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User talk:Marithefranzy

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User talk:Msjuly

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User talk:Purety

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please do not add unrelated external links to wikinews articles. it is considered Vandalism and can get u blocked from editing. — Doldrums(talk) 10:31, 19 October 2006 (UTC)

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User talk:Bliep

Yes i read the policies, thanks Bliep 21:09, 20 October 2006 (UTC)

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User talk:Ccool2ax~enwikinews

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American city officials warned about dirty bomb threat

October 19, 2006

City officials in seven United States cities were warned today about a possible attack on NFL stadiums using "dirty bombs." The Department of Homeland Security, which issued the warnings, has also added that the threat is "not credible."

The bomb threat, originally discovered on 4chan, stated that truck bombs containing radiological materials would be detonated during the football games this Sunday. While the Department of Homeland Security did not disclose which cities were mentioned, an unnamed department official has said the cities named were Atlanta, Miami, New York, Seattle, Houston, Oakland, California, and Cleveland, Ohio.

In response to the threat, several teams are scheduled to sweep some stadiums with radiation detection devices on Sunday for the presence of radioactive materials. In addition, the parking areas and entrances will be monitored closely for suspicious activity. The NFL has released a statement saying that the stadiums are well protected through security measures already in place.

The FBI has questioned a Milwaukee resident said to be responsible for the threats, which were posted on the web site last week. The FBI has declined to release the details of the investigation.


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User talk:Scjessey

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Astronaut to face attempted murder charge
How did you know I was going to add the expand tag? That's funny. I added it a minute after you did. — F e  llow  Wiki  News   (W)   (sign here!)  17:52, 6 February 2007 (UTC)

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Engineers develop robotic microhand

October 19, 2006

A tiny pneumatic hand, with the ability to grasp objects smaller than a millimeter across has been developed by Yen-Wen Lu and Chang-Jin Kim of UCLA's Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department.

The researchers developed the microhand, which has four fingers built of minuscule silicon segments and polymer-balloon joints, to have a firm but gentle grip to facilitate manipulating tiny, delicate objects.

The hand opens and closes when the balloons in the joints are inflated and deflated. Because it is constructed of inert materials and is operated pneumatically rather than electronically, the micro-hand can operate in air or water, giving it the ability to grasp small biological samples which tend to be moist or submersed in a liquid environment.

Lu and Kim presented their robotic hand in the article "Microhand for biological applications", published October 16 in the American Institute of Physics journal Applied Physics Letters.

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User talk:202.63.110.5

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The NPOV tag was added, but there's no mention of why. Nothing here looks like it's got a strong bias. -- IlyaHaykinson 23:36, 18 October 2006 (UTC)

 * It's looking good to me. Should we remove the NPOV tag? BuzzSkyline 23:45, 18 October 2006 (UTC)

 * im going to remove the npov tag, unless someone objects. LBK 23:52, 18 October 2006 (UTC)

 * Just for the record, the original read like self-promotional, but was reworked wonderfully.--Steven Fruitsmaak (Reply) 23:07, 19 October 2006 (UTC)


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Category:Admins open to recall

These administrators are willing to stand for re-confirmation of adminship if some editors in good standing request it (although each one might define the number needed differently).

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US declares vital interest in space

October 19, 2006 [[Image:SAFER - Simplified Aid for EVA Rescue.jpg|right|thumb|300px|"The United States considers space capabilities ... vital to its national interests. Consistent with this policy, the United States will: preserve its rights, capabilities, and freedom of action in space; dissuade or deter others from either impeding those rights or developing capabilities intended to do so; take those actions necessary to protect its space capabilities; respond to interference; and deny, if necessary, adversaries the use of space capabilities hostile to U.S. national interests..."

"Proposed arms control agreements or restrictions must not impair the rights of the United States to conduct research, development, testing, and operations or other activities in space for U.S. national interests..." ]] President Bush has declared space to be essential to US defense in a new National Space Policy document published on September 14. Not only has the United States declared that it has rights in space, but also said it will "deny, if necessary, adversaries the use of space capabilities hostile to U. S. national interests". The policy states that presence in space takes its place alongside sea and air power in the defense of the country. The US has announced officially that it is using space for surveillance and monitoring activities, including observing natural disasters on Earth, and it intends to develop the commercial potential of space.

The new policy was agreed upon in August but the document was not released until October. In September, the BBC reported that the US Missile Defense Agency had announced the successful test firing of an interceptor missile from California which hit a target missile launched from Alaska. This followed the test firing of ballistic missiles by North Korea in July.

The success of this US interceptor missile launch is the fifth out of eight attempts and the first to use the facilities at the Vandenberg base. In the last two attempts, in December 2004 and February 2005, the interceptor missiles failed to take off. This whole program is reported to have cost $100 billion since 1983. The system employs radar and satellites to locate the target missile and to direct the interceptor towards it. The programme is not without its critics.

Reactions to the policy
The BBC reports Tony Snow, White House spokesman as saying, in response to questions about the militarisation of space, "The notion that you would do defense from space is different from that of weaponisation of space. We're comfortable with the policy".

Theresa Hitchens, director of the Centre for Defense Information, has a different opinion from Mr. Snow. She said; "While this policy does not explicitly say we are not going to shoot satellites or we are going to put weapons in space, it does, it seems to me, open the door towards that. This is a much more unilateralist vision of space. The United States in this policy seeks to establish its rights but fails to acknowledge the rights of other countries in space, where the Clinton policy was very careful to acknowledge the rights of all nations in space." Hitchens said

Marine Corps General Cartwright, interviewed by Inside Pentagon, 18 October, was asked about allegations that China had tested the means of destroying American satellites, said "...we really haven't seen that". He likened the US role as that of enforcing the rule of the road in space. He pointed out that 16 or more countries can operate 10 or more satellites and that seven of these countries, China, Russia, India, South Korea, Indonesia, Brazil and Japan, are not members of NATO. He said that, "unfortunately, we anticipate some will challenge the free use of space."

Mikhail Margelov, Chairman of the Russian Federation Council's foreign affairs committee, is reported by RBC News as saying that the new policy "... may instigate Russian and joint Russian-US space exploration projects". Russia and America had been cooperating in space for years and it was not in the interest of the USA to sever those relations"''.

Having reported the new policy, the Taipei Times recollects that "Before becoming Bush's secretary of defense, Donald Rumsfeld had warned against a "Space Pearl Harbor" and insisted US interests needed to be better protected".

Under the headline "America wants it all - life, the Universe and everything", Bronwen Maddox in The Times describes the new space policy as "comically proprietory in tone" and reports that America has rejected talks proposals by 160 other states for a ban on an arms race in space - (the vote in the UN was 160-1). The project is described as having a "breathtaking cost". The policy does, however, highlight the vulnerability of military, commercial and personal data links that use satellites in space.

