Karin Terziano

Candidate for Councillor — Wards 1 & 2 · Wards 1 & 2 (Huntsville & Chaffey)

In their own words

This candidate hasn’t listed a campaign website or social account with the Town. That says nothing about them as a candidate — it just means less of their material is published online for us to summarise.

Where they stand

Every candidate in this race is shown against the same 12 issues, in the same order, whether or not we’ve found something for each one. Why we do it this way.

Taxes, spending and value for money

What happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go?

Running on the argument that recent levy and payroll growth is unaffordable.

Says the Town levy has risen 37 per cent, about $4.5 million, over the past four years, and municipal payroll 41 per cent. These are her figures, reported by Doppler; SmarterVote has not independently verified them.
Wants council to review and repeal bylaws that allow spending before the annual budget is approved.
Served 12 years on Huntsville Town Council between 2010 and 2022 and says the Town was in an excellent financial position when she left.

Show their words & source (reported remarks)

“Many of our residents simply cannot afford these increases”

Source: Huntsville Doppler — Karin Terziano seeks return to Huntsville council, cites spending and tax concerns · July 24, 2026

Roads, infrastructure and the basics

Will the things I use every day actually get fixed?

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How council works

How would this person actually govern?

Offers accessibility and follow-through as what she would bring back to the table.

Doppler also reported she pledged a common-sense approach to development decisions and improved staff efficiency; those were the reporter's summary and are not quoted here.

Show their words & source (reported remarks)

“I will be an approachable council member who will listen to your concerns and act upon them.”

Source: Huntsville Doppler — Karin Terziano seeks return to Huntsville council, cites spending and tax concerns · July 24, 2026

Growth, development and community character

How much should Huntsville grow, and where?

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Housing and affordability

Can people who work here afford to live here?

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Healthcare and the new hospital

Can I see a doctor, and how will we pay for the new hospital?

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Environment, lakes and dark skies

Who is protecting the lakes and the night sky?

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Huntsville's place at the District table

Is the two-tier system working for Huntsville, or costing us?

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Local economy, jobs and downtown

Will there be decent work here, and a downtown worth walking to?

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Parks, trails and active transportation

Can you get around safely without a car, and are the parks and trails looked after?

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Police, fire, emergency services and community safety

Who shows up when you call 911, and do they have what they need?

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Transit and getting around without a car

Can you get where you need to go if you do not drive?

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