Positions
3 public records across 3 topics. Read the position, proposed action, context and original evidence together.
Look for cost, timing and who has authority to act. A published statement is not automatically a complete plan or an answer to the question below. Missing records do not mean a candidate declined to answer.
Taxes & spendingNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
What would you change in the budget, what would it cost, and how would you pay for it?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
Roads & infrastructure1 public record · 2026-08-27Wants traffic calming and enforcement to make streets safer.
Which roads or infrastructure would you prioritize, and when?
Public statement · 2026-08-27
Wants traffic calming and enforcement to make streets safer.
- Proposed action
- Brought forward a request for staff to report on lower residential speed limits.
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Growth & planning1 public record · 2026-08-27Wants to help finish the secondary plan and address possible Woodstock boundary discussions.
Where should growth happen, and what conditions would you require?
Public statement · 2026-08-27
Wants to help finish the secondary plan and address possible Woodstock boundary discussions.
Context and limits
The article describes anticipated discussions, not an approved boundary change.
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HousingNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
What would you do to make housing more available and affordable?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
Downtown & businessNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
What would you change for local businesses and the downtown?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
Children & recreation1 public record · 2026-08-27Wants progress on the recreation master plan, possible multi-use facility and village green space.
What would you improve for children, recreation and community spaces?
Public statement · 2026-08-27
Wants progress on the recreation master plan, possible multi-use facility and village green space.
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Public servicesNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
Which public services would you improve, and how?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
Public accountabilityNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
How will you explain your decisions and report on your promises?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
Water & environmentNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
What will you do to protect water and the local environment?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
Community lifeNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
What would you do to strengthen life in this community?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
Still to answer7 topics without a public answer
- Taxes & spending
What would you change in the budget, what would it cost, and how would you pay for it?
Add an answer · Add an existing source - Housing
What would you do to make housing more available and affordable?
Add an answer · Add an existing source - Downtown & business
What would you change for local businesses and the downtown?
Add an answer · Add an existing source - Public services
Which public services would you improve, and how?
Add an answer · Add an existing source - Public accountability
How will you explain your decisions and report on your promises?
Add an answer · Add an existing source - Water & environment
What will you do to protect water and the local environment?
Add an answer · Add an existing source - Community life
What would you do to strengthen life in this community?
Add an answer · Add an existing source
Background
A five-term Ward 3 councillor and longtime Innerkip resident, Smith has worked in radio and automotive facilities and served local community and seniors boards.
A five-term Ward 3 councillor and longtime Innerkip resident, Smith has worked in radio and automotive facilities and served local community and seniors boards.
Public history
Public statementsOn Roads & infrastructure, Children & recreation, Growth & planning
- Wants traffic calming and enforcement to make streets safer. Public statement
- Wants progress on the recreation master plan, possible multi-use facility and village green space. Public statement
- Wants to help finish the secondary plan and address possible Woodstock boundary discussions. Public statement
Sources and updates
Township of East Zorra-Tavistock Source
- East Zorra-Tavistock certified candidates Oct 1, 2026Official slate reviewed October 1; date is review date.
- Granthaven candidate interview Aug 27, 2026
- East Zorra-Tavistock current council Oct 1, 2026Current public roster checked October 1, separately from next-term election status.