The difference between this policy and that of the President Clinton is highlighted in "DefenseTech.org" by the headline "Bush: Space is for Soldiers". It is pointed out that in the previous space policy the emphasis was on international security and cooperation, the new policy includes the following: "Proposed arms control agreements or restrictions must not impair the rights of the United States to conduce research, development, testing and operations or other activities in space for U.S. national interests".

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Suicide bombing kills 16 in tourist city in Sri Lanka

October 18, 2006

Just days following the suicide attack of unarmed Sri Lankan naval officers in Habarana, another was launched in the early hours of the morning in the southern port city of Galle. Official reports stipulate that terrorists, under the guise of fishermen in 5 boats entered the harbor and detonated after ramming into gunboats anchored at the naval base. Initial reports confirm that at least 16 people were killed and scores of others were injured in the blast.

The government has accused the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, LTTE, a militant separatist group, banned as a terrorist organisation in countries such as United States, England, India and Australia of conducting both attacks. Though the organization has not claimed responsibility for either, they are also yet to claim responsibility in a string of such attacks, including the assassination of the Indian Prime Minister, Rajiv Gandhi, allegedly as retribution for "war-crimes" committed by the Indian Peace Keeping Force in Sri Lanka.

Analysts believe that the attack on the port city of Galle, a UNESCO heritage site and the heart of Sri Lanka's tourist industry was aimed at sparking a government response in the lead up to talks between the government and the LTTE, as well serving an economic blow in the lead up to peak tourist season on the island.

The presence of envoys from the U.S., Japan and Norway are expected for this week's scheduled government talks with the LTTE.


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Winners of 2006 New Zealand Music Awards announced

October 19, 2006

The 2006 New Zealand Music Awards, or Tuis, were announced yesterday night at Auckland.

Campbell Smith, organiser, said it has been encouraging to "see the Tuis spread among a wide group of artists, rather than being dominated by one or two. It shows the New Zealand music scene is vibrant, diverse and growing."

The album of year was won by Bic Runga for her album, Birds. She beat other musicians including Dave Dobbyn and Don McGlashan.

Pluto with their single Long White Cross, won the single of the year. This beat other singles by Bic Runga, Goldenhorse, Mt Raskil Preservations Society featuring Hollie Smith, and The Feelers.

Elemeno P won the best group. They beat other bands, Bleeders and Fly My Pretties.

Dave Dobbyn was the best male solo artist, taking it out over Che Fu and Don McGlashan. Bic Runga was the best female solo artist beating Aaradhna and Anika Moa.

Bleeders were announced as the breakthrough artist of the year beating Aaradhna and Frontline. The best music video was awarded to Mark Williams for the music video of Fat Freddy's Drop; Wandering Eye.

Bleeders won best rock album for their album, As Sweet As Sin, beating Blindspott and Elemeno P.

The best urban/hip hop album was awarded to Borrowed Time by Frontline. This album beat Fresh Men by Nesian Mystik and Kaleidoscope by Opensouls.

The best dance/electronica album was Chaos By Design by Concord Dawn. Concord Dawn beat other groups Recloose and Sola Rose to win the prize.

The Return of Fly My Pretties by Fly My Pretties won the best Aotearoa roots album.

Te Reotakiwas Dunn by Te Reotakiwa Dunn won the best Maori album by beating Mahara Tocker with their album Hurricane's Eye and Rodger Cunningham with Toto.

Juliagrace won the best gospel/Christian album.

Spirit of the Land by Tower Voices of New Zealand won the best classical album.

Fat Freddy's Drop was awarded with the people's choice award, beating Pluto, Frontline, Elemeno P, Bic Runga and Goodnight Nurse.

The Warehouse highest selling New Zealand album was awarded to Fat Freddy's Drop, Based on a True Story.

All I Ask by Rosita Vai won the highest selling NZ single.

The NZ on Air radio airplay record of the year was won by The Feelers for their record, Stand Up.


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 * Whether or not he is using an open proxy, which there is no proof of here on Wikinews, that does not allow anyone to remove comments made by others unless they are personal attacks, threats or etc. The only way to prove, on Wikinews, that he is using an open proxy is to perform a checkuser, and I am not prepared to ask for one because there is no basis to do so. DragonFire1024 (Talk to the Dragon) 07:22, 17 July 2007 (UTC)

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New Zealand Post introduces redirection and hold fees

October 19, 2006

New Zealand Post has introduced fees for redirecting mail to a new home and also holding mail from being delivered, the fees will be introduced from November 1, 2006, unless the redirector is officially old.

The new fees will mean for the first two months you have mail redirection in place will cost NZ$20, instead of the usual free two months. It is double price for international going mail. It will cost $5 for residential users placing a hold on their mail, $10 for businesses per week.

Graham Smith, marketing general manager for New Zealand Post, said: "The Redirection service provides peace of mind for busy people moving house and protects against other people receiving private mailed information."

New Zealand Post says the reason behind the fee introduction is because it is expensive and includes a lot of labour as it is an entirely manual process. "It involves lots of manual intervention and the reprocessing and delivery of mail and we need to recover some of the costs of providing these services," Smith said.

Elderly have been exempted from all hold charges and given the first two months of redirection for free.

"We thought long and hard about this decision. We believe that the Redirection and Hold services still offer excellent value for money and provide our customers with a convenient way of making sure all their mail gets to them when they move, or keeping it secure when they are away from home," said Smith.

It will cost $20 for two months redirection, $30 for four months, $45 for six months and $85 for a year, it is double for international. It will cost $125 for two months redirection for businesses, $190 for four months, $250 for six months and $475 for a year, it is, again, double for international mail.


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Category talk:Palestine

"state"
articles in this category are not just those about the "State", also about people in the geographic location, and events in the location. no other country or territorial category page in wikinews says that articles in the cat are only about the "state", and neither should this. — Doldrums(talk) 06:56, 19 October 2006 (UTC)
 * So doesn't deal with the State of Israel? Then why are articles about the government/people of the State of Israel listed under  ? PVJ(Talk)(Articles I have written) [[Image:Flag_of_India.svg|25px]] 06:59, 19 October 2006 (UTC)
 * search for the word "just" in my comment above. — Doldrums(talk) 07:00, 19 October 2006 (UTC)
 * According to certain groups "Palestine" includes the entirety of the modern day "State of Israel". Would you be OK with merging  with  ? PVJ(Talk)(Articles I have written) [[Image:Flag_of_India.svg|25px]] 07:04, 19 October 2006 (UTC)

u want to dicuss proposed mergers? do it elsewhere. first justify changes u've already made to this cat page. — Doldrums(talk) 07:06, 19 October 2006 (UTC)
 * and while u're at it, tell me what there articles Nominations announced for 78th Academy Awards, Israeli soldier convicted of killing British activist in Gaza Strip, have to do with the State of Palestine. — Doldrums(talk) 07:08, 19 October 2006 (UTC)
 * If you agree to a merger, we will name this category and do away with the State of Palestine thing. PVJ(Talk)(Articles I have written) [[Image:Flag_of_India.svg|25px]] 07:14, 19 October 2006 (UTC)
 * The changes are necessary to clarify that this category deals with the "State of Palestine" as opposed to "Palestine" which would include the entire "State of Israel" alongwith some other areas. if you can come up with a better way to clarify the same, please inform me. PVJ(Talk)(Articles I have written) [[Image:Flag_of_India.svg|25px]] 07:12, 19 October 2006 (UTC)
 * Go ahead, do what you want Ilya and Doldrums. I can't waste time on this unless you stop edit-warring. PVJ(Talk)(Articles I have written) [[Image:Flag_of_India.svg|25px]] 07:20, 19 October 2006 (UTC)

