Marty Kingston
Candidate Q&A
Q1
What's your top priority, and what's your plan to achieve it?
As a current sitting Councillor, my top priority, working and collaborating closely with Council, is public safety and social issues that affect so many Monctonians. Council has, in conjunction with Codiac RCMP and the City of Moncton, introduced recent policing enhancements that will lead to better security and assistance to individuals struggling on our streets. i.e. Car 67 project, additional 24/7 Downtown officers on patrol, a new Drug Court (Provincial) and additional cleanup efforts throug…
Q2
What is your plan to address homelessness in Moncton?
Easily, the most challenging and complex issue facing any City Council and to be clear — this requires many stakeholders — provincial and federal at the table. It's painfully obvious that without addictions and mental health support, many unhoused individuals on our streets continue to suffer. City Council has always stepped up with financial assistance where needed and some housing assistance through Provincial and Federal programs. The work will continue into the next administration.
Q3
Moncton's policing budget has grown significantly in recent years, yet concern about public safety remains high — how would you approach public safety spending as an elected official?
These staffing decisions are very much budget-driven by Moncton, Dieppe and Riverview, who co-share funding for the Codiac RCMP. I'm very optimistic and will support Codiac RCMP adding additional members to meet their needs. The 'onboarding' process continues presently with new rcmp members being allocated to Moncton.
Q4
How do you see Moncton growing over the next decade — where should we build, and how should people get around?
No answer provided.
Q5
Which major developments do you plan to support in the next four years?
There are many capital projects currently on the table. A Moncton Convention Centre ranks high on the list for our Downtown. The St. George Street master plan is important, Vision Lands, and our infrastructure needs around the City require constant upgrading and improvements. Recreation facilities are always top of mind to mirror Moncton's increasing population — looking for healthy alternatives and activities.
Q6
How will you make life more affordable for Monctonians feeling financially squeezed?
No answer provided.
Q7
Where do you think the city can generate new revenues or find cost savings?
No answer provided.
Q8
What's a decision Moncton council has made in the last four years that you disagreed with, and what would you have done differently?
No answer provided.
Q9
Outside of the issues above, what's one thing you'll be focused on that voters might not expect?
No answer provided.
Q10
Tell us something about yourself that voters wouldn't find on your campaign website.
My accessibility and transparency remain as my core values as a current City Councillor. The willingness to engage citizens in meaningful conversations on the various topics that affect us all. The work of Council requires teamwork, collaboration, healthy dialogue and sharing of opinions. I encourage all citizens to contact me directly with their concerns and comments.
Q11
Final word?
No answer provided.
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