Owen Sound's mayor and council are involved in taking care of our community by listening to residents and making decisions based on everyone's best interest. It is Council's role to abide by the City's vision, goals and objectives.
Our city council is made up of a mayor, deputy mayor, and seven councillors, all elected at large. The deputy mayor also represents city council and ratepayers at Grey County Council meetings.
Mayor |
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It's an honour and a privilege, as Mayor of the City of Owen Sound, to welcome you to our beautiful City. Tucked into a scenic valley on the Niagara Escarpment and along the shore of Georgian Bay, Owen Sound is the home to festivals, sports facilities, indoor and outdoor events, scenic parks, and cultural experiences. Our downtown offers a unique blend of shops, boutiques, coffee bars and restaurants. Our historic Carnegie Library and Tom Thomson Art Gallery are in the heart of downtown.and a privilege, as Mayor of the City of Owen Sound, to welcome you to our beautiful City. We wish to keep residents, visitors and business leaders informed through our website and social media of our latest news, notices, and services in our community. If you are seeking economic or business development information, or wishing to review reports for a Committee, or minutes from our Council meetings, you can find it here. I encourage you to browse our website, come and visit us, and you will discover that Owen Sound is where you want to live! Sincerely,
Ian Boddy Mayor of Owen Sound |
| Biography |
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A fifth generation Boddy born in North Grey, Ian was born and raised in Owen Sound and comes from a long line of independent businessmen. A graduate of University of Alberta and Western University's Faculty of Law, he was called to the bar in 1993 and immediately moved home to the Grey and Bruce to begin his legal practice. Ian is an active community member. Prior to being elected to Owen Sound City Council in 2010, and as Mayor in 2014, he was the Fundraising Chair for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, coached the Minor Lacrosse, and sat on the Board of the Georgian Bay Folk Society for five years, where he was President for two years. Mayor Boddy was also the Chair of the Sesquicentennial Homecoming Committee in 2007. |
| Deputy Mayor |
| Arlene Wright is the current Deputy Mayor. |
| Councillors |
| Invite the Mayor to an event |
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To invite the Mayor to your event, send your request in writing, at least 3 weeks before the date. Make sure you include:
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| Request a Message from the Mayor |
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To request a letter of recognition or a certificate to celebrate a special milestone, send your request in writing, and be sure to include:
Most certificates are given for birthdays of 80 years or more and anniversaries of 50 years or more. Other special requests will be considered. |
| Council meetings |
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Most Council meetings are on Mondays in council chambers at 7:00 p.m. Some meetings have a closed session. Watch a meeting live on local Rogers TV, or the following day on the City's YouTube channel. |
| Speak to Council |
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Members of the public have two opportunities to speak directly to Council. One is during public question period. The other is by asking to make a presentation (also called a deputation). Requests for support are generally heard first by the appropriate committee. The committee then makes a recommendation to council. Clerks' staff will review your request for deputation and confirm a meeting date with you at Council or committee. View tips on what to expect when speaking at a meeting. |
| Agenda, minutes and highlights |
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View the council agenda three days before a meeting. Read the council minutes once they're approved at the next meeting (usually two weeks later). Highlights of the council meeting are available for reading the next day. |
| Boards and committees |
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Boards and committees help council do its work. Each one has its own agenda and minutes. |
| Proclamations and public awareness campaigns and flag flying requests |
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In order to respect all citizens and community groups, the City does not make proclamations or support public awareness campaigns. The City has a policy on making proclamations, supporting public awareness campaigns and flying flags. The City flies only those flags listed in the policy. |
| Accountability and transparency |
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By-laws and policies keep council and staff responsible to you. You can make a complaint if you think the rules have been broken. |
| Elections |
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Council members are elected at large, every four years. The next election is in 2018. |
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