I think all 3 downtowns need to be a priority because they are what make us Cambridge.ĭevelopment will bring us together and connect us all if it's done really well. I want to see really thoughtful development and urban design guidelines for the downtown cores. What is the most important thing you want to see changed in Cambridge? It would also get the trucks out of downtown Galt which would greatly improve safety and walkability. Franklin Blvd seems to move a lot faster with the roundabouts whereas the trucks stopping and starting at every light on Hespeler Rd really slows everything down. This would allow transport trucks to by-pass downtown Galt and Hespeler Road by using Franklin Blvd to access the 401. Council needs to request that the Region of Waterloo fast-tracks the Cambridge by-pass stage 2 which takes MacQueen-Shaver to end at Dundas Street (It currently goes to Franklin Blvd). It's hard to get from one end of town to the other during rush hour and it seems to be getting worse. The most common issue I keep hearing city-wide is traffic. What do you see as the main issues facing residents of Cambridge on a broader scale? Housing (we need more "missing middle" homes, encourage redevelopment of vacant lands and infill, more mixed use buildings with shops/office on lower floors and condos above) Revitalizing Downtown Galt (supporting the BIA, helping people facing mental health issues, getting truck traffic out of the core, getting the LRT down to Galt)ģ. Planning and Development (urban design guidelines for downtown Galt, tackling issue of traffic, attracting new development, stopping the Dance Pit)Ģ. What do you see as the main issues facing residents of the ward?ġ. I have the education and life skills to fulfill this role on council. We need councillors who understand planning and urban design and will work with developers to ensure a cohesive downtown, as we usher in this era of development. This means we are going to see a lot of development in our downtown. The quality of this development depends greatly on those with the power to approve it. Thoughtful urban design guidelines and planning policy are the tools to achieve this. If I am elected, ward 5 will not be going from a full-time councillor (Pam Wolf is a retired teacher) to one that works full-time and is a councillor part-time.Ĭambridge is a city in transition, and downtown Galt is designated by the Province of Ontario as an urban growth centre. I will be working as councillor full-time and not pursuing additional employment. Saw completion of capital projects including the adaptive reuse of the Old Post Office.Took part in the City of Cambridge's budgeting process.Vast knowledge of real estate and housing issues in all areas of Cambridge.ġ0 Years on the Cambridge Public Library Board.Applying knowledge of planning and urban design as we continue to see an increase in development especially in downtown Galt.I want to communicate regularly with constituents on social media channels so they are kept up-to-date on what is happening at city hall.in Communications and Urban Studies (Wilfrid Laurier) My life experiences have prepared me for my role as councillor. What qualifies you to represent your ward? This will take members of council who have knowledge of city planning and development, of which I have knowledge of both. I want to see Cambridge grow into the dynamic city I have always believed it is so that it can be enjoyed by generations to come. I love living in Cambridge! I was raised here and now I am raising my 3 kids here. I was raised in Ward 5 and currently live with my family in Ward 5. Occupation: Former Realtor (currently home with my kids who will all be in school in the fall)ĭo you reside in the ward/city you are running in?