Sharon Gaetz
Honourable Sharon L. Gaetz | |
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 Sharon Gaetz speaking at the University of the Fraser Valley in 2013 | |
| Former Mayor of Chilliwack, British Columbia | |
| In office December 1, 2008 – November 6, 2018 | |
| Preceded by | Clint Hames |
| Succeeded by | Ken Popove |
| Personal details | |
| Nationality |  Canada |
| Spouse | Jim Gaetz |
| Residence | Chilliwack |
| Occupation | Politician Pastor |
Sharon L. Gaetz is the first woman elected mayor of Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada. She had previously served as acting mayor prior to being elected.[1] Mayor Gaetz also served as director for the Fraser Valley Regional District.[2] She was elected mayor during the 2008 British Columbia municipal elections.[3] In 2018, she lost to incumbent city councilor Ken Popove whilst seeking a fourth term.[4]
In 2007, then-Councillor Gaetz presented information about cannabis cultivation to Chilliwack's social issues advisory committee.[5] Also that year, she supported the densification of the city through the construction of an apartment building containing 71 units.[6]
Before entering politics, Mayor Gaetz was a pastor at the Southside Church in Chilliwack.[7]
Family
Gaetz and her husband, Jim, have a son, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren.[8]
References
- ^ "Tax rate will climb almost four per cent". Chilliwack Times. April 29, 2008. Retrieved July 2, 2013.
- ^ Paul J. Henderson (June 27, 2013). "'Heated' debate at FVRD meeting". Chilliwack Times. Retrieved July 2, 2013.
- ^ "Gaetz Chilliwack's new first lady". The Province. November 16, 2008. Retrieved July 2, 2013.
- ^ "2018 Election Results". City of Chilliwack. Retrieved 20 October 2018.
- ^ "Social forum exams solutions". Chilliwack Times. November 16, 2007. Retrieved July 2, 2013.
- ^ "Denser, but at what cost?". Chilliwack Times. November 16, 2007. Retrieved July 2, 2013.
- ^ Jennifer Feinberg (June 27, 2013). "Loss of Minter Gardens lamented by Chilliwack leaders". Chilliwack Progress. Retrieved July 2, 2013.
- ^ "Sharon Gaetz lost in Chilliwack's mayoral election, but is 'grateful for the 22 years the city gave me.'". Chilliwack Progress. 2018-10-22. Retrieved 2019-10-13.