Clarence Jensen

Wow it looks like the Abbotsford 2011 election will be influenced by the use of social media. I think this is exciting with the new communication links. I can put my thoughts down in the form of my blog and get the feedback on what other people think.  Like most people, I have a list of requirements of the candidate(s) that I will support on the November 19^th election. Do you have similar thoughts on what you expect? Is social media useful?

I think a person with business experience is important. The reason is simple because they are responsible for a very large number of civic employees, as well as, large building projects. It always feels better when the dog is wagging the tail and not the other way around. People with a business background tend to be more frugal with our tax dollars than people with limited knowledge of this big business.

I support people who have taken the time to not only understand Abbotsford’s municipal history but are also knowledgeable about our Official Community Plan. This is important because of future planned areas of residential growth, new commercial developments, recreation, traffic, and other areas.  Some of us will be involved in new developments, so it is important that they be cognizant of the new dynamics in Abbotsford.  Do you think this is reasonable?