By Rachael Lesosky, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Premier David Eby’s cabinet have received their ministerial mandate letters. The letters lay out priorities for action, and hone in on specific directions unique to each minister. Kootenay Central MLA Brittny Anderson is also the Minister of State for Local Governments and Rural Communities. Anderson’s role is new in cabinet, and the first time for a Minister of State to report directly to the premier. “British Columbians have trusted us with a mandate to deliver for them in ways that make a tangible difference in their daily lives,” says Eby in Anderson’s letter. “They expect us to listen and learn from people of different perspectives – and work together to make things better for everyone.” Key points for Eby’s government as a whole…