Software developer to run for mayor

A software developer is the ninth person to register a bid to become Winnipeg’s next mayor.

Noah Redden has signed up for his first political race, with goals to boost Winnipeg Transit service, add cycling infrastructure and increase resources for people coping with addictions and homelessness.

If elected, Redden said he would hire more transit drivers and increase Winnipeg’s bus fleet.

“That would enable us to run more trips during the day as well as more trips later into the night to support shift workers who rely on transit. I would increase investment in bike infrastructure around our city to allow for safer trips,” said Redden.

The 27-year-old political rookie said he would also try to create more shelter space and better co-ordinate the city’s work with community groups that support people who are homeless and/or coping with addictions.

Election day is set for Oct. 28.

Mayor Scott Gillingham is seeking another term, while Umar Hayat, Christopher Clacio, Michael Vogiatzakis, Mazher Alam, Don Woodstock, Josh Pagdato and Johnny Calderon have also registered.