I’ve lived in North Vancouver for 38 years and I love this City. As the author of “North Vancouver’s Lonsdale Neighbourhood,” my vision for our City is informed by its historical successes and struggles. As a business Lecturer at Langara College and a former Sr. Planning Manager of TransLink Business Technologies, I have the skills to provide planning oversight and financial stewardship. As a former Chair of North Vancouver City Library Board and Museum & Archives Commission, I have experience working with City staff and volunteers. I have presented Strategic plans and budgets to City Council and Committees. As your independent voice, I will consult with you frequently. I will work to reduce local traffic congestion, parking challenges, pollution, as well as cost of doing business, by prioritizing affordable housing for people who work or live here, and by advocating for more transit services. I will work to improve livability and will advocate for: increasing walk-in clinics, doctor’s offices, and senior facilities; ensuring that all users can share the road safely; planting trees; protecting old healthy trees; supporting community gardens; increasing accessibility for seniors, families, and persons with disabilities; and installing bus shelters to protect us against extreme weather.