Positions
12 public records across 5 topics. Read the position, proposed action, context and original evidence together.
Look for cost, timing and who has authority to act. A published statement is not automatically a complete plan or an answer to the question below. Missing records do not mean a candidate declined to answer.
Taxes & spending2 public records · 2026-09-16Opposes additional hiring for outsourced maintenance and suggests existing road and arena staff handle grass cutting.
What would you change in the budget, what would it cost, and how would you pay for it?
Public statement · 2026-09-16
Opposes additional hiring for outsourced maintenance and suggests existing road and arena staff handle grass cutting.
- What workload and equipment review would show that existing staff can take on grass cutting?
Context and limits
This answer concerns bringing outsourced work in-house; he separately supports a dedicated bylaw officer. Staffing figures are not verified.
Source notes
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Public proposal · 2026-09-16
Wants a ceiling on tax increases and identifies it as a priority motion.
- Proposed action
- Bring a tax-increase ceiling motion.
- What exact ceiling do you propose, which tax measure does it cover, and what would be deferred?
Context and limits
The displayed captions give inconsistent percentages; no number is reliable without checking the audio.
Source notes
YouTube displayed captions reviewed; audio not independently checked.
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Roads & infrastructure2 public records · 2026-09-16Wants clarity about purchased policing hours and favours police presence at speeding locations, questioning signs’ lasting effect.
Which roads or infrastructure would you prioritize, and when?
Public statement · 2026-09-16
Wants clarity about purchased policing hours and favours police presence at speeding locations, questioning signs’ lasting effect.
- Which locations should receive enforcement first, and what speed data would demonstrate improvement?
Context and limits
Reported resident concerns and impressions of sign effectiveness are candidate statements, not measured service results.
Source notes
YouTube displayed captions reviewed; audio not independently checked.
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Earlier statement · 2024 statement
In his 2024 campaign, called for safer roads and improved budgeting for roads and bridges.
- Do you still support this priority, and which road or bridge need would you fund first?
Context and limits
Historical 2024 by-election statement; not a confirmed 2026 commitment. The date must remain prominent wherever displayed.
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Growth & planningNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
Where should growth happen, and what conditions would you require?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
HousingNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
What would you do to make housing more available and affordable?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
Downtown & businessNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
What would you change for local businesses and the downtown?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
Children & recreationNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
What would you improve for children, recreation and community spaces?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
Public services2 public records · 2026-09-16Says he needs substantially more research before taking a position on the Safe and Well plan.
Which public services would you improve, and how?
Public statement · 2026-09-16
Says he needs substantially more research before taking a position on the Safe and Well plan.
- What information do you need before deciding whether to support the plan?
Context and limits
Source notes
YouTube displayed captions reviewed; audio not independently checked.
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Earlier statement · 2024 statement
In his 2024 campaign, supported recruiting more doctors to improve local access to care.
- Is doctor recruitment part of your 2026 platform, and what municipal role do you propose?
Context and limits
Historical 2024 by-election statement; not a confirmed 2026 commitment. The date must remain prominent wherever displayed.
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Public accountability4 public records · 2026-09-16Supports private flag displays, opposes LGBTQ flags on the community pole, and wants LGBTQ issues outside politics.
How will you explain your decisions and report on your promises?
Public statement · 2026-09-16
Supports private flag displays, opposes LGBTQ flags on the community pole, and wants LGBTQ issues outside politics.
- How would you ensure LGBTQ residents have equal access to representation and municipal services?
Context and limits
His description of vandalism is his opinion; no legal hate-crime finding is established here.
Source notes
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Public proposal · 2026-09-16
Supports a full-time Township bylaw officer, post-occupancy building-use checks and responses to every bylaw complaint.
- Proposed action
- Check building use after occupancy.
- What would this staffing and inspection program cost, and how would lawful access be handled?
Context and limits
Inspection powers and anticipated enforcement revenue are not verified; this is a proposed approach.
Source notes
YouTube displayed captions reviewed; audio not independently checked.
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Public statement · 2026-09-16
Opposes single-tier County government and wants two Norwich representatives on Oxford County Council.
- How would you pursue an additional County seat while assessing the implications for other municipalities?
Context and limits
The proposed representation change is a preference, not an adopted change or verified implementation route.
Source notes
YouTube displayed captions reviewed; audio not independently checked.
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Earlier statement · 2024 statement
In his 2024 campaign, emphasized bylaw enforcement and a safe, welcoming Township for residents.
- Which bylaw-enforcement outcome would you report publicly so residents can assess progress?
Context and limits
Historical 2024 by-election statement; not a confirmed 2026 commitment. The date must remain prominent wherever displayed.
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Water & environmentNo public answer foundWhat would you do?
What will you do to protect water and the local environment?
No public answer found in the records included on this profile. This is a coverage gap, not evidence that the candidate has no position or has refused to answer.
Community life2 public records · 2026-09-16Raises concerns that outlying communities feel overlooked, while recognizing competing service demands across the Township.
What would you do to strengthen life in this community?
Public statement · 2026-09-16
Raises concerns that outlying communities feel overlooked, while recognizing competing service demands across the Township.
