Trey Bell on Facebook Trey Bell
Independent for District of North Vancouver Council
Trey’s priorities; improving traffic congestion; better transit; more childcare & recreation opportunities; support for non-profits; affordable housing; responsible well planned development that doesn’t come at the expense of forests, expanding parks; & lowering tax increases.
Climate Change, Heat, & Fires
Energy-Efficient Buildings
Support for high energy-efficiency standards for new developments
Aiming to reduce long-term energy use and costs.
Encourage and incentivize energy-efficiency retrofits of existing homes and buildings, rather than focusing climate policy only on new construction.
Lead by example with District buildings, prioritizing practical energy-saving upgrades when municipal facilities are renovated or replaced.
Expand EV fast-charging infrastructure in District-owned parking lots and other appropriate locations.
Flooding
Protect forests, wetlands and natural drainage areas that absorb rainfall and reduce runoff.
Prioritize upgrades to aging stormwater infrastructure in areas facing increased flooding risk.
Require new developments to properly manage stormwater on-site, so development doesn’t simply push additional runoff onto neighbouring properties
Expand green infrastructure, including permeable surfaces, rain gardens and other natural stormwater-management approaches where practical.
Plan proactively for increasingly severe rainfall events, incorporating future climate conditions into infrastructure planning rather than relying solely on historic rainfall patterns.
Green Space
No loss of publicly owned natural forest for new for-market development.
Expand the District’s parks system by identifying environmentally valuable District-owned lands that can be permanently protected.
Designate the forest west of the Maplewood Fire & Rescue Centre as protected municipal parkland, with environmentally sensitive walking access.
Strengthen protection for significant and heritage trees, particularly large mature native trees.
Prioritize housing on previously developed or disturbed land rather than clearing forests.
Private Vehicles & Parking
Protect reasonable parking requirements in new developments, so new housing doesn’t create unnecessary parking pressure on surrounding neighbourhoods.
Maintain adequate parking at parks, recreation facilities and community destinations. Parking at District managed parks should always be free for DNV residents
Urban Heat
Protect and expand North Vancouver’s tree canopy, recognizing mature trees as important infrastructure for cooling neighbourhoods during extreme heat
Protect forests while improving wildfire resilience, using science-based forest management such as clearing brush and ground level “fuel” rather than broad clearing of healthy trees
Improve emergency preparedness for wildfire and extreme-heat events, particularly in neighbourhoods adjacent to forested areas.
Use native and climate-resilient trees in District planting programs to build a healthier long-term urban forest.
Walking & Cycling
Build a safer, better-connected cycling network, focusing on eliminating gaps
Improve pedestrian safety at dangerous intersections and crossings, particularly around schools, parks and community centres.
Make town centres more walkable, allowing residents to reach shops, services, parks and transit safely without needing a car for every trip.
Support the mountain-biking community and work collaboratively on sustainable trail access.
Ensure transportation planning works for everyone — pedestrians, cyclists, transit users and drivers — rather than treating these modes as being in competition.
Zoning
Prioritize infill and redevelopment of already-disturbed land rather than clearing forests for housing.
Prioritize affordable rental, seniors’ housing, social housing, housing diversity and rent-to-own opportunities when negotiating community benefits from development.
Support moderate density where infrastructure and transit can accommodate it, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach across the District
Scrutinize development proposals through a livability lens; considering traffic, infrastructure, affordability, green space and other neighbourhood impacts
Give neighbourhood residents a meaningful voice in major development decisions and make the District’s online development consultation system much easier to use
Housing & Homelessness
Affordability
Apply an affordability lens to District decisions, considering how taxes, fees, housing and municipal policies affect the everyday cost of living.
Increase the supply of genuinely affordable housing, not simply housing that is more expensive but smaller
Support more housing options for families, seniors, young adults and people with disabilities so residents aren’t forced to leave their community as their needs change
Expand partnerships with non-profits and other levels of government to deliver affordable housing and community services
Keep annual District property-tax increases lower; to increase annually by as close to the cost of living as possible (around 2%)
Building Maintenance & Occupant Health
Ensure District-owned housing and facilities are properly maintained, with problems addressed before they become expensive emergencies.
