Hale Mahon
Candidate for Councillor (Ward 3), Springwater Township
My Platform
Developed based on your priorities.
Keep Springwater Feeling Like HomeProtect and Prudently Manage Springwater’s Water Resources
Support Volunteers Without Getting in Their Way
Support Recreation Access with Appropriate Safety Rules
Support Heritage Designations and Heritage Maintenance
Support Existing Services We Know and Love – Libraries, Schools, etc.Guide Positive Development as we GrowSupport Economic Development that Builds on Springwater’s Existing Industries
Responsible Development to Prevent Future Annexation
Study Lessons from Other Fast-Growing Municipalities
Citizen Input Throughout the Development Application Process
Plan Infrastructure Before Growth Arrives
Support Appropriately Located Job Growth
Support Appropriately Managed Commercial Growth, Prioritizing Core Services and Amenities
Protect Prime Agricultural Land from Development
Plan for Traffic Before Congestion Becomes a Bigger Problem
Increase Police Presence by Working with the OPP Services Board
Use Traffic-Calming Measures, Including Bollards, Where Appropriate
Support a Practical Mix of Housing and Development Options that Responds to Market Needs, Including Affordable Housing
Work with Developers to Deliver Community Assets and Amenities Residents Want
Support the Ongoing Work to Improve Local Healthcare AccessMake Government Work for You & Your MoneyEstablish a Clear Process for Advocating to the County on County Issues
Compare Fees Across Municipalities
Carefully Manage Annexation Compensation Funds
Line-by-Line Budget Review and Low-Tax Targets
Regularly Evaluate Municipal Performance and Programs
Investigate Gaps in Internet, Natural Gas, and Other Utility Connectivity
Commit to More Adequate Ditching in Agricultural Areas
Provide Adequate Notice and Clear Explanations for Rehabilitation ProjectsGovern Well TogetherUse Interdisciplinary Expertise to Identify Municipal Blind Spots
Continuity and Institutional Memory in Long-Term Municipal Planning
Start a Regular Councillor Newsletter
Support the Use of Citizen Advisory Committees
Create Public Input Opportunities Across Council Issues
Bring Residents’ Ideas Forward to Council
Be Willing to Take a Stand When Necessary
Collaborate Wherever Possible
Support Strong Accountability Mechanisms, Including the Integrity Commissioner
Work with Neighbouring Municipalities on Shared Issues and Regional Impacts
In Action at Council
As an active citizen in the Township of Springwater, I am engaged with Council – doing the homework, reading the reports, and speaking up for residents.See my advocacy below.
Springwater's Future Should Be Springwater's Decision – May 5, 2025
Standing for a Springwater Solution to the Barrie Annexation – October 9, 2025
Asking for Accountability on Strong Mayor Powers
The Right to Question Council – May 18, 2026
Smart Financial Planning Post-Annexation – May 5, 2026
Digging Into the Numbers: How Springwater Should Fund Infrastructure – June 17, 2026
Integrity Matters, Even When We Disagree – July 8, 2026
