Cut Waste / Lower Taxes

Background

• Out-of-Control Spending:

  • Operational expenditures increased from $3.98B to $5.38B — a 35% rise in just 4 years.

  • Despite higher spending, City services are in decline — roads, water, transit, green spaces, and pathways are all deteriorating.

• Lack of Transparency & Accountability:

  • Taxpayer dollars are being spent without clear results or improvements.

  • Calgary now has the worst-rated roads among major Canadian cities (26% rated “poor” by the city itself).

  • Poor maintenance led to preventable infrastructure crises, like the recent water issue.

  • Green spaces and pathways are neglected and poorly maintained.

• Council's Track Record:

  • Four significant tax increases this term — all of which I opposed.

  • No visible improvements in services despite growing budgets and staff numbers.

Commitments

• Comprehensive External Audit:

  • Independent review of city finances to ensure responsible spending and value for taxpayer dollars.

• Organizational Review:

  • Identify redundant positions, inefficient contracts, and unnecessary management layers.

  • Implement systems of accountability and performance measurement across the organization.

• Reduce Taxes & Improve Affordability:

  • Focus on maximizing the impact of every dollar spent.

  • Ensure taxpayer money goes to core priorities that directly benefit residents.

• Eliminate Waste:

  • Cut unnecessary spending and redirect resources to where they're most needed.

  • Create a leaner, more effective city administration.