Presented a motion to develop a 10-year financial sustainability plan for Cobourg, aligning it with asset management needs to guide infrastructure, growth, and affordability and prevent sudden tax increases.

Identified and lobbied to help secure up to $25 million in provincial Housing-Enabling Water Systems funding to expand critical infrastructure and support future housing development in Cobourg.

Worked to protect funding for key municipal services, ensuring the Cobourg Public Library and Transit did not face cuts.

Pushed for more transparent and detailed budget timelines to ensure Council and the community had proper oversight and input during budget deliberations.

As a member of the Cobourg Police Services Board, advocated for fairer provincial support for rising policing and court administration costs.

Supported a motion to explore alternative policing models to help manage costs while maintaining service levels, and would continue pursuing those conversations as Mayor.

Made delegations to both County Council and the Province while supporting resolutions calling for better provincial support for lower-tier municipalities like Cobourg facing growing homelessness and social service pressures without direct funding support.

Brought forward a motion for a town-wide playground safety assessment after hearing concerns from local families and residents.

Represented Downtown Cobourg businesses through improvements to user fees, improved governance, a new strategic plan, and an updated memorandum of understanding with the Town.

Brought forward an idea to the Mayor and supported Council’s direction to create a Save the Job Task Force to respond to the closure of Post Consumer Brands, focusing on investment attraction, identifying new manufacturing jobs and prioritizing affected workers and families.  

Brought forward a motion to pause decisions on the future of 117 Durham Street until proper planning and public consultation could take place, ensuring residents had a voice in conversations about the future use of the property.

Continued pushing for action on the Tannery Lands to help stimulate housing development, including supporting a formal Expression of Interest process to move the site forward.

Introduced a motion to use part of the former Cobourg Memorial Arena's vacant parking lot for workforce housing through Northumberland County.

Took a strong position on protecting Cobourg’s heritage and ensuring it remains a key consideration in future development decisions, particularly at Brookside and in the downtown core.

Supported new recreation and community projects, such as a YMCA and aquatic centre at the CCC, the feasibility of a domed soccer facility, outdoor basketball courts, and integrated plans for Centennial Pool and the waterfront area.

Presented a motion that reimagined the Community Grants Program to continue supporting arts, culture, festivals, and community events when the program was at risk of being eliminated.

Supported increased investment in the Seniors Activity Centre, reflecting a commitment to programming and services for Cobourg's growing senior population.

Championed more affordable parking options for residents, visitors, and downtown businesses.

Advocated for a new Parks and Recreation Master Plan to guide the future of Cobourg's parks, trails, waterfront, and recreation facilities over the next decade, with meaningful public consultation at its core.

Backed capacity investment in the Art Gallery of Northumberland and Victoria Hall Concert Hall, recognizing the arts as essential to a vibrant community life.

Continually pushed for activation of Council's Youth Engagement Strategy and welcomed the introduction of the new Youth Zone at the CCC, ensuring young residents have dedicated space and a stronger voice in their community.

Championed improvements to how the Town serves residents day-to-day by supporting the implementation of Cobourg's Customer Service Strategy, resulting in a dedicated customer service desk at Victoria Hall that significantly exceeded its service targets in its first year of operation 

Held regular office hours, coffee conversations, community meetings, and ongoing resident outreach throughout my term to stay accessible and connected to the community.