"Palestine" vrs. "Palestinian Territories"
this category is meant for news articles relating to the Palestinian Territories (of Gaza, the West Bank and East Jerusalem). The current text, "Articles relating to Palestine" is problematic since it does not make it appears to imply that articles relating to Israel are also in this category, which is not the case. i suggest that "Palestinian Territories", "Occupied Palestinian Territories" or, even better, "Palestine (Gaza, West Bank & East Jerusalem)" be used. pls keep in mind that category pages are meant to help readers find news articles, not make a political statement. — Doldrums(talk) 11:41, 22 October 2006 (UTC)
 * I didn't realise that "Palestine" didn't link to the Palestinian territories. The change seems to be in order. PVJ(Talk)(Articles I have written) [[Image:Flag_of_India.svg|25px]] 11:44, 22 October 2006 (UTC)

Category needs to be renamed
Palestine is not a country, it's a region. a region that includes both Israel, the adminstered PNA and possibly Jordan perhaps also parts of Syria or Lebanon or Egypt. It's not a state and the flag is simply the PA flag. Article should be re-named accordingly. Amoruso 13:27, 24 October 2006 (UTC)
 * I agree. It's been almost a year since this comment was written as well.  Why has the name of this category not been changed.  Or at least made so that "Palestine" is not referred to as a country? Smaug 21:50, 27 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Seems to be consensus. I changed the text today.  Seems very few people watch it, so please add it to your watchlist. --InfantGorilla (talk) 11:13, 6 January 2009 (UTC)

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Talk:Clint Brown, TV3 presenter, resigns amid attack allegations

How can a "verbal" attack result in "concussion and a broken eye socket."??? -- 83.104.44.241 07:28, 19 October 2006 (UTC)


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Talk:EU fines Microsoft €280.5 million

Why should microsoft pay the fine. It would be very funny if it would shut out the EU all togeather and stop supplying it with their operating system.
 * Your right, it would be way funny. Linux would just take off at an unbelievable pace... Regards Sean Heron 08:50, 19 October 2006 (UTC)

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Indian fighter aircraft crashes in West Bengal, pilots eject safely

October 19, 2006 An Indian Air Force MiG crashed today in Jarohi village in the Cooch Behar district of West Bengal. Police officials in Jailpaiguri said that the pilots of the plane managed to eject safely and that one of them has been taken to Hasimara airbase hospital to be treated for injuries to his legs. Although the jet went up in flames after hitting the ground, no property damage has been reported.

The only civilian casualty was a local girl who, officials say, fell unconscious after hearing the sound of the crash. She has been taken to Alipurdaur hospital for treatment. An IAF spokesman denied these reports, saying there had been no casualties or property damage on the ground.

This is the sixth jet, and the fourth MiG, the IAF has lost this year. On September 28, a MiG-29 went down in Haryana following a double engine failure. Another crash occurred in Gujarat this June. The Russian-made MiG series is said to have a history of engine problems.

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Canada's York West (Ward 7) city council candidates speak

October 30, 2006

On November 13, Torontoians will be heading to the polls to vote for their ward's councillor and for mayor. Among Toronto's ridings is York West (Ward 7). One candidate responded to Wikinews' requests for an interview. This ward's candidates include Sandra Anthony, Fred Cutler, Giorgio Mammoliti (incumbent), and Larry Perlman.

For more information on the election, read Toronto municipal election, 2006.

Larry Perlman
42-year-old Larry Perlman is a self-employed equities trader.

Q: Describe the three most important issues in your campaign.

 * A:
 * 1. The perception and reality of crime in Ward 7 that has resulted in feelings of discomfort in our communities.  By initiating a Neighbourhood Watch in my community and eventually connecting all the Neighbourhood Watches within the Ward, I hope to show residents that by participating in their own communities they can make a difference.

 * 2. A lack of connection between residents to their communities, the communities to the Ward, and the residents and communities in the Ward to their local Councillor.  By establishing 10 community committees and having one representative from each community part of a Ward committee, I will help connect the residents of Ward 7 together.

 * 3. Voter apathy and cynicism to the political process that has resulted in low voter turnout and the lack of pride in their communities.  A goal of 50% voter turnout within 8 years is one of the visions in my campaign.

Q: What one election issue do you feel is most relevant to your ward in this election?
 * A: Connecting the residents and communities in Ward 7 together will be the most effective means of identifying the Ward's "quality of life" issues, which will then be used to find the best solutions that can be solved together.

Q: Why have you chosen to involve yourself in the political process?
 * A: In the last 3 years living in Ward 7, I have noticed a void in effective leadership from the incumbent Councillor. I took it upon myself to fill that void by getting involved in community organizations, finding solutions to Ward-area problems, and providing City Council committees with ideas that would benefit the City as a whole.  My accomplishments are reason enough to go to the next level -- Councillor.

Q: Why do you want to represent this particular ward on council?
 * A: My wife and I moved into Ward 7 a little more than 3 years ago (our first home). We have a close connection with our neighbours, and as Councillor I would like to make things better in my community.

Q: How are you currently involved in the community?
 * A: I have participated in a number of organizations and initiatives in my community, including the establishment of a Neighbourhood Watch and participation in the Humber Summit Community Resource Centre. I virtually eliminated illegal pocket bike use in the Ward, minimized garbage dumping in various areas in my community, established speed humps and a review of the City's traffic-calming policy, and voiced my opposition to excessive aircraft noise coming from Pearson Airport.  Please go to my website for more accomplishments and initiatives that I have undertaken and will undertake in the future.

Q: What does Toronto mean to you?
 * A: Toronto is my hometown. It is the City I was born in, raised in for many years and the City I have chosen as my home and place to work after finishing University.  I met and fell in love with my wife here, bought a home here and intend on raising my family here.

Q: Which council decision (since the 2003 election) do you feel the city/your ward should be most proud of, and which was least desirable?
 * A: The decision to react strongly to the "year of the gun" last summer by recruiting more Police and putting more money into youth programs was the best decision the City made for our Ward (and the City as a whole). There is still more work to do, as the perception and reality of crime is still around us, but the situation is much better than last year.  The least desirable decision by City Council was the pay raise given to themselves earlier this year.  It was not deserved and resulted in negative feelings towards our City representatives and cynicism among the residents of Toronto towards the political process.

