I am a current Trustee and Board of Education Vice-Chair, and I am standing for Council, standing for Abbotsford, standing for you.

After six elected terms, I want to share my professional and elected experience, competencies, and skills across the broader municipality. Serving Abbotsford as a Trustee has been a humbling gift from the voters. I am prepared to serve at the city level, demonstrating the same trust, competence, and dedication that I have brought to our community for over two decades at the board table.

For more on my history visit my website shirleywilsonfortrustee.ca

I have been reflecting on my deep commitment to the community and believe my experience will help manage Abbotsford’s current growth, future planning, and local opportunities. My track record of fiscal responsibility with taxpayer dollars is solid.

Over the past four-year term, the Board of Education has stewarded more than $1.2 billion of taxpayer dollars, demonstrating a deep understanding of the conservative use of public funds.

Looking forward, I aim to build upon the strong connections Council holds with stakeholders, local community, and both provincial and federal allies. My key platform priorities include:

• Responsible Fiscal Accountability

• Safe Streets and Crime Reduction

o Community Unity and Support

• Sustainable Infrastructure and Development

o This includes expanded Recreational and Sporting Sites

I bring a solid track record in local governance. I have led with integrity, always focused on the impacts to all students, families, staff, and the community. That focus transfers seamlessly to City Council.

I fully support the ongoing advocacy efforts for flood mitigation and trade infrastructure. The political and financial support required is long overdue and I am looking forward to ensuring resilience. The devastating floods had a negative economic impact not only locally, but across the province and country.

Strengthening our city’s infrastructure is necessary so that our constituents feel supported by the very services, buildings, trails, roads, and fields they rely on every day.

I remain fully committed to the ongoing work of the School Board and look forward to her transition to Council.