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I’ve decided to repurpose this website as a blog – to share some of my thoughts on Esquimalt, on council, and on some of the important issues and decisions that Esquimalt council is considering.

Latest Posts

  • Priority: Responsible Finances
    Esquimalt has seen several years of high property tax increases. The 2026 budget was particularly difficult. Increases at this level are not sustainable and cannot become normal. At the same time, we need to be honest about what is driving them. A recent Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce review called Esquimalt the region’s most disciplined… Read More »Priority: Responsible Finances
  • Recent advocacy for provincial library funding
    As part of my role as elected board chair for the Greater Victoria Public Library, I’ve been working with library leaders across the province advocating for increased provincial funding for public libraries. The Province’s annual funding for public libraries has remained at approximately $14 million since 2010. While it has provided some one-time grants since… Read More »Recent advocacy for provincial library funding
  • Announcement- Mayoral Campaign
    An announcement: I’ve decided to run in the fall to be Mayor of Esquimalt. Esquimalt is a special place. Over the past four years on Council, I’ve worked hard to move forward on specific issues in a practical and thoughtful way, and I’ve become convinced that Esquimalt needs a clear vision for where we’re headed… Read More »Announcement- Mayoral Campaign
  • Budget Thoughts 2026 – Part 3: The Operating Budget
    A closer look at Esquimalt’s operating budget, where our costs differ from neighbouring municipalities, and what is driving the proposed tax increase.
  • 2026 Budget – Capital Budget
    Esquimalt council is once again in budget season, and dealing with a difficult 13% draft budget that staff have presented. A big part of the proposed budget increase (3% of that 13%) is related to increases in funds being set aside to support the Township’s capital budget. I will be making another post soon detailing some of… Read More »2026 Budget – Capital Budget