The Tri-City News sent questionnaires to each candidate in the 2022 civic election to learn more about who they are, why they are campaigning and what are the issues that matter most to them.
Candidates are being published to our website in alphabetical order.
Leslie Roosa
- Age: 64
- Years as a Coquitlam resident: 30
- Occupation: Educator with the Vancouver School Board (teacher, English language learner specialist, case manager)
- Most recent civic/volunteer work? Legion Branch 263 (poppy campaign). Coquitlam Animal Shelter (contributor).
- Website: LeslieRoosaForCoquitlamCouncil.com
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 778-245-1928
Why are you running for public office?
"My decision to run for public office is rooted in my strong financial background. I am a trustee for the BC Teachers’ Pension Plan (with assets over $34 billion and the 10th largest pension fund in Canada), a director for Community Savings Credit Union (with assets over $800 million) and I have been secretary–treasurer for the Vancouver Elementary School Teachers Association (one of the largest teachers’ associations in B.C.). I believe that this financial expertise would be a valuable addition to city council. It is a way that I can contribute positively to our community."
What’s your No. 1 issue and why?
"The issue that is most important to me in this election is urban density. As density increases in Coquitlam, I want to advocate for city services to keep pace with population growth. This includes these key areas: services for seniors (seniors’ centres and safety initiatives); infrastructure (firefighting services, roads, sewers, water, and libraries); and parks and recreation services (expansion of recreation centres, playgrounds and green spaces). I would also like to advocate for affordable housing projects for families, single people and seniors. I want Coquitlam to remain the liveable community that we all appreciate and call our home."
