Read Read & Read even more: Tip #2 about running in #SalmonArm’s local election this fall: Being an effective council member involves having a handle on a wide range of background materials. Now’s the time to start reading agendas & understanding staff reports. From policing to parks to policy (of all sorts), there’s lots to digest. Here’s the city’s 2025 Annual Report. Understanding this annual summary report is a start in being an effective elected official. https://www.salmonarm.ca/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/1287

Some tips (#1) about running in #SalmonArm ‘s local election this fall: Realistically consider the time commitments involved! There’re many more time demands than four meetings per month! If you have a fair degree of control & flexibility over your own schedule, you’re likely good to go. However, if your personal responsibilities involve set expectations of your time by others, it’s best to sort this out well before running in the election. If you have an employer, they’ll need to be flexible, understanding and more than on-board.