Brandon's Key Priorities

The City needs to continue investing in the repair and maintenance of local roads, especially in the district. While the annual roads capital budget has increased to $75 million in 2026, maintaining that level of funding is essential to reduce the backlog of roads in poor condition and ensure our streets remain safe and reliable for everyone.

Improving road safety remains a priority throughout the district. Traffic calming measures have already been implemented on key roads such as Guthrie Street, Victoria Street, and Alfred Street. The next step is to expand Community Safety Zones, add traffic calming measures where needed, and explore the installation of speed humps near parks to help keep pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers safe.

The City of Kingston must continue to live within its means by making responsible financial decisions that protect taxpayers while maintaining the services residents rely on. Keeping property tax increases among the lowest of comparable cities in Ontario should remain a priority.

Brandon fought to expand access to Kingston Transit in the district, both by providing a route to the Rideau Heights Community Centre, and a route along Concession. If re-elected, Brandon will protect the current routes, prevent any reduction of service, and enhance transit access.

Parks and green spaces are essential to the health and quality of life of our community. Brandon will continue to prioritize investments in park improvements, including upgraded playgrounds, better pathways, enhanced amenities, and improved lighting to make our parks safer and more accessible.

Continue supporting the Special Constables program at the City of Kingston. Ensure that Bylaw Enforcement is appropriately resourced and Bylaw Officers are trained in de-escalation and connecting vulnerable residents to community supports.

We need to address the housing crisis by promoting housing across the housing continuum and encouraging affordable housing. Invest in pilot programs and modular homes. Promote smart densification. Work with transitional housing operators to provide support for vulnerable people.

Provide stable housing for the unhoused population and lobbying the province to provide adequate services for mental health and addiction. Brandon will continue to lobby upper levels of government to address mental health and addictions and ensure resources get to those who need it most.

Kingston should go above and beyond the provincial accessibility standards. Brandon will direct staff to review municipal facilities to ensure best practices are in place above and beyond the provincial standards and get them into long-term capital budget.

Work with partners to provide food pantries, pop up markets and make access to food easier for those in need. The City will continue investing in Kingston’s food framework and expand collaboration with partner agencies.