CUPE 932

Do you live in Hamilton?
l live in Hamilton and was born and raised in the North End of Hamilton. I have resided in Hamilton city wide my entire life.

When was the last time you used your library card? What is your favourite library service?
The last time l used my library card was this past mid July 2026. My favorite Library Service is access to computers, books & documentaries.

What is the library’s role in the community?
The Libraries role in the community is to provide opportunities for public learning in a safe, welcoming, inclusive environment.

What is your priority issue in your ward?
My priority issue for the city is to make it safe, affordable and successful.

What’s the largest crisis facing Hamiltonians, and how would you fix it?
The largest crisis facing Hamiltonians is violence, homelessness and high cost of living. My plan of Action will resolve all crises in Hamilton City Wide.

Campaign site: Instagram

Do you live in the ward you are running in?
Yes, my wife and I have lived in Waterdown since 2013.

When was the last time you used your library card? What is your favourite library service?
I use it regularly for e-books and audio books. It would have to be getting books through Libby.

What is the library’s role in the community?
To give affordable access to material and services to everyone in the community.

What is your priority issue in your ward?
Value for the taxes that are paid by prioritizing our needs.

What’s the largest crisis facing Hamiltonians, and how would you fix it?
Unaudited financial results that continue to affect future planning and budgets.

Campaign site: Facebook – jeffyaegerward15

Do you live in the ward you are running in?
Yes, I do. 

When was the last time you used your library card? What is your favourite library service?
I use the library once a week, I love the kids section, my son loves the train set up and story time.

What is the library’s role in the community?
To provide access to all types of media, help those that need the many services the library provides and be a possible third space in 

What is your priority issue in your ward?
I want to deal with a abusive slum lords and bring back legitimate businesses back to ward 3.

What’s the largest crisis facing Hamiltonians, and how would you fix it?
The biggest crisis is the ongoing housing issue. My best solution is a consolidation of the forces working to house the unhoused, get people into 

Campaign site: demeloforcouncil.ca

Do you live in the ward you are running in?
Yes, I live in the Ward I am running in.

When was the last time you used your library card? What is your favourite library service?
I used the printing service in the maker space at Central in June of this year. As a local musician, I make use of the 

What is the library’s role in the community?
The library is a place of community discovery. It is where residents discover information, connection, belonging, and intellectual freedom.

What is your priority issue in your ward?
Capping property taxes for seniors living on pensions, enhancing resident engagement & communication through neighbourhood councils, community safety and building a Ward 14 library.

What’s the largest crisis facing Hamiltonians, and how would you fix it?
Cost of living crisis (Reduce the financial burden on seniors and families by implementing better financial controls) and homelessness (Build supportive and transitional housing).

Campaign site: kojoforward14.ca

Do you live in the ward you are running in?
No, just a few blocks west of Ottawa St S.

When was the last time you used your library card? What is your favourite library service?
Several years ago. Favourite service is an historic service. Book lending.

What is the library’s role in the community?
The library is a community hub, a place to learn and expand horizons. And equitable space.

What is your priority issue in your ward?
I was first to suggest a moratorium on Data Centres. Revisiting this is a priority.

What’s the largest crisis facing Hamiltonians, and how would you fix it?
Affordability. I will support taxes at inflation while enhancing services. Back to basics transparent governance. Build back public trust.

Campaign site: jasonfarr.ca

Do you live in the ward you are running in?
Yes, I live in Ward 9, the ward that I am seeking the councillor position in.

When was the last time you used your library card? What is your favourite library service?
Last used my library card in August 2026. Favourite library service – book lending. I love to read and I prefer to hold a physical book.

What is the library’s role in the community?
Library’s role in the community – Libraries provide equitable access to information, technology, and lifelong learning. The library needs to be welcoming for all residents looking for a sense of community 

What is your priority issue in your ward?
Due to Ward 9 being the fastest growing ward in Hamilton, we need new infrastructure to be in place when new premises are ready for 

What’s the largest crisis facing Hamiltonians, and how would you fix it?
Largest crisis right now – tax increases far beyond the cost of living along with irresponsible spending of the tax dollars.

Campaign site: voteeileenwalker.com

Do you live in the ward you are running in?
Yes, I live right here in Ward 8.

When was the last time you used your library card? What is your favourite library service?
I used it September 18th at Central Library. My favorite service is spending time in the children’s book section with my kids.

What is the library’s role in the community?
Libraries are essential hubs for equal access, community connection, and lifelong learning—offering vital technology, educational programming, and safe spaces for all Hamiltonians.

What is your priority issue in your ward?
Safer streets near schools, smart growth with proper infrastructure, protecting green spaces, and attracting clean, tech-focused industries to keep good jobs local.

What’s the largest crisis facing Hamiltonians, and how would you fix it?
The affordability and service crisis. I will focus on core infrastructure, smart housing development, and attracting future-oriented industries to broaden our city revenue.

Campaign site: Facebook – AdlanTaramov2026

Do you live in Hamilton?
Yes.  I am living in Hamilton for last 45 years.

When was the last time you used your library card? What is your favourite library service?
I am going to library for last three weeks and I don’t have a library card . valley park library Stoney Creek mountain.

What is the library’s role in the community?
Seek knowledge.The best environment for study for any age to read and seek knowledge

What is your priority issue in your ward?
Hamiltonians are facing all kinds of problems since the amalgamation was done in 2001. Elite class with the help of elected council and beaurcrats have 

What’s the largest crisis facing Hamiltonians, and how would you fix it?
I will fix the crisis by breaking the status quo. You elect anyone other than me will be the part of status quo and 

Do you live in the ward you are running in?
Yes, I live in Ward 3 and my children attend a local Ward 3 elementary school.

When was the last time you used your library card? What is your favourite library service?
I last used my library card on September 18, 2026! My favourite service is the place a hold – my
list is long!

What is the library’s role in the community?
Libraries are a connection; an important third space in communities where access is low-barrier
and services are built with all members needs in mind.