Q: If you were elected as a "rookie" councillor, What would you bring to the table beyond the incumbent?
 * A: Passion, Persistence and Fresh Ideas! As a "rookie", I would not be settling in my position as Councillor, but would be actively bringing new ideas to the table, searching for the best solutions for the Ward, and representing the needs and wants of the residents of Ward 7 with energy and determination.  I have shown this with my accomplishments, my promises, my future initiatives and my vision, as stated clearly on my website.  No other candidate for Ward 7 Councillor (including the incumbent) can say the same thing.


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RAW TEXT, PERLMAN
What is your name? Larry Perlman

What is your age? 42

What is your current/most recent job/occupation? Equities Trader (Self-Employed)

What ward are you running in? Ward 7

(ALL, 300 WORDS MAX) - Describe the three most important issues in your campaign.

1. The perception and reality of crime in Ward 7 that has resulted in feelings of discomfort in our communities. By initiating a Neighbourhood Watch in my community and eventually connecting all the Neighbourhood Watches within the Ward, I hope to show residents that by participating in their own communities they can make a difference. 2. A lack of connection between residents to their communities, the communities to the Ward, and the residents and communities in the Ward to their local Councillor. By establishing 10 community committees and having one representative from each community part of a Ward committee, I will help connect the residents of Ward 7 together. 3. Voter apathy and cynicism to the political process that has resulted in low voter turnout and the lack of pride in their communities. A goal of 50% voter turnout within 8 years is one of the visions in my campaign.

(ALL, 100 WORDS MAX) - What one election issue do you feel is most relevant to your ward in this election? Connecting the residents and communities in Ward 7 together will be the most effective means of identifying the Ward's "quality of life" issues, which will then be used to find the best solutions that can be solved together. (ALL, 200 WORDS MAX) - Why have you chosen to involve yourself in the political process? In the last 3 years living in Ward 7, I have noticed a void in effective leadership from the incumbent Councillor. I took it upon myself to fill that void by getting involved in community organizations, finding solutions to Ward-area problems, and providing City Council committees with ideas that would benefit the City as a whole. My accomplishments are reason enough to go to the next level -- Councillor.

(ALL, 100 WORDS MAX) - Why do you want to represent this particular ward on council? My wife and I moved into Ward 7 a little more than 3 years ago (our first home). We have a close connection with our neighbours, and as Councillor I would like to make things better in my community.

(ALL, 300 WORDS MAX) - How are you currently involved in the community? I have participated in a number of organizations and initiatives in my community, including the establishment of a Neighbourhood Watch and participation in the Humber Summit Community Resource Centre. I virtually eliminated illegal pocket bike use in the Ward, minimized garbage dumping in various areas in my community, established speed humps and a review of the City's traffic-calming policy, and voiced my opposition to excessive aircraft noise coming from Pearson Airport. Please go to my website ( http://larry.perlman.googlepages.com) for more accomplishments and initiatives that I have undertaken and will undertake in the future.

(ALL, 100 WORDS MAX) - What does Toronto mean to you? Toronto is my hometown. It is the City I was born in, raised in for many years and the City I have chosen as my home and place to work after finishing University. I met and fell in love with my wife here, bought a home here and intend on raising my family here.

(ALL, 200 WORDS MAX) - Which council decision (since the 2003 election) do you feel the city/your ward should be most proud of, and which was least desirable? The decision to react strongly to the "year of the gun" last summer by recruiting more Police and putting more money into youth programs was the best decision the City made for our Ward (and the City as a whole). There is still more work to do, as the perception and reality of crime is still around us, but the situation is much better than last year. The least desirable decision by City Council was the pay raise given to themselves earlier this year. It was not deserved and resulted in negative feelings towards our City representatives and cynicism among the residents of Toronto towards the political process.

(NON-INCUMBENTS ONLY) - If you were elected as a "rookie" councillor, What would you bring to the table beyond the incumbent? Passion, Persistence and Fresh Ideas! As a "rookie", I would not be settling in my position as Councillor, but would be actively bringing new ideas to the table, searching for the best solutions for the Ward, and representing the needs and wants of the residents of Ward 7 with energy and determination. I have shown this with my accomplishments, my promises, my future initiatives and my vision, as stated clearly on my website ( http://larry.perlman.googlepages.com). No other candidate for Ward 7 Councillor (including the incumbent) can say the same thing.


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Canada's Scarborough East (Ward 44) city council candidates speak

November 4, 2006

On November 13, Torontonians will be heading to the polls to vote for their ward's councillor and for mayor. Among Toronto's ridings is Scarborough East (Ward 44). One candidates responded to Wikinews' requests for an interview. This ward's candidates include Donald Blair, Diana Hall, Mohammed Mirza, Ron Moeser, Kevin Richardson, Richard Rieger, Richard Ross, and Kevin Wellington.

For more information on the election, read Toronto municipal election, 2006.

Diana Hall
53-year-old Diana Hall is the Executive Assistant to a City Councillor.

Q: Describe the three most important issues in your campaign.
 * A: I want to deliver a made-in-Toronto waste solution – every year Toronto residents produce 500,000 tonnes of waste. I would like to look at implementing high-rise recycling; investigate new technologies to convert waste into clean energy, expand our recycling program to include materials such as Styrofoam and polystyrene plastic and improve recycling to e-waste to eliminate the 140,000 tonnes of old computers, cellphones and home electronics that end up in our landfills.

 * I believe we should expand and integrate our public transit system as Ward 44 is poorly serviced by both the TTC and GO transit systems. I support finding lasting solutions which include developing seamless transit that would make it easier to transfer from TTC to GO, expanding the Sheppard Subway to Scarborough and plan to push the Province to improve GO service with more trains, more often and longer hours.

 * I believe that the City must live within its means and we should be spending money on the core services that keep the City functioning. I believe our priorities should be to Improve the Aging Infrastructure.  We need to make sure our water systems, electrical systems, roads and transit systems are safe and well maintained.  I will work to hold tax increases to no more than inflation and want contracts to be openly tendered so we will achieve the best value for our money.

Q: What one election issue do you feel is most relevant to your ward in this election?
 * A: Promoting quality communities. Ward 44 is a great place to live and we have lots of parkland, lots of green space, a new waterfront trail and community centers.  To keep it that way I will:
 * Promote open communication so that no planning application will go ahead without the community's involvement.
 * Support the Highland Creek Community Center. The first step towards achieving this has already been taken.  It was included in the April 2006 Capital Budget.
 * Make Property Standards Enforcement a Priority. We all enjoy our well-maintained neighbourhoods.  To achieve this I will support  hiring more enforcement officers for our community

Q: Why have you chosen to involve yourself in the political process?
 * A: I want to move forward with fresh new ideas to make our city and our community a better, more vibrant and safer place in which to live and raise our families. Being on City Council means making difficult choices.  I believe I have the experience, the understanding of our community, and the track record of working with everyone to be able to make the best choice.  I believe we should move forward, not backwards.

