I was born and raised in Victoria, the city I love. I have a Physics degree and I am a laboratory instructor at UVic. I am a problem solver by education and temperament, as well as a hard worker. I like to be helpful. I know that life is not easy for many, and I am running for Council of the City of Victoria in order to make a positive difference in our community. I see many problems in our city and I want to solve them. I am used to challenges. People who know me ⎯ my students, my colleagues and members of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada to which I belong ⎯ know that they can rely on me. I hope that you, too, will put your trust in me by electing me as your Councillor.
A central and perhaps a vital issue, at least in my opinion, is the amalgamation of the disparate municipalities in the greater Victoria area. The present council seems more dedicated to their jobs than achieving progress with this issue. What is your position?
It is not a burning issue at the moment, but it does make sense that Victoria and Saanich should pool their resources to avoid unnecessary duplication of services.