Jessie Morden
Council · Whistler
Alpine 38 yrs
About
I am born and raised local, who is growing her family in our community. I am passionate about Whistler and want our community to thrive.
Policy commitments
Buildings
We all want healthy, affordable, and comfortable homes. These policies will help to lower energy bills, cut pollution, and improve indoor air quality.
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Support electrification of new buildings.
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Incentivize electric heat pumps and air filtration systems.
Supportive
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Incentivize renewable energy, battery storage, and smart-grid technologies in new and existing buildings to improve energy security.
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Scale up energy retrofits for existing homes, businesses, and public buildings.
Supportive
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Implement a 'right to cool' bylaw to protect tenants during extreme heat events.
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Climate Justice
Our community is already experiencing the harmful impacts of climate change caused by fossil fuel pollution, and taxpayers are on the hook to upgrade and repair critical infrastructure.
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Endorse the fossil fuel treaty and commit to phase out fossil fuels.
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Collaborate with Indigenous peoples as partners in the stewardship of the land, air, and water, and work towards reconciliation.
Supportive
Ecosystems
The air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat all rely on healthy ecosystems. Nature can also help protect our community from extreme weather by controlling floods, protecting shorelines, and cooling neighbourhoods. Access to nature improves the health and well-being of residents, and supports biodiversity.
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Protect and restore ecosystems, which are essential to human survival, health, and economic well-being.
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Expand and protect tree canopy, parks, and green infrastructure to cool neighbourhoods, clean air, and manage stormwater.
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Create connected urban greenways for people and wildlife.
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Land Use
We envision vibrant, walkable communities that protect nature and improve food security.
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Build affordable homes near jobs, schools, shops, and transit.
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Upgrade critical infrastructure for heat, fire, flood, and storm resilience.
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Increase food security by supporting local agriculture and community gardens.
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Transport
Connecting neighbourhoods through public transit and active transportation networks will cut pollution, improve public health, and make our communities more affordable (and fun!).
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Deliver reliable, frequent, affordable local transit.
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Advocate to improve regional public transit between communities.
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Build bike and roll networks that are safe for everyone.
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Expand EV charging infrastructure.
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Watersheds
Climate change, increasing populations, and overconsumption threaten our water security. Healthy watersheds and forests are critical to support clean drinking water, stormwater management, climate resilience, and biodiversity for future generations.
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Implement water conservation plans and educate the public to conserve drinking water.
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Protect and restore watersheds as vital municipal infrastructure.
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Develop and implement a water security plan.
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Zero Waste
Zero waste policies reduce pollution, keep waste out of landfills, build resilient local economies, and safeguard public health by shifting society away from a disposable culture toward a sustainable circular economy.
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Implement zero waste bylaws to divert organic waste and recyclables from disposal.
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Support the development of a circular economy to eliminate waste and improve resilience.
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Implement bylaws to eliminate waste from new buildings, renovation, and demolition projects and to use existing buildings as efficiently as possible.
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× Opposed
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Climate action
How have you contributed to climate action in your community through advocacy, past work, advisory committees, volunteer work, and/or reducing your personal carbon footprint?
Personally, my family and I bike everywhere in the summer and most of winter. We also try to take the bus as much as possible as well. I ensure to buy local where possible. We recycle and compost as well.
On council, I have helped facilitate the following:
-expanding our transit system
-the installation of 50 EV chargers
-increased requirements under the BC Energy Step Code
-introduced the Zero Carbon Step Code for new buildings
-retrofit assist, Residential Energy Assessment Rebate Program
-development of a broader building retrofit strategy to accelerate heat pump adoption and energy efficiency upgrades
-advanced implementation of the Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan
-assessed dozens of municipal sites for wildfire risk
-conducted fuel-reduction treatments in vulnerable areas
-pursued climate risk and resilience assessment funding
On council, I have helped facilitate the following:
-expanding our transit system
-the installation of 50 EV chargers
-increased requirements under the BC Energy Step Code
-introduced the Zero Carbon Step Code for new buildings
-retrofit assist, Residential Energy Assessment Rebate Program
-development of a broader building retrofit strategy to accelerate heat pump adoption and energy efficiency upgrades
-advanced implementation of the Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan
-assessed dozens of municipal sites for wildfire risk
-conducted fuel-reduction treatments in vulnerable areas
-pursued climate risk and resilience assessment funding
Questions for Whistler
What should Whistler's top priorities be over the next four years to prepare for climate-related risks such as extreme weather, wildfire impacts, and changing environmental conditions?
Over the next four years, Whistler should focus on reducing GHG emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road, wildfire resilience and emergency preparedness, long term water security, climate proofing infrastructure and ecosystem protection.
How should the Resort Municipality of Whistler strengthen its partnerships with community organizations to advance environmental sustainability, climate action, and community resilience?
The RMOW should continue its financial contributions to local partners. I would like to see if there is appetite to form a committee where all can gather to learn from one another. This isn't something one group can do alone and we are stronger together.
What indicators should Council use to evaluate Whistler's success beyond economic growth and tourism, and how would those indicators influence your decision-making?
Whistler's success should be measured by success in the community, not by how many visitors visit. If my kids raise their kids here and my friends and their families are still here in 30 years, and thriving, that's success. Every decision I make, and hope to make in the future, will be influenced by this.
Whistler's natural environment is central to its identity, economy, and quality of life. What actions would you prioritize to protect local ecosystems, biodiversity, and watershed health over the next four years?
If re-elected, I will continue partnerships with local environmental groups, support climate impact reporting and any actions identified, support any funding opportunities proposed to council, continue public engagement and education, continue wildfire resilience initiatives, and ensure we are maintaining our riparian buffer requirements.
As Whistler continues to evolve, how would you balance growth and development with environmental protection and long-term climate goals?
I will make sure new developments are expanded outside of Cheakamus and push more into existing neighbourhoods and the village areas where people live closer to work, grocery stores and daycare. This will also help with congestion going southbound on the highway. When building, I will support building smart efficient homes.
That all being said, I think we need to be thoughtful about growth in Whistler. We absolutely need housing and services to support the people who live and work here, but we can't lose sight of what makes our community special in the first place. As we grow, we need to be careful not to put unnecessary pressure on our forests, waterways, wildlife, and infrastructure. Growth should happen in a way that protects our natural environment, supports walkable neighbourhoods, and helps us meet our climate goals. For me, it's about making smart decisions today so that future generations can enjoy the same incredible Whistler that we do.
That all being said, I think we need to be thoughtful about growth in Whistler. We absolutely need housing and services to support the people who live and work here, but we can't lose sight of what makes our community special in the first place. As we grow, we need to be careful not to put unnecessary pressure on our forests, waterways, wildlife, and infrastructure. Growth should happen in a way that protects our natural environment, supports walkable neighbourhoods, and helps us meet our climate goals. For me, it's about making smart decisions today so that future generations can enjoy the same incredible Whistler that we do.
Campaign contributions
Public records from Elections BC — 4 contributions totalling $1,500.00.
2022 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS
4 contributions · $1,500.00
| Contributor | Date | Amount | Office | Jurisdiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANN CHIASSSON | Oct 10, 2022 | $500.00 | COUNCILLOR | WHISTLER |
| NICOLAS DAVIES | Oct 12, 2022 | $500.00 | COUNCILLOR | WHISTLER |
| DUANE JACKSON | Oct 5, 2022 | $250.00 | COUNCILLOR | WHISTLER |
| WILLIAM KUNZWEILER | Oct 7, 2022 | $250.00 | COUNCILLOR | WHISTLER |
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