Jordan Cescolini, King Ward 1 candidate
Yorkregion.com
September 11, 2018
Biographical information:
- Lifelong resident of King Township.
- Graduated from Western University, with a bachelor of management and organizational studies, specialization in finance.
Issues:
Reduction in property taxes
The average household in King Township pays $12,182 a year in property taxes. In comparison to some of our surrounding neighbours, the average house in Vaughan pays $6,850, Aurora $7,394 Newmarket $6,698 and Markham $6,762. Council has argued over the past few years that the reason your property tax bill is so high is due to the price of homes in King Township. Regardless, the cost of removing garbage, snow removal and other municipal services do not change based on the value of your home and for too long the residents in King Township have been paying far too much and seeing far too little in return.
Investing in infrastructure
Our community has seen a surge in development, our one-lane roads have been overwhelmed and traffic congestion has led to a decrease in road safety. Commuters passing through our community have been taking short cuts through neighbourhoods to avoid congested main roadways and intersections. This puts at risk our community! It is time for council to recognize this huge risk and stop ignoring the plain fact that our roadways are becoming less safe. If elected, I will use the one-time development charges that new homes pay, to build safer roadways to alleviate traffic congestion.
Investing in community recreation
Being a lifelong resident of King Township, it is clear, that our community holds so much natural beauty and potential that must be invested in. Community recreation is the cornerstone of what binds a community together. It is where we gather to play, cheer and make memories. With the growing number of people calling King Township home it is our duty to ensure we create environmentally sustainable recreational infrastructure. This starts with building a community centre in the heart of King City, that features new ice rinks and both indoor and outdoor soccer fields.
Website: jordan4ward1.com
