget Committee (formerly the Budget Advisory Committee) will report directly to the Executive Committee.6. There will be an elected Speaker and Deputy Speaker of Council.7. The City has expanded powers in the area of licensing.8. The City now has the power to impose sales taxes on Entertainment, alcoholic beverages sold for consumption in licensed establishments and tobacco products.9. The number of Community Councils will increase from 4 councils to 8 councils.There is no doubt in my mind that the City of Toronto needed a new act to make the city workable. I am very excited to see that the City Council will have more power to make decisions and therefore should be able to get many issues resolved in a timely manner. I congratulate Mayor Miller on all his work with the Provincial Government to get the Act to this level, and there is still more work to be done.Who will you elect to make sure that the New City Of Toronto Act is working for the residents of the City of Toronto?I believe in doing my homework, consulting with the community and then making the best decision possible for ward 13 and the City of Toronto for today while not compromising future generations.I believe that new taxes are not the answer to our financial problems as a city.I believe in moving the agenda forward and will work with the Mayor and fellow Councillors in partnership to get issues addressed in a timely fashionI believe in treating people with dignity and respect and will bring decorum and civility back to City Hall.I believe in communication as a tool to find solutions to our issues. I will get your input and feedback on issues before decisions are made.I believe in communities that are engaged in, and proud of, the decision that are made at City Hall.I believe that Ward 13 can be the leader in developing sustainable neighbourhoods.I believe in Toronto.Remember to Vote on November 13th. It is a new time in history for the City of TorontoHere are a few other links to look at regarding the City of Toronto act:Candidates mum on Toronto ActDavid Miller Op Ed in The Toronto StarThe ApprovalTowards a New City of Toronto ActMinistry of Municipal Affairs and HousingCanadian Federation of Independent Business