I'm looking to expand our facilities for family activities, including ice rinks, new swimming pools, parks and green-spaces all while not raising property taxes.
Taxes have gone up considerably in the last few years and I aim to keep costs in check so we are not overspending
Thomas Votik
Independent for Abbotsford Council
Businesses & Jobs
Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres
Data centers will be kept small and out of the way.
Business Permitting
Reduce red tape in applying for licenses and permits in city hall.
Economic Growth
Allowing advertising billboards along the highways.
Small Businesses
Promote more advertising for local business with incentives.
Climate Change, Heat, Fires, & the Environment
Community Centres, Libraries, Parks, and Other Public Spaces
After-School Programs
Create more funding for libraries and expansion of the ones we have.
Community Centres
Expansion of the Matsqui Recreational Center and Ice Rink.
Green Space
Stop all cutting of old-growth trees and increase funding to build and maintain hiking trails.
Parks
Increase funding to keep parks clean and add garbage cans and collecting.
Sidewalks & Bike Paths
Build bicycle lanes in conjunction with developers as we grow and build together.
Local Government, Planning, & Democracy
Public Services
Roads, Transit, & Getting Around
Biography
submitted by the candidate or their team
I'm a tradesman with experience working with developers and contractors. I have a passion for small town life and nature, and aim to direct Abbotsford's growth in a sustainable and responsible path.
Reason for running
submitted by the candidate or their team
I want to bring the other councillors together on issues so that we are all working towards building and growing Abbotsford responsibly while not overspending.