Eda Dede
City/Township Council · Waterloo Ward 5
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Getting Around
How should municipalities use existing street infrastructure to better prioritize walking, cycling, and public transit?select up to 3
- Reallocate space on selected streets (e.g. road diets, transit lanes, protected bike lanes)
- Adjust signal timing, curb use, or intersection design
- Prioritize active transportation improvements during routine resurfacing
What role should public transit play in regional growth, and how should future transit investments be prioritized?ranked from highest to lowest importance
- Invest in rapid transit to anchor growth
- Use transit to shape land use
- Prioritize expanding coverage area
- Prioritize maximizing operational efficiency
- Prioritize lower-cost or incremental transit improvements
Do you support the municipality taking responsibility for snow removal from sidewalks adjacent to private properties?single choice
Yes, sidewalks should be cleared alongside roads as part of regular winter maintenance
Do you support expanding fare-free transit for the Region?single choice
Yes, for specific groups
Please describe one criterion or principle that should not be compromised when making transit investment decisions.candidate's own words
Accessible transportation for everyone!