Episode 95: Fontaine for Mayor, Ferry Fare Hikes, Seniors Discounts & 7th St Bike Lane
- Richard Chapman
- Sep 22
- 1 min read
New Episode Alert: For the Record with Daniel Fontaine & Paul Minhas
This week’s podcast is packed with big debates and bold decisions
Running for Mayor – On Sept 18, over 350 people came out to support Daniel’s campaign to bring change to New Westminster.
Budget 2026 – Staff pitched 4–5% tax hikes. Council backed the NWP's push to also model 0% and 2.5% increases. For a change…unanimous!
Q2Q Ferry Fares – Staff recommended fare hikes of up to 20%. NWP motion to cap concession fares at inflation (2.5%) approved but regular fares are still going up by 11%.
Seniors’ Discount – Did you know New West seniors can get 25% off solid waste & recycling pickup? Council discussed how to get the word out.
Queensborough Concerns – Delegations raised red flags on the 7th Street bike lane, crime & safety, and a $275,000 digital sign project.
In the Media – Hear Daniel’s interviews with Mike Smyth on Metro Vancouver’s sky-high salaries and with Simi Sara on his mayoral campaign launch.
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