a head shot of Benjamin Perry

Platform – old

People-oriented growth

Council can take steps to ensure that our city grows in a way that benefits the people of Coquitlam.

Meet Housing needs
Zone for affordable types of housing
Require below market units and rental units
Require more living space and bedrooms
Plan space for services
Towers and density in the right place
Plan for medical clinics, daycares, and schools
Support for small local businesses
Infrastructure that keeps up
Abundant recreation space
Plan to avoid gridlock in a growing city
Make increased road safety a priority

Green liveable city

The people of Coquitlam love our natural environment and we should protect and enhance it.

Tree protection
Mature tree protections
Canopy coverage requirements
Reasonable climate measures
Promote clean, affordable heating/cooling
Growth for active and public transportation
Parks and wild spaces
Protect and Expand parks
Conservation/enhancement of wild spaces

City government focused on resident’s needs

Our government belongs to us – the people of Coquitlam. It should represent residents at the centre of every decision.

Transparent government
Easy to read reports on council decisions
More public deliberation and input
Representing Community
Free from influence of powerful interests
Represent people over for-profit developers
Accessible Government
Increased citizen input to council
Available to meet with voters and citizens