LOWER CAPILANO QUESTIONS FOR CANDIDATES – NOVEMBER 2002

QUESTIONNAIRE FOR CANDIDATES, ELECTION 2002 From the Community Associations of the Lower Capilano area

  1. Are you committed to the timely development of the Lower Capilano Community Centre, as provided for in the 1996 referendum?
  2. Currently, a committee of Lower Capilano residents and District staff are reviewing the Marine Drive corridor, to make recommendations for improvements to this commercial area. Will you be committed to work towards implementation of a new vision for the area?
  3. Do you feel auto sales and service businesses should be encouraged to locate in the auto mall or off of Marine Drive?
  4. What is your involvement in the community? How has this prepared you for a position on District council?
  5. Over the past few years, there have been several proposals for redevelopment of the CapWest Athletic Club, known as the Larco site. Are you supportive of the Lions Gate residents' desire to only permit a redevelopment of the site which does not result in having a negative impact on the residential character of the neighbourhood?
  6. Do you have suggestions for how District council meetings can accomplish more District business in the time available?
  7. Are you in favour of the way bylaws are currently enforced? Please comment on the present compliance of the following bylaws: zoning, noise, parking, signage.
The replies have now been posted.