JOHN DOOLEY
Experienced.... Proven leadership.... Hard-working.... A name you can trust

My Pledge:

In my first term as Mayor, I committed to the following and  remain committed to these directions:

• restoring PUBLIC CONFIDENCE in local government through common sense decision making, fiscal responsibility, active listening to our citizens and employees.
• delivering CORE SERVICES (roads, sewer, waste management, hydro, police, fire, parks, and transit).
• local business RETENTIONand EXPANSION.
• upfront planning for SMART GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT that meets the needs and aspirations of the community.
• the completion of a viable and sustainable ART GALLERY, MUSEUM, and CULTURAL FACILITIES.
• reaching out to SENIORS to ensure they have RESPECT and a GREATER VOICE.
• working collaboratively with local services towards a comprehensive “Made in Nelson” response to HOMELESSNESS, STREET CRIME, and DRUG ABUSE.
• rebuilding and strengthening LOCAL, REGIONAL, and PROVINCIAL RELATIONSHIPS, including a focus on building clear lines of communication with the Interior Health Authority in terms of understanding and addressing health issues.

During the next term, I also pledge to:

• continue to enhance HEALTH CARE by building relationships, provide leadership and advocating for our needs. I want to see construction started on the main floor, Emergency, and the purchase of a CT scanner at KLH.
• continue my commitment to ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP, viewing all municipal projects through an “impact on the environment” lens.
• complete  THE CHILDCARE CENTRE at City Hall
• deliver a SKATEBOARD PARK.
• continue to PROMOTE NELSON regionally, provincially, nationally and internationally.
• Implement a  COMMUNICATION POLICY AND STRATEGY to enhance understanding and opportunities for input around Council directions.