Hi Scott,

Response to questions:

1.  Yes!  I have enjoyed my visits with Mr. Blakeley and the other volunteers.  You offer excellent training in a safe and professional environment.

2.  The city should advocate to preserve and promote our really important outdoor spaces.   Conservation efforts and education are really crucial and ultimately contribute to a beautiful and vibrant city.   The city needs to make sure these spaces are not compromised by development.  

3.  Yes they should be given the same consideration and yes they should have representation.

4. I am admittedly not a hunter and have the worst luck in the world when it comes to fishing.  I do enjoy shooting clays when possible.  While I may not be an avid hunter, I still understand the value from a conservation point of view and appreciate the opportunities these activities provide to enjoy the outdoors and nature,  

5.  I think my efforts to connect with leaders like Rick Blakely for example, demonstrate my commitment to listen, learn and lead in the community.  As I spend time with informed community leaders, I can make more informed decisions that will positively impact our community.  

6.  Legal firearm ownership is an important right that needs to be protected.  Recreation and conservation are key elements that contribute to making Lethbridge and Canada great!    

Thanks 

Note* The questions asked were not copied back in the candidate’s reply. I have tried to keep as much of the stylistic and inclusion choices (re videos, video links, images) true to what I received. – Scott

Here are the Questions for easy reference.

Candidate Questionnaire: (original questions, see above for replies)

Candidate Questionnaire:

1. Do you support community-led organizations like the LFGA in their efforts to promote conservation, ethical hunting, and responsible firearms use for sport and education?
2. In your view, what role should the City of Lethbridge play in protecting access to outdoor spaces for recreation, conservation, and education? How will municipal policies ensure that legal, permitted outdoor recreational facilities, such as shooting sports ranges, are recognized and protected as part of the broader community landscape, and not unfairly impacted by land use changes such as urban growth or rezoning?
3. Should recreational activities such as sport shooting and archery receive equal consideration alongside other sports in municipal planning and recreation policy? Would you support including representatives from these sports as formal stakeholders in long-term discussions around recreation, land use, and community health planning?
4. Do you personally participate in outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, archery, or shooting sports? If so, please share how those experiences shape your views on land use and recreation.
5. In one or two sentences: Why do you believe you are the best candidate to support organizations like LFGA and the values we represent?
6. Is there anything else you’d like our membership to know about your views on outdoor recreation, conservation, or supporting legal firearm owners.Do you support community-led organizations like the LFGA in their efforts to promote conservation, ethical hunting, and responsible firearms use for sport and education?

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