Lethbridge Mayor Chris Spearman Gives 2021 City State Address – Lethbridge | The Canadian News

Since 2013, Mayor Chris Spearman has held the highest post in the city and on Tuesday gave his final address on the state of the city.

“It’s nice to sit back and reflect on what we had a term and two terms ago and what we have now,” Spearman said.

Spearman detailed the major past projects and big tasks ahead, hoping it will give a realistic look at what it’s like to be on the council before next month’s election.

“Provide information that will benefit the candidates and benefit the voters, so you can view information on website and maybe ask some good questions of the people who are running for the council, ”he added.

Spearman also said that one of the biggest tasks to tackle is bringing in non-municipal tax dollars.

“You have to have a strong center for the region to be successful and we have to invest in things in the city to strengthen the region, the airport would be an example of that, having a catalytic investment, the agri-food center in the exhibition is another example of that, ”he added.

The Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce hosted the event. CEO Cyndi VOS said a focus on business is in line with what the camera wants to see.

“We advocate for business, and when and how we strengthen business is how we strengthen our city as well. So, by increasing that tax base, we will see our city improve and grow ”.

Looking back on his time as mayor, Spearman said he is proud of what the working committee on reconciliation within the community has done.

“We have moved the needle in terms of the relationship with indigenous peoples in a positive way and that must continue to happen.”

Spearman said he’s looking forward to next month. municipal election to see who will represent the city and its residents in its next chapter.

Spearman announced in January that he will not seek reelection this fall. Election day is Monday, October 18.