Compare: Ward 2 Councillor

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Ward 2 Councillor: Muhammad Kermalli, Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi and Tom Muench
Issue	Muhammad Kermalli	Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi	Tom Muench
Taxes and spending
Taxes and spending	No statement on taxes and spending on Muhammad Kermalli's campaign site.	“Maintain strict oversight on the city's 28% portion of property tax, scrutinize spending for real ROI, and make decision-making clear and accessible.” Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi… · read 5 October 2026	Tom Muench has no campaign website we could find.
Housing and development
Housing and development	“Balancing growth, affordability, and quality of life.” Muhammad Kermalli campaign · read 5 October 2026	“Ensure infrastructure (roads, parks, schools, transit) keeps pace with population growth while protecting established neighbourhood character and housing diversity.” Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi… · read 5 October 2026	Tom Muench has no campaign website we could find.
Community safety
Community safety	“Safer streets, safer neighbourhoods, stronger communities.” Muhammad Kermalli campaign · read 5 October 2026	“Strengthen community safety initiatives through evidence-based coordination between residents, municipal services, and York Regional Police.” Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi… · read 5 October 2026	Tom Muench has no campaign website we could find.
Traffic and roads
Traffic and roads	“Reducing congestion and improving transportation across our community.” Muhammad Kermalli campaign · read 5 October 2026	“Advocate for safer residential streets, traffic-calming near school zones, data-driven intersection timing, and active collaboration with York Region to reduce congestion.” Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi… · read 5 October 2026	Tom Muench has no campaign website we could find.
Parks and environment
Parks and environment	“Protecting the green spaces that make Richmond Hill special.” Muhammad Kermalli campaign · read 5 October 2026	“Protect and upgrade existing parks, green trails, and recreation facilities to support healthy, connected, and family-friendly Ward 2 neighborhoods.” Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi… · read 5 October 2026	Tom Muench has no campaign website we could find.
Local business
Local business	“Support local businesses thrive and create opportunities.” Muhammad Kermalli campaign · read 5 October 2026	“Establish a single point-of-contact concierge for small businesses, streamline municipal permits, and partner with the Board of Trade to foster local jobs.” Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi… · read 5 October 2026	Tom Muench has no campaign website we could find.
Governance and accountability
Governance and accountability	No statement on governance and accountability on Muhammad Kermalli's campaign site.	“When you contact our office with a Ward 2 concern, you will receive a direct update identifying the exact department and person responsible for follow-up within 48 hours.” Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi… · read 5 October 2026 “Real accountability means measurable results.” Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi… · read 5 October 2026	Tom Muench has no campaign website we could find.
Background and overall goals
Background and overall goals	“Bringing people together and strengthening community connections.” Muhammad Kermalli campaign · read 5 October 2026	No statement on other topics on Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi's campaign site.	Tom Muench has no campaign website we could find.
Campaign site
Campaign site	muhammadkermalli.com Muhammad Kermalli (opens in a new tab)	hamidghehi.ca Hamidreza Kheirkhah Ghehi (opens in a new tab)	No campaign website found

None of these candidates has published on: Seniors, Youth and families, Transit, City services.

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