It was with sadness the Delia Village Council accepted the resignation of one of their own at the most recent council meeting.
Gord Isaac stepped down from his position due to poor health and a desire to concentrate on his recovery.
The by-election for the vacant seat will take place on October 19. For those interested in filling the seat, nominations must be handed in to the Village Office on September 21 between 10 a.m. and noon.
Isaac will sorely be missed on council. Isaac had served on council for nearly five years, which included time as mayor.
“Whether he was Mayor or on council he provided a lot of leadership. He was able to bring the Village out of a rough state in administration. We had lots of water issues prior to him coming on as well. His focus has always been providing safe, drinkable water and we’ve done a lot of upgrades to get there,” said Delia CAO Caroline Siverson.
“He was a very good councillor. He didn’t want to step down, but you have to focus on your health.”
“He has to look after his health first. It’s really too bad, because was excellent on council. His knowledge and experience is something we will miss,” said Mayor John Rogers.
Any resident who interested in filling the vacant position must have their nomination forms filled out and handed in on September 21 between 10 a.m. and noon.
“It’s a nice way to try it out. If you win it, it’s just a three year term. It’s a great way to get your feet wet in municipal politics,” said Councillor and Deputy Mayor Jeff Collins.
“If you have the understanding of what your role is as a councillor, have the goodness of the village at heart, and want to see exciting things happen, come be a decision maker,” said Siverson.
Mayor Rogers would ask residents considering running, to be reasonably sure they will commit to running again in the fall of 2013 when the municipal election is held.
“It would be a lot better for council if the person who runs now, will run again in 2013 for another term,” said Mayor Rogers.
Anyone wishing to learn more can contact the Delia Village Office at 403-364-3787.
The Village of Delia is calling a by-election to fill a councillor seat left vacant by Gord Isaac. Isaac resigned earlier this month to focus on his health. Residents wishing to run for the position must fill out and hand in their nomination forms to the Delia Village Office on September 21 between 10 a.m. and noon. The by-election is scheduled for October 21.