Owen Sound's incumbent Mayor filed nomination papers Wednesday, to run for mayor in the October Municipal election. Ian Boddy is seeking a third term in office, a position he has held since 2014.
He said he is proud of the progress in making Owen Sound a better place to live.
“We have enhanced downtown and parks, welcomed new citizens, built better relationships, reinvested in infrastructure and road rehabilitation, and attracted investment in housing, industry and commerce. We have worked with our neighbours and the county on housing and climate change initiatives. We have opportunities to leverage that success, secure jobs, re-purpose space and support the new economy. It has been several generations since Owen Sound has been in such a good position. I am seeking re-election to complete the work we have started,” he explained.
Boddy added," I will continue to dedicate my time and energy over the next four years, as I have for the past eight years to attract jobs, housing and prosperity. To work that will take the stable, experienced and financially responsible leadership, that I have shown.”
So far, Boddy and City of Owen Sound councillor Richard Thomas are running for mayor.
Nominations close on August 19, 2022. Voting begins October 14 at 10 a.m. in Owen Sound over the phone or online. Polls close at 8 p.m.
In the coming weeks, Mayor Boddy said looks forward to meeting citizens and discussing his plans to continue the progress made on environmental issues, job attraction in the clean energy sector, housing, maintaining and enhancing services, and making sure we continue to have a safe, secure and inclusive community.
