The Leaves are Falling: August 2010

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Thinking Forward

Where do you want to be in 3 years, in five years, in ten years? It seems that being asked this question should produce some profound future goals that gives you direct insight into the person answering.

Let me ask you. Were your goals 10 years ago realized and successful? Mine weren't - but I am certainly not upset about that. Had each of my goals been realized - this path that I have taken for the past 10 years would not have been travelled... leading me right here. Realizing that I can be an asset to this city leaves me no other option than to ask you to believe that I am a good representative to speak on your behalf.

I am adding a poll to the site so you can add your insight immediately. You can always email me at jennifer.berg@shaw.ca or call me at 403-606-3707.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Throwing My Name in the Hat

It is almost official - I am running for Alderman in the 2010 Airdrie civic election. Nomination day isn't until September 20th, but I want you to know my intentions.

This year's election will be held on October 18th with only 3 of the original Alderman seeking re-election there is a great opportunity for you to choose a candidate who best represents you, your family and your vision for Airdrie. Aldermen Shawn Howard, Marlene Waever and Richard Siemens are not seeking re-election with Aldermen Kelly Hegg, Glenda Alexander and Fred Burley all seeking re-election (or election to Mayor) along with Mayor Linda Bruce looking to retain her postition as Mayor.

I have only heard of two other possible candidates for Alderman with Darrel Belyk and Trevor Cameron. I look forward to meeting both gentlemen and learning what their goals and visions are.

I have a Facebook page where you can learn more about me and connect with others who are also interested in the future of Airdrie. Look in the "Links" box on the right.

More about Me...

I am running for Alderman in the 2010 Civic Election for the City of Airdrie.

I love Airdrie and have lived here since January of 2001. My husband and I started our family here and look forward to so many more years of seeing our 3 children grow up and experience the great lifestyle that Airdrie has to offer.

I have fixed many of the world's problems at my kitchen table with friends and family - as I am sure you have too and if I am not fully doing my part to make things better, I can't be critical of those who are. I will do my best to make this city have a direction that will benefit it's current citizens ensuring that our future citizens will too be delighted. I want to be part of this changing and growing city's history. I want to ensure that every citizen in town has access to recreation in their own neighbourhoods creating the same quality of life for everyone. My job as Alderman is to speak on your behalf as you see fit, to allow your family to grow, enjoy and stay in Airdrie for generations. Being a voice for the citizens - being your public servant.

Establishing a true community within each neighbourhood, bringing a style and identity to our downtown businesses and growing our arts and entertainment culture are dimensions that I want to add to our city ensuring that Airdrie does not succumb to just being Calgary's "bedroom community".

City growth, intra-city infrastructure, schools and recreation are all topics that have many levels of government involved making them difficult for one Alderman or one council to correct - however, the squeaky wheel gets the grease... I truly believe that a city and it's council united and loud will bring forth change.

Many thanks to you for stopping by and learning about me. Please contact me at jennifer.berg@shaw.ca if you have any questions or would like any more information about me.

Please do go vote for your next city council on October 18th - no vote means no voice.