Trevor for Redmond City Council

My Vision for Redmond

Redmond is at a turning point. We need leadership that doesn't just manage growth, but ensures that growth works for everyone who calls this city home. My campaign is built on the belief that a thriving city is one that is sustainable, inclusive, and affordable for the long haul.

Environmental Action & Waste Reduction

Our natural environment is Redmond’s greatest asset, and it’s time our policies reflected that.

• The Single-Use Plastic Phase-Out: I will introduce a citywide ban on single-use plastics—including straws, cutlery, and take-out containers—to protect our waterways and reduce the microplastics hitting our soil.

• A Fair Transition: We will work directly with our local small businesses to transition toward reusable or certified compostable alternatives while ensuring medical and accessibility needs are always met.

• Community Composting: I want to expand our local programs to turn food waste into a resource, keeping it out of our landfills and putting it back into our land.

Transit That Actually Works

Reliable transportation is the backbone of a functional city. It connects us to jobs, education, and healthcare.

• Expand Public Transport: Invest in expanding Redmond's public transport network to provide reliable, affordable and accessible services that connect residents with employment, education, healthcare and local businesses.
• Increase Service Frequency: Advocate for more frequent bus services, extended evening and weekend hours, and additional routes to better serve our growing community.
• Invest in Transport Infrastructure: Secure state and federal funding for new bus shelters, accessible stops, improved passenger amenities and future transit improvements.
• Support Sustainable Mobility: Promote public transport as a practical solution to reduce traffic congestion, lower carbon emissions and improve air quality across Redmond.
• Improve Accessibility: Ensure public transport is fully accessible for seniors, people with disabilities and those who rely on transit as their primary means of travel.
• Plan for the Future: Work with Cascades East Transit and regional partners to develop a long-term public transport strategy that grows alongside Redmond's population and economic development.
• Safer Walking & Cycling Connections: Improve pavements, crossings and cycle infrastructure to create safer connections between neighbourhoods and public transport services, making it easier for residents to travel without relying solely on private vehicles.

Housing as a Right, Not a Luxury

We cannot be a "thriving" city if the people who work here can’t afford to live here.

• Prioritising Social Housing: I will champion the development of affordable social housing so that families and young people aren't priced out of their own neighborhoods.

• Stability for Seniors: We need to ensure our long-term residents can age in place with dignity and security.

• Affordable Housing & Rent Control: Introduce sensible rent control policies and tenant protections to prevent landlords from price gouging residents out of their homes, ensuring Redmond remains affordable for working families, seniors and those on fixed incomes.
• Veterans' Housing: Invest in dedicated veterans' housing by supporting the construction of additional affordable accommodation and partnering with state, federal and non-profit organisations to ensure those who have served our country have access to safe, stable and dignified housing.

A Community Where Everyone Belongs

Redmond is stronger when we look out for one another.

• Inclusion Matters: I stand firmly with our immigrant neighbors and 2SLGBTQ+ residents. My administration will ensure that every person in Redmond has safe, dignified access to the services they need.

• Respect for All: No one should feel like an outsider in their own town. We are building a city where every neighbor is respected and supported.

Safety Rooted in Trust

Public safety is about more than just response times—it’s about community health.

• Addressing Root Causes: I will prioritise funding for mental health services, addiction recovery, and shelter insecurity.

• Community-Centred Policing: We need to foster real trust between our residents and those who serve them, ensuring that safety means feeling protected, not targeted.