Support strong enforcement of health and safety standards for residential buildings where the District has jurisdiction.
Encourage improvements to older buildings rather than unnecessary demolition, helping preserve existing housing while improving energy efficiency and occupant comfort
Support healthier buildings, including attention to ventilation, extreme heat, mould, accessibility and other conditions that can affect residents’ well-being.
Work with senior governments on funding for building upgrades, particularly for affordable, non-profit and seniors’ housing.
Homelessness
Focus on preventing homelessness before it occurs, including increasing DNV grants support for rent banks, food security, mental-health services and other community supports.
Support housing-first approaches combined with appropriate wraparound services, recognizing that housing alone will not address every individual’s needs.
Advocate for significantly greater Provincial investment in mental-health and addiction treatment, rather than leaving municipalities to manage problems outside their jurisdiction.
Increase DNV support for local non-profits that help people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including organizations serving youth, seniors, families and women fleeing violence.
Housing Accessibility
Encourage more universally accessible and adaptable homes so people can remain in their communities as they age or if their mobility changes.
Increase accessible housing near transit, shops and essential services, where appropriate.
Improve accessibility requirements in new developments, particularly for developments receiving significant density increases or other municipal benefits.
Make District streets, sidewalks and public spaces more accessible, recognizing that accessible housing is of limited value if residents cannot safely navigate their neighbourhood.
Consult people with disabilities and accessibility organizations when developing policies that directly affect them.
Indigenous-Led Housing
Support Indigenous-led and Indigenous-owned housing projects, particularly projects developed by First Nations and Indigenous non-profit organizations.
Work collaboratively with the Tsleil-Waututh and Squamish Nations on housing, infrastructure and land-use issues affecting their communities.
Advance reconciliation through meaningful partnerships and practical outcomes, rather than treating reconciliation as primarily symbolic.
Property Taxes
Work to keep annual District property-tax increases as close to the cost of living as possible (2%)
Seek Provincial, Federal and other outside funding aggressively, rather than automatically placing new costs onto the property-tax base.
Demand measurable value for taxpayers’ money, with greater transparency around project costs and outcomes.
Public & Assistive Housing
Support for housing where there are support services provided, and meaningful community consultation to ensure local concerns and impacts are thoroughly assessed and addressed
Require supportive housing to include adequate staffing and wraparound services, particularly where residents have complex mental-health or addiction needs
Support housing specifically designed for seniors, people with disabilities, families and people escaping violence.
Ensure neighbourhood concerns regarding safety, operations and community impacts are genuinely addressed when supportive-housing projects are proposed.
Rent & Rental Stock
Protect existing purpose-built rental housing wherever reasonably possible, recognizing that losing affordable older rentals can worsen affordability
Support construction of new purpose-built rental housing, particularly family-sized and below-market rental homes.
Require strong tenant-relocation and assistance measures when redevelopment displaces existing renters.
Encourage a healthy mix of housing types and tenures, including purpose-built rental, co-op, non-profit, ownership and rent-to-own housing.
Recognize renters as long-term members of our community, ensuring District housing policy considers their stability and quality of life alongside homeowners.
Zoning
Prioritize infill and redevelopment of already-disturbed land rather than clearing forests for housing.
Prioritize affordable rental, seniors’ housing, social housing, housing diversity and rent-to-own opportunities when negotiating community benefits from development.
Support moderate density where infrastructure and transit can accommodate it, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach across the District
Scrutinize development proposals through a livability lens; considering traffic, infrastructure, affordability, green space and other neighbourhood impacts
Give neighbourhood residents a meaningful voice in major development decisions and make the District’s online development consultation system much easier to use
Local Government & Democracy
Budgeting
Work to keep annual District property-tax increases as close to the cost of living as possible (2%), while maintaining essential municipal services.
