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Non-Incumbent Voting % – Ward Councillors

WARD 4 – MCALEER – 28%

WARD 3 – DOOLEY – 26%

WARD 2 - HENRY – 24%

WARD 1 – WALKER – 23% 

A Bittersweet Evening

Although the results are not what we had hoped for, I am incredibly happy with our campaign and what we accomplished.

As a 21 year old college student who self-financed most of the campaign, I am happy with the job we did and the campaign we ran.

I want to thank everyone including family, friends, and my neighbours in Ward 4, it was an honour and privilege to run and share my vision with you.

I’m looking forward to seeing what Ajax Council does in the next term of office and truly wish Councillor Pat Brown all the best in representing Ward 4 for another term.

I’m incredibly happy to see some of my friends get elected or re-elected tonight.

In Pickering, Mayor Ryan was given a strong mandate to continue leading Pickering.

Ward 1 re-elected Councillor Kevin Ashe, who is a fair and reasonable voice at a sometimes-raucous council.

In Ward 3, It was great to finally see Peter Rodrigues defeated. Peter was an incredibly negative candidate and deserved to be un-seated. Councillor David Pickles will do a much better job representing Ward 3. Dave is a professional who has years of experience. Ward 3 also spoke loud and clear as they returned Rick Johnson to council. Rick is a fighter for Ward 3 and always has been.

It was sad to see Deputy Mayor Doug Dickerson get defeated last night. Doug has always been there for advice and I’ve always relied heavily on his wisdom.

In Whitby, it’s good to see Don Mitchell, Lorne Coe, Liz Roy, Joe Drumm all elected. A strong team from Whitby. 

It's Time We Elect Kurtis McAleer

Letter to the Editor

Today, a Letter to the Editor was published in the News Advertiser regarding safety at our lake.

Below is the full letter:

To the editor:

I am a resident of Ajax concerned for the safety for all users of this town’s trail system. I have contacted my ward councillor, Pat Brown, about my concern for the manner in which some cyclists abuse the trails by speeding, failing to warn pedestrians when they are racing up behind them or responding in a discourteous manner if a pedestrian should suggest that they slow down or share the trail.

Councillor Brown outlined a few initiatives Ajax council was considering to alleviate this situation, one that she admits she and council are aware of.

The Town has prepared a bicycle-friendly brochure that outlines where and how cyclists can safely use the town’s roads and trails. It outlines appropriate bicycle etiquette that cyclists should follow; unfortunately many of them do not follow these rules and the Town appears unwilling to do anything to enforce the rules and protect the safety of all residents wishing to enjoy this unique Town asset.

My final communique from Councillor Brown began with “I’m sorry you feel that way ...” a clear indication that cyclists can continue to endanger the safety of everyone wanting to use the Town’s trail system.

Clean Prosperity Pledge

Today, I signed the Canadian for Clean Prosperity Pledge. I'm happy to support this and will further look into when I'm elected to Council.

Please check out http://www.cleanprosperity.ca for more information

Below is an email confirming my pledge and support for this initiative 

"Dear Kurtis,

Thank you for your support of polluter responsibility for garbage. In addition to listing you on our website,below are some tools you can use to help ensure voters know of your leadership on this issue" 

Former Ajax Chief Librarian Endorses McAleer

"Kurtis McAleer is a new face in local politics. He brings a fresh outlook to the important local matters facing our community; property taxes, the waterfront, growth, transit, community safety and seniors’ services. Kurtis will provide the residents of Ward 4 with thoughtful attention to the issues that will arise during the coming municipal term. He has my vote and I urge everyone who feels that a change is needed in our local government to give him your support on October 27th."

Geoff Nie
Former Chief Librarian, Ajax Public Library
Ward 4 Resident

Ward 4 Debate Announced

Ward 4 Debate Hosted by the Ajax Public Library Board

Ward 4

October 9, 2014

7 p.m.

Carruthers Marsh Pavilion, 55 Ashbury Blvd.