Windsor city council report card: Paul Borrelli - Ward 10
CBC Windsor grades the politicians at mid-way point of their 2014-18 term
Grade: C
Borrelli is arguably the most entertaining or aggravating councillor, always ready with azinger. A vigorous user of social media, he was the butt of memes over the dubious claimhe was the one who got the downtown farmers market moved. Hereversed hisposition on Open Streets multiple times, once calling it "a misadventure in Fantasyland."Borrelli defended use of synthetic ice at Charles Clark Square, citing El Nino. Hedemanded the cycling committee account for riding habits of "guys wearing hoodies." Borrelli's votes typically fall in line with the mayor's. Heclaimed the highest travel expenses in 2015.
Attendance record: 91.43% (128 of 140 meetings)
Salary: $40,189.37
Travel expenses: $6,723.57
Social media: Tweets multiple times per week. Frequently on Facebook as well.
Proud of:
- Money to start addressing "Dougall Death Trap"
- Moving downtown farmers market to Pelissier Street
- Money earmarked for North Service Roadimprovements
To-do list:
- Address traffic problems at Dominion/Northwood intersection
Quote: On Mayor Drew Dilkens: "If you have issues, he'll help you out. It's just a matter of connecting with him. I connect with him."