I’ve known David West for over 25 years and am pleased to endorse him as a candidate for re-election as mayor of Richmond Hill.  David has been a successful business owner and active community volunteer for many years and served as my Ward Councillor from 2013 until he was elected mayor in the January 2022 by-election.   Since his election David has consistently demonstrated the wisdom of Richmond Hill in choosing him as our mayor. David’s steady leadership has led to a noticeable improvement in the conduct of our city council. Everything he has done reflects thoughtful analysis and decisive decision making, informed by a highly ethical character.  He is a reliable leader who respects the views of others and who has demonstrated the strength of character needed to continue his service as our mayor. Once again, I encourage you to support the David West campaign and to vote for him on October 24, 2022.

Since winning a Richmond Hill Business Achievement Award for his family business in 2004, David West worked hard as a member of the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce.  He served on the Government Affairs Committee, working to support and promote businesses in Richmond Hill.  David served first as the Government Affairs Committee Chair and then the Chair of the Board for the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce in 2009/2010.  During this time, David met with Richmond Hill business leaders and government representatives to collaborate and ensure that the needs of business owners were recognized and supported. He actively presented policy resolutions through the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Canadian Chamber of Commerce Policy Process and brought the needs of Richmond Hill businesses to the attention of government and elected representatives from all over Ontario and across Canada.  David continues to participate on the Richmond Hill Board of Trade Government Affairs Committee with local businesses representatives, helping to support businesses in Richmond Hill.   I absolutely support David West’s re-election for Mayor of Richmond Hill.

You will bring alive a vibrant vision for Richmond Hill. One that’s built with nature and the environment at the forefront and incorporates the historical and cultural aspects of our beautiful community.  I look forward to seeing you continue as our Mayor. 

I have known David West for more than thirty years. Throughout that time, he has been the official photographer for many family events and an advisor to Chorus York, the choir that my husband and I co-founded in 2016. I believe it is important to have a mayor who is a strong supporter of arts and culture. Supporting the diverse cultural activities in our community builds unity and understanding among our citizens. At this critical point in our development, as we grow in size and diversity, the newly formed City of Richmond Hill needs someone with a vision for our multicultural future. David has proven to be a strong supporter of arts and culture and, for many years, served on the advisory boards of a number of arts and culture organizations.  In support of the environment, David promoted the communal consultation process for the Official Plan update, the Mill Pond Park Revitalization, and other community development projects through neighbourhood Town Halls and surveys. In his role as Mayor of the City of Richmond Hill David has proven his ability to control previously unruly members of council who have consistently disrupted meetings, wasted council time, and prevented the passing of important legislation. More recently, David has been supportive in the council vote to bring the City of Richmond Hill into the Charter of Compassion, a growing international movement to promote compassion and diversity. Richmond Hill is the first municipality in York Region take this important step. At this time, we need a mayor who truly represents the citizens of Richmond Hill, someone who is willing to listen to our requests and act in our best interests. I believe David is the right person for this job. He is man of honesty and integrity. He is approachable and has excellent communication skills. I have complete faith in his ability to lead us in the direction our community needs to go.

David West is my choice to continue as Mayor of Richmond Hill and I am happy to support his efforts to lead us to a better future. Most importantly, he has always understood the importance of environmental initiatives, specifically the Community and Energy Emissions Plan to help mitigate climate change. David West is well-spoken, caring, and highly dependable when discussing important issues. I appreciate his integrity and long-time community involvement.

When I met David some 30 years ago, he impressed me as a very dedicated community volunteer and successful local business owner.  I also had the privilege of serving on Council with David and I could see that he effectively represented his constituents by bringing an intelligent and reasoned voice to Richmond Hill Council.  He works well with City staff and other members of Council.  He is respectful towards others and genuinely committed to good governance. In my experience working with David, he never made a decision without researching the issues and consulting with all stakeholders.  He is articulate in communicating and notifying residents of council actions and decisions. 

David exemplifies honesty, fairness, respect and leadership.  David West is the most qualified candidate running for the office of Mayor.

"I've worked with every member of the current Council for years and David West is the only elected official in Richmond Hill who consistently shows respect for the Public's interests.  Our values are similar; David is well-known for his protection of our natural environment. He is also known for his support for our various arts groups. David is a strong community builder and can be seen greeting residents at many community functions. Since Richmond Hill's by-election in January, David West has proven himself to be a responsible and respectable Mayor during these difficult times. David West leads by example. He is a successful business owner and a caring family man. On October 24th. please join me by voting: David West for Mayor." Brenda Hogg, Regional and Local Councillor (Ret.)