CANDIDATE FOR REGIONAL COUNCILLOR

Allan Honey

I stand for responsible growth, fiscal accountability and preserving the rural character and quality of life that make Scugog . Also I am determined to make sure Durham Region and the Province recognize Scugog's contribution and is fairly compensated.

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MEET THE CANDIDATE

Why I’m Running

I am a life long resident of Scugog Township and a member of a multi generational farm family.

I am running for Regional Council because I care deeply about the future of Scugog and want to be a strong, respected voice for our community at both the Township and Regional tables.

Generations of families, including my own, have helped build Scugog into the community it is today, and I want to ensure it remains a great place to live, work, have a business and raise a family.

I bring to the table experience as chair of land division, minor variance and heritage committees.

QUICK FACTS

Lives In

Seagrave

Years in Community

58 years

Occupation

Farmer / Business Owner

Community Involvement

Sponsorships to local events

Previous Public Service

Committee of Adjustment, Land Division, Heritage Committee

First-Time Candidate

Yes

MY PRIORITIES

The Issues That Matter Most

My 1st Priority

Responsible Growth:
We have to recognize that Scugog has limited space to build homes. We are protected by Greenbelt lands that include very important agricultural and critical wet lands. We need to plan our growth very responsibly and make sure our partners at Durham Region and the Province recognize this.
My 2nd Priority

Infrastructure & Roads:
Our local infrastructure has a failing grade. If we don't find a way to correct this our infrastructure funding gap is going to widen. Our roads and bridges need immediate attention.
My 3rd Priority

Fiscal Responsibility:
Fiscal responsibility starts at the top. We can not continue to spend money we don't have. Every expense needs to be reviewed for cost savings. Also we need to increase our revenue streams and take some weight off our residential tax payers.
My 4th Priority

Public Safety:
Public Safety is an ongoing concern. The biggest portion of our regional tax dollars goes to the Durham Regional Police budget and it's going up. We have to make sure we are getting what we pay for.

WHERE I STAND

Housing

Durham Region the Province and the Federal Government need to address housing. Scugog itself is very limited in ways to help with housing outside of appropriate zoning provisions.

Taxes & Spending

I don't believe promising zero tax increases is responsible. I would advocate keeping taxation tied to inflation. Budgets and spending should be carefully prioritized .

Growth & Development

Responsible planning for rural communities is imperative. Sprawl is not the answer to provide growth. We need to get the projects that have been approved built and only then step back and have a look at next steps.

Local Business

Listen to the BIA and work with the North Durham Chamber to achieve common goals.

Parks, Recreation & Community Spaces

I believe our parks and green spaces provide economic and recreational value to our communities. These areas provide space for markets, fairs or just plain old relaxation and piece of mind.

Transparency & Accountability

The public should not have to look for information. Lets keep the public informed and engaged.

FAQs

Your Questions, Answered

Infrastructure Funding Gap
Keep the public informed, reach a long term agreement with the Port Perry Ag Society and have started the process of building a respectful relationship at the region.
Support the BIA and the Chamber and promote local shopping .
Responsible Planning
When this election is over or my term is over I will still be here. This has been my families home for 135 years. I intend for my family to stay in Scugog. Decisions I make will have to be lived with for many future generations including my own families.