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The Cochrane Eagle is asking candidates an issue-based question each week leading up to the election that they will answer in their own words.

Embracing the movement. “I felt alone in my voice and it’s all of a sudden grown to this movement,” said mayoral candidate Jeff Genung.

With the municipal election looming, Cochrane business owners have their ears perked as to what candidates have to say and, more importantly, what they are pledging to do.

I have completed a survey on Facebook and the results are surprising! Our town needs a women’s shelter, a community hub or centre, and more facilities for our seniors.

River Heights The green light has been given to begin building commercial/light industrial in the community of River Heights on the south side of the river. A total of 1.

What are your priorities for improving social or community services? Being fiscally responsible and keeping taxes low while maintaining appropriate levels of services is critical to the success of town council.

What are your priorities for improving social or community services? After canvassing residents in thousands of homes the priorities are: Public engagement between residents and council; to always hear the needs of the community, what is working and

What are your priorities for improving social or community services? In order to improve social and community services, we need to take inventory of what interagencies are providing by taking a close look at times being offered and how we can fill th

What are your priorities for improving social or community services? Create a dogs off-leash area in various parts of Cochrane within a walking distance. For new subdivisions the developer should include “Off Leash Park “in their design and planning.

What are your priorities for improving social or community services? First on the list is a 24-hour urgent care centre. One with improved services like Ultrasound, 24 hour observation beds and at least two dialysis beds.