Prioritize core services, infrastructure and community needs before committing taxpayer dollars to lower-priority discretionary projects.
Require strong financial oversight of major capital projects, with transparent budgets, timelines and public reporting when costs change.
Public Engagement
Give residents a meaningful voice before major decisions are made, rather than consulting after the direction has effectively been determined.
Make District consultations easier to understand and participate in, including improving online engagement around development applications and major projects.
Engage neighbourhood associations and community organizations early when significant changes are proposed in their communities.
Youth Engagement
Create more opportunities for young people to have a meaningful voice in District decisions, particularly on issues that directly affect their generation.
Mental Health, Drugs, & Addiction
Mental Health Crisis Response
Support expanded mobile crisis-response services on the North Shore, providing appropriate intervention where and when people need it.
Support a health-led response to mental-health crises, with trained mental-health professionals involved alongside police, fire and paramedics when appropriate.
Increase DNV grant funding allocated to non profit agencies that provide mental health support services.
Treatment for Addiction
Advocate for more treatment and recovery beds on the North Shore, so residents can access appropriate care closer to their families and communities.
Public Spaces & Services
Fitness & Sports Facilities
Expand access to affordable recreation and fitness opportunities for children, youth, families, adults and seniors throughout the District.
Liaise and partner with sports groups who can help maintain and expand access to residents sports and recreational opportunities
Support the development of new sports facilities where there is community need, including opportunities for field sports, racquet sports, cycling and other underserved activities.
Invest in maintaining and upgrading existing recreation and sports facilities, ensuring they remain safe, accessible and able to meet growing community demand
Work with local sports organizations when planning facilities, ensuring the people who actually use them have meaningful input into their design and operation.
Increase opportunities for year-round recreation, including covered or indoor facilities where appropriate to North Vancouver’s climate.
Green Space
No loss of publicly owned natural forest for new for-market development.
Expand the District’s parks system by identifying environmentally valuable District-owned lands that can be permanently protected.
Designate the forest west of the Maplewood Fire & Rescue Centre as protected municipal parkland, with environmentally sensitive walking access.
Strengthen protection for significant and heritage trees, particularly large mature native trees.
Prioritize housing on previously developed or disturbed land rather than clearing forests.
Health Infrastructure
Advocate for better access to primary healthcare in the District, including exploring a municipal partnership model to help attract and retain family doctors.
Sidewalks & Bike Paths
Fill gaps in the District’s sidewalk network, prioritizing areas around schools, parks, transit stops, town centres and routes frequently used by seniors and families.
Build a safer, better-connected cycling network, focusing on useful connections rather than isolated sections of bike infrastructure.
Improve pedestrian and cyclist safety at dangerous intersections and crossings, using better lighting, visibility, crossings and traffic-calming measures where appropriate.
Balance improvements for walking and cycling with the needs of drivers, businesses and residents, designing transportation infrastructure that works for all road users.
Ensure sidewalks and pathways are accessible for people of all ages and abilities, including people using wheelchairs, mobility devices and strollers.
Zoning
Prioritize infill and redevelopment of already-disturbed land rather than clearing forests for housing.
Prioritize affordable rental, seniors’ housing, social housing, housing diversity and rent-to-own opportunities when negotiating community benefits from development.
Support moderate density where infrastructure and transit can accommodate it, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach across the District
Scrutinize development proposals through a livability lens; considering traffic, infrastructure, affordability, green space and other neighbourhood impacts
Give neighbourhood residents a meaningful voice in major development decisions and make the District’s online development consultation system much easier to use
Reconciliation & Indigenous Nations
Indigenous-Led Housing
Support Indigenous-led and Indigenous-owned housing projects, particularly projects developed by First Nations and Indigenous non-profit organizations.
Work collaboratively with the Tsleil-Waututh and Squamish Nations on housing, infrastructure and land-use issues affecting their communities.
Advance reconciliation through meaningful partnerships and practical outcomes, rather than treating reconciliation as primarily symbolic.
