Results from Saturday’s local election show incumbents returned in the majority of cases. One new school trustee and one new regional director will be at the table.
For the city, there are three newcomers joining three incumbents.
In spite of the efforts of local media, all the candidates and a library referendum, there was only a very slight increase in city voter turnout compared to 2011. Not casting a ballot is a choice, albeit one that is worrisome. Turnout in this community is on a downward trend which is disappointing.
Campaigns are a time to show differences so voters can make their choices. After election day, while those differences are still important as a way to bring new ideas to old challenges, it becomes important to consider all sides of each issue and make decisions for the good of the community.
Economic development initiatives that promise jobs for Powell River announced during the campaign bring this community closer than it has ever been to having a more diversified economy.
We wish the best in their deliberations to all those who will be leading our area over the next four years.
