Article, Community Trees, Nature & Conservation
Term 2 /Take 2 Attention people of Saanich: this is a biodiversity alert. Biodiversity Biodiversity Biodiversity Taxes Taxes Taxes My job as an Independent 100% NOT developer-funded councillor is getting harder every day. A voice for the environment, wildlife,... Read more
Article, Arts, Community, & Inclusivity, Energy, Housing, & Buildings, Nature & Conservation
Last month, a Leger poll showed only six per cent of Canadians blame the country’s onerous housing costs on municipalities. As local government, we must remember we are the most powerful level of government for affordability and environmental sustainability because of... Read more
Article, Energy, Housing, & Buildings
I want to share my thoughts on the recent Community Amenity Contribution (CAC) and Inclusionary Housing Policy decision of July 17, 2023. This decision has reduced CACs by 60% (although it includes a review in 1 year) from what was presented to council in March 2023.... Read more