From: ron hockey ronhockey@hotmail.com
Date: Sun, 06 Nov 2005 16:46:59 -0800
To: crcp_kelowna@yahoo.ca, [Removed], duane@movekelownaforward.com, [Removed]
Subject: Answers

CITIZENS FOR RESPONSIBLE COMMUNITY PLANNING

2005 CIVIC ELECTION QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Do you feel that the present population growth rate of Kelowna which CRCP estimates at being greater than 5% per year is a) acceptable b) too fast c) too slow?

      First we have to be sure that these are facts. Where did this figure come from?Province ?Federal? all are different.Crystal ball projections can't tell us.

2. Do you think Kelowna should continue to expand outwards geographically?

      We need densification of town centres using the best of new technologies to provide sustainable living.Which will save our resources in the future.Agricultural in particular.

3. There is a strategy of growing by increasing residential densities which is sometimes referred to as “smart growth.” Do you think there is a desirable limit to residential densities?

      Economic factors will limit market demands; we should provide new policies,bylaws and procedures to build the best .Kelowna needs to address future needs with solutions.

4. Do you think there should be an overall height restriction for buildings in Kelowna?

      We need to have all buildings verified by a second professional opinion so that citizens are safe in their new homes.Each building should be fully vetted before approval.

5. Do you think there is a maximum desirable population for Kelowna (assuming that Kelowna does not amalgamate with any other municipalities)?

      Do you thing the world's population will stop growing?? NO ,how we solve this dilemna will take the best plans and minds.To make a positive decision for all.

6. Kelowna presently has a deficit of nearly 8,000 units of affordable housing? Which of the following methods do you think would be the best primary way of addressing this problem?

      To reduce our problem we should increase our potential as world leader in tourism and technology. Jobs that pay more benefit all.We can see that across the lake 99 yr leases make a difference in ownership. Perhaps we should look for a community that has already found this solution.

7. If elected to City Council, would you vote in favour of the latest proposal for the Lawson Landing project as was made public by Westcorp?

      This development is still forming different ideas, comprise ,commitment and construction will give Kelowna citizens the best alternative to choose.I look forward to helping Kelowna's future grow.Park lands are for all people.

8. Have you or would you accept campaign contributions from developers in this election?

      Supporters and voters have their own personal reasons why they contribute to our democracy.What is your agenda??

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Ron Hockey