Compare: Ward 1 Councillor

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Ward 1 Councillor: Catherine Dell'Erba, Raymond Dodaro and Giovanni Nardone
Issue	Catherine Dell'Erba	Raymond Dodaro	Giovanni Nardone
Taxes and spending
Taxes and spending	“I will vote against further City tax hikes and demand better value for every tax dollar.” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026 “Review City spending, challenge wasteful or unnecessary expenses and demand measurable value for every tax dollar.” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026	Raymond Dodaro has no campaign website we could find.	“Ensuring your tax dollars are managed with integrity, focusing on essential services and long-term fiscal health for our community.” Giovanni Nardone campaign · read 5 October 2026
Housing and development
Housing and development	“Demand that new development contribute appropriately to roads, services and infrastructure.” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026	Raymond Dodaro has no campaign website we could find.	“Advocating for development that respects the character of our community while addressing future housing and transportation needs.” Giovanni Nardone campaign · read 5 October 2026
Community safety
Community safety	“I will advocate for additional frontline York Regional Police officers and greater neighbourhood visibility.” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026 “I oppose supervised drug-consumption and injection sites in Oak Ridges and Richmond Hill.” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026	Raymond Dodaro has no campaign website we could find.	No statement on community safety on Giovanni Nardone's campaign site.
Traffic and roads
Traffic and roads	“I will support better street lighting, complete sidewalk connections and safe walking routes through our neighbourhoods, parks and public spaces.” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026 “Advocate for road widening and intersection improvements where warranted.” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026 “Push to complete the missing sidewalk connections along Yonge Street in Oak Ridges.” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026	Raymond Dodaro has no campaign website we could find.	No statement on traffic and roads on Giovanni Nardone's campaign site.
Parks and environment
Parks and environment	“Support responsible growth that protects Lake Wilcox, green spaces and the character of Oak Ridges.” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026	Raymond Dodaro has no campaign website we could find.	“Protecting our parks and green spaces while ensuring our neighbourhoods remain safe, clean, and vibrant for all families.” Giovanni Nardone campaign · read 5 October 2026
Transit
Transit	“Advocate for faster GO Transit service” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026	Raymond Dodaro has no campaign website we could find.	No statement on transit on Giovanni Nardone's campaign site.
Governance and accountability
Governance and accountability	“Ensure City hiring is based on merit, qualifications and experience.” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026	Raymond Dodaro has no campaign website we could find.	“Your voice matters. I am committed to open communication, regular town halls, and being accessible to every Ward 1 resident.” Giovanni Nardone campaign · read 5 October 2026
Background and overall goals
Background and overall goals	“Fast-track cell/internet tower approvals” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026 “I will advocate for the display of Canadian flags at City-owned facilities, community gateways and appropriate public locations.” Catherine Dell'Erba campaign · read 5 October 2026	Raymond Dodaro has no campaign website we could find.	“Investing in the infrastructure and local facilities that bring us together and make Richmond Hill a premier place to live.” Giovanni Nardone campaign · read 5 October 2026
Campaign site
Campaign site	catherinedellerba.ca Catherine Dell'Erba (opens in a new tab)	No campaign website found	giovanninardone.com Giovanni Nardone (opens in a new tab)

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