- How would you compare service access across hamlets and publish the resulting priorities?
Context and limits
Accounts of resident sentiment are his canvassing reports; annexation claims are not adopted as fact.
Source notes
YouTube displayed captions reviewed; audio not independently checked.
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Public proposal · 2026-09-16
Wants removal of a gas station discussed near the Township’s boundary with Tillsonburg.
- Proposed action
- Raise the matter with council.
- Which property and legal process do you mean, and who would pay for removal and any remediation?
Context and limits
The property identity, ownership, condition, removal authority and costs have not been independently verified.
Source notes
YouTube displayed captions reviewed; audio not independently checked.
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Public-service roles and recorded actions
Public-service role · Date not stated
The Township’s committee list identifies King as a member of the Otterville Park Advisory Committee.
Context and limits
Existing research checked this public listing September 30, 2026. Membership does not establish a position on every committee matter.
Questions still open
- What park priorities have you advanced through that committee, and where can residents review them?
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Still to answer5 topics without a public answer
- How would you ensure LGBTQ residents have equal access to representation and municipal services?
- What information do you need before deciding whether to support the plan?
- What workload and equipment review would show that existing staff can take on grass cutting?
- Which locations should receive enforcement first, and what speed data would demonstrate improvement?
- What would this staffing and inspection program cost, and how would lawful access be handled?
- What exact ceiling do you propose, which tax measure does it cover, and what would be deferred?
- How would you pursue an additional County seat while assessing the implications for other municipalities?
- How would you compare service access across hamlets and publish the resulting priorities?
- Which property and legal process do you mean, and who would pay for removal and any remediation?
- Do you still support this priority, and which road or bridge need would you fund first?
- Is doctor recruitment part of your 2026 platform, and what municipal role do you propose?
- Which bylaw-enforcement outcome would you report publicly so residents can assess progress?
- Growth & planning
Where should growth happen, and what conditions would you require?
Add an answer · Add an existing source - Housing
What would you do to make housing more available and affordable?
Add an answer · Add an existing source - Downtown & business
What would you change for local businesses and the downtown?
Add an answer · Add an existing source - Children & recreation
What would you improve for children, recreation and community spaces?
Add an answer · Add an existing source - Water & environment
What will you do to protect water and the local environment?
Add an answer · Add an existing source
Background
King is an Otterville resident and retired truck driver. His 2024 profile describes 47 years in trucking, including work at Holland Hitch and CNC Transportation.
King is an Otterville resident and retired truck driver. His 2024 profile describes 47 years in trucking, including work at Holland Hitch and CNC Transportation.
In the 2024 interview he described lifelong township ties and more than five decades living in Otterville.
- Roy King: historical 2024 by-election profileBackground from the 2024 Ward 1 by-election. These earlier statements must not be treated as a confirmed 2026 platform.
Public history
Public-service rolesOn Community life
Public historyListed as a member of the Otterville Park Advisory Committee.
- Township boards and committeesA listed committee role does not establish an individual position on every committee matter.
Public statementsOn Public accountability, Public services, Taxes & spending, Roads & infrastructure, Community life
- Supports private flag displays, opposes LGBTQ flags on the community pole, and wants LGBTQ issues outside politics. Public statement
- Says he needs substantially more research before taking a position on the Safe and Well plan. Public statement
- Opposes additional hiring for outsourced maintenance and suggests existing road and arena staff handle grass cutting. Public statement
- Wants clarity about purchased policing hours and favours police presence at speeding locations, questioning signs’ lasting effect. Public statement
- Supports a full-time Township bylaw officer, post-occupancy building-use checks and responses to every bylaw complaint. Public proposal
- Wants a ceiling on tax increases and identifies it as a priority motion. Public proposal
- Opposes single-tier County government and wants two Norwich representatives on Oxford County Council. Public statement
- Raises concerns that outlying communities feel overlooked, while recognizing competing service demands across the Township. Public statement
- Wants removal of a gas station discussed near the Township’s boundary with Tillsonburg. Public proposal
Public statementsOn Roads & infrastructure, Public services, Public accountability
- In his 2024 campaign, called for safer roads and improved budgeting for roads and bridges. Earlier statement
- In his 2024 campaign, supported recruiting more doctors to improve local access to care. Earlier statement
- In his 2024 campaign, emphasized bylaw enforcement and a safe, welcoming Township for residents. Earlier statement
Public historyReceived 329 votes in the 2024 Ward 1 by-election.
- Official past election resultsHistorical results, not 2026 voting intentions. The page also includes obsolete election instructions; use the current election site for voting.
Full interview
The issue summaries above organize the statements by topic. The full interview remains available for context.
Watch on YouTubeSources and updates
- 2026 municipal election 2026Candidate list and election method. Names extracted; no personal addresses republished.
- Roy King: historical 2024 by-election profileBackground from the 2024 Ward 1 by-election. These earlier statements must not be treated as a confirmed 2026 platform.
- Township boards and committeesA listed committee role does not establish an individual position on every committee matter.
- Official past election resultsHistorical results, not 2026 voting intentions. The page also includes obsolete election instructions; use the current election site for voting.