Q: Why do you want to represent this particular ward on council?
 * A: I have lived in the community for 23 years and have worked at City Hall for the past 3 years so I know this community, the people and the issues. I know this job. I've listened and heard residents' concerns. I am now ready to act on their behalf because I know the priorities will be to address infill development, property standards and traffic. I will support finding solutions to garbage, transit and crime.  We need to invest in our City's future.

Q: How are you currently involved in the community?
 * A: Currently I am an unpaid leave of absence from the City of Toronto. Prior to that I was a Resource to 2 Local Erosion Control Projects and to the East Scarborough Storefront Steering Committee.

 * My other previous community commitments include:
 * Centennial Community and Recreation Association (CCRA) Executive
 * Heart and Stroke, Fundraising Chair
 * West Hill Softball League, Volunteer
 * Parent Council and Teacher's Assistant
 * Scouts Canada, Vice Chair and Key Leader
 * West Hill Community Advisory Panel

Q: Which council decision (since the 2003 election) do you feel the city/your ward should be most proud of, and which was least desirable?
 * A: The completion of phase one of the new waterfront trail at the foot of Port Union Road is the best accomplishment in Ward 44 over the past three years. The completion of this trail was a cooperative effort of the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation, the Federal and Provincial Governments and the City of Toronto and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. It is truly a waterfront park we can all be proud of.

 * I believe the decision not to build a subway in Scarborough and to run a dedicated light rail line on the Scarborough RT is a disservice to Ward 44 – we need better transit in the eastern part of Scarborough.

Q: If you were elected as a "rookie" councillor, What would you bring to the table beyond the incumbent?
 * A: I'm currently the assistant to the outgoing City Councillor and sometimes there is the assumption that I would be a carbon copy. I'm not.  I have my own views on the issues and my own way of getting the job done.  Too often politicians get into office and we never hear from them except at election time.  I always have been accessible and will continue to do so.

Q: What does Toronto mean to you?
 * A: For me, Toronto means unique communities working together to make a great City. I love living in east Scarborough with the Rouge Park and the waterfront trail on my doorstep.  While I think my own community is a pretty remarkable place, I can't imagine Toronto with the Taste of the Danforth, the jazz festivals, the energy of downtown, all its restaurants, or the tranquility of High Park.  Each community has something to offer and together they combine to make our City a vibrant place to live.

Kevin Richardson
46-year-old Kevin Richardson lists his jobs as a "Director of Operations, Corporate Division".

Q: Describe the three most important issues in your campaign.
 * A: Transportation is a crucial issue for the people of Ward 44 as our ward is the most eastern section of Toronto and many people, including seniors and students, find that there is simply insufficient bus and transit service to cover the growing population of the ward. The Scarborough Subway needs to be expanded but unfortunately, due to political agendas North York continues to receive all the subway infrastructure dollars while Scarborough continues to be denied a proper transportation network.

 * Subsidized Housing v. Green Space and the loss of valuable green space is of particular interest to Ward 44 residents who feel betrayed by downtown politicians and their own retiring councillor who approved a fairly large subsidized housing project (Manse Valley) that is slated to be built in the ward. The City of Toronto has a horrendous record when it gets involved in subsidized housing often turning beautiful neighbourhoods into cesspools of criminality in the process.

 * Community Services are important to a great many people in Ward 44 to address the needs of youth, seniors and special needs residents. Youth services are crucial in order to engage teenagers and to teach them the value and duty of community living. Senior citizens for example, have given so much to the community and are still contributing members and we must do everything in our power to make their 'golden years' truly golden. Additionally, people with special needs are extremely vulnerable and need our community support in order to give them the opportunity to be the best that they can be. To this end an ultra modern Community Centre in the Highland Creek section of Ward 44 would be extremely beneficial in addressing the community needs of everyone living in Ward 44.

Q: What one election issue do you feel is most relevant to your ward in this election?
 * A: Commitment to our community is the biggest issue. The people of Ward 44 feel abandoned since the last two councillors that they elected refused to represent them to the fullest extent of their abilities. The incumbent, Gay Cowbourne, has now resigned after allowing her assistants to run the ward (to which they failed miserably). The previous councillor, Ron Moeser missed almost half of all crucial votes at City Hall during his lethargic tenure. Voters want someone who will represent them at City Hall and not someone who cannot even be bothered to show up except to collect their paycheques.

Q: Why have you chosen to involve yourself in the political process?
 * A: Essentially I grew weary of the miserable representation that Ward 44 was receiving from our elected councillors, current and previous. I knew that I was capable of working much harder than former councillor, Ron Moeser, who is trying to make a comeback of sorts and the current incumbent, Gay Cowbourne, who is retiring. As a result of my educational background and my extensive corporate experience and marketing panache, I am confident that I can make a difference in the political process for the people of Ward 44.

 * I want to see Ward 44 as the jewel of Toronto since Ward 44 is blessed with sensational parks, gorgeous ravines and outstanding views of Lake Ontario. I want to one day be able to walk down Kingston Rd and see beautiful office buildings and modern five star hotels and not used car lots and crummy run down motels that are used by the government for short term housing and by transients for their criminal activity. I want to prevent the agenda of certain downtown politicians who seek to expand subsidized housing and criminal halfway houses in Ward 44. I want to see the youth of Ward 44 become our future leaders and for seniors and special needs persons to be treated with respect and dignity.

Q: Why do you want to represent this particular ward on council?
 * A: Ward 44 is where I live. My mother used to regale us with stories about her childhood in West Hill (circa 1949) and the fruit farm that they used to live on beside the Crooked Creek Boy Scout Camp and the rural lifestyle that existed in those days. My grandfather's cousin was married to Joseph Reesor who in turn was responsible for introducing grandpa to the West Hill area. When I purchased my own home in 1998 due to the incredible natural beauty of the area, it was richly ironic that I had chosen my mom's old West Hill community.

Q: How are you currently involved in the community?
 * A: I am currently involved in the community by putting my modest writing talents to work writing articles, under the pen name: "Canada Kev" for New Canadians for a newspaper called: Likha, which targets people originally from the Philippines. Hopefully these articles, written from a Canadian perspective, will help New Canadians learn about our cultural lifestyles, traditions and our inclusive Canadian culture.

