I am humble enough to know that sometimes other people have better ideas than me. It is my personal belief that it takes a true leader to recognize this, embrace those superior solutions whether they thought of them or not and help push them forward towards success.
As the election nears and my door-to-door campaigning continues to gain momentum, I have been asking residents what they would like to see done to help improve the liveability of their city. One of the most common responses I receive is improving the Riverfront …

My campaign’s momentum has really kicked it up a notch this past week. Here are some uplifting kind words from some of my supporters. Thank you, everyone!
“Municipal Food Policy – great. I’ll lend a hand by taking a sign.I have another candidates sign on my lawn now but I haven’t figured out what to do with that yet.”  - R.F.
“Good luck adriano – you’ve got an optimistic platform!” – A.S.
“It was a pleasure speaking with you last night. I wish you the best in the election and will spread …

As promised, here is the video clip of my speech given on TVCogeco Cable 11.

I recently spoke with a resident of Wyandotte St. E. in Old Walkerville. She indicated that she has to check at least once a week how far items on her shelves have moved because of the tremors from big rigs speeding by.
While the truck traffic is visible during the day it increases, and with higher speeds, in the late hours of the evening or very early hours of the morning. It is only a matter of time until it becomes more than just a nuisance to home owners and that someone’s life is put …

Earlier this month, the Arts Council Windsor & Region, in collaboration with multiple arts groups in our region, released a questionnaire it hoped council candidates would answer to show where they stand on arts and culture in Windsor.
It is my belief that the “Cultural Hub” being proposed by the Windsor Symphony Orchestra could essentially redefine downtown as a whole and send it on a completely new, revitalized path. The mentality of our current council needs to change. There was minimal hesitation from council on spending $70 million on a new …

Last nights campaign fundraiser was a huge success and I would like to thank everyone who attended and believing that positive change is needed in our community and I am the one who can deliver it.
I would also like to thank everyone at Centro for all their hard word. The food was absolutely delicious and the service second to none.
Last, but certainly not least, I would like to thank my family, friends and Jillian who have all been very supportive of myself and my campaign.

I would also like to note …

Last week, incumbent Alan Halberstadt released a video stating he will continue his push to help small business in Windsor. According to most of those small businesses, the only push they are getting from anyone at City Hall is over a cliff.
In a recent survey, small businesses rated Windsor the worst in the province to deal with. Small businesses in Windsor gave our local government a failing grade in five categories with almost 60% questioning the integrity of bylaws and policies. This is alarming considering small businesses account for over 90 …

While updating my campaign’s Facebook page, I saw an article shared by Steve Green of Windsor Essex Community Supported Agriculture. It is titled “Smart city governments grow produce for the people”.
This article is a perfect example of what can be done in Windsor with my “Let’s Help Windsor Grow” Municipal Food Plan. Can you imagine the medians down Giles Boulevard covered in edible gardens (I would still keep the cherry blossom trees)?
What are your thoughts?

Local cycling advocacy group, Bike Friendly Windsor, recently sent out a questionnaire to all candidates in the upcoming municipal elections. To stay true to my beliefs in being open, honest and transparent, here are my responses:
1) What are your views on cycling in Windsor?
It is my personal belief that not enough is being done, not just for cycling, but for creating a healthier more active city in general. Portions of my platform call for the creation and implementation of a ‘Green Jobs Policy’ and a ‘Let’s Help Windsor Grow’ Municipal Food …

My work with WindsorEats has allowed me to create many strong relationships in Windsor’s small business community as well as with numerous organizations throughout the region and province. These close, strong relationships give me a great feel on the pulse of what is happening within our communities and neighbourhoods, both commercial and residential, and for individuals young and old.

Earlier today, I was the only candidate in the entire city attend a press conference for Vote Out Loud (VOL). If you haven’t heard, VOL is an “engaging information and motivational effort aimed at …