Shumail Javed

Thank you Cory for the question. There are a couple of items that we can do in the Township of Langley. The first is we should support we look forward to supporting the BRT which is going to come across the 200th. Second thing is we need to work on our roads and infrastructure and make sure that our roads are able to handle the traffic volume that comes east-west corridor as well as make sure that businesses are well supported with that. Another thing that we will advocate for is to ensure that we encourage residents … to park so that and then facilitate walk around complete their tour. This would include that they can do their shopping, go to the appointment, and then they can take the transit as well. One thing which is in our platform is restoring relationship with associations. An example is TransLink. We need to work with the Metro Vancouver Transit to make sure that we have routes that feed into the system and our businesses are well supported. A good example is the new bus service that came to Gloucester. That's really helpful. But we need to make sure that there's more service that more stops are added and more businesses are supported. Thank you.

Thank you for the question. I think the most important thing for us is to get ready for the SkyTrain, Langley. And we need to make sure that we have routes for all the neighbourhoods that are in our community. One of the things that our platform speaks on is also respecting our relationship with neighbours. So we need to have alliance with Surrey, Maple Ridge, Abbotsford, and make sure that we work with TransLink as one team. And we kind of bring more direction and traffic here so that we have all the connections that are required as well. Thank you.

Well, thank you for the question, Cory. I think one of the key issues that I've heard while door knocking has been how much the Township debt has ballooned in the last four years. Per household, it's more than $14,000. Though some debt is good to build amenities, we have to see that debt servicing, which is projected to be $60 million by 2030. This is something that the taxpayers will be on the hook to pay. The approach which Langley Strong will have is We will have a clear financial audit identify … what the fiscal hole is, and from there, we will present a transparent picture to all the residents where we stand, and then any new project that we have will have a clear funding plan that is available, and residents know what would be the operating cost for it going forward. While growth is essential, we also need to make sure that we are keeping taxpayers, their property taxes to a lower level, and we don't want, as we have seen in the last four years, a 22 percent increase in property taxes, another projected 22.7 percent in the Township books. So I hope we are able to put together a strategy that keeps taxpayers on the … Thank you.

Thank you for the question, Cory I think a couple of aspects to it. The first is that we need to increase enforcement. We need to work with the RCMP. And we need to ensure that the hot spots where crime is happening, they are addressed. Second thing is we need to work with the province. We need to identify the root cause that has been causing, address the addictions issue. For example, CAR 67, that's one of the things in which we can mitigate those things. Third thing is we need to have discussions. We need to have businesses, by-law officers, RCMP, everyone at the same table come together. And we design a strategy. And then we have a public tracking. We can have a public safety committee, which we are proposing. Have And then we can track how the crime reduction has happened over the passage of three months and going forward and then we can track it to make sure our businesses feel safe, residents feel safe going, completing their shopping and Langley becomes an attraction where more businesses can grow. Thank you.

Rural enforcement team, fines higher than taking a load to fill, right enforcement resources trained and expertise on soil and other issues, provide alternate to truck parking and enforce those bylaws, work with community to get feedback on enforcement and improve, officers need to follow up on ticketing

Rural Plan update with all stakeholders, farmers, residents, staff, outside experts. Update so the community feels heard and respected. Find route for trucks, possibly after Highway 1 construction. Rural Plan should address truck parking. Ensure farmland stays farmland.

Water is critical for rural growth; identify vulnerable aquifers/recharge. Make these part of the new rural plan. Township should see the impact before approving new developments. Zoning details should also be transparent- soil, ditches, subdivision and density are in our control for approvals. Full aquifer map goes in rural plan, every application get tested on impact on aquifer.

I'm Shumail Javed. Thank you for the question. One of the things that we have heard across communities while door knocking, as well as in our platform, has been respect for community and respect for community associations. So our platform speaks to that. We will encourage and we'll support community associations so that they have a direct line to the council. They can share feedback because you would be able to come to them, and then we would have meaningful community engagement there. And that is for a very little incentive of amount that would be done. And we will encourage as much discussions in community, and we'll ensure it's across every neighborhood so that there's meaningful engagement across the board. Thank you.

Shumail Javed with the Langley Strong team. I think one thing that I have heard consistently at the doors in Fort Langley is that residents want to feel heard and respected in the decisions that are made around their neighborhood. So one of the goals that I want to achieve is to make sure that your voice is heard when any decision at the council table is made, and this is what Langley Strong will advocate and ensure. Another thing that we would advocate is for the Bedford Channel dredging. I think we'll make sure that is funded, approved, and that is done and work with any partner to make sure that problem is solved. Thank you very much.

Evening everyone I am Shumail Javed, and I'm running for Township Council with the Langley Strong team I'm an entrepreneur a technology executive and a community volunteer over the years I have spent time building teams, working on complex problems, working with people to deliver real results. Being part of the business community, as well as the member of the Langley Chamber, I know that businesses need predictability, they need clear standards, they need solid infrastructure, and a Council that listens to the business community. I want to be the practical, forward-thinking voice at the Council table that listens to the business community, understands their concerns, and delivers results for them. This election is a choice for us to see how we want our future to be. I hope you honor us with your vote on October 17th. Thank you very much.

Thank you, Cory, my fellow candidates and all of you who have joined us tonight. I decided to run because I am optimistic about the future of Langley and it's going to be better than our present. To achieve that, we need a Council that engages with the community meaningfully, is fiscally prudent, understands the residents needs and plans not only for the next ten years but for the future generations. October 17th, I'll be honored if you vote for me and the Langley Strong team. Thank you very much.

Good evening, everyone. I'm Shumail Javed. I'm a Willoughby resident, a technology executive. I've been involved with the Fort Langley community through the Jazz Arts Festival, as well as attended FLCA regular monthly meetings to listen and understand about the issues Fort Langley residents face every day. The reason I decided to run for council is I have seen firsthand a rapid growth without proper planning and lack of meaningful community engagement impacts infrastructure and amenities in our neighbourhoods. On October 17th, I request you to support myself and the Langley Strong team so that we can restore respect for our community and ensure that your voice is heard before the decisions are made, not after. Thank you very much.

Shumail Javed with Langley Strong. Thank you, FLCA, my fellow candidates, as well as everyone who attended tonight. I have personally door-knocked over 11,634 doors as of today. During all these conversations, one thing that I have seen a recurring theme is residents across township of Langley want to be listened, respected, and meaningfully engaged. And this is what Langley Strong under Jay Lundgren promised. We will put together a council that listens to you, is always available to hear for you, and you have your voice at the table. We'll ensure on October 17th, I'll be honored, Shumail Javed and the Langley Strong team. Thank you once again, and hope please do go out and vote. Thank you very much.