Ken Bennett on Facebook Ken Bennett
Independent for Nanaimo Council
Businesses & Jobs
Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres
put adequate controls on hydro and water usage
water consumption is a very large concern as is the hydro usage and possible upgrades needed will effect increases that may fall upon the Nanaimo public
Business Permitting
simplify the permit process
permits are long and drawn out and overly time consuming, simplifying the process is truly needed to encourage business development to grow
Tourism
grow a vibrant community by finding solutions to the ongoing homeless and drug addiction crisis
Climate Change, Heat, Fires, & the Environment
Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres
put adequate controls on hydro and water usage
water consumption is a very large concern as is the hydro usage and possible upgrades needed will effect increases that may fall upon the Nanaimo public
Green Space
try to ensure ecologically sensitive areas are protected
green space is important to us all
Private Vehicles & Parking
ensure when projects are in starting stage that parking is adequate
Urban Heat
cooling areas
City needs to ensure cooling areas are available throughout the city where possible
Walking & Cycling
more sidewalks and properly thought out travel areas for cyclists
Community Centres, Libraries, Parks, and Other Public Spaces
Culture & Events
Housing & Homelessness
Affordability
encourage rental controlled and low income housing.
Homelessness
work hard with the province and other stake holders to find answers
Indigenous-Led Housing
work hard with the province the Sneymeuxw nation to find answers a team approach is needed
Property Taxes
try to get a handle on taxes by using common sense with infrastructure monies given to us.
Human Rights
Local Government, Planning, & Democracy
Mental Health, Drugs, & Addiction
Mental Health Crisis Response
BC government needs to be lobbied for help.
Overdoses & the Contaminated Drug Supply
All hands on deck ... both Federal and Provincial governments need to step up and do their share. we can do our share but this is a mountain and we have a shovel and bucket
Treatment for Addiction
All hands on deck ... both Federal and Provincial governments need to step up and do their share. we can do our share but this is a mountain and we have a shovel and bucket
Public Safety & Policing
Non-Police-Based Public Safety
encourage neighborhood watch programs
Police Funding
closely look into city funding in place
Police Wrongdoing & Accountability
encourage third party review committee
Upstream Causes of Crime
Upstream causes of crime are systemic, foundational conditions—such as poverty, childhood trauma, and social inequality. Consultations with stakeholders and other governments is key
Reconciliation & Indigenous Nations
Indigenous Languages
encourage opening communication with Sneymeuxw partnerships for potential opportunities
Indigenous-Led Housing
work hard with the province the Sneymeuxw nation to find answers a team approach is needed
Land Title & Governance
this would be a federal and provincial matter
Place Names & Commemorations
this can be accommodated where appropriate with pronunciations for non indigenous persons
Residential Schools
this is also a federal and provincial matter but needs acknowledgement from all levels including municipal
Roads, Transit, & Getting Around
Private Vehicles & Parking
ensure when projects are in starting stage that parking is adequate
Sidewalks & Bike Paths
sidewalks are a priority adding properly designed bike lanes when and where appropriate
Transit Projects
work strategically to ensure more efficiency for transit users
Walking & Cycling
more sidewalks and properly thought out travel areas for cyclists
Reason for running
submitted by the candidate or their team
I’m a good team player and care about my city. I can offer honesty, integrity and common sense in my decision making. Getting a handle on taxes, making it affordable to live for lower income and seniors. Making it safer in our communities. I listen.
I've lived in this wonderful city for over 29 yrs, a city that embraces inclusion to all. Nanaimo is a very diverse City with many diverse cultures. I want to see Nanaimo remain vital and thriving for all its citizens I believe ALL people should be treated with fairness & dignity.
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