A quick look at the Langley mayoral candidates’ positions on some pressing issues in the city
1. Do you support permanent infrastructure such as a funicular or bridge and elevator connecting the Port of South Whidbey Harbor/Langley marina to Cascade Avenue
Callison: No
Emerson: No
2. Should the city dedicate resources of time and money to address the rabbit population?
Callison: No
Emerson: Yes
3. Should the city pursue affordable housing?
Callison: Yes
Emerson: Yes
4. Do you support the Port of South Whidbey Harbor/Langley marina expansion?
Callison: Yes
Emerson: Yes
5. Is City Hall transparent enough?
Callison: Improving
Emerson: No
6. Should the mayor’s focus be on city services or tourism promotion?
Callison: Services
Emerson: City services/residents
7. Will your current relationship with the city council affect your ability to effectively carry out the duties as mayor of the City of Langley?
Callison: Positively
Emerson: No
8. Will you operate city hall as a part-time or full-time mayor?
Callison: Full-time
Emerson: Full-time
9. Would you be willing to raise taxes?
Callison: Reluctantly
Emerson: No
10. Would you support use of eminent domain to extend Seawall Park/connect Sunrise Lane?
Callison: No
Emerson: No
