For Experienced Leadership on Saskatoon City Council

Voice for the West Side

Myles Heidt wants Saskatoon to take on a "Smart Growth" strategy, with a plan to ensure that no one gets left out as we move forward.

"Our nieghbourhoods need to be prosperous, inclusive and sustainable.
We can't afford to leave anyone behind."

• Our ward representative on City Council since 1994
• Resident of our ward for the past 36 years
• Married to Jean for 39 years, with three children and six grandchildren who all live in our ward
• Owns a small business in Saskatoon with his family
• 31 years with SaskTel - 15 years in the Union, 16 years in management

"My leadership skills and 15 years of experience on Coucil will help ensure Saskatoon remains the economic engine of Saskatchewan"

Public Service and Dedication

Myles has been a consistent, active and dedicated volunteer in his local community and throughout the city.

"The people of Ward 4 need and deserve a strong voice to stand up for them at City Hall. I have always taken pride that they have chosen me as their representative."

• Presented with "Volunteer Recognition Award" by the Province of Saskatchewan
• President, Massey Place Community Association
• Member, Dundonald Community Association
• President, Bishop Klein Home and School Association
• Board Member, Saskatoon Baseball Association
• Hockey commissioner, Zone A Knights Hockey
• Board Member, Saskatoon Minor Hockey Association
• Chairman of the Board, Harold Latrace Arena
• Member, Knights of Columbus

Accomplished Representation

Myles is well-known for his approachability, his knowledge of civic issues, and his ability to get things done.

"Affordable housing, transportation, and public safety and security have always been my top priorities on Council ."

• Established Home First inspections, ensuring safe housing for 1000 homes every year
• Voted for an annual $2.5 million for affordable housing
• Secured financing for the South Circle Drive Bridge
• Upgraded intersection at Airport Drive and Claypool Ave.
• Approved Blairmore subdivision and 5 new neighbourhoods
• Promoted development of the river bank
• Opened Shaw Centre and Olympic-sized swimming pool
• Fought for 365-day transit service, subsidized bus passes
• Approved $2.5 million for enhanced bicycle routes
• Supported police service to get more cops on the streets

Experience, Knowledge, Leadership

Myles is ready to take on new challenges in transportation, public safety, sustainable development and the environment.

"We have to show environmental leadership through public transit, waste management, and renewable energy."

• Streamline traffic flow and encourage traffic enforcement
• Open South Circle Drive bridge by October 2012
• Promote proactive policing, and call for ban on knives in public
• Build new police station and develop city yards
• Redevelop bus barn property into affordable housing units
• Create 2500 new affordable homes in next 5 years
• Tax abatement program to allow seniors to stay in their homes
• Replace Mayfair pool
• Complete rive bank development
• Replace transit buses with hybrids, and subsidize bus passes for low-income residents
• Promote eco-friendly development and sources of renewable energy through tax incentives

"We need experience and leadership from Ward 4 to manage our economy and maintain our good credit rating."

For information or for a ride to the polls, contact:

The Committee to Re-elect Myles Heidt

227-0504 or 382-8484

myles.heidt@saskatoon.ca