Ward 4 Transparency Tracker
Real projects. Real timelines. Real costs. No spin.
These are the major projects shaping Ward 4 right now. Each one affects your neighbourhood, your daily life, and your tax dollars. I believe residents deserve to know the status, timeline, cost, and rationale for every single one.
This tracker will be updated regularly as projects evolve. Have information about a project? Get in touch.
Rotary Park Improvements
Rotary Park · King Street West area
Rotary Park is a key community space. Improvements should prioritize safety, accessibility, and maintaining usable green space for families. Residents need clear information about what’s planned and when.
Downtown Condo Developments
Multiple sites · Downtown core
New development can bring positive energy to downtown — but only when matched with real services, transit, parking, and safety planning. Every new building should answer the question: does this make downtown better for the people who already live here?
GO Station Area Development
vicinity of Oshawa GO Station
Transit-oriented development makes sense near the GO station — but the community needs a seat at the table. Traffic impact, parking, and infrastructure capacity must be addressed before approvals, not after.
Tribute Centre Related Spending
Downtown Oshawa
Residents deserve a clear accounting of spending related to the Tribute Centre. Public investment requires public transparency — full costs, rationale, and ongoing obligations should be clearly communicated.
Old Post Office Redevelopment
Downtown Oshawa
This project has dragged on for too long without clear communication. Residents deserve a straightforward update: where things stand, what’s delaying it, what it will cost, and when it will be done. Heritage buildings matter — but so does follow-through.
Downtown Park Upgrades
Various downtown parks
Park upgrades are positive — but they need to include safety planning, lighting, and ongoing maintenance, not just cosmetic improvements. A park that looks nice but doesn’t feel safe isn’t really an upgrade.
Firefighter Memorial Location
TBD · Ward 4
Our firefighters deserve a meaningful, visible memorial. The location should be accessible, prominent, and chosen with input from the firefighting community and residents. This should move forward with clarity and respect.
Security Cameras and Park Safety Planning
Downtown parks and high-traffic areas
Security measures in public spaces should be guided by community input and balanced with privacy. Cameras can be part of the solution, but they need to be part of a broader plan — including visible presence, lighting, and support for people in crisis.
Housing and Support Service Locations
Various · Ward 4 and surrounding
People in crisis need real support — housing, treatment, and pathways to stability. But service locations also need community input, transparent planning, and accountability. Residents and service providers both deserve a clear, honest process.
Major Road, Transit, and Infrastructure Changes
Various · Ward 4 and citywide
Road work, transit changes, and infrastructure upgrades affect daily life. The city needs to communicate clearly about timelines, detours, and long-term plans. Residents shouldn’t be surprised by construction — they should be informed before it starts.
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Know About a Project?
If there’s a Ward 4 project you think should be tracked, or you have information the community should know about, get in touch.
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