Candidate for Councillor — Wards 1 & 2 · Wards 1 & 2 (Huntsville & Chaffey)
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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.
What happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go?
Wants a clear cost-benefit analysis before any major spending.
“Demand a clear analysis before major spending.”
Source: Louisa Chiaramonte campaign website — Platform · September 13, 2026
Will the things I use every day actually get fixed?
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Prioritises finishing the Chaffey Township Road reconstruction; keep Ravenscliffe and Waseosa on the road-safety list.
“Prioritize timely completion of that [Chaffey Township Road] reconstruction and related pedestrian safety work. Keep Ravenscliffe and Waseosa on the safety list.”
(several paragraphs)
Source: Louisa Chiaramonte campaign website — Platform · September 13, 2026
Finish Chaffey Township Road sidewalks and safer school walking routes; keep Ravenscliffe and Waseosa on the safety list; rewrite the Fire Master Plan for rural wait times.
“Finish Chaffey Township Road sidewalks and safer school walking routes. Keep Ravenscliffe and Waseosa on the safety list. Rewrite the Fire Master Plan for rural wait times.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Louisa Chiaramonte campaign website · October 2, 2026
How would this person actually govern?
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Would publish why she voted the way she did on each decision.
“Publish clear summaries of why votes are cast, what information was considered, and how public input shaped the outcome.”
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Source: Louisa Chiaramonte campaign website — Platform · September 13, 2026
Scopes the role honestly: doctors and hospitals are not Town services — council can house the workers and advocate; decisions should flow from the community upward.
“Doctors and hospitals are not Town services. Council can house the workers and advocate to District and Queen's Park. Council decisions should flow from the community upward, not from the councillor downward.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Louisa Chiaramonte campaign website · October 2, 2026
How much should Huntsville grow, and where?
Wants development aligned to the Official Plan with residents consulted early.
“Residents should be heard at the start of planning, not after a decision is essentially made.”
Source: Louisa Chiaramonte campaign website — Platform · September 13, 2026
Can people who work here afford to live here?
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
"Affordable Housing Pockets": 3 to 4 modest homes on one Chaffey property; shared well and septic; local occupancy first; prove one pilot, copy what works.
“Affordable Housing Pockets — 3 to 4 modest homes on one Chaffey property. Shared well and septic. Local occupancy first. Prove one pilot. Copy what works.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Louisa Chiaramonte campaign website · October 2, 2026
Pilot affordable housing pockets: 3–4 modest homes on one Chaffey property, shared well/septic, land trust owns the land, locals first.
“A pocket. A start. Housing for people who are here now.”
(a few sentences)
Can I see a doctor, and how will we pay for the new hospital?
Doctors and hospitals are not Town services; council's role is housing health workers and advocating to the District and Queen's Park.
“Doctors and hospitals are not Town services. Council can house the workers and advocate to District and Queen's Park.”
Who is protecting the lakes and the night sky?
Wants environmental studies and public input given full weight in planning.
“Environmental studies and public input get full weight in development decisions.”
Source: Louisa Chiaramonte campaign website — Platform · September 13, 2026
Is the two-tier system working for Huntsville, or costing us?
A Wards 1&2 seat is a Town Hall seat only — no District vote; brief Huntsville's District members and lobby Queen's Park instead.
“A Ward 1 and 2 seat is one of nine at Town Hall, not one of 23 at District.”
Will there be decent work here, and a downtown worth walking to?
Jobs come from a workable town, not slogans.
“Jobs come from a workable town, not a campaign slogan.”
Can you get around safely without a car, and are the parks and trails looked after?
Wants ward voices represented in the Parks and Trails Master Plan.
“Represent Huntsville and Chaffey voices in the ongoing Parks and Trails Master Plan.”
Source: Louisa Chiaramonte campaign website — Platform · September 13, 2026
Who shows up when you call 911, and do they have what they need?
The Town does not assign officers; would rewrite the Fire Master Plan for rural wait times and measure downtown vs. rural response.
“The Town does not assign officers. I will not treat Chaffey as an afterthought.”
Can you get where you need to go if you do not drive?
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
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