Congratulations / Thanks
As of this afternoon, the civic election results have been declared official. So my congratulations to the returning Councillors, and...
Thank You Nanaimo
I am very grateful for having been re-elected to serve a third term on Nanaimo City Council. It is an honour and a privilege to be...
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
It is important to recognize that our Nanaimo hospital serves not only our city residents, but also those of the regional district and...
Local Issue: Metral Drive
Safety and public disorder, tax rates, and affordable are all important issues to voters this year. But another local issue is getting a...
City Plan
It has been asked why I did not vote in support of the Nanaimo Reimagined City Plan. Let me give my reasons. This was a difficult...
Taxation
Recent years have seen tax increases of over 5%. This is not sustainable, especially for young families and seniors. The increases were...
Thanksgiving
A holiday today, and a time when hopefully most people can rest and relax. And more importantly, a time to reflect about all we have to...
Party Politics
October 9, 2022 - At the federal and provincial levels, party politics are the norm. Party members vote as a block to support party...
Issue: Transportation Plan
It has always been a huge economic asset that Nanaimo is an Island Hub, with a thriving airport, two ferry terminals, and deep-sea port. ...
Issue: Increased Affordable Housing
Many people are not aware that the City has an Affordable Housing Plan, which we must continue to pursue, along with working in...