Running for my family and yours.
A lifelong Welland resident working on the infrastructure, budget and growth issues that matter to Ward 4.
Bryan Green is 42 years old and a lifelong resident of Welland. He grew up in the Niagara College area in Ward 4 (Page Drive) and also raised his family in the area (Jefferson Court).
Bryan attended Quaker Road public school, Welland Centennial Secondary high school, and Niagara College.
An avid collector of Hawaiian shirts, Bryan is known to sport them at city events or a Welland Jackfish game. Bryan is a Security/Safety Manager for a Fortune 200 company, working at their Canadian HQ. Bryan is married (wife is a nurse), has one daughter (14 years old, attending Notre Dame High School), and the family dog, Mr. Bean.
We accomplished so much in the past four years. And there is so much more we can do. Expand each priority below for the full record.
Inflationary pressures have caused significant budget pressures. Combined tax increases from the City and Region are not sustainable. Service level and service delivery reviews should take place. I firmly believe the Niagara Region service delivery must be reviewed. Municipalities are known to deliver services better and for less. Bigger isn't always better.
I firmly believe that amalgamation talks are not over. I believe that at the conclusion of the October 2026 election, the province will restart these talks. With strong Mayor and strong Regional Chair powers, and mayors only on Regional Council, I firmly believe the province will restart these talks and could have the required mayoral votes to force amalgamation.
My priority in any forced amalgamation talks will be Welland residents. Welland's reserves, which have been built by tax payers for decades, would be a high priority. Taxes, service levels and affordability must be front and center during any forced amalgamation talks.
A look at Bryan around Ward 4, and at the growth taking shape across Welland. Good memories never fade.
I understand the council and budget process. I firmly believe that the amalgamation talk is not over. It may have quieted down with the elimination of regional council. However, I do believe that once the October 2026 election is over, amalgamation will once again be a topic that the provincial government will be having with Niagara. Niagara politicians need to be ready. Welland residents will be my #1 priority in any forced amalgamation talks. Having elected officials that understand the council process, understand the budget process, and understand our reserves & investments will ensure that Welland residents are best represented in any forced amalgamations in Niagara.
I work well with our staff and council. It's important to be respectful of all parties. Delivering for our residents is always my #1 priority, not politics. Positive working relationships delivers positive results for residents. Many things can be done by working respectfully with city staff, and resident matters can be advocated for positively. Residents want to respect council and the work we do. Developers and investors want to respect council and will become hesitant in doing business in Welland if they observe a disrespectful and unpredictable council. I hold myself to high standards and will take responsibility for behaviours for conduct not of an elected official.