The Editor,
We would like to thank the citizens of Richmond for their support in the civic election and congratulate all winning candidates and those candidates who put their names forward. A special congratulations to Renew Richmond candidate Alice S. Wong who was elected as a school trustee.
Running for office is not an easy feat when competing with slates with big money or name recognition, especially when you are running with a new slate or as an independent.
Before we put our names forward to run for council, we spoke with many citizens who wanted change. This election, the citizens who voted liked the status quo and wanted things the way they were. This is what is great about the democratic process, the people have spoken and we all must respect their decision. If you didn’t vote, you can’t complain.
We were excited to see an increase in the number of voters in this election. It is a privilege that means so much around the world but very few take the time to exercise this privilege.
We do not want the elected council to disappear until six months before the next election and we will be watching carefully the decisions this council will make that affect our citizens. We urge all citizens of Richmond to get involved and hold accountable all our elected officials, for the next four years to ensure our voices and concerns are heard and our hard earned tax dollars are spent with the utmost care.
During this journey, we met some great people and learned much. Our city has some great qualities and attractions that need to be preserved. We hope you will share our continued vision to make Richmond a great place to live, work and play.
Thank you.
Adil Awan
Grace Tsang
Alice S. Wong
Renew Richmond