 * Additionally, for a number of years I have been upbraiding the mainstream Toronto media over their unfair and oftentimes biased characterization of Scarborough in relation to their crime reporting methods. For reasons unknown to most residents of Scarborough, the Toronto media seems to take a perverse delight in attacking Scarborough at every opportunity but when crime rears its' ugly head in North York or Etobicoke (these are all former boroughs of Toronto before amalgamation) the Toronto media continues to obscure the fact that crime is occurring at horrific rates there. What the media does to obscure the reality of criminality in North York and Etobicoke is to use code words, such as "Jane and Finch" or "Rexdale", rather than to use North York or Etobicoke when violent crime occurs there. Additionally, in many instances Scarborough is blamed for North York crime and I have forced the media on many occasions to retract inaccurate stories that wrongly identified Scarborough as crime scenes when in fact the crime occurred in North York and not Scarborough.

 * I feel quite strongly about this issue because this type of media coverage unfairly stigmatizes the residents of Scarborough and Ward 44 and adversely affects property values and the quality of life of her residents, and makes it easier for downtown politicians to deny services for Scarborough residents.

 * Please see my website at www.Ward44.ca for a more complete essay on this subject.

Q: What does Toronto mean to you?
 * A: When I think about Toronto I think about home. I think about my ancestors who came to this great city via Ireland and the British Army in the 1850s and who had the intelligence to settle here. Toronto is where I was born and it is where I will live, fate willing, for the rest of my life. Toronto literally means "Meeting Place" deriving its meaning from the First Nations People who traded here. Toronto is still the "Meeting Place" for people from all walks of life and ethnic and religious backgrounds and is rich in history and natural beauty.

Q:' Which council decision (since the 2003 election) do you feel the city/your ward should be most proud of, and which was least desirable?
 * A: There were no decisions that the City of Toronto implemented since the 2003 election that I am proud of. Our Ward 44 incumbent, Gay Cowbourne, won the 2003 election as a protest vote against the former councillor, Ron Moeser, who was known more for his chronic absenteeism and dismal voting record than in representing the people of Ward 44. Unfortunately, Ms. Cowbourne was not cut out for public life and delegated most of her duties to her paid assistants (who failed miserably in the process) and voted at City Hall according to the interests of the NDP bloc at City Hall and not for the residents of Ward 44. Ms. Cowbourne, not surprisingly, is retiring from politics and will not be seeking re-election.

 * I am disappointed with Council for concentrating almost exclusively on the Toronto Island Airport issue while the City of Toronto is on the brink of financial ruin with no long term plan to invest in the infrastructure of the city. The City of Toronto does not have the authority to stop the Toronto Airport Authority (which falls under the authority of the federal government) from expanding their operations thus wasting precious time and resources in the process.

Q: If you were elected as a "rookie" councillor, What would you bring to the table beyond the incumbent?
 * A: First and foremost I would bring a dedication to the council position that Ward 44 has never had. I will be a strong voice for the people of Ward 44 at City Hall and will not be influenced by special interest groups or the agendas of political parties who rarely represent the local interests and concerns of a particular ward.  Unlike Ron Moeser, who had his chance and failed miserably (Moeser was evicted from office by Ward 44 voters in 2003 due to his chronic absenteeism and his miserable voting record), I will be an extremely hard working councillor who will promote transparency and accountability at City Hall.  I will bring both corporate and academic expertise to the table which I have obtained from my years at the University of Toronto and my extensive business background.  I will bring a level of energy to City Hall that will be an inspiration for others to follow.


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Talk:Canada's Etobicoke—Lakeshore (Ward 5) city council candidates speak

Name: Joseph Mignone

Age: 37

Recent job: Quality Assurance

Running in ward: 5

The three most important issues in my campaign are the issue of the six point interchange proposal. The city will spend $35 million dollars on an intersection that already works well. Secondly, not only environmental concerns in general but how pollution and smog might be increased because of the increased traffic lights. Accessibility and accountability at city hall must be addressed. I believe residents should have a voice in matters that concern their neighbourhoods. Too often we see that the community might object to a certain matter, but the matter in question still gets council approval.

The one election issue that is most relevant is the one mentioned above. Residents believe that $35 million could be better spent elsewhere, rather than on intersection that may or not need reconfiguration depending on redevelopment that will occur in the area.

I have chosen to get involved in the political process because I believe I can make a difference at city hall. Secondly, I believe that representing the people of the ward would be an honour and consequently, their views would be expressed by my voting record.

This is the ward that I have called home my entire life. How could I represent any other ward?

Community is important. I frequent local business to promote their well being. Furthermore, I can be seen at local baseball and hockey games cheering on the kids. I think that local organizations that promote health and fitness for kids is vital for the community.

Toronto is the greatest city in the country. It is the city that has it all. There is a reason why half the immigrants that come to Canada settle in Toronto. The diversity that Toronto offers can not be equivocated in any other city in the world.

The current work done by city staff and council regarding environmental concerns is commendable. The environmental plan does need some work however, recycling programs are improving and the pesticide ban are a good start.

If I am elected councillor, I will push the public’s issues and concerns to the forefront of my work. My work ethic will produce results that will benefit not only our families today but our children tomorrow.


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Canada's Etobicoke—Lakeshore (Ward 5) city council candidates speak

October 30, 2006

On November 13, Torontonians will be heading to the polls to vote for their ward's councillor and for mayor. Among Toronto's ridings is Etobicoke—Lakeshore (Ward 5). Two candidates responded to Wikinews' requests for an interview. This ward's candidates include John Chiappetta, Joseph Mignone, Peter Milczyn (incumbent), Arthur Roszak, and Bojidar Tchernev.

Interviewed are newcomer Joseph Mignone, and incumbent Peter Milczyn. Click on either of their names to read their responses.

For more information on the election, read Toronto municipal election, 2006.

Joseph Mignone
37-year-old Joseph Mignone is employed in quality assurance.

Q: Describe the three most important issues in your campaign.
 * A: The three most important issues in my campaign are the issue of the six point interchange proposal. The city will spend $35 million dollars on an intersection that already works well.  Secondly, not only environmental concerns in general but how pollution and smog might be increased because of the increased traffic lights.  Accessibility and accountability at city hall must be addressed.  I believe residents should have a voice in matters that concern their neighbourhoods.  Too often we see that the community might object to a certain matter, but the matter in question still gets council approval.

Q: What one election issue do you feel is most relevant to your ward in this election?
 * A: The one election issue that is most relevant is the one mentioned above. Residents believe that $35 million could be better spent elsewhere, rather than on intersection that may or not need reconfiguration depending on redevelopment that will occur in the area.

Q: Why have you chosen to involve yourself in the political process?
 * A: I have chosen to get involved in the political process because I believe I can make a difference at city hall. Secondly, I believe that representing the people of the ward would be an honour and consequently, their views would be expressed by my voting record.

Q: Why do you want to represent this particular ward on council?
 * A: This is the ward that I have called home my entire life. How could I represent any other ward?

Q: How are you currently involved in the community?
 * A: Community is important. I frequent local business to promote their well being.  Furthermore, I can be seen at local baseball and hockey games cheering on the kids.  I think that local organizations that promote health and fitness for kids is vital for the community.

