Steven Muise

Building a stronger, more connected Maple Ridge — where neighbours look out for one another and everyone has a stake in our future.

Supporting local families and small businesses — the backbone of our community — so they can thrive right here in Maple Ridge.

Raising the standard of public communication so major projects are clearly explained, openly discussed, and never pushed through without residents being fully informed.

Commercial growth increases revenue faster than costs!

Maple Ridge is trying to grow without the economic engine that funds growth.

Right now, the city is built on:

• Residential taxes (too high a share)
• Small scale retail (low yield)
• Limited industrial land (almost none)
• Slow commercial recruitment (no anchor employers)
• High infrastructure costs (roads, pipes, rec centre)
• No corporate tax (because municipalities don’t have one)

This creates a trap, residential growth increases costs faster than revenue.

Maple Ridge has more to offer than meets the eye. Focusing on attracting new businesses by using local landmarks, like, Golden Ears Park, as well as our horse and farming attractions as a draw, Maple Ridge can create a more balanced economic engine.

As a resident of Silver Valley, I understand how crucial it is to resolve the single-entry access on Fern Crescent. With our region facing a drier climate and the growing threat of wildfires in BC, having only one way in and out is a serious safety risk. On top of that, the population in Fern Crescent, Rock Ridge, and nearby areas is rapidly growing, and Golden Ears Park now sees over 6,000 visitors on a typical summer day.

We urgently need the 240th Street bridge over the South Alouette. This bridge will not only provide residents and tourists with a second access point, but it will also give emergency services a safer and more logical route for the many callouts they handle in Golden Ears Park. In addition, it will significantly ease congestion around the Fern Crescent/232nd roundabout during the morning commute and help reduce the backup on Yennadon.

For those who know me, you know I like to talk—and more importantly, I get things done. I’d love to hear your ideas and concerns for Maple Ridge. Let me be the people’s voice as your City Councillor.

Thank you for your support—your contributions are truly appreciated and help us move forward.

Maple Ridge is facing major decisions about the proposed rec centre, ice rink, and ball diamonds. These projects matter — but so does the current state of future financial planning.

Many people in our community live on fixed incomes, especially seniors who are barely making ends meet. When taxes rise sharply to fund large infrastructure, we risk pricing out the very people who built this city. This contributes to instability, self-created challenges, and in some cases, homelessness that is right in front of us.

Many people are against losing our great historic Maple Ridge Golf Course. This isn't about stopping development. I believe these projects have been well thought out — but it's about re-evaluating both our financial approach, building responsibly, protecting those at risk, and ensuring Maple Ridge remains livable for everyone as we grow.