Platform

“I am passionate about visioning a healthy and vibrant Watertown, and I am dedicated to doing the practical work of bringing the energy and citizen focus we need to accomplish that vision. ”

I have been active in Watertown since 1990, but most of my focus over the past two years has been on development and transit issues, where I spearheaded citizen-led efforts that led to the creation of new Design Guidelines and Standards. Through this and other volunteer efforts I have demonstrated a very personal style of leadership throughout the community. By initiating conversations with many neighbors, business owners, and town officials, I have been able to develop partnerships which elevate the discussions and create better outcomes. I am confident that I will be an effective Town Councilor and remain committed to my neighborhood, my District and my Town. I expect to expand my energies into these core areas:

Smart Growth Development: Development that makes sense, includes neighborhood preservation, diverse housing opportunities, sustainability, a focus on the public realm.

Traffic and Transit: Avoid gridlock - traffic calming, pedestrian-oriented complete streets, TMAs (Transportation Management Associations), improved public transit.

Community Engagement: Growing leaders for a growing Watertown - government that actively seeks citizen input and capitalizes on the knowledge, energy, and talents of volunteers.

Education:  Communicate and celebrate - fully support the needs of the schools and make them the center of the community.

Environment: Protecting our assets - Storm water management, noise pollution, Charles River access, open space and recreational facilities.

“I am committed to collaborating with all parties to bring the creative solutions needed to address the growing issues that confront us. ”

Relevant links:

Check out the video candidate interviews on WCA-TV with Bob Kaprelian:                                        http://wcatv.org/watertown-weekly-news/presenting-the-candidates-2015/

Watertown MA News - follow this link to see recent Q&A on  issues  http://www.watertownmanews.com/2015/08/19/candidate-questionnaire-lisa-feltner/

Watertown Public Transit Task Force www.facebook.com/wpttf

Watertown Strong Schools  www.watertownstrongschools.com