Shelley Leonhardt
Businesses & Jobs
Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Data centres are important for the storage of our computer systems cooling & security. They are necessary however, need to be built where they do not take away farm land & green spaces.
Economic Growth
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Having more opportunities for businesses to develop & grow providing more jobs & stability. We must work with our businesses to help them improve in productivity, investment, technology, etc.
Government Procurement
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
To have our city using its best sourcing for goods, services, etc. to ensure that our monies are well spent & supporting our local community suppliers as much as possible.
Jobs for young people
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
By encouraging and making it easier for businesses to open in Richmond, it will provide the necessary jobs that are needed for our young people to be able to stay, live & work in Richmond.
Small Businesses
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
By having the City of Richmond be “Open for business” every day to make it easier for small businesses to get started.
Tourism
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Tourism is so very important to our city and I would encourage our council to assist with attracting more free cultural events for our residents.
Climate Change, Heat, Fires, & the Environment
Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Data centres are important for the storage of our computer systems cooling & security. They are necessary however, need to be built where they do not take away farm land & green spaces.
Energy-Efficient Buildings
Shelley Leonhardt's promises
Energy efficient/smart building solutions
Energy Efficient/smart building solutions are necessary for our city to save money.
Flooding
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Constantly monitor our dykes to ensure they will handle any flood issue that may happen. The city currently has a Dike Master Plan to upgrade them in advance of sea level rise & climate change.
Green Space
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Monitor and increase number of libraries, community centres, parks, as needed for the population growth
Private Vehicles & Parking
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
As the city continues to grow and add new buildings, we must ensure there are enough parking spaces to house the residents
Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
By expanding our bus/transit lines, it will ease up the number of cars on the road and help with emissions.
Urban Heat
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Keep the residents informed about heat related health risks. The city has a Heat & Poor Air Quality emergency operations plan that will be followed.
Walking & Cycling
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Richmond has many walking/biking spaces & will continue to monitor the need for more. There are also fishing piers, Nature park bog forest & public art pieces & again will add as the community needs grow.
Water & Sewage
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Essential to provide safe & reliable supply of clean tap water & follow the Sanitary Sewer Bylaw for Richmond.
Zoning
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
The City has an interactive map that one may use to see the various zoning areas. On this map, you are able to see green spaces, fire-halls, hospital, community centres & school locations, etc.
Community Centres, Libraries, Parks, and Other Public Spaces
Green Space
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Monitor and increase number of libraries, community centres, parks, as needed for the population growth
Zoning
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
The City has an interactive map that one may use to see the various zoning areas. On this map, you are able to see green spaces, fire-halls, hospital, community centres & school locations, etc.
Culture & Events
Housing & Homelessness
Local Government, Planning, & Democracy
Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Data centres are important for the storage of our computer systems cooling & security. They are necessary however, need to be built where they do not take away farm land & green spaces.
Government Procurement
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
To have our city using its best sourcing for goods, services, etc. to ensure that our monies are well spent & supporting our local community suppliers as much as possible.
Public Services
Roads, Transit, & Getting Around
Private Vehicles & Parking
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
As the city continues to grow and add new buildings, we must ensure there are enough parking spaces to house the residents
Walking & Cycling
Shelley Leonhardt's promise
Richmond has many walking/biking spaces & will continue to monitor the need for more. There are also fishing piers, Nature park bog forest & public art pieces & again will add as the community needs grow.
Biography
submitted by the candidate or their team
Shelley has spent more than 30 years serving the Richmond Community through business leadership, nonprofit work & public service.
A former CEO of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce, a successful entrepreneur, & longtime community advocate, Shelley is known for her integrity, compassion & ability to get things done. Her experience supporting local businesses & helping vulnerable women & children access safety & support has given her a deep understanding of the challenges facing Richmond families & businesses today.
Reason for running
submitted by the candidate or their team
I love this city - my family & I have lived here for 30 years and it has been so good to us. I want to give back through public service to the community that has given us so much!