Ward Three Councillors

Councillor John Chiocchio

• 905-736-0240
• john.chiocchio@welland.ca

Information coming soon.

Reports

• Council Remuneration and Expenditures - quarterly report

Committees and Boards

• Welland Hydro-Electric Holding Corporation

Councillor Sharmila Setaram

• 905-414-2539
• sharmila.setaram@welland.ca

I'm Sharmila and I’m honoured to serve as your Councillor for Ward 3 in the City of Welland. I bring a thoughtful and inclusive approach to municipal decision-making, always striving to reflect the voices and concerns of Ward 3 residents.

I am committed to public service that is grounded in the values of care, compassion, and accountability. With a focus on community well-being, I’ve advocated for improved neighbourhood safety, proactive bylaw enforcement, and stronger support and access to programs for families, seniors, and small businesses.

Professionally, I bring experience in public service, human resources, and non-profit governance. I am a graduate of Queen’s University and the University of Waterloo, and hold a human resources (CHRL) designation. I’ve chaired national organizations like Amnesty International Canada (ES) and Equal Voice, advancing human rights and inclusive governance. These experiences have shaped my commitment to responsible leadership, and inclusive policy-making at the local level.

In 2023, I was honoured to receive the Sovereign Medal for Volunteers from the Governor General of Canada - Canada’s highest honour for volunteerism, recognizing my long-standing commitment to community service.

As your Councillor, I remain focused on delivering practical solutions, strengthening neighbourhood connections, and making our city a welcoming, responsive, and forward-thinking place for all who call it home.

City Committees

• Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
• Welland Downtown Business Improvement Area Board of Management

Provincial Municipal Boards

Board of Directors, Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO),

Elected in 2024, representing the Small Urban Caucus (municipalities with populations 10,000 to 100,000) to further advocate, influence, and collaborate on a broader scale for Welland, the Niagara Region, and residents across the province. AMO Board of Directors

Executive Committee, Ontario Small Urban Municipalities (OSUM)

Focused on advocacy work and organizing opportunities for municipal leaders to come together, learn from experts, and work together to address the unique challenges facing Ontario’s small communities. Executive Committee | Ontario Small Urban Municipalities (OSUM)

Reports

• Council Remuneration and Expenditures - quarterly report