After the September 14 deadline passed for declaring candidacy in the upcoming City of Powell River general election on Saturday, October 20, the Peak asked mayoral candidates: Why should Powell River vote for you?
Here is Glenn Holstine's answer:
Let's take care of basic infrastructure of our city. All water main replacement must continue until completion.
$600,000 for paving is not enough. More funding with co-operation of provincial government when Marine Avenue/Highway 101 is involved.
A new firehall is of utmost importance to be able to withstand a seismic event.
The ambulance station needs improvement.
Cooperation with regional districts and first nations will be honourably addressed with clear communication.
Jobs within the district (staff/union) must be respected at all levels. More opportunities will arise as our city inevitably grows.
Foreign investment and our rental housing crisis will be readdressed and debated until positive results are achieved.
Small business and arts and culture provide the base to maintain a healthy, diverse and thriving financial local economy.
I support Catalyst workers and management with the ongoing challenges they face.
Youth and senior involvement is highly encouraged with their voices heard through creative delegations and contributions to council.
I am married with two daughters, three sons and one granddaughter. My parents established residence here in 1976.
With 36 years as a first responder, an experienced crewman three engineer, I was also chairperson of the safety committee for International Forest Products. Now I am soon to complete my certification as captain in the maritime industry.
2007 was my first delegation to council. I ran for councillor in 2011 (957 votes).
I have attended Committee of the Whole and council meetings on a regular basis, mainly in the last two years.
