One of the very few redeeming qualities of online learning was that I gained a basic understanding of how to edit videos. So, I’m using this page to collate times where I’ve spoken in public or have some fun making things in iMovie in my spare time.
I'm a big believer in believing in the best in people, that they're all doing their best and trying to make sure that things are fair and equal for everyone. Though sometimes it's really tough to believe them. So, recently, I went to ask: Are we holding everyone to the same standard?
Kevin Carriere: In 2016, John Beauregard wrote to the Valley Breeze. See, he was concerned that people have been on town council for quite a while and nothing seems to change. And it got me thinking, is that true? Like, have things just been the same and the same and the same?
Town Citizen #1: Now, with the same, we have the same problem.
Town Citizen #2: So we came to you guys last year with the same issue.
Town Citizen #3 This council we all thought the same thing.
Town Citizen #4: I was here I think two years ago doing pretty much the same presentation.
Town Citizen #5: So we did a lot of research, again.
Town Citizen #6: The same thing it was last year.
Councilman John Beauregard: It's the same thing with the police department.
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Kevin Carriere: Oh, but it's been like different issues, right? Right? Right?
Town Citizen #7: I've been battling material sand and stone, Paul knows, since 85.
Town Citizen #1: You know, they're still driving before seven o'clock in the morning. They're still picking up at the quarry. Why?
Town Citizen #9: My father lives much closer to material sand and stone than I do.
Town Citizen #10: Material sand and stones petition to delay further presentation. And is anybody here from material sand and stone by the way?
Kevin Carriere: I see. Well, maybe it's time to get a new Town Council.
When we're thinking about what makes people upset about government, it's not necessarily the decisions themselves. What people tend to care about a lot more is the process. Was the process of reaching the decision fair and just and transparent? And so I developed a web app to help understand the bond vote. And then, on April 6, at Town Council, my tool came up…
My family worked hard to produce quality, honest work for this town. I want to continue that work.
