In order to get to know the candidates a little better, XM105FM prepared the following three questions and e-mailed them to all the candidates:
- What skills and experience do you have that makes you the right fit for the role mayor of Drayton Valley?
- From your perspective, what are the key election issues in Drayton Valley?
- What is your number one promise to the residents?
There are two people running for mayor in Drayton Valley: Nancy Dodds and Corey Peebles
Nancy Dodds
What skills and experience do you have that makes you the right fit for the role mayor of Drayton Valley?
I take pride in my last four years on council and have demonstrated strong leadership in my work to date. I have worked hard to move ideas successfully forward.
I graduated from the University of Alberta with a background in Planning & Development. My education and knowledge is key when it comes to making council decisions as the majority are planning related. It is advantageous to guide future growth, development and investment to our community. When it comes to streamlining processes and custom tuning initiatives that support residents and businesses, understanding this is important.
My goal is to inspire, attract and support a safe sustainable community with economic opportunities and a high quality of life. Having this knowledge, this drive and experience is key in building a strong community with a high quality of life and an asset when making decisions.
From your perspective, what are the key election issues in Drayton Valley?
I intend to build on inter municipal cooperation and strengthen these relationships, look for efficiencies and cost-sharing initiatives.
It’s important to implement an asset management plan that looks at the best possible investment decisions for our infrastructure assets. Where we are and where we would like to be. Looking at preventative maintenance and replacement costs.
I’ve worked hard to create a College community and brought partners like the University of Alberta, NAIT, Health Care Aide Academy and Northern Lakes College to our community. This has enabled improved access to post-secondary education, training and re-skilling that translates to rural jobs. This has also brought $1 million in grants, jobs & partnerships with the U of A.
If elected, I will continue to work hard to create jobs, partnerships and opportunities for Drayton Valley.
What is your number one promise to the residents?
I am willing to put in the hard work and lead with good governance, transparency, openness and the community in mind. I promise to continue to work hard and be actively listening and engaging with the community. Now more than ever we need a leader who can fully commit to the job as Mayor. One who understands the role, who is supportive and passionate of our community needs.
You can find out more about Nancy Dodds from her Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/forTownCouncil
Corey Peebles
What skills and experience do you have that makes you the right fit for the role of mayor of Drayton Valley?
Throughout my life, I’ve been a guy that when things get tough, I step up. I love Drayton Valley and I feel that I have the leadership skills to help take it to the next level. My years of connecting with youth and adults as a pastor, seven years in building multiples businesses, serving two terms on town council, and raising my family here, have all given me a well-rounded skill set and capacity to serve the community. I believe that an important part of leadership is the willingness to address difficult issues. I have worked and will continue to work to make myself as approachable as possible to the community.
From your perspective, what are the key election issues in Drayton Valley?
- A greater sense of community spirit
- Economic growth and job protection
- Homelessness & poverty
What is your number one promise to the residents?
Promises and Politics. That’s a tough one.
I promise to do everything in my power to connect with and listen to what resonates with our community.
You can find out more about Corey Peebles from his Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/imapeeblesperson
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