Land Title & Governance
Build strong government-to-government relationships with both North Shore First Nations, based on mutual respect, meaningful dialogue and long-term cooperation.
Place Names & Commemorations
Work collaboratively with the (Tsleil-Waututh) and (Squamish) Nations on appropriate Indigenous place names, signage and commemorations throughout the District.
Support greater recognition of the original Indigenous place names and histories of North Vancouver, particularly in parks, trails and significant public spaces.
Ensure Indigenous Nations lead decisions about how their languages, histories and cultures are represented, rather than the District making those decisions on their behalf.
Support dual naming where appropriate, preserving familiar community references while restoring and recognizing traditional Indigenous names.
Expand interpretive signage and public education that shares the history and continuing presence of the Indigenous peoples whose territories encompass the District.
Residential Schools
Acknowledge and educate about the history and ongoing impacts of the residential school system, including its effects on Indigenous families and communities.
Implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action that are relevant to municipal government, with measurable progress rather than symbolic commitments alone.
Support Indigenous-led initiatives for residential school survivors, families and communities, guided by the priorities of Indigenous peoples themselves.
Ensure reconciliation initiatives are developed respectfully and in partnership with Indigenous Nations and survivors, rather than speaking for them.
Transit & Getting Around
Private Vehicles & Parking
Protect reasonable parking requirements in new developments, so new housing doesn’t create unnecessary parking pressure on surrounding neighbourhoods.
Maintain adequate parking at parks, recreation facilities and community destinations. Parking at District managed parks should always be free for DNV residents
Sidewalks & Bike Paths
Fill gaps in the District’s sidewalk network, prioritizing areas around schools, parks, transit stops, town centres and routes frequently used by seniors and families.
Build a safer, better-connected cycling network, focusing on useful connections rather than isolated sections of bike infrastructure.
Improve pedestrian and cyclist safety at dangerous intersections and crossings, using better lighting, visibility, crossings and traffic-calming measures where appropriate.
Balance improvements for walking and cycling with the needs of drivers, businesses and residents, designing transportation infrastructure that works for all road users.
Ensure sidewalks and pathways are accessible for people of all ages and abilities, including people using wheelchairs, mobility devices and strollers.
Transit Projects
Advocate for a rapid-transit connection across Burrard Inlet, ultimately connecting the North Shore directly to the regional SkyTrain network.
Support improved transit connections to Phibbs Exchange and Capilano University, including planning for these locations as key components of a possible future rapid-transit line.
Work with TransLink and senior governments to increase bus frequency and capacity in underserved and growing District neighbourhoods.
Ensure major new development is coordinated with transportation capacity, rather than adding substantial population without the transit and road infrastructure needed to support it.
Walking & Cycling
Build a safer, better-connected cycling network, focusing on eliminating gaps
Improve pedestrian safety at dangerous intersections and crossings, particularly around schools, parks and community centres.
Make town centres more walkable, allowing residents to reach shops, services, parks and transit safely without needing a car for every trip.
Support the mountain-biking community and work collaboratively on sustainable trail access.
Ensure transportation planning works for everyone — pedestrians, cyclists, transit users and drivers — rather than treating these modes as being in competition.
Biography
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Lifelong North Vancouver resident, community advocate & non-profit leader. I hold a BA in Political Science & Public Relations certificate. I have dedicated my career to supporting children, families, youth and seniors holding leadership positions at various N.Van organizations.
Promises
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Green Space
Expand the District’s parks system by identifying environmentally valuable District-owned lands that can be permanently protected.
Fitness & Sports Facilities
Support the development of new sports facilities where there is community need, including opportunities for field sports, racquet sports, cycling and other underserved activities.
Zoning
Scrutinize development proposals through a livability lens; considering traffic, infrastructure, affordability, green space and other neighbourhood impacts
Reason for running
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I’m running to put residents first and make North Vancouver even more livable. I’ll bring my experience in community service to Council to protect our environment, support families and seniors, tackle traffic and housing, and ensure taxpayers get value for every dollar.
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