Experience at the table. That is what Councillor Dave Kerwin promised us in 2010. A year into his mandate and we are left asking what his 30+ years as a Newmarket Councillor has delivered.
When Councillor Emanuel was convicted, was it "experienced" Dave Kerwin stepping up to ask Emanuel to resign for the good of the community? As a former teacher and vice-principal, Kerwin should have known better than most the importance of being a good role model. Yet instead of condemning Emanuel, Kerwin praised him. Teacher, you get a F on this life lesson.
As someone who was once a community volunteer coach and a booster of minor sports, did Councillor Kerwin's experience lead him to speak up against rising recreation fees in Newmarket to help families who are struggling to afford keeping their kids active? Sadly, no. Sorry coach, but you missed the play.
Did Councillor Kerwin's experience direct him to make any contribution towards settling the YRT/Viva strike despite knowing the toll this strike was having on seniors who depend on public transit for mobility? Does he think these seniors should take a walk on the Dave Kerwin trail perhaps to get to their doctors appointments, to church, or to go shopping? Didn't he promise to support seniors, Smart Commute, and the environment in his 2010 campaign pledge? It seems some promises are simply forgotten. "Experience" has shown this politician that promises are made to be broken.
What about his promise to keep taxes reasonable as a key plank to making Newmarket more livable. This is where Newmarket ratepayers have "experience" as in experience with higher taxes. In fact, nobody has voted to raise Newmarket property taxes more often than Councillor Dave Kerwin. Keeping his streak going, he voted to raise taxes again in 2011 and 2012 too.
Mr. Kerwin, perhaps you have forgotten a while ago, what a privilege it is to serve the residents of Ward 2. You made us a promise to use your 30+ years at Town Hall to improve our community. You have overlooked the embarrassment that Chris Emanuel caused us because you were more loyal to your friend than your constituents. You ignored the plight of seniors who are struggling through the YRT|/Viva strike. You have turned your back on children by raising fees. In short, you have let us down.
I couldn't have said it better myself. What has he done over the 30+ years? Have a trail named after him? Picked up garbage like the rest of us residents. Time for a real change come next election.
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