Three people are seeking the job of Mayor in Carleton Place.
Incumbent Doug Black offers the most municipal experience- as a councillor in the 1980s, then again for two terms before his election as Mayor four years ago.
Toby Randall is a sitting Councillor and owner of Blade Sports in the Carleton Place Arena.
Newcomer Andreas Foustanellas is a life-long businessperson and homebuilder.
The trio recently appeared on our sister station, Lake 88’s Mayoral Candidates Round Table to respond to three questions related to the current campaign.
Relating to what is the best way to manage growth while recognizing history:
Toby Randall:
Andreas Foustanellas:
Doug Black:
On the matter of how new growth affects affordability:
Andreas Foustanellas:
Doug Black:
Toby Randall:
As to how positive Youth engagement can be encouraged:
Doug Black:
Toby Randall:
Andreas Foustanellas:
Voting is by electronic ballot over the period of October 14th to the 24th
By Rick Stow, with files from Lake 88.1
