Platform Introduction for Ward 11

In introducing my platform as candidate for Ward 11, my goal is to give you over the course of the final weeks leading up to the campaign:

1) a sense of who I am, including the way in which I hope to both lead and participate in building our city,

2) the priorities I see facing Ward 11 neighbourhoods and Calgary through both a lens of challenge and opportunity, and

3) invite you to be part of the ongoing dialogue about what you appreciate about your neighborhood, our city, and what ideas you have to support the resilient city we call home.

What I will not do is offer promises that I can’t fulfill. I want to offer more than catch phrases or empty platitudes that don't offer a how or why. If I haven’t been clear, please ask for clarification. 

​I also understand that I don’t have all the answers, nor am I a subject matter expert in all city departments. As a councillor, I would be part of a leadership team that works alongside talented city employees who have a much better understanding and specialization in many departments. I also respect there is ongoing work on strategies, policy, and finances that need to be respected and carried forward.

​My hope is that in the lead up to election day, you will find yourself here, learning more about our city, where you can make a difference, and how I can support your efforts. My hope is that you will see I am considerate, curious, and caring. I am also deeply committed to Calgary, including the complex and nuanced nature of running a City. I won’t oversimplify the issues or the solutions.

Throughout the campaign we're working on three guiding principles - be part of community and amplify community voices, embrace innovation trying new ways to reach citizens (hello TikTok), and look to find commonalities and moments of celebration as the starting point for conversation. The platform details will be no different, all drawing from one or more of these three aspects. There will be a strong focus on neighbourhood amenities, climate resilience, inclusion and action for poverty, racism, and disabilities, and embracing innovation both in ways of thinking and in technology. Platform blog posts will include links to relevant City of Calgary pages and articles as supplementary information. 

These blog posts are just part of the conversations leading up to election day. I have spoken to many topics through Conversations Among Candidates and Online meet and greets (both found on YouTube), as well as weekly 15 minute lives on Facebook and Instagram. 15 Minute Fridays on  Facebook  and Instagram continue to be part of the discussion along with commentary on topics through regular posts on Facebook and Twitter.

Thank you in advance for your interest in Calgary, for being engaged, and for bringing your voice to the conversation.

Kourtney