I’m a Penticton business owner, husband and grandfather — not a politician. I’m running because I care, and I’m not afraid to ruffle feathers to make a difference.
I'm running for Mayor for the citizens of Penticton, including me & my family. I was getting ready to step back from my current position, hoping to retire, do less and travel more — but I feel Penticton needs someone like myself who isn't afraid to ruffle feathers and doesn't have a politician's mindset. If there's one thing I am, it's honest. I decided to run because I care, and I'm going to try and make a difference.
I’ve been married to my wife Stephanie for 35 years, and together we have four adult children and six grandchildren. In 2004 I started Hardrock Diamond Drilling, and over the past 22 years I’ve built it into a very well-established company.
My family also purchased and ran the Penticton Racquet & Fitness Club for about ten years after we bought it in 2008. I’m not a politician — I’m a local business owner and family man, and I want to help make our community better again.
Read My StoryThree priorities where I believe Penticton needs a mayor who will show up, listen, and get to work.
People should feel safe walking downtown or the beach after dark. Crime, repeat offenders and open drug use — along with homelessness, addiction and mental health — need real attention so our streets and parks are clean and safe.
I believe city funds have been wasted. If elected, I'll dig in and spend responsibly — with no closed-door sessions — and be the mayor known for showing up and communicating with the community and council.
Bike lanes and traffic flow have upset a lot of citizens, and I don't believe the City got it right. We're a town of retirees and tourism — we can do much better at keeping traffic moving and travel easier and safer.
Endorsements are coming in — check back soon.