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Mary Wagner
Independent for Langford Council
Climate Change, Heat, & Fires
Energy-Efficient Buildings
I support zero carbon step code emissions level 4
Flooding
We need to do more to mitigate flood risk
Green Space
I promise to make green space a priority in Langford
Private Vehicles & Parking
We need to encourage use of different forms of transportation while recognizing that Langford is still a car oriented community in many places
Urban Heat
I will fight for maintaining tree canopy and for climate resilient buildings
Walking & Cycling
Creating safe and enjoyable walking and cycling routes is critical to our health and supporting affordable transportation options
Zoning
I believe in following long-term plans with strategic development patterns; a strong downtown with balanced, quieter neighbourhoods
Density should be tied to transportation options
Housing & Homelessness
Affordability
Truly affordable housing is non-market and will need more Provincial support - I have and will continue to advocate for this
public recreation and parks must be a backbone of our society
Building Maintenance & Occupant Health
Standards must be maintained
Every building should have a place that is 26C or below
Homelessness
We must support our most vulnerable
Housing Accessibility
Continue our housing strategy to provide accesible options
Indigenous-Led Housing
I support Indigenous-led housing projects
I support affordable non-market housing
Property Taxes
Taxes must be kept under control while still meeting the needs of the community and not overly burdening future generations
Public & Assistive Housing
I support non-profit partnerships and advocate for Provincial funding
Rent & Rental Stock
Continuing to support rental units will support Langford's diverse population
Zoning
I believe in following long-term plans with strategic development patterns; a strong downtown with balanced, quieter neighbourhoods
Density should be tied to transportation options
Human Rights
Physical Accessibility
Accessibility should be embedded in all the City processes
Recent Immigrants
As our population grows we need more supports for recent immigrants through our community partners
Sex Work
We must stive to protect workers' safety and health
Trans Rights & Access to Public Services
Everyone must be treated with respect and have access to public services
Local Government & Democracy
Budgeting
Budgets need to be sustainable to keep things relatively affordable while still meeting the needs of the community
Long-term planning and strategic choices will support sustainable tax levels
Good Governance
I will be collaborative and respectful of others
I will put the public good at the heart of decision making
I will strive for increasing transparency and accountability
Public Engagement
Public engagement will continue to be a focus of my term
Providing a variety of options will help include more people in local government - options that are age-friendly, draw in youth, and support participation of under-represented groups are needed
Youth Engagement
I promise to continue to actively reach out to youth and include the voices of the next generation in my decision making
Mental Health, Drugs, & Addiction
Mental Health Crisis Response
I will advocate to the province for improved funding to those most in need
We should be proactive
Overdoses & the Contaminated Drug Supply
Continued education and prevention initiatives are needed along with community supports
Treatment for Addiction
I will advocate for more treatment funding and a variety of options
Public Safety & Policing
Non-Police-Based Public Safety
Working groups should provide practical solutions for improved design of public spaces
Police Funding
Police funding should be based on evidence and be balanced with other priorities such as bylaw officers
Police Wrongdoing & Accountability
Transparency and accountability to the public should be improved
Upstream Causes of Crime
Preventing crime with social programs and interventions should be explored to deal with the root causes of crime
Public Spaces & Services
Fitness & Sports Facilities
I promise to make recreation options a priority in Langford
Green Space
I promise to make green space a priority in Langford
Health Infrastructure
I will continue to advocate to the province to do more for health care while also stepping up at the local level and supporting a second clinic
Public Washrooms
I believe improving public washroom access is important
Sidewalks & Bike Paths
I will work to connect sidewalks and bike routes to provide transportation options
Zoning
I believe in following long-term plans with strategic development patterns; a strong downtown with balanced, quieter neighbourhoods
Density should be tied to transportation options
Reconciliation & Indigenous Nations
Indigenous Languages
I support Indigenous language initiatives
Indigenous-Led Housing
I support Indigenous-led housing projects
I support affordable non-market housing
Land Title & Governance
I support Indigenous self-governance
Place Names & Commemorations
I will encourage use of Indigenous place names
Residential Schools
I support education on the history of residential schools and recognition of the damage done by residential schools
Transit & Getting Around
Private Vehicles & Parking
We need to encourage use of different forms of transportation while recognizing that Langford is still a car oriented community in many places
Sidewalks & Bike Paths
I will work to connect sidewalks and bike routes to provide transportation options
Transit Projects
I will advocate for more bus service to the Langford
Walking & Cycling
Creating safe and enjoyable walking and cycling routes is critical to our health and supporting affordable transportation options
Biography
submitted by the candidate or their team
I have served on council since 2022 working to balance community, affordability and the environment. I sit on a wide variety of committees from sustainable development to reconciliation to regional water and more. I champion public engagement and good governance.
I was born and raised in Langford. I ran for Council in 2022 to promote public engagement, transparency, and sustainable development. For the past 4 years, I have been working to balance community, affordability and the environment in one of the fastest growing municipalities in Canada.
Before becoming a councillor, I earned a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Victoria. After several years of scientific research experience, I moved back to the heart of Langford where I raised my family while teaching biology at UVic for 15 years. I continue to live in the Langford core with my husband, two teenage daughters and the family cats.
In addition to serving on council and chairing Langford’s Sustainable Development Advisory Committee, I serve on a diverse array of regional committees working on the water supply, reconciliation, climate action, transportation, waste management, parks, hospital and housing, and as the liaison to the Westshore Chamber of Commerce.
I am known for my approachable, collaborative style and my ability to listen deeply. When I'm not at Council or a community event, you might find me curling with my family, attending local festivals, or volunteering.
Promises
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Zoning
I believe in following long-term plans with strategic development patterns; a strong downtown with balanced, quieter neighbourhoods
Property Taxes
Taxes must be kept under control while still meeting the needs of the community and not overly burdening future generations
Public Engagement
Providing a variety of options will help include more people in local government - options that are age-friendly, draw in youth, and support participation of under-represented groups are needed
Reason for running
submitted by the candidate or their team
I believe in a balanced approach where community, affordability and the environment go hand in hand. I am running with the experience of my first term to follow through on our foundational plans from Langford's first Transportation Plan to our first Economic Development Plan.
I am running for re-election to Langford council because I really love this place and the people here. Langford is changing fast! Together we can work for balance and quality of life for current and future residents. My priorities on council include sustainable growth, the environment and greenspace, making sure decisions are based on community engagement, and building safe and healthy communities.
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