Q: What does Toronto mean to you?
 * A: Toronto is the greatest city in the country. It is the city that has it all.  There is a reason why half the immigrants that come to Canada settle in Toronto. The diversity that Toronto offers can not be equivocated in any other city in the world.

Q: Which council decision (since the 2003 election) do you feel the city/your ward should be most proud of, and which was least desirable?
 * A: The current work done by city staff and council regarding environmental concerns is commendable. The environmental plan does need some work however, recycling programs are improving and the pesticide ban are a good start.

Q: If you were elected as a "rookie" councillor, What would you bring to the table beyond the incumbent?
 * A: If I am elected councillor, I will push the public's issues and concerns to the forefront of my work. My work ethic will produce results that will benefit not only our families today but our children tomorrow.

Peter Milczyn (incumbent)
41-year-old Peter Milczyn is the incumbent for Ward 5, Etobicoke-Lakeshore.

Q: Describe the three most important issues in your campaign.
 * A: The three most important issues in the campaign are:

 * Preserving & Enhancing the Quality of Life: This relates to the fundamentals of we should expect from our local government. Clean and safe streets, a healthy environment, adequate public and green spaces, and controls on development.
 * As the Councillor for the area I have worked with the community on better road design that would help improve road safety and protect the environment. I have worked on improving pedestrian safety through increased sidewalks, improvements to pedestrian crossings, and additional traffic lights.  I have helped the community get traffic calming measures installed to curb speeding vehicles near schools and on residential streets.
 * I have supported the tree protection by-law and the ban on the cosmetic use of pesticides.
 * I have worked to plant trees along streets and on vacant parcels of City land. I will continue to do so.
 * I have fought to maintain mechanical leaf collection in Etobicoke, and for increased street sweeping and litter pick up.
 * I have supported funds for an additional 250 police officers, and will continue to support ensuring that there are adequate and improved police services in the City.
 * I have worked to expand and create new local parks. Dalesford/Winslow Park, Chimes Lane Parkette, Shires Lane Parkette, a new park on Islington Avenue, Michael Power Park.  I have helped to upgrade park facilites such as in Wedgewood Park, Dalesford/Winslow Park, and Kenway Park.  I will be working to create a new park and community recreation centre on the Westwood Theatre Lands.  To create a new park on the Queensway near Zorra Street.  To upgrade playground facilities in Queensland Park, and refurbish the facilities in Queensway Park.
 * I initiated a new Roof Top Patio Control By-law for Etobicoke to protect residential communities from excessive noise and disruption. I have spearheaded a crackdown on illegal businesses on The Queensway and strengthening City-wide by-laws to help control them.

 * Making the City Government Work Better: As Chair of the City's e-City Committee I have spearheaded the use of technology to make government more accessible and efficient, and to boost the productivity of City staff.  The City is increasing the number of online services and transaction available to the public to increase convenience and reduce costs.  In late 2007 the City will launch its 3-1-1 Telephone system which allow residents to call City Hall 24 hours a day/7 days a week and always be greeted by a live Citizen Service Representative who will be able to take a complaint, generate a work order, or answer a question.  Again the goal is to increase convenience to residents, reduce costs, increase efficiency, and boost productivity.

 * I have opposed the Councillor pay raise and if re-elected will move to reopen the matter and have the raise rescinded. I have consistently voted to reduce Councillor's office budgets.

 * As a member of the Budget Committee I fought to reduce costs, control spending, cut staff, and contract out services to the private sector wherever possible. I supported the successful extension of the contract to pick up garbage in Etobicoke by a private contractor.

 * We need a comprehensive plan to deal with our waste decades in to the future. We must expand and improve recycling and composting programmes, particularly to multi-residential buildings.  We must also develop a long-term solution to dealing with our waste.  I believe energy from waste must be a significant component of that solution.

 * Providing a Vision and Planning for the Future: Whether looking at the Waterfront, the Gardiner Expressway, Nathan Phillips Square, or in Ward 5 the City-owned lands in the Etobicoke City Centre planning for the future is central to what local government must do.

 * Ensuring that the Portlands are developed as a cohesive community with great public spaces, parks, and access to the water is aone priority.

 * Implementing Design Review Panels to better control the quality of the architecture in our city is one of the exciting new initiatives that will begin in 2007.

 * In Ward 5 the comprehensive review of all city lands, public transit, infrastructure, new parkland and community services in the Etobicoke City Centre area is the greatest challenge and opportunity the community faces. The future of the Six Points interchange, Westwood Theatre lands, Islington Subway station, and Etobicoke Civiv Centre has the potential weave neighbourhoods together into an even stronger community with better public spaces and much need facilities.  The fision for this community includes office employment, better retail, enhances streetscapes, and a major community recreation facility.

 * Similarly work on The Queensway will improve the street, create new and enhanced parks and public facilities and bring new mid-scale residential developments.

 * New zoning by-laws for Dundas Street between Royal York Road and the Humber River will ensure new development will be in greater harmony with the existing stable residential neighbourhood.

Q: What one election issue do you feel is most relevant to your ward in this election?
 * A: Protecting our quality of life is the most fundamental issue a City Councillor has to address. Therefore all of those elements which I have explained in the previous question  are the most relevant issues which affect the daily lives of my neighbours in Ward 5.

Q: Why have you chosen to involve yourself in the political process?
 * A: I became involved in election campaigns as a teenager, at age fourteen in fact. I have always found politics to be an intriguing and engrossing endeavour.  I firmly believe that every citizen has an obligation to engage in the political process to some degree.

 * After graduating from the University of Toronto with a degree in Architecture and working in architecture, design, and development I realized the fundamental link between the shape and form of our cities and the political process at the municipal level.

 * I first ran for City Council at age 25, and was first elected at age 28. I believed then, and still do today that I can make a positive impact on the quality of our built environment.  Beyond that I have also found public service to be a very fulfilling and meaningful vocation.  Helping one's neighbours and fellow residents with their daily problems, and plan for the future is an extraordinary opportunity to contribute to society.

Q: Why do you want to represent this particular ward on council?
 * A: This is my home. I live in Ward 5, and I have lived in or within a few hundred metres of the ward's current boundaries my entire life.  I grew up and was educated in area schools such as Islington Junior Middle School and Etobicoke Collegiate.  I want to protect the neighbourhoods in Ward 5 and I want to shape the future of the parts of the Ward that are in transition because I plan to continue to live here.

Q: How are you currently involved in the community?
 * A: As the current City Councillor I am intimately involved with all parts of the community, and the entire range of issues that our area faces.

Q: What does Toronto mean to you?
 * A: Toronto is my home. This is a City with wonderful greenery and space.  The waterfront (in Etobicoke) provides us with an escape from the congestion of the City with views that stretch to the horizon.  I can find rest and relaxation here and also great excitement and activity.

