Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece took his constituents’ concerns directly to the floor of the Ontario legislature in a member’s statement on May 16.
A press release from the MPP’s office says the statement highlighted feedback from those who filled out Pettapiece’s survey, which was part of a winter update Newsletter he sent to all constituents.
“At top of mind for my constituents are skyrocketing energy costs. I heard heartbreaking stories about the impact that high bills are having. One couple had to sell their home as they couldn’t afford their bills,” Pettapiece said in his statement.
“When asked what this government’s top priority should be, two answers dominated the responses: reduce energy costs and reduce government spending. Sadly, this government has done neither during their 13 years in power.”
Pettapiece said constituents are also concerned about plans to introduce a provincial pension plan.
“When it comes to the government’s plans to introduce the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan, a staggering 70 per cent of my constituents who responded are opposed. Nearly everyone who responded does not support the government’s changes to the Estate Administration Tax. In fact, 88 per cent of respondents told me that they’re very concerned with the amount of debt this government has racked up. Over 90 per cent of respondents have not received the 15 per cent reduction in auto insurance rates that this government promised them.”
Pettapiece stated he appreciates the advice provided through the survey and will “continue to stand up for the issues that matter to us in Perth-Wellington.”
