Experienced

As an effective and experienced representative, Karen's common-sense approach has resulted in many initiatives moving forward. Her three terms representing the West End on City Council, leadership on a municipal, provincial and national level, as well as her understanding of business and community issues, provides Ward 5 residents with a strong voice in shaping the future growth of the West End.

In addition to representing Ward 5, Karen also served as…

• Member of the Edmonton Police Commission

• Chair of the Stop Marijuana Grow Ops Committee

• Mayor's designate to the Homelessness Task Force

• Chair of the Affordable Housing Initiative

• Second Vice-President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) & Chair of the FCM's Green Municipal Funds Council

• Vice-Chair of the Contaminated Gas Stations Task Force

• Co-Chair of Edmonton's Circumpolar Initiative