Brandon Simon

• Bachelor's degree in Philosophy, York University, 2013 to 2016.
• CY, Child Development, Fanshawe College, 2008 to 2012.

• Would work toward keeping property-tax increases below inflation and freeze the mayor's salary for the four-year term.
• Landlords voluntarily charging existing Welland residents at least 30% below CMHC Average Market Rent may qualify for property-tax incentives of up to 100% and waived rental-certification fees.
• Rental certification with inspections every two years.
• Would replace the overnight shelter with a 24-hour Work-to-Live community offering accommodation, employment assistance, mental-health and addiction supports, and benefits access where eligible.
• A verified citizen app, livestreamed town halls and annual department performance reports.
• Supports downtown housing through building-permit incentives and property-tax stability, and would advocate better transit connections with Niagara College.
• Would review multi-unit parking for visitors, caregivers, accessible users and personal support workers.
• Would encourage local hiring in future City agreements where legally possible and incentives for municipal employees to live in Welland.
• Would plan new neighbourhoods alongside roads, parks, sidewalks, transit and municipal services, and prioritize infrastructure renewal through long-term planning.

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