Jonathan emphasizes safety and infrastructure to ensure a secure and functional living environment. In terms of the economy, he is committed to promoting local development and supporting businesses. Urban planning and development will be at the heart of his priorities, promoting a balance between modernity and heritage. He aims to improve the quality of life for citizens while integrating environmental initiatives. Transparent communication and good governance will also be essential to building a strong and united community.
5 Key Ideas:
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Revitalize Westminster
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Address the Town's Security & Mobility Challenges
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Evaluate New Ways of Increasing Town Revenues
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Support Citizens Sense of Community and Belonging
Platform:
(Detailed descriptions can be found on his website here)
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Security & Infrastructure
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Economic Vitality
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Urban Planning & Revitalization
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Heritage
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Quality of Life
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Environment
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Communications
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Governance
Jonathan Cha Mayor jonathancha.mowest@outlook.com
Victor Gonzalez Seat #4 victorgonzalez.mowest@gmail.com
A Vision for a Safer, More Connected Montreal-West
Over the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing more about my platform and priorities for our Town. My campaign will focus on:
Community Safety — Safer streets, crosswalks, and public spaces for residents of all ages.
Infrastructure Renewal — Smart, sustainable investment in roads, mobility, and maintenance.
Responsible Development — Encouraging growth while preserving our small-town character.
Transparent Governance — Ensuring residents remain informed, engaged, and heard.
Sustainable Environment — Protecting our green spaces and promoting responsible, eco-friendly growth.
Above all, my approach to leadership begins with listening — to your concerns, your ideas, and your vision for the future of Montreal-West.
My campaign is focused on reforming the PAC making its decision process clearer, fairer, and more transparent, without losing sight of what makes our community special.
I will focus on
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Transparency in decisions – Clear communication and published explanations for PAC recommendations.
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Guidance before applications – Help residents understand bylaws before applying to save time and minimize frustration.
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Consistency in applying rules – Equal standards across all areas of town and projects presented.
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Balance between heritage and modern needs – Protecting our character while giving more trust to residents’ judgment.
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Listening sessions – Open meetings for residents to share ideas and concerns directly.
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Sustainability and responsible growth – Encouraging environmentally sound development that protects our green spaces.
I also support practical reforms such as:
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A faster permit process for emergency work.
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Reviewing permit costs for urgent repairs like sewer backups, flooding, or roof damage.
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A standard set of base colours that are automatically accepted.
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A clear appeals process so homeowners can be heard and encouraged to discuss.
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Inclusion of ordinary residents as PAC members, alongside experts, to ensure all voices are represented.
I believe in approachable, transparent governance that puts people first. If elected, I will bring my experience, energy, and heart to the council table, but most importantly, I will be actively listening to all residents who make up the soul of our town.
Shayan Shafei Seat #4 Shayan.shafei@gmail.com
Philippe Bergeron Seat #4
Lauren Small-Pennefather Seat #1 laurenseat1@outlook.com
Lauren has a website here, or at laurensmallpennefather.ca
MY VALUE PROPOSITION
Building on the last 4 years, you have my steadfast commitment to be engaged and represent all residents of Montreal West in a fair and transparent manner. I believe in building bridges through open communication, listening, collaboration and sharing knowledge. I am service centered and will continue to work for and with you.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
Ensuring that residents feel safe and secure on our streets and in our homes is paramount. Making informed choices and implementing smart solutions that benefit our community. Working with partners and experts to protect our property and manage traffic to safeguard all residents including our seniors and our children, including with Cote-St. Luc and NDG.
ENVIRONMENT
Ensuring the historical value and heritage integrity of our Town is preserved with innovative and environmentally friendly sustainable solutions with climate adaptation.
PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE
Finding opportunities to generate revenue, revitalizing Westminster by working with a renewed Merchant’s Association, developing a capital plan to support critical infrastructure work and increasing the efficiency and agility of operations supported by a modernized PAC and bylaws.
MA PROPOSITION DE VALEUR
Compte tenu de mon expérience des quatre dernières années, je m'engage fermement à m'impliquer et à représenter tous les résident·e·s de Montréal-Ouest de manière équitable et transparente. Je crois en la création de ponts grâce à une communication ouverte, à l'écoute, à la collaboration et au partage des connaissances. Je suis axée sur le service et je continuerai à travailler pour vous et avec vous.
SÛRETÉ ET SÉCURITÉ
Il est primordial de veiller à ce que les résident·e·s se sentent en sécurité dans nos rues et dans nos maisons. Prendre des décisions éclairées et mettre en œuvre des solutions intelligentes qui profitent à notre communauté. Travailler avec des partenaires et des experts pour protéger nos biens et gérer la circulation afin de protéger tous les résidents, y compris nos aînés et nos enfants, notamment avec Côte-Saint-Luc et NDG.
ENVIRONNEMENT
Préserver la valeur historique et l'intégrité patrimoniale de notre ville grâce à des solutions innovantes, respectueuses de l'environnement et durables, adaptées au changement climatique.
PLANIFIER L'AVENIR
Trouver des opportunités de générer des revenus, revitaliser Westminster en collaborant avec une association de commerçants renouvelée, élaborer un plan d'investissement pour soutenir les travaux d'infrastructure essentiels et accroître l'efficacité et la souplesse des opérations grâce à un comité d'action politique (PAC) et à des règlements modernisés.
Giovanni D'Amico Seat #2 johndamico@sympatico.ca
I am someone that strives on efficiency and operations. So in short
-make sure the new Rec center generates a profit for the town while offering the best experience to our residents.
-return a sense of pride to our highly experienced blue collar staff. Happier workers do better work.
-discuss possible short and longterm solutions for the ever continuing safety issues of the railway crossing in our town. Our residents safety is priority 1 for me.
-we need to be greener, but we need to be greener with a plan. Planting a tree is great! But the care of that tree is the true greener plan. A tree without water is just wood.
Kevin Alladin Seat #1 alladin.kevin@gmail.com
I will focus on the following key areas:
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Find actionable and sustainable solutions regarding traffic flow and pedestrian safety in the town.
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Improve communication during construction times ensuring residents can navigate
through the Town safely and expediently
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Improve pedestrian safety around our schools and parks during high/peak traffic times
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Be upfront and transparent with residents and foster a culture of continuous
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Plan proactively for business and demographic changes within the town
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Constantly focus on our Community, be Transparent and take Action
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Communicate! Communicate! Communicate!
I would like to give back to the town that has been such a large part of my life. Now is the time for a change, and I will bring positive change to our town!
Je me concentrerai sur les domaines suivants:
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Trouver des solutions concrètes et durables pour la fluidité de la circulation et la
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Améliorer la communication pendant les travaux afin de permettre aux citoyens de se déplacer en ville rapidement et en toute sécurité.
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Améliorer la sécurité des piétons autour des écoles et des parcs aux heures de pointe.
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Être transparent avec nos citoyens et favoriser une culture d'amélioration continue. Solliciter et accepter leurs commentaires, préoccupations et recommandations.
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Anticiper les évolutions commerciales et démographiques de la ville.
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Concentrez constamment sur notre Communauté, soyez Transparent et prenez Action
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Communiquer! Communiquer! Communiquer!
J'aimerais redonner à la ville qui a tant marqué ma vie. Il est temps de changer les choses, et
j'apporterai des changements positifs à notre ville!
Franco Forlini Mayor franco@unisafety.com
Franco has some platform information on a YouTube video here , or at the link below: