File photo: Mayor Robin Jones of Westport addresses a ROMA conference (2023)
Westport Mayor and Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) President Robin Jones reflected on the Association’s recent annual conference and the feedback she’s received on the introduction and expansion of Strong Mayor Powers by the Queen’s Park.
She states AMO’s position has been consistent and clear since the legislation was introduced in 2022.
She responds to those that think AMO should take a more critical and louder position on the issue.
She also notes she’s received positive feedback from municipal leaders.
In May of this year an additional 169 municipalities were granted Strong Mayor Powers along with the 28 that were already covered by the legislation.
Story by Brian Turner
