BUILD TRUST WITH CITIZENS
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Did you know that Councillors just awarded themselves 17 and 20% pay raises. And on top they will get all the raises that staff receive. And during a pandemic! Were you consulted? Such a pay raise if its even proposed should be put to a vote at the municipal election.
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Hold regular town hall meetings in the community
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Have roundtable meetings on a regular basis
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When significant proposals come to the Town (such as the Mega Quarry and Muskoka Royale), there should be widespread notification to all residents including seasonal residents; not just the current minimum legal notification
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There is a need to push for provincial changes to official plan and zoning appeals. The development industry wants to make it cost prohibitive to launch appeals