1. What triggered you to make this step and run for municipal office?
I felt it was time to give back to Bowen Island. I am deeply concerned about the future of our wonderful island and if I can serve a useful purpose in maintaining and conserving life on Bowen as we know it, that would be very rewarding.
2. What common ground do you share with the other candidates running in this election?
We may all approach it from a different perspective, but at the end of the day I think we all have the same vision; a healthy, sustainable, secure community, where we can thrive together and enjoy all that Bowen has to offer.
3. What are your top three priorities for Bowen?
There is a need to have open and respectful dialogue within the community. Seniors should have the ability to live out their lives on Bowen with supportive housing and enhanced medical facilities. Within the four years I would like to help position Bowen Island as a strong, vibrant community - well able to take on the challenges ahead.
4. Tell me about the community work you have done that your are most proud of?
Over many years I have volunteered on countless community projects, committees, commisions, boards and neighbourhood associations. What I am most proud of is the amazing community spirit and level of commitment of my fellow Bowen Islanders.
5. How will you work to make council open to the concerns and ideas of all Bowen Islanders?
Council should be transparent and welcoming. I am a good listener and will act on citizens’ concerns. I support the idea of round table meetings where the public could voice their concerns or express opinions and maintain the ongoing dialogue between Council and Community.
6. What do you love most about living on Bowen Island?
It’s all about the people! And living in one of the most beautiful, caring places in the world.
