City of Duncan Candidate

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Q1. Please tell us a bit about yourself and why you are running.

A: I would like to continue to be involved in my community.  Having spent 20 years owning and operating Discovery Honda and supporting just about every youth sport team in the Cowichan Valley plus being the president of two Rotary Clubs, president of Cowichan Golf and Country Club, chair man of the  Board of Governors of Queen Margaret school plus a whole host of other projects I think I still have a lot to offer our community.

Q2. The community survey results placed a high priority on sustainability, in particular on protecting our watersheds, water supply and water quality, as well as on creating a more sustainable local economy. If elected, please describe what your approach would be to those issues.

A: My approach would be to educate myself about this issue. Being new to civic politics I realize that this is a critical issue for the future well being of the residents of Duncan and it would be a apriority for me to understand and act accordingly.

Q3. The survey results indicated citizens want to see more consultation and accountability between elected officials and their constituents. If elected, please describe what your approach would be to those issues.

A: In business I always had an open door policy with staff and customers.  I think I could bring the same to my position on council.

Q4. What is your position on municipal tax rates and the corresponding level and allocation of services?

A: Once again I will have to do some research to be able to give an informed answer but looking from the outside as a taxpayer it seems fair.

Q5. What is your vision for this area, and how would getting elected help achieve it?

A: I would like to see the down town revitalization continue, take a good look at the amalgamation issues and encourage more residential home growth.

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