The Tribune asked all Welland ward candidates the same questions about the upcoming municipal elections.

John Chiocchio

Age: 57

Occupation: Owner of SkyScenemedia

Political experience: Four years as Ward 3 councillor

Community work: Past director Welland chamber of commerce. Past board member of Welland Jaycees and Welland Kiwanis. Past president of Welland Rose Festival. Former coach Welland Minor Soccer. Volunteer Welland Food Drive.

Top issue: Continue to develop our industrial base, continue to develop our recreational waterway, continue to provide quality health care and keeping our hospital open

Why are you running?: I believe we achieved great progress over the last four years. Important to keep the issues and projects that are on the table in the forefront to complete and continue growth in all sectors of Welland.

Why should voters choose you?: I have been a strong advocate for the citizens in addressing their concerns, opinions and ideas at city hall and will continue to work hard for residents.

John Mastroianni

Age: 69

Occupation: Retired

Family: Wife Judy, daughter, two sons and three grandchildren

Political experience: Councillor Ward 2, regional councillor City of Welland and councillor Ward 3

Community work: Chaired St. John Ambulance, museum board and Heritage Welland. Volunteered food drive 12 years and proudly chaired Niagara Food Festival.

Top issue: Preparing for industrial and residential growth. Keeping an eye on expenses. Expanding the use of our waterway. Working with all levels of government to advocate for health care, seniors and affordable housing.

Why are you running?: Over the last four years Welland has turned the corner and is on the path to becoming a greater city with new industries moving in and a boom in new houses.

Why should voters choose you?: Voters should know that I will be there to listen to their concerns and do whatever it takes to cut red tape and resolve neighbourhood issues.

Contact info: Phone: 905-329-8466; email: mastroianni33@gmail.com,

John Thomas McNall

Age: 65

Occupation: Retired Ontario Provincial Police traffic sergeant and licenced paralegal, Barker McNall Professional Paralegal Corp.

Family: Married, one child

Political experience: None

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Community work: Branch director Burlington detachment Ontario Provincial Police Association, 3 District Secretary Ontario Provincial Police Association, Branch 17 Kenora North West Region vice-president, Ontario Provincial Police Association Branch 18 Orillia president, Ontario Provincial Police Association Branch 18, commanding officer 774 Army Cadets Kenora, RCA Lincoln and Welland Regimental Association Band, director Downtown Orillia BIA, 2017 and 2018 chair of Holy Trinity Anglican Church Welland community Christmas dinner

Top issue: Employment. Make Welland a positive city destination place where investors will bring equitable jobs — not just minimum wage jobs. Through tourism, Welland could increase its economic base by appealing to tourism dedicated.

Why are you running?: I was born and raised in Welland. returned to my roots in 2013 and opened BarkerMcNall Professional Paralegal Corp. I am a visionary, prepared to build for the future.

Why should voters choose you?: My proven leadership experience will assist me in making a positive impact on the city of Welland and as a team player I am committed to serving our community.

Contact info: Phone: 905-714-4357; email: johnmcnallward3@gmail.com

Lucas Spinosa

Age: 24

Occupation: Owner/operator The Black Sheep Lounge (café)

Family: Katie

Political experience: Youth council Niagara Centre

Community work: Founder Canal Clean, chair of Feast Street Niagara 2017 and 2018, former chair marketing, events and promotions for Welland Downtown BIA

Top issue: Affordability and community, bringing jobs to Welland, managing water costs

Why are you running?: Being young, the future is very important to me. I want to help build a community for my family with Katie and our future children.

Why should voters choose you?: If Welland is ready for leadership, passion, love and vision, I'm a one-stop shop. I have worked tirelessly for this community over the past four years and now it is time for positive change.

Contact info: Phone: 905-714-6609; website: spinosa2018.com