Beginning the 5th of August,( averaging 9 hour days,) considering the large list of Candidates, my choices are these in alphabetical order, with qualifications. I have really enjoyed this opportunity!
NOTE: these candidates are my choice and are not and will never be my puppets.
Mayor...
Sharon Shepherd
http://www.kelowna.ca/CityPage/Docs/PDFs//City%20Clerk/2011%20Election/M_Sharon_Shepherd.pdf
Councilors ... (choose only 4 of the new candidates.... currently running the most popular in the candidates poll. Choosing too many reduces the possiblity of being elected )
*Mary-Ann Graham (Excellent Representative for Rutland, Community, Business, past Regional District)
http://www.kelowna.ca/CityPage/Docs/PDFs//City%20Clerk/2011%20Election/C_MaryAnn_Graham.pdf
*Shane Herrington (Engineer, Business Management, Hospital)
http://www.kelowna.ca/CityPage/Docs/PDFs//City%20Clerk/2011%20Election/C_Shane_Herrington_CampaignStatement.pdf
Robert Hobson (Regional District, Okanagan Mission, etc.)
http://www.kelowna.ca/CityPage/Docs/PDFs//City%20Clerk/2011%20Election/C_Robert_Hobson.pdf
Charlie Hodge (Social, Arts, Kelowna Home Town History)
http://charliehodge.ca/charlie/
*Peter McFadden (Master Accountant, Churches)
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Vote-for-Peter-McFadden/224750680899942
Michele Rule (Respected Social, Green, Very Active)
http://www.kelowna.ca/CityPage/Docs/PDFs//City%20Clerk/2011%20Election/C_Michele_Rule.pdf
*Simon Shaw (Electronics, Community)
http://simonshaw.ca/ I added a poll to my website on this issue... I must admit, I am surprised by the response, I would have thought less people would like the idea of raised highways.
Please come to my site and vote, thanks!
Simon Shaw
Vote Simon Shaw for Kelowna City Councillor on November 19th, 2011.
www.simonshaw.ca | simon@simonshaw.ca
Vote Simon Shaw for Kelowna City Councillor on November 19th, 2011.
www.simonshaw.ca | simon@simonshaw.ca
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*Mark Thompson (Councilor Experience, Business Management)
http://www.kelowna.ca/CityPage/Docs/PDFs//City%20Clerk/2011%20Election/C_Mark_Thompson.pdf
Mohini Singh (Former CHBC Journalist)
http://www.msingh.ca/
These Candidates are intent on creating a Harmonious Council. Discussion will be key... Presenting a good case regarding their opinions as a result of being in touch with their constituents.
One of the prime reasons we have requested a change on Council is the lack of harmony in the past.
Presenting thoughts that are strictly personal instead of consulting the People before hand, has caused many large protests by the People. There is an obvious fact that some of the previous Councilors do not have the necessary time to spend polling their constituents.
Also, the lack of knowledge by the past Councilors has put them at a disadvantage, causing them to send too many request to Staff for their study. Often Staff comes back with recommendations that are not in sync with the intent of those on Council.
School Trustee Candidates
Mark Thompson
http://www.kelowna.ca/CityPage/Docs/PDFs//City%20Clerk/2011%20Election/ST_Mark_Thompson.pdf
Chris Becenko
http://www.kelowna.ca/CityPage/Docs/PDFs//City%20Clerk/2011%20Election/ST_Chris_Becenko.pdf
KRASICHYNSKY, Greg X <
http://www.facebook.com/morrbo
Capital News Friday, September 30, 2011
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To the editor:
Municipal elections will be held in just a few weeks. As always, we need to elect the best people possible to direct the government which is our public business and often the largest business in town.
Many people think about running for public office. A few do.
Following are some criteria you should consider as you decide whether to throw your hat in the ring.
Voters will use these same criteria to evaluate you, so be prepared.
These criteria include eight reasons you should not run, five reasons possibly supporting you running and three things you should do after you step forward. These criteria are broken down into five categories.
FAME:
If you are running to have your name in lights, don't. Politics is not therapy for a damaged ego.
If you want to be liked by everyone, don't run. We need people who have the guts to make tough decisions in the face of adversity knowing that you cannot please all of the people all of the time.
If you have to ask for respect, don't run. You should already command it.
Fortune:
If you are running because you need the money, don't. We do not want elected officials beholden firstly to their pay cheque.
The Ride:
If you are running because you like to cut ribbons, don't. We already have too many glad handers in politics.
If you have already held the position for two terms, don't run. You have had your turn to make a difference. Step aside and allow and encourage new energy to flow in. Do not be a road block. After two terms in any elected position either move up or out.
Do not run to take someone else out. Run for something, not against someone. We already have too much negativity in politics.
If you believe that the bureaucrats should set policy, do not run. You do not understand the system.
Make a difference:
If you truly want to make a difference in community and you qualify for the job, then please run.
Politicians are responsible for deciding how the people's business will be operated. It is usually the biggest business in town as it taxes and spends and sets the rules of conduct for individuals and other businesses alike.
Can you accept responsibility for making decisions without full information when there may be no 'right' answer?
Do you qualify to be a cabinet minister? On city council everyone is a cabinet minister.
Would we put you in charge of a multi-million/multi-billion dollar organization, trusting you to make wise decisions? We do not want mistakes on our dollar. We need people with a track record of success.
Do you inspire people?
After you step forward:
Tell us what you believe the city should look like when it is all grown up. You only get to build a city once. Saying that you want more bike paths is not a vision.
Tell us what your action plan would be with a time schedule.
Be willing to be held accountable. Remember when you assume a position of public trust you become public property.
Lorne Beloud, West Kelowna
Thank You Lorne. Great comments for our elected and want to be elected.
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