Petra
Bengs
Vaasa
"För Vasas bästa - nu och i framtiden"
I am a native of Vaasa who wants to work for a safe, sustainable, and inclusive Vaasa where everyone can live a good life now and in the future.
Important issues for me are the well-being of children and young people. Everyone should have access to a good education, and we need attractive workplaces so that students choose to stay in Vaasa after their studies. There must be alternatives for young people who have not yet found their way forward.
Our region is known for its drive and entrepreneurial spirit, so it is important to have good conditions for both small and large businesses to operate in Vaasa in order to attract skilled labor and pursue economic growth.
Sometimes we face challenges in life, and when that happens, we need to ensure that there are easily accessible and relevant support services. Preventive and health-promoting work supports individual well-being and saves money in the long run.
This is my first election, and I think it would be interesting to gain insight into how public administration works. I have broad work experience and have held many different positions of trust, both professionally and privately, so I believe my experience could be beneficial in local decision-making.
Important political topics
Candidate's answers in election machine
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Early childhood education should be free for everyone.
Making early childhood education free for everyone would help reduce financial barriers for parents and ensure that all children have equal opportunities for quality development.
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Schools should prioritize traditional textbooks over digital learning materials.
Traditional textbooks have long been a reliable option, helping students focus without distractions from digital devices. Not everyone has the digital skills required to learn through digital means. However, digital textbooks have advantages, such as faster updates and easier submission of assignments for assessment. It\'s important to find a balance.
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One of the municipality’s most important tasks is to invest in sports facilities and opportunities for exercise and recreation.
Sports facilities are important for the health and community of residents. They promote physical activity, well-being, and can help prevent and reduce health issues.
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It is important to provide all residents with equal opportunities for cultural activities.
Culture is a fundamental part of people\'s lives and an important factor for creativity and community. Offering all residents equal opportunities for cultural activities ensures that no one is excluded.
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The municipality should introduce or improve opportunities for residents to influence how municipal funds are used through participatory budgeting.
Participatory budgeting gives residents the opportunity to decide for themselves how the city\'s resources are used, which is a perfect way to promote engagement among residents.
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The municipality should invest in public transportation.
Investing in public transport is important for reducing emissions and making it easier for residents to get around without relying on their own cars. Vaasa already has a good bus network that we should continue to invest in.
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It should be possible to be a resident in more than one municipality, for example, through digital municipal citizenship.
A digital citizenship can make it easier for people living near municipal borders and having close ties to two municipalities, or for those who have moved, to stay in touch with their home municipality.
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The municipality should better facilitate the expansion of renewable energy, such as solar and wind power.
Investing in renewable energy, such as wind power, is crucial for reducing climate impact and creating a sustainable future. It is important for the municipality to think about the future.
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The municipality should mix more housing types in planning than is currently the case.
It doesn\'t always suit all areas. The planning must be carefully thought out to ensure that all types of housing work together.
10 / 11
The municipality should introduce anonymous recruitment.
Anonymous recruitment can reduce the risk of discrimination, but removing information that provides a complete picture of the candidate may result in important qualities being lost in the recruitment process.
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