Opinion

In 2010, I thought it would be interesting to find out how our town ticked from the inside and threw my name in the ring for this job they call councillor. I thought I knew what I was getting into and was looking forward to learning more.

It's only fair to give credit where credit is due.

To all who my path has crossed over my 27 years in municipal government, either as an employee of the Town of Olds or elected mayor: "cheers.

I feel there are several reasons why the automated garbage service will not be a benefit to the citizens of Innisfail. Take a drive around town and see how well people keep up their front yards now.

Despite a potentially significant increase to the cost of deploying municipally owned broadband Internet infrastructure in Sundre, the possibility of creating a lasting legacy that will generate revenue for generations to come cannot be understated.

Moving the historic Sinclair House to Innisfail is not just to honour the family. The heritage home must be preserved and be a symbol for all the pioneer homesteaders in this region.

I am a very concerned member of this area and when I hear of a long-term prominent doctor who has been my doctor for many years being denied hospital privileges, it worries me. Dr.

We have some competition in municipal elections in Olds and Bowden this year. That's good to see. I wish there was more. In Olds, the race for mayor is between incumbent mayor Judy Dahl and accountant Michael Muzychka.