Uxbridge’s Barton to be given ‘strong mayor’ powers

'Strong mayor powers' coming to Pembroke, Petawawa, other municipalities

Under a proposal by the provincial government, eight municipalities in the County of Renfrew and several in the surrounding areas would see the mayors get “strong mayor powers” which could prove an interesting scenario considering how deeply divided some local councils have been in this term.

Uxbridge’s Barton to be given ‘strong mayor’ powers

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced about a week ago that the so-called “strong mayor powers” will be extended to the mayors of 169 municipalities across the province. Among those named to take on the extra powers is Uxbridge's Mayor Dave…

‘Undemocratic’: Some Lanark County councils sending letters to province in response to strong-mayor powers expansion

The expansion of strong-mayor powers was announced by the Ontario government on April 9.

City council up in arms over 'undemocratic' strong mayor powers

'People elect members of council to equally represent them. This completely undermines that and gives one person far too much control,' says Coun. David Campbell

TLTI says 'thanks, but no thanks' to strong mayor powers

In the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands, where decisions are usually made with a handshake and a majority vote, the Ontario government’s newest political power-up is being met with something less than enthusiasm.

Strong Mayor Powers are a threat to democracy: Town Council

Thanks, but no thanks. That’s the short answer from Saugeen Shores Council to a provincial proposition to grant Strong Mayor Powers to more Ontario municipalities, including the town.