Welcome to GJ Hagenaars’ official website, candidate for city council in Bay Ward (Ward 7).

July 21, 2010 – Bay Ward, Ottawa – I am pleased to announce today the release of my platform outline in my candidacy for city councillor representing Bay Ward.

My ideas focus on engaging communities, supporting seniors, responsible fiscal management, reducing crime, sound transit and infrastructure development, as well as forward-thinking waste management – for the benefit of Bay Ward and the whole city.

As we move closer to October 25, this list of issues will be updated with more details and additional ideas, as I canvass through Bay Ward and learn more about the priorities that matter to you and your community.

In the meantime, I encourage you to read my blog to learn about some of the thoughts and ideas behind my platform.

About GJ

A resident of Bay Ward for over 15 years, GJ Hagenaars has first hand knowledge of the challenges facing the area. From crime and vandalism, to snow removal and public transit issues, his goal is to find lasting solutions to the needs of the community–so residents can feel even more pride in calling Bay Ward home.

One of the main strengths of Bay Ward is the diversity of its community. GJ is keenly aware of the challenges that come from responding to the varied needs of its residents. That is why he is a strong advocate of community associations and local involvement, where residents play a part in finding solutions. More…