 * Our city is a city of great opportunities, it is open and free. Within our borders we can experience all that the world can offer through cuisine, language, and interaction with people from all over the globe.

 * Toronto is still a city of great untapped potential. Our people continue to demonstrate ingenuity and creativity and our city is yet to find its final form.

Q: Which council decision (since the 2003 election) do you feel the city/your ward should be most proud of, and which was least desirable?
 * A: The decision I am most proud of, and I spearheaded, is the approval of development of the 3-1-1 Telephone service. This is designed  for residents' convenience and to improve the quality of service everyone will receive from the City.  It will also drive efficiency and productivity gains in the municipal workforce.  Everyone will be able to access City Hall services 24/7 and be connected to a live person.  This is a huge step forward in modernizing government.

 * The worst decision has been the lack of decision on a truly long-term plan to deal with all of our waste.


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Canada's York West (Ward 8) city council candidates speak

October 30, 2006

On November 13, Torontonians will be heading to the polls to vote for their ward's councillor and for mayor. Among Toronto's ridings is York West (Ward 8). One candidate responded to Wikinews' requests for an interview. This ward's candidates include Hau Dang Tan, Garry Green, Peter Li Preti (incumbent), Abdulhaq Omar, Anthony Perruzza, and Ramnarine Tiwari.

For more information on the election, read Toronto municipal election, 2006.

Garry Green
34-years-old, Garry Green is a Contracted Services Specialist (employment programs), Toronto District School Board. Q: Describe the three most important issues in your campaign.
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 * 1. Housing: I wish to re-design Edgley Village to make it safer. Former Mayor of Toronto and former head of MTHA (now TCHC) John Sewell proposed the redevelopment 30 years ago and it has died off due to a lack of advocacy. I will get this back on the map and get it done.
 * I also want to ensure that all people in the ward live in housing that safe, well maintained and that they know they have a champion if they need help. I will be there to listen and act on their behalf. Adequate housing is critical if we wish to raise healthy children and if we want to put people in a position to become employable.

 * 2. Employment
 * I have worked in the employment field for several years and wish to use this experience to help people in our community. I have helped youth, newcomers and even seniors gain employment and it would be my pleasure to help the residents of ward 8. I will encourage employers to hire locally, I will try my best to build a mega-hospital in our ward and I will have an internship program open for youth and newcomers out of my office.

 * 3. Childcare
 * The local councillor voted against childcare subsidies in 2003. I have one young child and one on the way in November so I know the importance of getting children off to a healthy start. I will fight for families; not vote against them.

 * 4. Crime
 * I feel that if we improve the housing, employment and childcare needs of residents, crime will be significantly decreased in coming years. The community will also benefit from far more positive press but we first need to heal on the inside before the external forces (press) are supportive.

Q: What one election issue do you feel is most relevant to your ward in this election? Housing. How can we ask people to go out and get a job when their home environment is unsuitable?
 * A: I am also concerned with the growth of development in my ward. We need a councillor free from the strings that come with accepting dollars from developers. I have vowed not to accept dollars from developers or labour because I want to act in the best interests of my community at all times. I live in ward 8, will raise my family in ward 8 and will always look at the impact of all decisions on our community.

Q: Why have you chosen to involve yourself in the political process?
 * A: I was very discouraged by the fact that our councillor voted against childcare subsidies and with the rise in influence of local developers. I want the community to have more of a say and as a local resident, I feel that I am in the best position to do something.
 * I also grew up in a family that did not have any influence politically. I can remember not getting chosen for hockey teams after winning the Most Valuable Player in house league one year and not making the all-star team the next year because people with more connections made it. This was very troubling to me and I always wanted to be someone who could make a difference for people and to treat all people equally.
 * My dad is a truck driver and my mom worked with developmentally challenged clients and so seeing their strong work ethic was an inspiration to me. I was the first person in my family to gain a post secondary degree (Masters in Public Admin in local government) and vow to use everything I have learned and experienced for the benefit of my chosen community.

Q: Why do you want to represent this particular ward on council?
 * A: I worked with Toronto Youth Job Corps serving Jane and Finch, starting back in 1999 (until 2003) and I just loved the sense of community that existed here. Despite all of the negative press, I couldn't see what all the fuss was about. The clients were great, the agencies were fantastic and I just wanted to be a part of the community. As a result, I bought my house in the area and look forward to raising my family here.

Q: How are you currently involved in the community?
 * A: I was a member of the Board of Blacksmith Childcare Centre for 2 years, I am still the President of my former condominium board, a former Big Brother and I have started a youth serving agency entitled Big City Youth Services. While it is just starting out, we have already formed some excellent relationships with other local agencies and look forward to expanding the organization in the coming years.
 * I am also a resident in ward 8 and will be for my entire time in office.

Q: What does Toronto mean to you?
 * A: Toronto, ideally, is a place where anyone from any part of the world can come and feel at home. This is the dream that I have for Toronto. However, there are still many issues that need to be addressed such as systemic biases in hiring, lack of representation by minorities and women and the need to improve housing conditions for our residents throughout the City of Toronto.
 * Toronto so far is just a dream. We all know that the waterfront needs to be dealt with better. We all know that developers are having too much say in how our building is done. We all know that parties are playing too big of a role at city hall. We all know that local issues are getting lost in the size of the megacity. We all know that newcomers with excellent experience and knowledge come to our country only to be sent to inferior social housing and to work at jobs well beneath their skill levels. The question is what are we going to do about it?
 * A group of six council candidates including John Sewell, Adam Vaughan and myself have proposed getting more minorities and women on agencies, boards and commissions, providing more local authority for community councils and have them meet with greater frequency and our presence together is an example of how people of different political stripes can come together for common goals. I have also proposed the re-design of Edgely Village and many other measures to get housing improved in my community.
 * Toronto is a dream not yet fulfilled and awaiting new ideas and visions that can make it what we all know it can be.

Q: Which council decision (since the 2003 election) do you feel the city/your ward should be most proud of, and which was least desirable?
 * A: The bylaw that was actually implemented since 2003 that I agree with is that "all bars, billiard halls, bingo halls, casinos and the racetrack must be smoke-free, or provide an approved designated smoking room".
 * With what we know about the hazards of smoking today, I feel it is imperative that we protect the workers who work in these environments.
 * In March 2003, the local city councillor for ward 8 voted against restoring childcare subsidies. This is shameful in any area but in Jane and Finch and surrounding areas, this is a huge need.

Q: If you were elected as a "rookie" councillor, What would you bring to the table beyond the incumbent?
 * A: I would bring a passion that has never been seen in this ward before. I would bring equal representation for all constituents. I would bring a fresh approach and an attention to the residents of my area. I would also bring a vision for the area that starts with looking after people's housing, employment and childcare needs as a means to gaining a safer and more prosperous community in the coming years.
 * I am also a collaborator and I will work closely with all councillors, regardless of their political stripes in order to bring positive results to our community.


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