Monday, October 27, citizens across Ontario elected their municipal officials for 2014-2018.
The Grey Bruce Business Journal asked the people elected in Owen Sound,
‘Are you happy with the results of the election?’
We are awaiting responses from Councillor Peter Lemon.
Mayor-elect Ian Boddy
‘Yes, I am looking forward to working with a renewed council who will bring fresh ideas to the table, and we have strong incumbents who will bring experience.’ Mayor-elect Ian Boddy
Deputy Mayor Arlene Wright
‘Of course I am pleased to be returning and I look forward to working with the new council.’ Deputy Mayor Arlene Wright
Councillor-elect Travis Dodd
‘Absolutely, we had 52% of the population take advantage of their right to vote. Even though that number is still relatively low in comparison to our population, it is a great increase since the last election, which was around 46-47%. I think we have a well-balanced group going into this next term that has a positive mindset to ensure Council stays productive and moving forward.’ Councillor-elect Travis Dodd
Councillor-elect Scott Greig
‘I am certainly very pleased with the results of the election. The new council elect consists of a fine blend of experience with a new dynamic of youth, energy and perspective.’ Councillor-elect Scott Greig
Councillor-elect Marion Koepke
‘Yes, I am happy with the results. I feel the individuals elected worked very hard to be in the positions they gained. I am certain it was very difficult for the electors given the number of candidates running for positions.’ Councillor-elect Marion Koepke
Councillor Jim McManaman
‘I congratulate all of the people who put their name forward for Council…placing your name on the ballot involves a huge commitment…and their participation brought forward important thoughts and ideas. When you see how much strife there is involved with elections around the world, I am always pleased when we see democracy in action in Canada. I would, however, have liked to see a larger percentage of voters participating in the election.’ Councillor Jim McManaman
Councillor-elect Brian O’Leary
‘Yes I am happy with the results of the election.’ Councillor-elect Brian O’Leary
Councillor-elect Richard Thomas
‘It would be difficult not to be pleased with the results of the election. I ran for council because I wanted to see change, and change is what Owen Sound voted for. I’d like to thanks everyone who voted for me. I will work hard on your behalf.’ Councillor-elect Richard Thomas
We also asked, ‘What do you see is the major difference between this new council and the last?’
and, ‘‘What issues do you think the council will be addressing before Spring, 2015?’
