With encouragement from family, friends and widespread support in the community Ivan Doncaster has decided to re-offer to serve as a full-time municipal councillor for the upcoming term. District 14, where Ivan is presently serving, will become the new District 11 with no change in boundaries.

"When the Cape Breton Regional Municipality was originally formed in 1995, the council adopted a number of wise strategic objectives and one of my number one concerns is that we have drifted away from these objectives. I want to impress upon council and the administration the importance of reviewing the original plan for a community of communities, so that we can get back on track to better serve the people we represent. We need to use all resources available to us, particularly in technology, to help develop a municipal government with an insightful vision. After all, we are elected by the people to listen to their concerns and to ensure the provision of public services that reflect the changing needs and means of the community."

During this past term Ivan has worked on a number of important issues and hopes he will have the opportunity to continue to represent residents as councillor of District 11. Some of the issues Doncaster has addressed and will continue to address are as follows: continous open communication with the people he represents; improved communication between the regional staff and councillors; encouraging protection of the Bras d’Or Lakes; working with seniors and various other groups within his district; addressing various health and environmental issues, such as sewage treatment and a waste water management system. Doncaster also continues to encourage paving of Route #4 and gravel roads, more sidewalks, curbs and gutters, as well as reviewing the tax structure based on services received and promoting job creation and tourism.

"I want to continue to offer honest representation and dedication to the residents I represent and I feel the valuable experience I have gained over the past 15 years is a great asset. I am always open to hearing the concerns of the people, either in person, by phone at 828-2272, by fax at 828-3210, or by email at ivan@doncaster.on.ca. I also have a web site to help keep residents further informed when they have access to the internet. The web address is: http://doncaster.on.ca/~ivan. I believe we need to work co-operatively to enhance the future of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality."

Throughout his campaign Doncaster plans to visit all the homes in District 11, as he continues listening to the concerns of residents.

Respectfully submitted, Committee to elect Ivan Doncaster

Cape Breton Regional Municipality