Where was Cal, Nina, George (ok George came toward the end), and Morley???? They decided that it was fine to opt out of the first all candidates meeting leading up to the October municipal election. Patterson, Bifolchi and Bercovitch both declined an invitation to the meeting saying they would prefer to wait until the September filing deadline has passed and all candidates are declared.
Really! That's a lame excuse if you ask me. If they wanted to wait until September then why would they all be the first out of the gate to file their papers?
Anyway here are some of the talking points from the meeting which was attended by over 100 residents.
David Foster for mayor
• two terms as deputy mayor, one term as councillor
• a new dynamic to the position of mayor
• adding programs
• improving communication and accountability at town hall
• reengaging people
• progressive change is healthy and necessary
Brian Smith for mayor
• full financial and operational audit of town hall
• fewer consultants hired
• partnership between town and businesses
• promote Wasaga Beach
• need for family tourism
• high school
• recorded vote on every vote
• will never run for county warden
• donate salary to charity
Gary Cerantola for deputy mayor
• more local contracting high school
• multi-use sports facility
• walk-in clinic
• good paying jobs
• water quality
• attract young families
• strategy for care of older adults
Brian Schryver for councillor
• accessibility
• bike lanes
• sidewalks
• focus on year-round for residents and tourists
• high school
Richard White for councillor
• will ask for input
• willing to change
• town is dying of poor decisions
• does not own a business so no conflict of interest
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