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re-elect Colleen Jones for the Mayor of the City of Trail 2026

MOVING TRAIL FORWARD

There is still important work ahead. Many of the projects and priorities we have been working on are now moving into their next stages, while new opportunities and challenges are emerging. The next steps are about building on the work already underway, continuing to focus on housing, public safety, infrastructure, health care, economic development, seniors and families. All of this while planning for the future.

1. Community Safety & Shelter Management

next steps for the 2026 - 2030 term

  • Continue the early planning discussions already underway on a longer-term shelter solution.

  • Work with BC Housing, the Province, regional partners, and service providers to improve communication with residents and neighbourhoods affected by shelter decisions.

  • Advocate for supportive housing and other housing options so the shelter is not the only response available.

  • Support implementation of a Situation Table so agencies can work together on individuals and situations presenting elevated risk.

  • Advocate for the provincial Homeless Encampment Action Response Team (HEART) program in Trail.

  • Support HEARTH temporary housing opportunities where they can help provide appropriate shelter options.

  • Continue to support the Special Crimes Unit.

  • Continue to support the Integrated Border Enforcement Team (IBET) and its work addressing cross-border crime.

  • Continue to advocate for visible policing and adequate RCMP staffing.

  • Support strong coordination between RCMP, bylaw, fire, ambulance, outreach, and community partners and volunteers.

  • Continue to push senior levels of government for mental health and addictions treatment, recovery, and housing support.

2. Housing & Downtown Revitalization

next steps for the 2026 - 2030 term

  • Move redevelopment of 900 Spokane / 901 Helena forward.

  • Encourage more downtown housing.

  • Support workforce, student, seniors, and attainable housing.

  • Identify other opportunities for housing development.

  • ​Support responsible private-sector development.

  • Review bylaws and processes that slow down appropriate development.

  • Remove unnecessary barriers where we can.

  • Ensure infrastructure is ready for future growth.

  • Continue downtown revitalization and support businesses already operating in our downtown.

3. Seniors, Health Care & Environmental Health

  • Encourage more accessible housing for seniors.

  • Help seniors remain in Trail as they age.

  • Improve accessibility in City infrastructure and facilities.

  • Consider seniors when planning sidewalks, crossings, and transportation.

  • Support recreation and social opportunities.

  • ​Work with community organizations that provide important services to seniors.

next steps for the 2026 - 2030 term

  • Make seniors part of our housing and downtown-development planning.

  • Continue my leadership through the Trail Health & Environment Committee.

  • Advocate for health services close to home and work with Interior Health, the Province, and Selkirk College.

  • Support local health-care training and advocate for recruitment and retention of health professionals.

  • Continue environmental health monitoring and prevention work.

4. Financial Responsiblity & Good Government

next steps for the 2026 - 2030 term

  • Keep municipal spending responsible.

  • Continue aggressively pursuing grant funding.

  • Prioritize essential infrastructure and plan ahead rather than waiting for infrastructure to fail.

  • Make sure infrastructure can support future housing and economic development.

  • Clearly explain project costs and funding sources to residents.

  • Continue looking for efficiencies while protecting essential services.

  • Ask for stronger year-round reporting from the Regional District.

  • Review areas where services may be duplicated and consider if some could be delivered more efficiently by the City.

  • Make sure Trail Council understands significant regional spending changes that affect local taxpayers.

  • Clearly explain the difference between City taxes and regional taxes.

  • Continue asking questions about the value and cost of the services Trail receives.

  • Advocate for transparency, accountability, and value for Trail taxpayers.

  • Plan future neighborhoods and development around our soon to be adopted Official Community Plan.

  • Continue working with regional economic-development partners.

  • Support Teck and other major employers while encouraging economic diversification.

  • Complete childcare projects that help working families and employers.

  • Continue working as a Council team and recognize the contribution of City staff.

  • Improve communication following Council meetings and provide clearer project updates.

  • Listen to residents, including when we disagree, and continue building respectful relationships with regional, provincial, and federal partners.

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