INITIATIVES
As I again commit to work together with all citizens and stakeholders in the Town of Tillsonburg, there are a number of identified items that we can collectively turn into opportunities. Ensuring we continue with an open, transparent and accessible governance model will ensure Tillsonburg truly remains a “Place to Build Your Future”. As we prepare for the future, and respect the challenges that all have experienced due to COVID-19, I remain prepared to lead the community-wide network that will be required toensure an affordable, accessible and sustainable Town for all families and stakeholders.
The opportunity to engage our citizens and truly build a stronger community from the ground up has continued to pay dividends for us all over the past eight years. As a result of truly listening to the people and businesses of Tillsonburg and providing the opportunity for transparent community engagement, some of these exciting initiatives are highlighted below;
AN OPEN AND ACCESSIBLE COUNCIL
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Adherence to the Municipal Act and Municipal Code of Conduct
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Continue to facilitate the opportunity for public engagement through integrity and respect
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Continued respect for volunteer Boards and Committees (Utilize positively this valuable and experienced skill set)
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Continue to use 'your' Community Strategic Plan as a flexible framework for future priorities
TILLSONBURG HYDRO INC.
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THI shall remain a financially viable corporation wholly-owned by the Town of Tillsonburg with a sustainable rate structure that is responsible to the rate payer
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Continued investment in human resources and material capital to ensure THI remains in full compliance with governing regulations (IESO / OEB)
TRANSIT (Responsible, Accessible and Sustainable)
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Continually improve the financially sustainable and accessible program that now delivers safe and reliable access to all parts of our community (Recreational, Commercial, Medical, Employment etc.)
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Continue to be a regional leader as we escalate opportunities, in partnership with Ministry of Transportation and neighbouring municipalities, on regional expansion to ensure Tillsonburg is connected to the rest of the world
COUNTY OF OXFORD
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Continue to build on the relationships that have fostered significant infrastructure investment, while ensuring we maintain a level of local autonomy to provide for the always important “Made in Tillsonburg” solutions
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Expand on opportunities for operational symmetries while expediting areas of duplication to benefit all stakeholders
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Continue pressure for reduction in Bag Tag rates and stability on water and wastewater rates
OPEN FOR BUSINESS
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Continue to build on the “Open for Business” philosophy that has strategically placed Tillsonburg in a position to succeed
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Continue to enhance public/private partnership to provide for increased jobs and assessment
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Advance pending Technical training opportunities to match the needs of current and future employers-
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Continued demonstration of networking and negotiating skills that introduced valuable investment and employers to our community
NEW INITIATIVES
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Revitalization of Aquatics Facility at Community Centre (including Splash Pad facility)
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Affordable and Attainable Housing options that matches the demands and expectations of the community
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Enhanced community safety initiatives (Community Safety and Well-being and expanded Community Safety Zones)
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Additional primary health care opportunities through partnership (TDMH) and alternative service delivery model options
These are just a few of the items the public has mentioned to me as community priorities. I welcome you to share your ideas with me at votemolnar@execulink.com. The time to start working together on your ideas is now. Together we can ensure a process that continuously listens, learns and acts for the betterment of all our citizens.