David Widmark has a vision for Gresham's future, and this foresight has already been demonstrated by his many accomplishments: Creation of a Conservation Overlay for Gresham Butte, so that the beautiful, natural setting would be protected for both current and future Gresham residents, while still allowing property owners the flexibility of controlled development. Passage of Parks and Open Space levy Passage of three-year Public Safety levy Prudent fiscal accountability by city departments Gresham's Rental Inspection program, designed to protect residents and provide standards for apartment owners Construction of the Gradin Sports Park– a monumental resource providing much-needed development for athletics and sports activities in Southeast Gresham Gresham's Center for the Arts– our new showcase to be located downtown, infusing the area with economic stimulus and bringing more of the arts to our citizens. David's vision for Gresham's future is also demonstrated by the projects he is currently spearheading: Develop opportunities to expand companies with larger workforces to better utilize land while creating better living-wage jobs Providing incentives to attract green businesses to Gresham Establish Citizen Safety Patrols in neighborhoods Start replacement funds now, for our aging waterlines, sewers and streets. David Widmark understands that a healthy infrastructure is vital to our livability, and we must not burden future generations with excessive costs that will be required to upgrade and maintain these assets. Find a stable funding base for parks and recreational opportunities, including building a skate park, for Gresham youth and citizens. These are investments in a lower crime rate and livability for our community! |
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