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Soldiers Memorial Hall, 1107 Garrett Street, Sharbot Lake ON
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The Townships of Central Frontenac, North Frontenac, South Frontenac and Frontenac Islands present:

SO YOU WANT OT RUN FOR COUNCIL?

This session is intended for potential candidates and spouses/partners; and anyone interested in learning more about local government.

Speaker: Fred Dean - a lawyer who acts exclusively for municipalities across Ontario and municipal associations. He works with elected officials and senior staff giving them tools to make effective decisions on behalf of their communities. He has been one of the facilitators, training members of Council and Heads of Council on behalf of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario since 2002.

Topics of discussion include: municipal powers, roles & responsibilities, the public's role in local government, difference between governance and administration, Municipal Conflict of Interest and other personal responsibilities and the impact on family life.

This workshop will give you an understanding of Council's roles and responsibilities. It will also explain how duties and responsibilities of public office will impact our life. 

FREE EVENT - NOT REGISTRATION REQUIRED

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