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Global News - Saskatoon civic election could change dynamic of city council

Posted by Sarina Gersher · October 19, 2016 1:24 PM

In a quick video interview with Global News, Joe Garcea, a political scientist at the University of Saskatchewan, explains why ward races are so important in the upcoming municipal election.

“'I think people underestimate the difference that three new people could make on council,' said Joe Garcea, a political scientist at the University of Saskatchewan. 'It doesn’t have to be five people, it doesn’t have to be six people; three people could make a huge difference.'"

Garcea highlighted the importance of a "door-to-door campaign" in the ward races. I am happy to say I have been on the doorstep daily for nearly 4 months. Community engagement is incredibly important to me, and getting to meet and listen to the 23,000 folks in our ward has been a priority.

Global News - Saskatoon civic election: Ward 8

Posted by Sarina Gersher · October 19, 2016 1:22 PM

Global News put together a candidate profile for Ward 8. The full story can be found here.

"Quick Hit: Sarina Gersher said she understands the importance of building strong communities for all generations. The Ward 8 resident is also a founding member of Bus Riders of Saskatoon."

StarPhoenix - Ward 8: Candidates weigh in on city issues

Posted by Sarina Gersher · October 16, 2016 2:57 PM

The Saskatoon StarPhoenix asked all candidates to weigh in on a few city issues. My responses on future planning, a downtown arena, taxes and Uber can be found in the article.

As Ward 8's only local candidate, I will work with the residents of Ward 8 to strengthen the Saskatoon that we love, for current and future generations.

Full article can be found here.

CTV - New faces aim to win Ward 8 seat

Posted by Sarina Gersher · October 13, 2016 2:35 PM

CTV put together a candidate and neighbourhood profile for Ward 8. It was a great opportunity to talk about our community and neighbourhoods.

Ward 8 profile starts at the 43 second mark.

City council rates more consideration

Posted by Sarina Gersher · October 13, 2016 11:16 AM

The StarPhoenix provided coverage on ward races, including that of Ward 8.

"In ward 8, surprisingly, only two candidates are running, Sarina Gersher and Evan Drisner. By all accounts, Gersher appears to be winning the race. Her lawn signs are on actual lawns as opposed to boulevards and public spaces. Voters have regularly seen her out on the doorsteps. "

SaskatoonHomepage Candidate Profiles - Ward 8

Posted by Sarina Gersher · October 05, 2016 6:14 PM

"One of Saskatoon's Ward 8 council candidates says residents in her ward are concerned of a wide variety of issues, from aging infrastructure to roads and safety.

Sarina Gersher says neighbourhood safety can be improved by supporting viable forms of transportation, such as extending bus service more frequently, or even at night.

Gersher, a GIS analyst, says the city needs to be transparent with where tax dollars are going to, especially for people on a fixed income. She says residents have been concerned about some of the large legacy projects that are being built.

Ward 8 includes the College Park, College Park East, Brevoort Park, Greystone Heights, Briarwood and Brighton neighbourhoods."

Flow Magazine Feature

Posted by Sarina Gersher · October 02, 2016 9:19 PM

See pages 20-25 for a feature on the Saskatoon Municipal Election. Full article found here.

Map of 2016 Municipal Election Boundaries.

City of Saskatoon Candidate Profiles - Sarina GERSHER

Posted by Sarina Gersher · October 01, 2016 12:16 AM

Sarina Gersher is running for Ward 8 Councillor

As a resident of Ward 8 for nearly three decades, Sarina Gersher brings a wealth of knowledge, commitment, and experience as a City Councillor candidate. With four generations of family in the ward, she understands the importance of building strong communities for all generations.