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Konstantine Roccas

Independent for Burnaby Council
Governance built on logic and empowering the youth to get involved. The future is my priority.

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Businesses & Jobs

Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres

No Data Centers in Burnaby.

Business Permitting

Ease permits for small business owners particularly if they're starting out.

Economic Growth

Encourage small businesses to open up shop in Burnaby.

Tourism

Promote and work with the community to facilitate more neighborhood events like Hats off Day to encourage visitors to come to Burnaby.

Climate Change, Heat, Fires, & the Environment

Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres

No Data Centers in Burnaby.

Energy-Efficient Buildings

Yes to efficiency as long as it doesn't balloon costs.

Green Space

More Green space and less demolition of green space for development like the Cameron Rec Center.

Private Vehicles & Parking

Increase the dismal parking situation in this city, not make it more difficult.

Urban Heat

Mobilize all city employees in times of a heat dome to transport and/or deliver cooling to residents trapped at home.

Walking & Cycling

Create more pedestrian walkways and pedestrian overpasses.

Zoning

Change zoning laws to allow appointment based businesses on the second floor of buildings to open up ground level for retail.

Community Centres, Libraries, Parks, and Other Public Spaces

Fitness & Sports Facilities

Increase funding and participation for these facilities and offer discounts for people looking to get fit and/or participate in rec sports.

Green Space

More Green space and less demolition of green space for development like the Cameron Rec Center.

Sidewalks & Bike Paths

Bike paths where it makes sense. I'm not turning already small roads into bike lanes unless there is adequate space.

Zoning

Change zoning laws to allow appointment based businesses on the second floor of buildings to open up ground level for retail.

Culture & Events

Tourism

Promote and work with the community to facilitate more neighborhood events like Hats off Day to encourage visitors to come to Burnaby.

Housing & Homelessness

Affordability

Big push to cut fees for small businesses and young people purchasing their first home.

Homelessness

Separate the definition from drug use. Help those down on their luck but I will not facilitate addiction.

Property Taxes

No increases. Already exorbitant enough.

Rent & Rental Stock

Work to facilitate lower rents and get young people in the current glut of condos on the market.

Zoning

Change zoning laws to allow appointment based businesses on the second floor of buildings to open up ground level for retail.

Human Rights

Sex Work

It's existed since the beginning of time.

Local Government, Planning, & Democracy

Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres

No Data Centers in Burnaby.

Budgeting

Focus on efficiency. I don't want needless spending just to hit budgets. Incentivize those who get work done on time or ahead of schedule.

Public Engagement

Open door policy. I value input and your perspective on the community.

Youth Engagement

This is the most important aspect of my campaign. I want to get the youth involved in government.
More youth in condos.
More youth run small businesses.

Mental Health, Drugs, & Addiction

Mental Health Crisis Response

Advocate for the reintroduction of mental care facilities and institutions.

Overdoses & the Contaminated Drug Supply

Zero tolerance.

Public Drug Use

Zero tolerance.

Treatment for Addiction

In approved facilities.

Public Safety & Policing

Public Drug Use

Zero tolerance.

Roads, Transit, & Getting Around

Private Vehicles & Parking

Increase the dismal parking situation in this city, not make it more difficult.

Sidewalks & Bike Paths

Bike paths where it makes sense. I'm not turning already small roads into bike lanes unless there is adequate space.

Transit Projects

Increased service but not at the cost of demolishing certain routes through Burnaby.

Walking & Cycling

Create more pedestrian walkways and pedestrian overpasses.

Biography

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Burnaby Resident for 21 years looking to help make life easier in trying times.

Hello, my name is Konstantine and I'm running as an independent for city council in the upcoming municipal election. I've been living in Burnaby for 21 years and am hoping to keep living here. I graduated from SFU and UBC and have worked in the community since then.

In my spare time I like taking my dog for walks and hikes with my wife. I also enjoy fighting games even though the current crop is sub-par. I am an avid reader and enjoy the classics.

I'm passionate about good governance and ensuring the next generation gets a fair say in things. I feel like we've all been neglected for too long and it's time we shape our futures instead of living in the crumbling remains of the post-war order.

Promises

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Tourism
Promote and work with the community to facilitate more neighborhood events like Hats off Day to encourage visitors to come to Burnaby.
Economic Growth
Encourage small businesses to open up shop in Burnaby.
Business Permitting
Ease permits for small business owners particularly if they're starting out.

Reason for running

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I'm running because I'm concerned that the levers of power are getting further and further away from the youth. People feel apathetic and feel no reason to get involved in municipal politics. I want to give the youth a voice. I want to make it easier for them to get their start.

Life is tough. We've been through multiple 'once in a lifetime' events and some of you aren't even 30 yet. The situation is dire and a general malaise hangs over everyone. I'm only running for councillor but we need to start somewhere. If you think your living situation keeps getting worse I implore you to make a change and vote for me. I can't promise you the world but I do promise that I won't do more of the same which has led to the degradation of living standards for 2 going on 3 generations.

I want to make it easier for you all to get your start in life, I want to stop developers from running roughshod over the city and I want to ensure that your standard of living actually INCREASES which is a marked departure from the current status quo which tries to convince us that managed decline is simply the way it has to be.

I can't promise you the world, but I do promise that I will listen to you all and I will answer every email and inquiry.

As for those outside of that age bracket, I value your input and experience, I think leveraging your concerns will go a long way in ensuring the future integrity of this city. I welcome your feedback as well. I will work for nobody but you all. I won't be bought and I will always use logic to underscore my decision making.


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