2018 Platform
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Responsible, Accountable Governance
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with my council colleagues and with city staff
• Take a balanced approach: bringing together economic, social, environmental, and cultural considerations
• Thoroughly research issues and consult the public before making decisions. Then, explain the reasoning
behind decisions
• Respond to citizen voice messages and emails
within 24 hours
Resilient, Vibrant Business Climate
• Advocate for green, creative and technology based industries, business practices, and jobs
• Propose a review of city regulations and permits for businesses and developers to ensure fairness
• Support continued Downtown and North Shore Business area revitalization
Social Responsibility
• Advocate for initiatives to end homelessness
• Support services for people with mental health challenges and addictions and to help minimize negative impacts on the community
• Support the creation of affordable housing for families and seniors
Healthy Environment
Towards 100% Renewable Energy
• Support establishment of a strategic goal for the reduction of Kamloops’ overall greenhouse gas emissions
• Advocate for the promotion and enhancement of Kamloops’ outdoor recreation opportunities
• Support a comprehensive study of downtown transportation patterns
Vibrant Community
• Celebrate and encourage the development of diverse neighbourhoods
• Advocate for development that maintain the Kamloops feeling of “being just the right size”
• Encourage initiatives that continue the great Kamloops track record of volunteerism and community spirit
Experience, Education, & Community Involvement
• Kamloops City Councillor, 2005-2008, 2011-2018
• Acting Mayor, June - October, 2017
• President, Union of BC Municipalities
(Chair, Presidents and Environment Committee)
• Helped start Junior City Council and Sustainability Advisory Committee
• MA, Professional Communication.MA, Professional Communication.
Graduate Certificate, Dialogue, DeliberationGraduate Certificate, Dialogue, Deliberation