As reported by CATCH and comments solicited by Cal DiFalco and The Hamiltonian, I would like to give you my thoughts on the social assistance rebate from the province to the city and how its intent has been made.
Spending-wise, it's badly misplaced, but at the same time, if there are projects in certain areas that need to be done, this is the time to do it. But giving politicians the choice on where to spend it in their wards is even worse. Where the money should be spent should actually be left to the city management, who have a better idea of the city's priorities so it should really be left up to them on where to allocate it.
Timing-wise, it stinks. In an election year, it gives the incumbent another unfair advantage over the newcomers who probably have far more to offer. It's enough that in certain areas there's too many candidates, which already gives the incumbent an advantage. What more do they need to help their chances to get elected?
It doesn't look good for anyone who uses this money. Woe betide the councilor who succumbs to this temptation!
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