by mbaese | Sep 24, 2018 | Uncategorised
If you missed my interview with Phil Johnson and want to know more about me and what I will accomplish on Kelowna City Council, click below and have a listen. I look forward to your vote on October 20th! ... 
by mbaese | Aug 13, 2018 | Uncategorised
When you hear the word ‘diversity’ where does your mind go? More often than not we are drawn to think of marginalized people, skin colour, minority groups or those that visually appear ‘different’. Really, the word itself has a broader meaning – diversity is... by mbaese | Aug 12, 2018 | Uncategorised
Anyone who drives during peak commuting hours can attest that our road infrastructure is under strain. With single-family homes being built in sprawling neighbourhoods and an increase in population – congestion as at an all-time high. Psychology studies have... by mbaese | Aug 12, 2018 | Uncategorised
Residents of Kelowna are frustrated with the current state of our homeless challenge in the city. Many have expressed to me how this crisis is negatively affecting their lives either personally and professionally. Most simply want quick, swift action (like enforcement... by mbaese | Aug 12, 2018 | Uncategorised
The 2040 Official Community Plan (OCP) is how we can best navigate and control the challenges we are faced with: Housing Attainability, Transportation and rising Capital Costs. When we create Complete Communities (where you can live, work and play in one area) we... 
by mbaese | Jun 11, 2018 | Uncategorised
Recently, I was invited for a tour of Cornerstone, the Leon Avenue emergency shelter that BC Housing first opened in November 2017 and is operated by The John Howard Society. The shelter has received a significant amount of media attention since opening as well as...