www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday October 25, 2006 - 29 WARD 5 TOWN AND REGIONAL COUNCILLOR WARD 6 TOWN AND REGIONAL COUNCILLOR Jeff Knoll Age: 42 Occupation: Angus Scott Age: 39 Occupation: Oakville Water Depot - Owner (Former) Political experience: · Chaired the Canadian Institute of International Affairs (University of Toronto Programme) Community service experience: · Canadian Peacekeeper (Iran/Iraq 1988)· Nobel Peace Prize (Peacekeepers: 1988); Sponsor Camp Quality ·Sponsor Oakville & District Humane Society; Sponsor Big Sisters of Oakville ·Sponsor Post's Corners Public School Fun Fair ·Sponsor Spelling Bee of Canada Oakville Regional Competition ·Sponsor Oakville Diamondbacks; Sponsor Halton Youth Symphony Top three issues 1) Smart land development 2) Resident consultation 3) Reforming council leadership Tom Adams Age: 32 Occupation: Town Councillor / Senior Risk Manager Political experience: Ward 6 Town Councillor since 2003 Community service experience: · Land steward for Morrison Creek and Bruce Trail · Active member of Oakville Public Library Board, Oakville's Transit Advisory Committee, Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, Community Services Committee, Administrative Services Committee, 2004 Budget Committee, various council working groups and other committees. Marius Frederick Age: 45 Occupation: Transit Driver Political experience: Ran for Mayor of Markham 1994 Community service experience: · For many years, I have been actively involved in dealing with many community-safety issues in the GTA · As a Vaughan Transit bus driver, I assisted in the capture of a criminal who had escaped from lawful custody with Toronto Police · I have experience with, and have successfully managed, all aspects of a large civilian missing-person search, by logistically aiding the Toronto Police Service and civilian organizations. My observations and recommendations resulted in a new Missing Person Procedure for police officers, and are being utilized in civil disaster response procedures as well · As a GO Transit bus driver, I received an Award of Recognition for assisting a person in distress. I came upon a young man lying in a rural roadside ditch early one winter morning. I immediately stopped my bus, called for help, and administered first aid. The Halton Regional Police later confirmed that my quick action saved the young man's life · I became a member of the Seneca College Women's Safety String Committee to address my concerns with respect to personal safety for the student population, especially women, visible minorities, and students with disabilities. As a result of my work along with the other members of the committee, significant changes to policies and programs at the college were implemented Top three issues 1) Bridge the growing gap between the seniors and young adults. (community-safety) 2) Improve public transportation; 3) Develop multipurpose facilities Councillor/Business Person Political experience: two terms as Town and Regional councillor for ward 5, many political staff positions at federal and provincial levels Community service experience: Past-Chair, Oakville Youth Development Centre Commissioner/Sponsor, 1st Trafalgar Scouts Treasurer, Oak Park Moms and Tots Treasurer, Oak Park Residents Association Top three issues 1) Managing provincially mandated growth 2) Careful stewardship of taxpayer's money 3) Balanced approach to environmental protection Top three issues 1) Controlling urban growth 2) Reducing traffic congestion 3) Preserving natural areas t h e p ho n e b o ok h as of f ic i a l ly e v olv e d . directories have changed. so should your directory advertising. Charles Flaherty, Lawyer The Morris Law Group Gold Club Member Business Memberships Starting From $36/month For more information on how can help grow your business, call 1-877-526-0701 Ext. 2274 or email: sales@goldbook.ca brought to you by: Directory Commercials Talking Directory Character Free Website & Update Service Rewards Points & Newspaper Offers Print Directory 00:00:20