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Practical Priorities for Coalhurst

Local government works best when council members listen first and act with fiscal prudence, transparency, and care for community neighborhoods.

Priority 01
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A Connected Community for Every Generation

Preserving our small-town heart while planning for everyone's future. Focus on community events, volunteer organizations, recreation, youth opportunities, accessible spaces, and exploring seniors' housing so longtime residents have more options to age in the community they love.

  • ✔ More Tree! Fruit Tree Forest     
  • ✔ Support for volunteer groups
Priority 02
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Sustainable Growth & Local Opportunity

Growing Coalhurst without losing what makes it special. Focus on attracting businesses, supporting local entrepreneurs, responsible development, infrastructure planning, and growing the local tax base while considering long-term costs.

  • ✔ New and thriving businesses
  • ✔ setting uo the proper infastructure and better accessibilty to supports 
Priority 03
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Transparent, Accountable & Accessible Leadership

Better conversations. Clearer decisions. Stronger trust. Focus on understandable municipal decisions, meaningful resident engagement, listening to differing opinions, asking thoughtful questions, and explaining how public input informs council decisions.

  • ✔ Plain-language bylaw and meeting summaries
  • ✔ Open citizen Q&A sessions
Priority 04
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Practical Solutions & Responsible Stewardship

Doing the homework, spending thoughtfully, and following through. Focus on responsible budgeting, maintaining essential services, prioritizing infrastructure, working collaboratively, and evaluating creative solutions rather than assuming the way things have always been done is the only way forward.

  • ✔ New Innovative  way of doing things
  • ✔ Open communication and curosity 
Real Proof in Action

Stephenie doesn't just talk about community—she rolls up her sleeves and gets involved. From animal rescue and school initiatives to community events and volunteer leadership, her commitment to giving back is reflected in the work she does.

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Cat's Sass Rescue Leadership

As a founder and Director with Cat's Sass Rescue, Stephenie is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and finding loving homes for cats in Coalhurst and across Southern Alberta. Her work reflects her compassion, perseverance, and commitment to making a difference.

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School Parent Advisory & Youth

Through her involvement with school parent councils, Stephenie advocates for student enrichment, supports fundraising initiatives, and helps create opportunities that strengthen Coalhurst's school communities. She believes investing in our youth means investing in the future of our community.

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Community Engagement

For more than a decade, Stephenie has helped bring Coalhurst residents together through community events, local initiatives, and volunteer leadership. She believes strong communities are built through meaningful connections, collaboration, and people willing to show up and get things done.

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Grassroots Soccer & Youth Sports

Through her involvement with the Coulee Kickers Soccer Association, Stephenie supports grassroots soccer and opportunities for local youth to get active, build confidence, and develop teamwork skills. She believes community sports are about more than the game—they bring families together, build friendships, and help create a stronger, more connected community.

favorite From Stephenie's Heart:
"Coalhurst isn't just where we live—it's where our kids ride their bikes, where our seniors take their morning walks, and where our community pitches in when snow piles high. I'm running for Town Council to protect what makes this place special while guiding our future with care."
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