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Powell River council candidate: Kelli Gallagher

With a little more than two weeks until voters go to the polls to choose who will represent Powell River as city councillors, the Peak asked all 13 candidates the following question: Why should Powell River vote for you? Here is the reply from Kelli
Kelli Gallagher

With a little more than two weeks until voters go to the polls to choose who will represent Powell River as city councillors, the Peak asked all 13 candidates the following question: Why should Powell River vote for you?

Here is the reply from Kelli Gallagher:

We are a beautiful, creative hub in an ecologically rich region. A wonderful place for people, for families to live in and stay in. We are so fortunate to have a truly thriving community and culture. My goal is to see our town continue to develop as a healthy, resilient, special place that is inclusive, rich in opportunity and a place our children will be happy to stay in or return to. I also feel strongly that we need more women and mothers in politics.

I value investment in arts, culture and tourism. I will advocate for affordable living in both our job market and housing opportunities. The protection of our environment while mitigating impacts of climate change is also a priority. I’m thrilled that Powell River has signed on to the BC Climate Action Charter with a commitment to be carbon neutral, and would love to be a council representative on our sustainability committee, investigating solar options, geothermal capabilities, local food production and the expansion of electric charging stations and lobbying the province for electric buses.

In all of this, acting in the spirit of reconciliation and collaboration with Tla'amin Nation brings us together, and makes us stronger. It's easy to see the beauty and greatness of this town and all the rich potential that exists in this changing world. I wish to spend my time on council working toward a community that provides opportunity for everyone to prosper and experience the greatest quality of life possible.