Lake Country is holding a referendum to borrow up to $6.6 million to build a new fire hall to replace Station 71. The approval of electors is necessary because the loan that would enable construction would be paid back over a period of more than five years.
“It is critical for all residents to come out to vote, to ensure they have their say in shaping our community’s future,” said Mayor James Baker. “The Lake Country Fire Department protects the community by responding to fires, medical emergencies, motor vehicle accidents, ice and marine rescues, in addition to fire safety public education in the schools and at events for the whole community. A new purpose-built fire hall will support the safety of the whole community as it continues to grow.”
The question that will be asked is: Are you in favour of the District of Lake Country enacting Loan Authorization (Fire Hall) Bylaw 1062, 2018 to authorize the borrowing of up to $6,600,000 to fund the construction of a new Fire Hall?
“The timing of this Loan Authorization Bylaw is such that elector assent by referendum can be combined with the October 20th General Election, allowing for greater voter participation at a minimal additional cost,” said Chief Election Officer Willene Perez. “The referendum process will be open to all qualified electors in the District of Lake Country. The referendum question will be on the ballot in addition to the elections for Mayor, Councillor at Large, Ward Councillor and School Trustee. So even if there are candidate acclamations in any of the Wards, it is still important for electors from all Wards to come out and have a say in the referendum by casting their vote.”
Advanced Voting Days
-Wednesday, October 10, 2018 (8am to 8pm) at Municipal Hall – 10150 Bottom Wood Lake Road
-Monday, October 15, 2018 (8am to 8pm) at Municipal Hall – 10150 Bottom Wood Lake Road
General Election Day
-Saturday, October 20, 2018 (8am to 8pm) at GESS Community Gym – 10241 Bottom Wood Lake Road