Margaret Seu 2022 election priorities

On running for council

A few persons active in the community mentioned to me they thought I had much to offer the City and Council. I was honoured by their comments and hope I can meet their expectations.

I am incredibly proud to be Canadian and for our values of entrepreneurship and compassion and inclusion. I have much to offer…to give back…to my community

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A local businessperson and community volunteer, she says she will focus her candidacy on her commitment to building businesses in Quinte to meet global opportunities and to help the community transition to be fully inclusive and diverse.

Endorsed by Quinte Labour Council

From her website:

Advocate for electric cars/EV charging stations

Let’s be creative to meet new goals. Over the next term of Council the portion of persons purchasing electric or hybrid vehicles will approach 40%. Margaret looks to get more recharging stations near public parks, recreation sites, and local retail & restaurant businesses.

This will bring people travelling between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal into Belleville and they buy things while they are here.

Seu herself owns a Chevrolet Bolt.

We in Belleville need more charge stations for those coming from Toronto/Montreal/Ottawa!! Imagine all those tourist $ arriving in stores in Belleville!!!!!

Margaret Seu on Facebook

Help Belleville Transition to Positive Diversity

Belleville’s 2021 census shows 13% non white population and this will continue to rise toward the Provincial average in coming years. Our community needs to develop a successful transition by encouraging cultural celebrations and focusing on shared values of family and economic growth. Margaret not only represents diversity but has been a Provincial leader in building community harmony. Belleville will benefit from her experience.

Improved security in the downtown

There is hope ahead for the downtown with several modified commercial and new residential plans. But solving homelessness is a challenge. Margaret supports stakeholders – including businesses, mental health and police – developing an effective plan to improve security in the downtown.

Assist Business in the Emerging New Economy

There are several Quinte-focused economic planning and training initiatives that need to be re-energized after the pandemic. But this is a large and complex issue and Margaret sees much benefit in having local employers and staff develop better flexibility and innovation. Things like job sharing, family leave, mental health support, etc… can give us an edge in global competition.

Preserving Our Environment… Especially Water … in Response to Climate Change

The Moira River and Bay of Quinte are key to our local enjoyment and to our tourism industry. We need to strengthen our partnerships with other municipalities in Quinte Conservation and best manage this precious resource. Margaret commits to preserving the environment.

Seu noted a strong interest in being a city representative to Hastings County Social Services. “I understand much of the housing affordability issues after many years of property management experience”

Regarding infrastructure investment