My Position on ALTO High-Speed Rail
I believe Canadians deserve modern transportation infrastructure, but major projects must be affordable, transparent, and accountable. As of this moment I am against the proposal.
ALTO currently estimates its high-speed rail project will cost between $60 billion and $90 billion and states that funding will come from a combination of private investment, fare revenues, and targeted public investment, with risks shared between partners. This is just an initial estimate!
Before additional public funds are committed, I believe residents deserve clear answers:
- What will the final cost be?
- How much public money will ultimately be invested?
- What financial risks remain with taxpayers if costs increase or revenues fall short?
- What are the impacts on our municipality, including land use, traffic, and local infrastructure?
- What about our farmers and their land?
- What about our hunting and fishing heritage?
- Will our municipality benefit from this at all?
As your municipal councillor, I will advocate for transparency, fiscal responsibility, and protecting local taxpayers. I believe governments should prioritize investments that provide direct, measurable benefits to our community before committing billions to projects whose final costs and long-term financial impacts remain uncertain.
Lanark Highlands Council Does Not Support Alto High Speed Rail Proposal
Read the statement by Council from March 10, 2026.
On election day, I would be honoured to earn your vote for Ward 3 Councillor.