“As individuals, communities, and as a city, we all have a stake in, and consciously choose to take action towards, a more sustainable future.”
2015 City Council Candidates
Portsmouth City Council Candidate Gibson “Mike” Kennedy
“We need to recognize that what we build today will be the enduring representation of our “era” in the future.”
Portsmouth City Council Candidate M. Christine Dwyer
“Cultural vitality and economic vitality are closely linked in Portsmouth as they are in other locales.”
“In order for housing to become affordable again, we must allow developments with denser and smaller condos or apartments.”
“I would like reasonable growth to continue and I will do what I can to make Portsmouth affordable to as many people as possible.”
“I am a life long resident of Portsmouth and my heart will always belong to this city.”
“Quality of life is a factor virtually all new business founders cite when deciding to locate in Portsmouth. People want to work near where they want to live and spend quality time.” Portsmouth City Council Candidate Joshua Cyr was last…
“The same drive and purpose that got us the shipyard, the breweries, and Strawbery Banke will continue to fuel our growth for many years.”
Portsmouth City Council Candidate Nancy Pearson
“I wouldn’t ever want to change the charm and the feel of Portsmouth; we must not bite that hand that feeds. But I believe whole-heartedly that we can honor our historic past and still embrace the 21st century.” Portsmouth City…
Portsmouth City Council Candidate Rebecca Perkins
“I believe that by making the process of building housing less expensive, we can provide more housing that is less expensive, ultimately, to the average renter or buyer.” Portsmouth City Council Candidate Rebecca Perkins was last modified: November 23rd, 2016…