for mayor of peachland

Patrick's Platform
Motivated by his community engagement, Patrick’s four years serving on the District of Peachland’s Council has allowed him to identify key sectors for improvement.
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Effective & Accountable Leadership
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Responsibility and Integrity in Local Government
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Transparency
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Maximize Value for Taxpayers’ Dollars

EFFECTIVE & ACCOUNTABLE LEADERSHIP
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ESTABLISH a strong team with the elected Councillors and the District Staff
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ALLOCATE cost-effective resources to investigate issues, achieve CONSENSUS to create a defined plan of action
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IMPROVE communication: timely, relevant community communications from the Desk of the Mayor
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A mayor that ENGAGES with & LISTENS to the Community (Citizens and Businesses)
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ACCOUNTABILITY TO TAXPAYERS
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ADDRESS the needs of all neighbourhoods above Highway 97
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REDUCE red tape
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IMPROVE the planning department permit response times
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AVOID cost overruns on the Protective Services Building (Fire Hall)
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TRANSPARENCY around the use of taxpayers’ dollars
BUILD RELATIONSHIPS with Provincial and Federal Governments
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PARTNER with all levels of government for increased, sustainable economic growth
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SECURE infrastructure funding for sewers, roads, and sidewalks
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ADVOCATE for a reliable 2nd electricity transmission line to Peachland
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LOBBY Interior Health for improved local medical services
STOP WASTEFUL SPENDING
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REDUCE dependence on outside consultants by taking advantage of staff & residents’ expertise
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IMPROVE project planning, oversight, and execution
BALANCED APPROACH TO DEVELOPMENT
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PARTNER with the Province for affordable family housing for tenants and owners
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ADVOCATE & SUPPORT initiatives for diverse housing options for all ages
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CONSULT with residents to restart Downtown Revitalization
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RESPONSIBLE rezoning to accommodate growth
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REVISIT our vision for Beach Avenue. ESTABLISH CR3 zoning to limit the height of the frontage of Beach Ave.
PROTECT AND PRESERVE PEACHLAND’S WATERSHED
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EXPLORE the extension of District boundaries to incorporate more of our watershed
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PRESERVE vital resources for generations to come
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LOBBY for responsible logging & best practices for conservation and longevity
SUPPORT COMMUNITY GROUPS
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EXTEND non-financial expertise and opportunity to non-profit groups to improve leisure, education,
conservation, health &wellness in Peachland
SUPPORT BUSINESS COMMUNITY
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WORK with the Peachland Business Community to improve the local economy and create jobs
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RESTART consultation for downtown revitalization
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ENGAGE YOUNG RESIDENTS AND FAMILIES
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LISTEN to and ADVOCATE for their issues and needs
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ENCOURAGE participation in their community
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PARTNER with a private organization to get A DAYCARE CENTRE in Peachland