By Staff
March 29th, 2025
BURLINGTON, ON
This is the first time we recall hearing City Hall set out what they would like to see coming out of the federal election that takes place on April 28th.
City Hall had this to say: “On April 28, Canadians will return to ballot boxes to make their voices heard in what could be a defining election for the country. As Burlington residents consider the future and our shared place in it, the City continues to advocate for meaningful and robust partnerships with all parties in support of our community’s goals in 2025 and beyond.
“Strong, multi-level government relationships will preserve the great quality of life for everyone in Burlington.
“Burlington is focused on five policy priorities that, through collaboration with the Government of Canada over the next four years, will help us make a difference.
“Five Policy Priorities for the Federal Government
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- Supporting industry and protecting jobs, businesses, and the economy..
- Negotiating a New Municipal Growth Framework.
- Advancing affordable housing solutions..
- Addressing the homelessness crisis
- Protecting the natural environment and taking action on climate change.”
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Mayor Marianne Meed Ward said “We’re committed to working with our partners at the federal government to meet the needs of our community. We’re connecting with each candidate in this election to ensure they know our priorities. Municipalities know our communities best, and we can’t solve the issues we face alone. We look forward to working with the new government. I encourage everyone to get out and vote to make your voice heard on the issues we face.”
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Interesting that the City thinks it can set out priorities for the Federal Government when it muzzles any objection to its own priorities & ignores any its politicians & staff didn’t dream up.
Find it interesting that Burlington has set out ” Five Policy Priorities for the Federal Government.
Our Council has not been able to protect our waterfront from over development that has resulted in multiple 26-29 storey buildings and our Municipal Government thinks it can set out priorities for the federal government.
Overarching at its best.
Only buzz words missing from the mayor: “all the tools in the tool box.”
Elect a blatant Liberal virtue signalling Mayor and what did you all expect ?
This council has failed in its role to protect our downtown and lakefront from being destroyed and turned into a condo developer’s nirvana. Why would I want them to dictate my Federal selection.
Do Municipal staff and elected know what Burlington families want from Federal election. Don’t think so. They are not prepared to listen and act on what we want from our Municipal government. BRAG and delegations have proven that over and over again. We have wanted a safe and accessible civic Square approved with a one million budget. Did we get it no. Are we scheduled to get what council wants for millions more of our tax dollars yes.
The fact that nobody has disagreed with these two comments says a loi!