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Neighborhoods for a Sustainable Vancouver

December 13, 2008 Leave a comment Go to comments

During the  first day of  his official leadership of Vancouver, Mayor Gregor Robertson and his council met at the “Neighborhoods for a Sustainable Vancouver” meeting located at Heritage Hall at Main and 15th.

Mel Lehan opened the evening by advocating for the developments of neighborhoods to sustain Vancouver.

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Wendy of CCAP talked about the DTES and the positive things of our community while urging the Mayor and new Council to think about the sustainability issues of our area.

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Mayor Gregor Robertson and his council spoke about making City Hall accessible to the communities, and for the communities to be able to access City Hall.

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Councilor Ellen Woodsworth who worked in the DTES for many years spoke about being available and accountable for the people of Vancouver.

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Clyde of Vandu was pleased to shake hands with our new Mayor

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Clyde introduced to Councilor Kerry Jang, some literature and books from the DTES and CCAP explaining the homeless and welfare situation in our area. 

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Hendrik smiling after he gave Councilor Andrea Reimer some contact information.  Hendrik may be considered to sit on a sub-committee for Housing.

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Hendrik  wondering what he would say if he were to speak at the Neighborhoods for a Sustainable Vancouver meeting. 🙂

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