Municipal
Ward 4 a competitive race
What do you get when seven enthusiastic candidates run in the same ward after the long-time incumbent has announced his retirement from politics?
Candidates don’t usually spend their allowed maximum in municipal races
Candidates running in municipal elections require funding to pay for a range of expenses which include lawn signs, election pamphlets and advertising opportunities offered by local radio, television and print media.
Lindsay Chamber hosts all-candidates meet and greet, including mayoral Q&A
On Monday, Oct. 3 from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Lindsay Armoury, the Lindsay + District Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a meet and greet session with the municipal ward and school board trustee candidates.
Riches’ aim would be to bring city together if elected mayor
In a telephone interview with The Advocate, Jim Riches detailed what motivated him to run for mayor, and what changes he hopes to make in Kawartha Lakes if elected.
Seymour-Fagan willing to consider tax increase to fund city’s needs
As recently as a year ago local business owner and Bobcaygeon-area councillor Kathleen Seymour-Fagan was done with politics.
McGee wants to move council meetings to other city locations if elected mayor
Long time community volunteer and politician Faye McGee says the next mayor of Kawartha Lakes, along with a fresh slate of councillors, should find a different way of doing business.
Dunn would focus on improving ‘core’ city services if elected mayor
If necessary, cost savings will come from libraries, parks, and recreation
If elected mayor, four-term councillor Pat Dunn says he has a plan for Kawartha Lakes that prioritizes core city services.
