Small business owner calls for transparency, support of essential infrastructure in Harrison council race

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Webster says village infrastructure is paramount, and council can best facilitate this through careful planning, honest public discussion and decisions that residents can understand.

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“I will bring an independent voice to the council table. I will ask direct questions, examine the facts and keep residents informed about the choices facing our village,” Webster said. “I believe our essential infrastructure must come first. I want to protect what makes Harrison special while finding practical ways to support our businesses and build a stronger year round community.”

He says Harrison Hot Springs needs practical plans that protect people and property.

“That means protecting the route we rely on now, strengthening wildfire defences, improving drainage and reporting progress to residents,” Webster said.

When it comes to growth, Webster supports new development so long as it respects infrastructure limits, evacuation needs, neighbourhoods and the natural character that makes Harrison worth protecting.

“I don’t have all the answers, and I won’t pretend that I do,” Webster said. “What I can promise is that I will do my homework, listen, ask questions and speak plainly. Over the next few weeks, I hope to meet many more of you and, more importantly, hear what matters to you.”

On his website, Webster says Harrison residents deserve to know what village council is doing and why. He says the village should facilitate greater clarity in their decisions.

“When something must be discussed behind closed doors, confidentiality must be respected. But Council should still be as open with the public as the law allows,” Webster said. “Public input should matter. Plans should be made public before decisions are made, giving residents a real opportunity to understand what is being proposed and have their say. When taxpayers pay for reports and plans, Council needs to act on them. We cannot keep producing reports, putting them on a shelf and calling that progress. We also cannot keep following the same path and expect a different future.”

Gary’s website is https://garywebster.com/. He can be reached at 236-