Brian Saunderson has announced his official resignation as Mayor of Collingwood, following his successful election June 2nd as the Member of Provincial Parliament for the Simcoe-Grey riding.
On June 20th, council will be officially declaring the seat vacant and passing a by-law to appoint Deputy Mayor Keith Hull as Mayor, effective July 27, 2022.
The Deputy Mayor will continue in the Acting Mayor role until that date.
Once the Acting Mayor becomes Mayor for the remainder of this Council term, Council maintains the option to fill the Deputy Mayor seat or to leave the seat vacant since we are nearing the municipal election.
Councillor Mariane McLeod will continue as the Acting Deputy Mayor until a decision is made by Council.
The Municipal Election in Collingwood and across the province is October 24, 2022.
This election includes the election of Collingwood Council including the position of Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and seven Councillors, as well as school board trustees.