Compare: Ward 5 Councillor

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Ward 5 Councillor: Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou and Vera Murano
Issue	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou	Vera Murano
Taxes and spending
Taxes and spending	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.	“The 2022 council, the individuals who were elected, approved a property tax increase of approximately: 3.46% in 2026 5.07% in 2027 4.37% in 2028 3.98% in 2029 Do you agree with these projected annual tax increases?” Vera Murano campaign · read 5 October 2026 “Your tax dollars deserve to be spent well.” Vera Murano campaign · read 5 October 2026
Housing and development
Housing and development	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.	“Affordable housing and sustainability near transit - together these will initiate impactful projects that will demonstrate how energy-efficient, community-centered housing can foster resilience and well-being.” Vera Murano campaign · read 5 October 2026
Community safety
Community safety	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.	“Safer neighbourhoods.” Vera Murano campaign · read 5 October 2026
Parks and environment
Parks and environment	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.	“30% more canopy cover by 2030.” Vera Murano campaign · read 5 October 2026
Local business
Local business	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.	“Let's support thriving main streets for a stronger community.” Vera Murano campaign · read 5 October 2026
Transit
Transit	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.	“Under 10 minutes for bus frequency on all core routes.” Vera Murano campaign · read 5 October 2026
Governance and accountability
Governance and accountability	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.	“They need a councillor who publishes a transparent record of votes and decisions, someone who takes responsible actions with the whole community in mind.” Vera Murano campaign · read 5 October 2026 “As a Ward 5 councillor, I intend to fill that role with workable plans: defined goals, steps, targets, timelines, and budgets.” Vera Murano campaign · read 5 October 2026
Background and overall goals
Background and overall goals	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.	“From parks, to transit, to affordable housing, there is a need to elevate the infrastructure and community services, including seniors and youth programs.” Vera Murano campaign · read 5 October 2026
Campaign site
Campaign site	No campaign website found	veramurano.ca Vera Murano (opens in a new tab)

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

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