Welcome to my 2010 Campaign website

Dear Friends,

During this election I have made one commitment, to remain accountable only to you, my constituents. In the many years I have represented our community, the principle that has guided all my decisions has been your best interests.

Fighting for your interests at City Council requires experience and leadership that you can trust. I am proud of my track record working for our community. Holding the line on taxes and ensuring Ward 11 receives our fair share of services and economic development has been my priority.

Another key priority for me will be the fight against crime and to protect our neighborhoods so that you and your family will be safe. Through the years I have worked closely with the police to ensure they get the resources they need to get the job done.

I am also determined to continue working hard for seniors and to be the voice of the disadvantaged in our community.

Tenant rights are also high on my agenda. I will continue to ensure that property standards are enforced and landlords are held accountable.

As always I promise to work each and every day to continue earning your trust.

I ask for your support on October 25th so I can continue to be your strong voice.

Sincerely,
Frances Nunziata
Councillor Ward 11

On the Issues…

CRIME AND COMMUNITY SAFETY

Over the years Frances has been a respected leader in fighting crime and making our communities safer.

Frances has a reputation for being tough on criminals and a strong supporter of the police. She has been a Member of the Police Services Board and is Chair of the Weston Community Police Partnerships Office.

Frances was instrumental in bringing to our community the first Mobile Police Unit in the city.

Frances worked hard to bring 13 new police officers to 12 Division and 19 new officers to 31 Division.

Frances Chaired the Mayor’s Crime Committee, successfully closing down booze cans, crack houses and coordinated measures against drug dealers and prostitution.

EFFECTIVE & AFFORDABLE PUBLIC TRANSIT

Frances led the way for new bus service on St. Clair between Runnymede and Scarlett and the extension of the St. Clair streetcar line.

Frances strongly supports a subway along Eglinton to the Airport.

Frances has always fought for lower transit fares and better service.

Frances strongly opposed the St. Clair Right of Way Project and was a key supporter of the “Save Our St. Clair Group”.

HOLDING THE LINE ON TAXES

Frances voted against the controversial 8.9% pay hike for councillors and has pledged to move a motion to roll back the increase at the first meeting of the next council.

Frances believes strongly in fiscal responsibility and believes in openness and transparency in the budgetary process.

Frances has voted against every tax increase beyond the rate of inflation in the last 10 years, is a strong proponent of fair taxation for both homeowners and businesses and has always been one of the lowest in the use of her office budget.

Making A Difference In Your Community

Dear Friends,
The past 3 years at City Hall have been both challenging and rewarding. I have had the privilege of working on your behalf, and in many cases, side by side with many of you. Your continued support represents a commitment to creating a safe, clean and prosperous community for our families to call home. This is why I am proud to call myself “your” representative. Your faith in my ability to represent our common interests is what inspires me each and every day. For all the hard work we have done leading up to this election, we still have much more to do. I believe that, as your representative, it is my duty to make myself both accountable and accessible to you. I believe that my track record of integrity, dedication and service as your elected representative speaks for itself. With you support on October 25, I am confident that together we can help to make Ward 11 a better place to live for everyone.

Here are just a few of the ways in which I have contributed to making a real difference at City hall:

• As City Councillor I held the line on spending.  I have consistently been among the lowest three spenders of City Council
• I have been a strong voice against increased taxes and user fees
• As a member of the West Toronto Crime Force – I work diligently in an effort to return a safer community to residents
• I’ve advocated for tenants affected by smart sub-metering

My History of Service:

• 1985 Separate School Trustee former City of York
• 1988 Councillor Ward 7 former City of York re-elected 1991
• 1995 Mayor former City of York
• 1997 Councillor formerly known as Ward 27 in newly-amalgamated City of Toronto
• Re-Elected Toronto City Council 2000, 2003 and 2006 Councillor Ward 11