Fall is in the air

Feels like Fall today, and with that comes some changes. First, our real estate market should see an increase in activiy, not prices, just activity. You can gain some more insite in this by checking out the link attached.
And second thing Fall brings is better run times. Cooler weather means I should meet my goal of 57 minutes for the Bike Barn 10 k on Sept 12.
Just hope the achilles that has been complaining lately decides its useless to complain.

Thats it for today.

Its been a while

New stuff for James and family. Laura, Olivia (our 41/2 yr old), and myself are excited to welcome a baby sister for Olivia. Sophia Anne Carleton-Palanio arrived on Aug 15 very early in the morning. She was 8 lbs 3 oz. Olivia is a very proud and excited big sister.

Other important news to us, is our move from our own real estate office to re-joining the group at Re/Max penticton realty. We have teamed up with the Cramers and know both these moves will allow more freedom to be at home when needed and to allow both Laura and I to focus on the selling of real estate and not the operations of a real estate office.

Finally, Ironman was yesterday ! It was a hot, windy, and smokey day that created many stresses and concerns on all athletes. However, some great times were had by a few strong athletes. A special congrats to Jeremy Hopwood.

Thats it for now
James

Thank you

Thanks to all who voted for me on election day. I would also like to thank Claire Thompson for setting up this page, it was an important part of increasing public awareness of myself, Thanks Claire.
I will be watching our new council and will be doing my part to keep them focused on our communities needs, I encourage everyone else to do the same.

James Palanio

Survey

Thanks to all for contributing to this survey. This is a great way for you to tell me what is important to you. Right now the results are indicating open government is the top concern of respondants, with the current staffing levels of our fire halls and affordable housing right behind.

Again thanks for contributing. I will do my part to ensure your voice is heard.

James Palanio

PS: Remember to vote on November 15

Election Survey

Two weeks to election day

Hello, all.

We are at the final two weeks of the election. I do hope everyone has read the information we've provided on myself, and what I feel are priorities of the community.

Please send any questions to my email address at jamespalanio@shaw.ca or post a blog here for all to see.

Thank you,
James Palanio

P.S. Please remind everyone to get out and vote. It is very important to send a message to the current council that we want a new voice.

Bio

I was born at Penticton regional hospital on July 22, 1966. After graduating from Penticton Secondary School I attended Okanagan College in Kelowna where I recieved my diploma in Business Administration.

I enjoyed growing up in Penticton, especially the summers. My family and I, along with a few other families and relatives spent our summers at the beach swimming and water skiing. In the winter, our same group went snowmobiling and tobogganing. We’d have campfires and cook hot dogs and roast marshmallows while drinking hot chocolate.

We always seem to be busy, whether it was water skiing or snow skiing. The nice thing about was that it was never a long drive to get to your play area of choice. I’ve always thought that was one of the best things about Penticton, our recreational areas are literally just minutes away.

Throughout my working years I have worked at various jobs in Penticton, from construction to accounting, and sales. I am now the realtor/broker and part owner of Century 21 Lake 2 Lake Realty Ltd.

I am the Vice President of the Penticton Triathlon Club and a director on the South Okanagan Real Estate Board. I am also very active with Ironman Canada as a volunteer, responsible for the Homestay Program, as a supporter through Ironclub, and a three time finisher of the race.

I enjoy many of the outdoor activities that the Okanagan offers including; running, cross-country skiing, swimming and biking. I am also kept busy with my three (and a half) year old daughter, Olivia, who is involved in dance, gymnastics, and has also started pre-school this year. My wife Laura and I were married in Penticton on the Sicamous, an amazing icon for the community, on July 5, 1997.

My bid for Penticton city council has come out of the frustration I hear from members of our community. I too, have felt this frustration and feel I can be a new voice in City Hall, a voice for Balance, a voice for Common sense, and a voice for Priorities. In this day in age, we must be more fiscally responsible while still maintaining services based on the communities priorities.

James Palanio