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

Anthony (Tony) DiMarco

Age: 63

Occupation: Retired from Stelco

Family: wife Mary, two daughters

Political experience: Eight years as Ward 4 councillor

Community work: Past member (volunteer) Welland Slo-Pitch, Sherwood Activities, Welland Minor Hockey

Top issue: Keep our city affordable for residents, in particular, the retired and elderly

Why are you running?: I care about our city and the people who live here

Why should voters choose you?: A voice to be heard, I work hard for the people, my track record shows that I do not back down, particularly if something is wrong

Contact info: Phone: 905-734-6495; email: tyker39@cogeco.ca

Phil Gladman

Age: 27

Occupation: Tradesman, small business entrepreneur

Family: Wife, two daughters, one boy

Political experience: None

Community work: Guerrilla Park, Welland Float Fest, Welland Arts Project, Welland Zombie Walk, Welland Food Drive, The Hope Centre, Rose Festival

Top issue: From issues with water, wastewater, to the efficiency of our systems, we need to be making sure the replacement of older systems takes priority to eradicate the problems we face, and the dollars we needlessly waste.

Why are you running?: I am running for the Ward 4 area after a lifetime of living and working within, and having a natural desire to represent the people of our community within council decision making progress.

Why should voters choose you?: Electors should feel confident in their vote for me knowing that as a community representative, my integrity, dedication, and team approach to council will create further progress towards safer neighbourhoods, as well as a greater Welland.

Contact info: Phone: 289-501-4426; email: phillgladman4welland@gmail.com

Bryan Green

Age: 34

Occupation: National security/safety manager for a local health-care company

Family: Married, one daughter

Political experience: Have volunteered with various federal, provincial and municipal campaigns

Community work: I currently volunteer on my church leadership board and with my church weekly youth group

Top issue: infrastructure investment, responsible development and budget/taxes

Why are you running?: I'm running to represent my family and yours. I believe youth and young families are underrepresented on our council and all demographics deserve a voice at council. I'm also looking to bring a fresh perspective and be forward thinking.

Why should voters choose you?: Voters should trust me with their vote as I've been a lifelong resident of Ward 4 and want to take my knowledge of the local issues and be a strong representative at council.

Contact info: Phone: 905-933-2274; email: bryan.green4ward4@outlook.com; website: Bryangreen4ward4.com

Maria Lallouet

Age: 63

Occupation: Retired

Family: Married, three children, four grandchildren

Political experience: As a leader of a non-profit organization worked closely together with all levels of government to help people to solve issues such as affordable housing, settlement, immigration, poverty, education, health care, challenges for the elderly, etc.

Community work: Current chair of the senior citizens advisory committee, member of the market advisory committee, longtime volunteer (25 years) at Welland General Hospital, past and present member of other local, national and international committees.

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Top issue: Building a strong community, so together we can continue to move Welland into a greater future. We can do that with careful budgeting, mindful planning and with measurable, clear, action-oriented goals.

Why are you running?: Representing and working for people is my true calling. Listening, communicating, reaching goals together provides a great satisfaction.

Why should voters choose you?: I am highly motivated, competent and a proven leader with relevant community experience in the community. I am fully prepared to provide a remarkable representation to Ward 4 residents and to the citizens of Welland.

Contact info: Email: maria.lallouet@yahoo.ca; phone: 905-788-2834

Melissa McGlashan

Age: 42

Occupation: Formerly worked in pharmaceutical quality assurance

Family: Married 13 years with two daughters

Political experience: Currently serve on the Welland Public Library board and Welland Transit advisory committee.

Community work: Volunteer with the Council of Canadians as trade critic and was part of a team that campaigned to restore federal environmental protections to our local waterways.

Top issue: Infrastructure and responsible development. Aging infrastructure needs to be replaced, and development needs to include green spaces for water filtration and absorption.

Why are you running?: I want to help maintain and grow the city in a responsible way so that people have opportunities and a healthy environment in which to live, now and in the future.

Why should voters choose you?: I bring my high standards for accountability and will provide the people of Ward 4 with a strong voice dedicated to building a vibrant community for our families.

Contact info: Email: Melissa4ward4@gmail.com; website: melissamcglashan.ca; Facebook: @Melissa4ward4; Twitter: @McGlashan_M.

Charles Owen

Age: 69

Occupation: Freelance journalist

Family: Married, one son and one daughter

Political experience: I sought a council seat in 2010.

Community work: No community involvement.

Top issue: Bring the go train to Welland.

Why are you running?: A desire to bring fresh ideas to council chambers

Why should voters choose you?: I am a strong advocate for taxpayers rights.

Contact info: Phone: 289-821-4113