2023, he has been actively campaigning for these issues. Hergesheimer’s platform focuses on addressing these three key areas: food security, affordable housing, and transportation. He believes these issues are interconnected and require a comprehensive approach. He argues that addressing these issues will not only improve the lives of individuals but also contribute to the overall economic prosperity of the province.
“Food insecurity exists on a spectrum. It could be everything from, ‘I have zero food, like zero,’ up to a family who’s like, ‘I’m going to cut my kids’ sandwich in half and send each of them with half a sandwich, because I only have one loaf of bread,’” says Hergesheimer. “So, we think it means, ‘I have no food,’ but it can mean anything, from mom and dad aren’t eating so the kids can eat, or smaller portions for everyone.” Hergesheimer is the lead food programmer at the Sunshine Coast Community Services Society, which operates the food bank and has worked with the Sunshine Coast Resource Centre as lead of its Poverty Reduction Project. He holds a PhD in Integrated Studies in Land and Food Systems from UBC and is also a musician and a long-time resident who has raised his family on the Coast.
Hergesheimer argues that guaranteed income would help solve a myriad of problems, including lowering crime rates. He believes that if people are making enough money to live on, it helps solve a myriad of problems, including lowering crime rates. **Detailed Text:**
The concept of a guaranteed income, where every citizen receives a regular, unconditional payment, has gained significant traction in recent years.
* **Types of affordable housing:** Explain the different types of affordable housing, such as public housing, subsidized housing, and mixed-income housing. * **Benefits of affordable housing:** Discuss the benefits of affordable housing for individuals, families, and communities.
The author argues that the rising cost of living is a major factor in the current economic downturn. He emphasizes that the inability to afford basic necessities like rent, food, and clothing directly impacts the economy. **Detailed Text:**
The author’s assertion that the rising cost of living is a significant driver of the current economic downturn is a compelling and multifaceted argument.
This question is a central one in the discussion of urban planning and transportation. The question of whether a new highway should be built is often framed as a simple choice: build it or don’t build it. However, the reality is far more complex. The decision to build a new highway is not just about the immediate benefits of increased traffic flow, but also about the long-term consequences for the environment, the economy, and the social fabric of a community.
This is the power of community. It’s not just about sharing resources, it’s about building relationships, fostering trust, and creating a sense of shared purpose. The author argues that community is a powerful force for good, capable of driving positive change and addressing social issues.
Ferry foibles Hergesheimer says the issues surrounding the inadequate ferry system residents of the Sunshine Coast face are obvious, but also complex and admits he has no quick fix to improve problems years in the making. “I don’t have answers at this point and I don’t have a party platform to run on that, but I just know that as a long-time resident,” he says, “Even when I first came here, you didn’t miss ferries like you do now. And then, things change and this is a beautiful place that attracts people from all over the world and then you get the double-edged sword of tourism and development. So, part of the challenges that come with the ferries are also the same things that have brought this economic sector in, this vibrant arts and culture scene and young people.”
If elected, Hergesheimer plans to continue community discussions on ferry issues and continue putting pressure on BC Ferries to better understand the needs of this ferry dependent region.
