Keith Milner
For Mayor
Dedicated leader. Small business owner. Former RCMP Staff Sergeant. Running for Mayor of Norfolk County to bring fiscal transparency, accountability, and common sense back to town hall.
"Municipal government has a direct responsibility to the people who fund it. Fiscal transparency, clear accountability, and common-sense leadership.
I believe it shouldn’t be about executing grand, top-down bureaucratic projects or rubber-stamping unnecessary spending. It’s about ensuring our community stays safe, our local businesses can grow without endless red tape, and your hard-earned tax dollars are treated with absolute respect.
Accountability in Action
My career has been defined by two major commitments: protecting the public and navigating complex operations to get things done.
Decades of Dedicated Public Safety Service
Before stepping into the business world full-time, I spent over four decades serving as an RCMP Staff Sergeant. In law enforcement, you learn quickly that real leadership requires discipline, accountability, and the ability to listen calmly under pressure. I know what it takes to manage multi-jurisdictional resources, keep communities secure, and protect the most vulnerable. I will bring that exact focus on community safety and organizational accountability to Norfolk County council.
A Local Small Business Owner Who Understands the Grind
As the founder and owner of Bronte Shore Yacht Sales right here in Port Dover, I live the realities of running a local business every single day. I manage tight cash flows, international shipping logistics, and help clients navigate dense regulatory red tape and customs processes. I know how frustrating municipal bureaucracy can be for small business owners in Simcoe, Port Dover, and across the county—because I deal with it too.
A Record of Standing Up for Taxpayers
I don’t just talk about fiscal responsibility—I actively participate in making it happen. When Norfolk County proposed a $100,000 capital expenditure to refurbish a local marina pavilion, I went directly to council chambers and presented line-by-line proof showing that the project was a waste of taxpayer money when basic core infrastructure was what actually needed attention. As your Mayor, I will bring that same sharp pencil to every single county budget.
Our county deserves better
Norfolk County is an incredible place to live, raise a family, and grow a business. But our local government has lost its focus on the basics. We need a mayor who will prioritize fixing our roads, protecting our public spaces, and keeping our communities safe—without treating the taxpayer like a blank check. I’m running to bring common sense back to local government.
— Keith Milner3 Core Commitments to You
Concrete promises, not vague aspirations. Here is exactly what I will prioritize on day one as your Mayor.
Line-by-Line Budget Reviews
No more vanity projects or administrative bloat. We will prioritize essential infrastructure upgrades for our roads, sidewalks, and community centres first. Every dollar spent will be justified to the residents who provide it.
Cutting Red Tape
We will streamline licensing and permitting processes, making it easier for women-led startups, young entrepreneurs, and family business owners to open and succeed across Norfolk County. Growth shouldn’t be blocked by bureaucratic inertia.
Proactive Community Safety
Combining my law enforcement background with integrated social support systems to keep our main streets safe, vibrant, and accessible for everyone. Safety isn’t just about enforcement—it’s about building a community people are proud to call home.