Mississauga voters are gearing up for a special byelection on June 10 to select a new mayor from among 16 candidates. Among the frontrunners are:

**Carolyn Parrish**: A former federal MP with extensive municipal experience, Parrish prioritizes affordable housing, advocating for aggressive density measures and improved development processes. She aims to keep property taxes in line with inflation through quarterly budget meetings.

**Dipika Damerla**: Currently serving as Ward 7 councillor and a former Liberal MPP, Damerla focuses on affordability and congestion issues. She pledges to keep property taxes at or below inflation rates while opposing initiatives like the $27 million Bloor Street project, which would remove traffic lanes for bike lanes.

**Alvin Tedjo**: With a background in academia and government, Tedjo emphasizes generational change and affordability. He proposes freezing property taxes until 2026 by utilizing reserve funds and expects increased revenue from housing growth to sustain this plan. Tedjo supports accelerating development around transit stations and expanding bike lanes for a more accessible city.

**Stephen Dasko**: As the Ward 1 councillor, Dasko emphasizes a forward-looking vision for Mississauga, highlighting crime reduction and efficient spending. He advocates for property tax increases below inflation rates and aims to enhance public safety by investing in a new police station. Dasko also supports extending Toronto’s subway system to improve connectivity.

**Brian Crombie**: A newcomer to the race, Crombie, with a background in corporate finance, focuses on tax reduction and affordability. He proposes slashing or eliminating development fees for rental units under $500,000 to promote affordable housing. Crombie also advocates for reducing reliance on property taxes and fostering a stronger civic spirit.

These candidates offer a range of perspectives and solutions to address the city’s challenges, from housing affordability to transportation infrastructure and public safety.