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Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Scrutinize whether requested spending is necessary and seek grants to limit pressure on current taxpayers.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Jerry Acchione · 2026-10-01

Proposed action

Work with staff and provincial and federal partners on costs associated with growth.

Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Wants to rebuild the budget around long-term needs and total household affordability.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Aaron Gorlick · 2026-10-01

Proposed action

Assess costs and non-tax revenue, including leaseholds.

Public statement

Wants the budget rebuilt around possible revenue streams and savings.

• Candidate response published by WoodstockCandidates.ca

Proposed action

Review spending against current needs and growth.

Public statement

Wants road and infrastructure planning to move ahead of population pressure.

• Candidate response published by WoodstockCandidates.ca

Proposed action

Coordinate long-term roads, housing, transit and facility planning.

Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Slow and manage growth while facilities and infrastructure catch up.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Jerry Acchione · 2026-10-01

Proposed action

Prioritize infill and better use of land within existing boundaries before seeking expansion.

Candidate account

Favours attracting employers and infrastructure investment.

• Candidate campaign website

Proposed action

Use trade missions and regional partnerships.

Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Argues infrastructure delivery must accelerate to meet future population needs.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Aaron Gorlick · 2026-10-01

Proposed action

Plan roads, transit and facilities over decades.

Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Limit development costs and advocate for more deeply affordable and income-geared homes.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Jerry Acchione · 2026-10-01

Proposed action

Make land available for development and pursue housing affordability through county council.

Mayor’s statement in County release

2026-06-01

Backed a centralized, round-the-clock homelessness support centre and public discussion of its operation.

• County — 808 Dundas purchase, service model and proposed timeline · 2026-06-01

Proposed action

Joined the June 1 public announcement for 808 Dundas.

Candidate account

Advocates rent-geared-to-income housing and coordinated homelessness supports.

• Candidate campaign website

Proposed action

Seek support through Oxford County and senior governments.

Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Favours collaboration to expand housing supply.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Aaron Gorlick · 2026-10-01

Proposed action

Work with county and provincial partners and available provincial funding.

Candidate account

Wants analysis of homelessness, addiction and mental health with a Housing First approach.

• Candidate campaign website

Proposed action

Explore a regional therapeutic community and seek senior-government support.

Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Would like a better-used, improved Museum Square with more regular events.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Jerry Acchione · 2026-10-01

Candidate account

Supports continued downtown investment and accessible public spaces.

• Candidate campaign website

Proposed action

Remove accessibility barriers and support local businesses.

Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Wants more event venues to attract people downtown.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Aaron Gorlick · 2026-10-01

Proposed action

Explore buying Gallery Cinemas for performance and conference space while retaining some screens.

Public statement

Wants a comprehensive downtown plan beyond beautification.

• Candidate response published by WoodstockCandidates.ca

Proposed action

Assess service locations, recreation, conference and theatre facilities.

Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Treat new recreation facilities as necessary for activity, health and growth.

Why: He says this broadens participation across ages.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Jerry Acchione · 2026-10-01

Proposed action

Support combining uses such as a library within a recreation facility.

Candidate account

Supports the proposed North Woodstock recreation facility.

• Candidate campaign website

Proposed action

Seek provincial and federal funding and resident input.

Candidate account

Wants more swimming, athletic and event spaces.

• Candidate campaign website

Proposed action

Assess existing and proposed facilities and consider a consolidated building.

Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Seek relief from garbage bag-tag charges.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Jerry Acchione · 2026-10-01

Authority

He identifies waste policy as Oxford County's responsibility.

Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Envisions consolidated housing, mental-health, addiction and employment support outside downtown.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Aaron Gorlick · 2026-10-01

Proposed action

Develop a shared service model with senior governments and neighbouring communities.

Candidate account

Proposes reviewing city and regional transport.

• Candidate campaign website

Proposed action

Explore transit-linked property revenue and leaseholds.

Public statement

Says homelessness-service decisions needed earlier, clearer public explanation.

• Candidate response published by WoodstockCandidates.ca

Proposed action

Explain reasons, safety measures and opportunities for input.

Candidate interview

2026-10-01

Makes two-way communication his first measure of success.

• This is Woodstock election interview — Aaron Gorlick · 2026-10-01

Proposed action

Deliver a city-resident communication tool for information, alerts and feedback.

Candidate account

Proposes a two-way City communication application.

• Candidate campaign website

Proposed action

Design an app for resident concerns and service or emergency messages.

Public statement

Wants attention to air quality and contamination risks as the city grows.

• Candidate campaign platform

Proposed action

Investigate reported particulates and require proper soil assessment.

Public statement

Wants stronger local links to higher education.

• Candidate campaign platform

Proposed action

Explore university partnerships, including agricultural sciences.