Building a stronger, more prosperous Owen Sound through
innovative change,
collaborative leadership, transparency,
accountability and measurable results.
COST-endorsed candidates share a commitment to improving the quality of life for all Owen Sound residents. They recognize that meaningful progress requires fresh ideas, responsible leadership, open government and a willingness to work together to address the challenges facing our community.
Support practical, forward-thinking solutions that improve the quality of life for all Owen Sound residents and address the challenges that have constrained our city's growth and prosperity.
Work constructively with all members of Council to build consensus, overcome differences and achieve meaningful results in the best interests of the community.
Ensure residents have timely access to municipal information, understand the rationale behind important decisions and have meaningful opportunities to participate in shaping the city's future.
Serve all residents with honesty and integrity, take responsibility for decisions and their outcomes, and ensure municipal spending and services deliver value for taxpayers.
Pursue measurable improvements in Owen Sound's future, including lower per-capita taxation, a vibrant downtown, a development-friendly environment, appropriate shelter and support for the unhoused, and a transit system that supports employment and economic development.
To put results ahead of politics, collaboration ahead of
division, transparency ahead of
secrecy, and the long-term
interests of Owen Sound residents ahead of the status quo.
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Concerned Owen Sound Taxpayers (COST)
Inform • Question • Improve