These are, in many cases, huge issues and as you stated that realistically require lengthy investigation, deliberation and discussion by all interested/affected parties.
A further brief response is attached for each question
1. I think City Council needs to invite community discussion on
how our Yes, an annual Public Forum should be implemented to address this issue as well as the current growth implications facing Steinbach. We must, however, understand that current growth is not likely sustainable.
2. I believe City Council should provide
transport alternatives for those Yes, we have reviewed various Public transportation systems and it was felt that such were likely not viable until we reach a population base of 20 to 25 thousand people. I would however like us to continue to develop regional walkways and enhanced bike routes with a possible bike use/rental system to be added to encourage one time users.
3. I believe sound urban development
should include ensuring equal solar Yes, we have focused renewed effort on building connecting walkways and this must continue as more and more people are viewing this form of transportation as a real alternative.
4. I believe the City should provide incentives to individuals and developers who intend to use energy conserving technology. No, incentives might best be left to the other level of Government and Manitoba Hydro.
5. I believe the City should purchase land to increase public green space. Yes, continued expansion of our green space is paramount as was evidenced by the recent addition of the Steinbach Soccer complex with plans for trails in the treed area adjacent to same.
6. I think that local government has a
role in the protection of native Yes, we all have a role in safeguarding plant life for the benefit and use of future generations.
7. I support a role for council in
discouraging the use of plastic bags.
8. I believe that government should
challenge its citizens' ideas or
9. I believe the use of chemicals for
cosmetic lawn and garden purposes
10. I believe the use of chemicals to control
mosquitoes has a negative Yes, I do have concerns as to the impact of wide spread City spraying of mosquito's due to the impact on the environment as well as our citizen's health. At this time I feel that spraying has more risks than benefits as the mosquito season is typically short lived. 11. In recent years large corporations have
taken over the grocery and
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